Ceremony Only Venues in Oxfordshire
These venues have ceremony licenses, so are perfect if you want to get married here and then move on to have your reception elsewhere. Many of these venues also have reception facilities so you can do everything under one roof. Take a peek at these civil ceremony venues in Oxfordshire by clicking a shortlisting below.
Cassington
Settled within the idyllic pastoral hamlet of Worton, Worton Hall is a romantic exclusive-use venue. Its organic nature, equestrian facilities and wooden chandeliers combine the rustic charm of a farm with the prestige of a cotswold wedding haven. Its modern aesthetic is a splendid blank canvas for a range of vibrant decorations...
Oxford
Jurys Inn is a stylish four star hotel wedding venue near to Wolvercote Lakes and Port Meadow Country Park. Within close proximity of Oxford's historic city centre whist also providing scenic views, this versatile space offers a range of function suites licenced for civil ceremonies and simultaneously provides an excellent blank canvas for the reception celebrations…
Oxford
Nestled just a brief distance from Oxford City Centre, the Medley Walled Garden serves as a picturesque countryside event and wedding location. Following extensive restoration, this charming venue now features beautifully manicured grounds, ancient woodland, and a serene pond. The highlight of the garden is undoubtedly the 17th-century wall, which lends a sense of historical significance and architectural grandeur to the entire setting…
Witney
Cogges Manor Farm offers an ideal setting for your wedding with its charming 18th Century barns, Manor House, and old milking parlour. Guests of all ages can enjoy exploring the walled garden and open spaces, perfect for capturing memorable photos. Situated in Witney near Oxford, at the edge of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, they are conveniently less than a two-hour drive from London…
Woodstock
With stunning baroque designs and ornate decorated suites, Blenheim Palace stands as a majestic wedding venue on the edge of Woodstock. Overlooking the River Glyme, this early 18th century palace features The Orangery, The Great Hall, Water Terraces and numerous other splendid spaces in which to host the most extravagant and romantic of wedding celebrations…
Oxford
This unique wedding venue is a boutique hotel that was originally a former prison! Containing its original medieval features, it is now a trendy space for couples looking for an alternative space. Hold your evening reception in the Visitors Room. You and your guests can stay in former cells that are now luxury rooms, with plenty of natural light and decoration...
Oxford
A stone’s throw away from Carfax Tower, this Grade II-listed central Oxford venue contains historic period features and is home to the Museum of Oxford. Licenced for civil ceremonies in a number suites, Oxford Town Hall can cater for up to 600 guests. The friendly and experienced team can also provide a list of approved caterers for your wedding feast…
Oxford
One of the most historic libraries in Europe, Bodleian Libraries is located in the heart of the University of Oxford neighbouring The Sheldonian Theatre. The venue features ornate architecture, intricate gothic design and over 11 million works. Offering ceremony licenced spaces and magnificent reception suites, the building makes for a majestic wedding backdrop…
Oxford
A quaint, contemporary wedding venue in the heart of the city of Oxford overlooking the Thames, this hotel gives a sense of history and style to your big day. The elegant suites on offer suit both grand affairs for up to 160 guests and intimate gatherings. Have both your ceremony and reception in one place. After the day’s celebrations, guests can relax in the modern rooms…
Oxford
A romantic, privately owned, luxurious hotel located three miles from the centre of Oxford, this venue provides a backdrop for both a rural and convenient urban wedding celebrations. Surrounded by 400-acres of woodlands, this hotel is perfect for weddings all year round with a ceremony capacity of up to 200 guests, 20 boutique bedrooms and tasty in-house catering...
Oxford
Hosting one wedding per day, this hotel venue offers two private 19th century manors and extensive grounds to make use of. Located in Iffley, approximately two miles south of Oxford centre, Hawkwell House Hotel is situated by picturesque meadows and the River Thames, offering a tranquil location of ceremonies and receptions and 77 bedrooms for your guests…
Minster Mill is located in the picturesque region of Oxfordshire, hidden away in the Cotswolds. The rolling hills surround the 65-acre estate, which is alive with awash of wildflower meadows and weeping willows. Explore the quintessential honey-coloured hues and delve into Minster Mill for your perfect wedding day. With 38 bedrooms and exclusive use available, you’ve finally found ‘the one’…
Just 15 miles from Oxford, tucked away in Minster Lovell in the Cotswolds, Old Swan is the perfect intimate 15th century wedding venue in Oxfordshire. This all-inclusive and exclusive use wedding venue has it all, from a ceremony room licensed for civil ceremonies, talented in-house catering, a dedicated wedding planner, a perfect spot for evening receptions and 15 rooms for sleeping after your wedding day. It also has plenty of stunning views with its own gardens and surrounding landscapes…
Oxford
This medieval hotel wedding venue is set within 30-acres of breath taking parkland in Sandford-on-Thames. A number of wonderful spaces can be used for your nuptials, including a unique barge for intimate ceremonies of 30 guests and a riverside gazebo for an unlimited number of people. Contemporary suites and a rustic barn can be used for reception celebrations…
Weston-on-the-Green
Situated on the outskirts of the sleepy Oxfordshire village of Weston-on-the-Green, The Manor Country House Hotel is an idyllic setting for a wedding celebration. The late 15th century building is wrought out of golden sandstone and adorned with plenty of character and history, and its ample facilities will cater to all-inclusive weddings of every shape and size...
Abingdon
Located near Oxford and and Chiltern Hills AONB, get married in the regal 19th century setting of Coseners House, a stylish and yet comfortable venue for your nuptials. Licensed for civil ceremonies and with ample space for a fabulous reception, this is the perfect space for brides and grooms who want fun festivities but within the historic setting of Oxfordshire…
Bicester
Beautifully located in 134-acres of Bicester countryside, Bicester Hotel Golf and Spa offers numerous wedding packages and caters for bespoke nuptials. Its impressive grounds are licenced to hold ceremonies in The Pergoda for your summer celebrations, and the Orangery makes for a wonderful suite with views of the golf course for the wedding feast and reception…
Clanfield
Situated near dreamy Bampton, Friars Court is a rural manor house wedding venue surrounded by scenic grounds. With five civil ceremony licenced areas, including four outside, your entire day can be bespoke and enjoyed in a tranquil paradise. Friars Court is a truly fantastic space for a DIY wedding celebration…
Burford
Tucked away amongst antique buildings in the village of Burford, this 17th-century hotel is capable of hosting ceremonies and receptions with up to 80 guests. This space is ideal for brides and grooms who are hoping to find a wedding venue in the Cotswolds with beautiful outdoor spaces such as romantic walled gardens and a beautiful wisteria entrance…
Abingdon
Steventon House is a regal Victorian mansion on the edge of North Wessex Downs and Oxfordshire. The hotel has a luxurious boutique feel with modern refurbishments amongst historic grandeur. The stunning manicured gardens are a beautiful backdrop for wedding photos and the option for outdoor ceremonies is perfect for summer weddings..
Wantage
Embrace the enchantment of a wedding at Lains Barn, a family-run venue nestled amidst the rolling hills of the North Wessex Downs. Their spacious main hall, complemented by a variety of captivating indoor and outdoor spaces, can accommodate up to 200 guests, ensuring your celebration unfolds seamlessly. Their tranquil bridal room provides the perfect sanctuary for pre-ceremony preparations, while their in-house catering team delights with exquisite creations crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. You can have this all season round...
Wantage
Found on the northern edge of the North Wessex Downs near Wantage, this outstanding wedding venue is a gorgeous Grade II-listed 18th century manor house. Framed by an expansive lawn, this space has the ability to cater up to 300 wedding guests and offers marquee receptions. This cost-effective wedding venue can be exclusively yours from just £4000...
Nether Westcote
Sitting in a glorious position overlooking the Evenlode Valley, in the sought-after Cotswolds. Originally an 18th-century malt house, The Feathered Nest is perched on a Cotswold hillside, combining extensive gardens, a generous outdoor terrace, and elegantly refurbished interiors. As well as a dreamy location and aesthetics to match, The Feathered Nest is top of their game with regards to catering, with 3 AA Rosettes to prove it…
Thame
Sat in the glorious Oxfordshire countryside, this modern haven is a beautiful setting to host your wedding ceremony and reception. The glass windows provide vistas of the surrounding Milton Common countryside, a stunning space to overlook when saying your vows. The venue's estate and golf course is wonderful for relaxed wedding photos with loved ones…
Banbury
Dovecote Events is a quaint barn and tipi wedding venue that combines aesthetic with the nature that surrounds Banbury. Its stunning vaulted ceilings and light space provides a blank canvas for brides and grooms and an awe-inspiring atmosphere. Offering no corkage fee, this is an ideal place for a romantic bespoke wedding...
Bicester
Located in the countryside just north of Bicester in the Cherwell district, Stratton Court Barn is an exclusive-use barn venue for your rustic wedding. The Main Barn can be used for your ceremony and features its own bar and space for a dancefloor for fun a fun reception. Or say your vows in the intimae Stables with up to 60 loved ones…
Long Crendon
On the outskirts of Long Crendon, nearby the River Thame, this historic 12th century barn wedding venue is set in 500-acres of countryside in the Chiltern Hills. The barn has been beautifully restored but retains its original oak beams and exposed brickwork, an excellent backdrop for rustic celebrations. It also offers a connecting marquee for the reception…
Fairford
Experience the charm of Jenners Barn, a beautiful stone barn in a stunning rural Cotswolds location. Host up to 60 of your nearest and dearest in the stone barn, or up to 110 in the stylish marquee. Choose your own caterer, decorations and entertainment and party till midnight! Hire costs start from £3,600 including the marquee, barn and exclusive use of 5 acres of whimsical water meadows…
Bourton-on-the-Water
Hidden away amongst willow trees on the banks of the River Eye, this fascinating inn can host both receptions and ceremonies, along with 30 luxury bedrooms. As a unique pub within its own slice of countryside, it's one of the more unusual wedding venues The Cotswolds has at its disposal...
Nether Winchendon
Nether Winchendon House, a captivating Wedding Venue nestled in the picturesque Buckinghamshire countryside, transports you to a timeless era. This extraordinary Ancient Historic House, boasting a Grade I listing, exudes romance and charm. Immerse yourself in the enchantment of Nether Winchendon House, a magnificent Medieval and Tudor manor house surrounded by seven acres of serene gardens and 600 acres of parkland on the border of Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire…
Banbury
Ideally located in the market town of Banbury, this 17th century hotel boasts a charismatic space and original features for a stately wedding. A suitable venue for the ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception, Mercure Banbury Whately Hall Hotel is located next to People’s Park is one of the mosts adaptable places to get married in Oxfordshire…
Waddesdon
Located in a serene waterside location surrounded by beautiful gardens, The Dairy is a captivating private venue within the Waddesdon Estate, Buckinghamshire, established by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild during the 19th century and serving as the country getaway for the Rothschild family for more than a century. Experience a glimpse of this luxurious lifestyle with top-notch cuisine, fine wines, and impeccable service…
Lower Basildon
Hillfields Farm is a unique wedding venue offering dry hire services with multiple day rentals. The venue is notable for its exceptional attention to detail and offers a perfect location to celebrate one of the most significant days in your life. With its charming atmosphere, Hillfields Farm is the perfect venue for those seeking a memorable day set within the beautiful 300-year-old barns…
Hartwell
Hartwell House, situated in the Vale of Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, lies at the edge of the Chilterns, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is conveniently located just two miles from the bustling market town of Aylesbury and 20 miles from Oxford. This distinguished hotel features 48 bedrooms and suites, recognised for its exceptional hospitality and culinary excellence through numerous awards…
Welford
Located in Berkshire in the heart of Lambourn Valley, just an hour from West London and easily accessible from Heathrow and Bristol, Welford Lodge offers three dry hire spaces for you to choose from. With indoor and outdoor spaces licensed for civil ceremonies, this blank canvas wedding venue lets you create the wedding of your dreams. Fall asleep in their accommodation and explore their 100 acres of private woodland…
Buckingham
The surrounding gardens at Stowe National Trust in Buckinghamshire are the perfect place to say your vows. With views across 750-acres of themed gardens, it’s the most magical wedding setting. The breath-taking venue borders Octagon Lake and sits next to the Temple of Ancient Virtue, host your wedding ceremony in one of the surrounding temples…
Stowe
Discover the charm of Stowe House, an exquisite 18th Century mansion located in Buckinghamshire. Rich in history and romance, this stunning estate is surrounded by 880 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens managed by the National Trust. Each viewpoint reveals enchanting follies, serene lakes, and impressive temples and monuments…
Sulgrave
Nestled in the quaint parish of Sulgrave, this heritage venue is an example of the unusual wedding venues Oxfordshire boasts as it was once the ancestral home of George Washington. Framed by manicured gardens and stone pillars, the 16th century manor is a majestic wedding backdrop. The ideal location for both grand country weddings and intimate whimsical occasions…
Welcome to The Castle at Edgehill, an impressive venue nestled near Banbury, Leamington Spa, and Stratford-upon-Avon, proudly part of the Freespirit Pubs family. Entering the Castle at Edgehill you will step back in time, into a beautiful historic 18th Century Castle steeped in history with stunning views across the Warwickshire countryside at one of the most beautiful wedding venues in Banbury…
Pangbourne
A stunning and unique countryside wedding venue nestled near Pangbourne on Thames in Royal Berkshire, offers an idyllic backdrop for a charming rustic wedding. You can choose between various locations to celebrate the different parts of your day, exceptional in-house catering, plush accommodation options and a fantastic team to guide you. Read on to find out about their facilities…
Newbury
The Post is a traditional wedding barn with a modern twist. Located near Newbury within 120 acres of Berkshire countryside, The Post provides a stunning backdrop to your wedding day. Wed inside or outside, feast upon hand-crafted wooden tables and party in style for up to 150 day guests and 200 evening guests. Outside, the kitchen terrace is the perfect spot for pizza and drinks around the rotisserie…
High Wycombe
Rackleys Chiltern Hills is a beautifully restored barn nestled within 7 acres of picturesque countryside, just 25 miles from London. This stunning, light-filled venue has been transformed from a traditional farm. Meticulously refurbished to the highest standards, the barn retains its original charm while offering modern amenities. If you’re looking for a venue that embodies uniqueness, elegance, and character, Rackleys Barn is the perfect choice…
Newbury
The Vineyard is a five-star luxury hotel and spa located near Newbury in beautiful Berkshire. The facilities, service and food all live up to its prestigious star rating, so it is no wonder this venue is considered as one of the best in the county. You can take over the hotel exclusively including the spa for a perfectly private wedding. Click here to find out more…
Chipping Campden
Located in the heart of the Cotswolds, in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, this exclusive use wedding venue only hosts one wedding a week, offering you for a chance for a four-day wedding, exchanging your vows on the Saturday. To add the flexibility. Mickleton Hills Farm allow you to choose your own suppliers, stay in their on-site accommodation, celebrate in their 18th century grain barn and take all the help you need from their wedding planning services…
Little Horwood
Horwood House is a prime location just outside of Milton Keynes for your countryside wedding. With historic charm and contemporary function suites, this venue offers the best of both worlds for your nuptials. Boasting four beautiful function areas, 38-acres of landscaped gardens, delectable dining and accommodation, this wedding venue simply has it all...
Henley-on-Thames
Uniquely positioned on the banks of the Thames with sweeping views of river and Berkshire countryside. A stone’s throw from London, Henley-on-Thames offers easy transport links to the South-East by road and rail. An historic, privately-owned venue with breathtaking gardens and grounds available for exclusive hire. As a private home Remenham Court offers unique versatility…
Marlow
Danesfield House stands amidst 65 acres of formal gardens with outstanding views over the River Thames and the Chiltern Hills beyond. From hosting a grand celebration for 110 guests to organising a cosy gathering for your nearest and dearest, the exquisite architecture, beautiful gardens, and indulgent spa at Danesfield House offer the ideal setting for your special day…
Aldermaston
With panoramic river views, streams and steeped in traditional charm with its original oak beams, sluices and water wheel a tranquil riverside setting in 22 acres of countryside, making it one of the most picturesque venues in Royal Berkshire. Whether it's an intimate occasion or larger celebration, they pride themselves on providing a bespoke service, thus creating the most unique and magical day of your life…
Everdon
Wood Farm at Everdon is a serene and picturesque exclusive-use barn wedding venue encompassed by 80 acres of stunning Northamptonshire countryside. Perfect for private weddings, this family-run property boasts magnificent views of the rolling landscape from its terrace and gardens, as well as a fully stocked bar to add to the fun...
Hurst
The Manor of Hurst is an exquisite Elizabethan manor house nestled in 40 acres of Berkshire parkland. It offers complete seclusion and privacy, yet remains easily accessible from London via road and rail. Host up to 50 guests in the house, or up to 300 in a marquee within the grounds. Hire starts from £3,000, click here to find out more…