Civil Ceremony Venues in Cornwall
If you're searching for the perfect place to exchange your vows, take a look at these ceremony licensed wedding venues in Cornwall including historic houses, rustic tipis and coastline hotels for you and your partner to choose from. Explore the varying celebration spaces below, from grand dining halls to outdoor marquees to find the ceremony space for your nuptials.
Bodmin
Nestled within 150 acres of serene countryside, Boconnion is an exclusive estate boasting charming outbuildings and meticulously manicured gardens. With breathtaking views of untouched rolling hills and a backdrop of ancient oak woodland, this secluded haven offers a truly idyllic retreat. Boconnion offers a unique blend of rustic Cornish charm and traditional elegance, providing the perfect setting for any occasion…
Fowey
Overlooking the sailing and fishing port of Fowey, this historic Victorian mansion hotel is nestled on the south Cornish coast. Licenced for civil ceremonies, this elegant venue can host your exclusive coastal wedding in its entirety, from the vowes right the way through to the reception celebrations. With 36 luxurious rooms onsite, your guests can also enjoy a tranquil stay...
Fowey
Fowey Harbour Hotel is a coastal wedding venue with panoramic views stretching over Fowey harbour and to the estuary beyond. This late Victorian hotel has been lovingly restored to provide a wedding haven with an abundance of character and exceptional interiors. Boutique chic meets seaside charm, as this hotel excels in all areas of customer service, location and their wedding facilities…
Bodmin
An eco-friendly enterprise, Cornish Tipi Weddings offer a range of different-sized tents to suit weddings of all dimensions. The venue also provides luxury glamping for your guests. Ideal for couples looking for unusual wedding venues in Cornwall, feel free to cast off tradition and let your imagination run wild with perhaps a coastal DIY festival themed event…
Trelill
Pengenna Manor is an 800-year-old private estate located in Cornwall, England, offering exclusive use for weddings and events up to 200 guests. With six ceremony locations, on-site accommodation, and a dedicated wedding team, Pengenna Manor provides a blank canvas for couples to create their dream wedding...
St Neot
Rooted in 142 acres of dreamy Cornish countryside and near to the picturesque Colliford Lake, Trevenna's modern architecture compliments the spectacular vistas and lush landscape surronding it. Situated near the A30 and with accommodation for 40 guests, Trevenna is the perfect location for rural and whimsical wedding celebrations...
Truro
The Alverton is a beautiul Grade II-listed Victorian hotel in Cornwall's capital, Truro. Situated in the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and near the wild cornish coast, this stunning venue has a gothic style domed hall for wedding receptions and ceremonies. This is a wonderful location for any themed wedding and will complete the perfect fairy tale...
Trebarwith
Midway between Port Isaac and Boscastle on the North Cornwall coast the Millhouse Inn is a charming wedding venue neatly set in its own slice of wooded valley and gardens. Warming, welcoming and friendly, the hidden gem of a hotel presents delicious cuisine, cosy accommodation and plenty of function suites for your wedding festivities with 200 guests…
Portscatho
This beautiful Georgian house overlooks the Roseland Heritage Coastline and neighbours Pendower Beach and the quaint Cornish town of Portscatho. This idyllic space is the perfect seaside wedding venue for exclusive, romantic and bespoke nuptials. The boutique apart-hotel is an ideal blank canvas with nuetral decor, a light setting and groomed gardens...
St Agnes
Overlooking St. Agnes Heritage Coast, The Driftwood Spars is an idyllic seaside wedding venue. Aside from the unstoppable ocean views, the hotel offers a range of ceremony rooms, including their ravishing Library. With bespoke menus and quaint bedrooms, this space is suitable for wedding parties of any size; design your nuptials at this charming hotel…
Rilla Mill
Set in a tranquil river valley on the edge of Bodmin Moor in East Cornwall, this traditional farmstead is wonderfully secluded, transformed from merely a farmhouse with outbuildings into a wonderful retreat offering luxury wedding spaces. The Green Cornwall offers newly-converted rustic barns, serving as fantastic ceremony spots and reception suites…
Falmouth
Located in the picturesque landscape above Falmouth Harbour on the south coast of Cornwall, the Greenbank Hotel presents the perfect wedding getaway. Bordered by clear blue seas, the bride and groom can revel in the magnificent bay views. The warm and inviting welcome you receive may persuade yourself and your wedding guests to stay another day...
Bude
Trevigue is ideal for small weddings and elopements on the wild and whimsical coast of Bude. Have a stunning ceremony within the converted barn at this gorgeous haven. Plus, there are plenty of brilliant wedding photo opportunities to have atop the nearby cliffs and beaches. This is one of the most versatile farm and barn wedding venues Cornwall can offer...
St Mellion
Near the River Tamar, St. Mellion International Resort is positioned close to an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Tamar Valley. This sophisticated hotel is an ideal all-inclusive wedding venue for your ceremony and reception celebrations. Offering packages and a fantastic choice of suites, your big day can be relaxing to the mind and the purse...
St Mellion
This historic castle offers a european-esque backdrop for your wedding. Established in the 17th century, Pentillie Castle features romantic wisteria pavilions and a loggia perched on the picturesque River Tamar. Despite only being 20 minutes from Plymouth, your loved ones will feel hidden away from the world as they watch you get married at this Cornish venue...
Milton Abbot
Hotel Endsleigh is an award-winning Grade I-listed regency mansion and idyllic wedding venue showcasing woodlands, grottos and follies on the slopes of the Tamar Valley. Exclusive use of the romantic house is on offer from as little as £2000, a great option for couples looking for cheap wedding venues in Devon without sacrificing luxury…
Saltash
Neighboring Kingsmill Lake and overlooking the River Tamar, this countryclub venue is situated in the Cornish Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Tamar Valley. The perfect waterfront space surrounded by 108 acres of countryside, 18 hole golf course and close to rail links in Saltash, this coastal venue accomodates the ceremony through to the reception...
Torpoint
Settled within the Rame Head Heritage Coast, Polhawn Fort stands alone overlooking Whitsand Bay and features its own private beach making it one of the most unique wedding venues in Plymouth. With its own private grounds on the cliff-top, this picturesque venue is located adjacent to the Cornish Coastal Footpath; say your vows whilst enjoying seaside views…
Lamerton
Tucked away in the picturesque Tamar valley near Dartmoor, Wonwood Barton is a charming 19th-century farmstead offering a unique venue for weddings. The traditional roundhouse, colourful courtyard, private suites, and beautiful grounds make it a perfect setting for a special celebration. The Roundhouse is a perfect space for smaller weddings of up to 50 guests and they can accommodate 70 seated guests in 2025…
Plympton
The Duke of Cornwall Hotel is the perfect setting for a Plymouth wedding, boasting a rich heritage and stunning gothic Victorian architecture. The grand entrance sets the tone for a special celebration, with its iconic statement in the heart of the city. Inside, the hotel offers majestic spaces with ornate period stylings and beautiful features, including a stunning staircase perfect for your wedding photographs….
Bude
This beach-style, family run B&B hotel captures a sense of love and togetherness, a romantic spot for relaxed nuptials. Organise your dream Cornish wedding with Edgcumbe's warm and welcoming feel, the ideal venue for couples seeking a more intimate celebration with a up to 50 guests. Have a romantic stroll after your reception on Summerleaze Beach...
Bridgerule
Located in Bridgerule, Devon, with coastal links and stunning countryside views, Glebe House is perfect for those seeking a cosy wedding venue. With exclusive use of the grounds for up to three days and a license for civil ceremonies, you can create your very own bespoke wedding. Celebrate in a marquee for up to 130 guests and snuggle up in their cosy cottages at the end of your wedding day…
Bude
Situated in Launcells near Bude, this stunning manor house and gardens is available for exclusive wedding hire and is a fabulous option for couples looking for the most unusual wedding venues in Cornwall. The charming house and grounds overlooking the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean are nothing short of magical, the perfect ambience for a romantic wedding...
Penzance
Tremenheere is an outdoor wedding venue in west Cornwall, specialising in small weddings and elopements, and able to host wedding ceremonies and marquee wedding receptions for up to 120 people. Within stunning tropical and sub-tropical gardens, boasting exceptional coastal views towards St Michael’s Mount, there is a choice of licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony venues…
Sparkwell
Allow Dartmoor Zoo to host your special day. Providing a fun friendly atmosphere, especially if you are an animal lover, this unusual wedding venue option offers 33 acres of woodland and an array of function suites. Licenced for civil ceremonies and providing space for a marquee reception, you can host your wedding in its entirety at this unique Devon attraction...