Country Weddings in The New Forest
These countryside wedding venues in the New Forest offer the happy couple great variety and choice. Perfect for couples looking for secluded places to celebrate their marriage with their closest friends and family. From luxurious hotels offering indoor and outdoor ceremony space to period properties boasting original features and authentic décor, explore your choices below.
Brockenhurst
This secluded Victorian manor is surrounded by trees, flora, and nestled within the New Forest National Park, making it a fairy tale wedding location. Have an idyllic ceremony in the Cedar Garden, or say your vows in the cosy wood panelled Lounge. The gourmet catering at Careys Manor offers fresh and local produce, your first meal as a married couple will be delicious...
Brockenhurst
Celebrate your marriage at Balmer Lawn, a private and secluded four-star hotel surrounded by Brockenhurst countryside. The contemporary wedding venue has plenty of ceremony, wedding breakfast and reception spaces available, such as a Wooden Pavilion and the Beaulieu suite. Relax and unwind after your nuptials in one of the 54 luxury rooms the hotel has to offer...
Beaulieu Road
With extensive views across the stunning New Forest National Park, this hotel wedding venue boasts one of the largest capacities for an evening reception in the area. Have your wedding become an idyllic forest retreat in this tranquil location. Tie the knot with a quaint outdoor ceremony and have a delicious wedding breakfast in one of their neutral function suites...
Lymington
An elegant and versatile wedding venue in the New Forest, Stanwell House is a listed Georgian house with a hotel yacht in which to sail away. A stunning garden pavilion awaits you for outdoor vows, before enjoying a delicious wedding breakfast created by the talented in-house chef. Dance the night away in the picturesque gardens with up to 150 guests of your choice...
Lymington
Pylewell House specialise in hosting weddings and events at their sensational country house estate in Lymington, Hampshire. Whether you're looking for cosy bedrooms, quirky bars, beautiful ceremony spaces, or lively party areas, they welcome you to make their home your own. They take pride in doing things differently and breaking away from traditional wedding norms. Your special day should be exactly how you envision it…
Beaulieu
Based in the pretty village of Beaulieu overlooking Beaulieu River, The Montagu Arms Hotel is a 17th century country house that offers a serene backdrop for your wedding. Have a luxurious wedding breakfast in the ornate wood panelled Oakwood Room before unwinding in a traditional four-poster bed once the evening reception celebrations are over...
Woodlands
Set in the heart of Hampshire’s historic New Forest National Park. Woodlands Lodge is a privately owned charming Country House Hotel. It is set within 3 acres of private gardens and has direct access to the New Forest on all sides making it the perfect location. What’s more the friendly and knowledgeable team will be on hand to oversee all of the arrangements with you…
Minstead
Minstead Lodge and grounds are nestled just outside the village of Minstead, just minutes from the M27 and in the middle of the New Forest National Park. This authentic and charming venue indulges the senses with open fire places, magical woodland and original intricate details. The lodge is licensed for civil ceremonies and you can also set up a marquee for larger wedding celebrations…
Burley
Have a beautiful outdoor ceremony at Moorhill House Hotel in their romantic garden gazebo, then have a delicious wedding breakfast in the champagne hued Burley Suite. Their AA award-winning restaurant will create a bespoke dinner and canapés for your guests to enjoy. Finally, you and your guests can relax in the serene sauna and swimming pool…
Cadnam
An ornate wedding venue situated on the outskirts of Lyndhurst, Bartley Lodge Hotel is an ideal choice for luxury-loving brides and grooms. The wedding breakfast is sure to be an event of splendour as it is served in the oak-panelled Baronial Hall. You can enjoy a tipple or two in the private bar and host an alfresco champagne reception on the elegant terrace...
Lyndhurst
Forest Lodge is a stylish and elegant Georgian hotel nestled in the heart of Lyndhurst, a beautiful space for a New Forest wedding. The stately decorated Forest suite has opulent chandeliers and plenty of charm for a formal wedding breakfast. With four competitive packages to choose from, you can host fantastic nuptials here whatever your budget…
Bramshaw
Hold a picturesque country wedding in this 18th century coaching inn, decorated with plush rustic décor located in the hamlet of Brook. This quintessential English setting accommodates brides and grooms who want to invite four legged friends to their nuptials and overnight guests. The Bell Inn offers exclusive wedding packages for various budgets...
Ringwood
Located in Hampshire, Somerley offers a unique blend of luxury, opulence, and warmth, making it an ideal venue for a wedding. This stunning Country House exudes elegance and charm, creating a welcoming atmosphere reminiscent of a cherished family home. The timeless elegance of the venue serves as a beautiful canvas for your wedding, allowing you to infuse your unique style. Enjoy a delightful country-house celebration tailored to your preferences…
Ashfield
Discover a hidden gem within the picturesque Broadlands estate, home to the Earl and Countess Mountbatten of Burma. Immerse yourself in the charm of three enchanting venues, perfect for Civil and Celebrant-led ceremonies. From May to September, these stunning locations provide an unforgettable backdrop for your special day, with Sundays being the only exception. Please note this is a ceremony and drinks reception venue only…
Fordingbridge
Hale Park stands as an exceptional wedding venue, located in Hampshire. This grand estate offers ample space and adaptability, allowing you to shape and personalise this blank canvas into an extraordinary day that is exclusively yours. With minimal limitations, Hale Park has a ‘can do’ attitude, welcoming all ideas and making dreams come true. The flexibility of Hale Park allows for plenty of options…
Downton
Located on the picturesque Barford Park Farm in South Wiltshire, Barford Park Barn is an exceptional venue for weddings and events. Set on a 300-acre grassland farm, the barn offers a comfortable seating capacity of 150 people, which can be extended to 250 by adding a marquee. The barn provides breathtaking views of the Avon Valley and the adjacent water meadows that line the river Avon…
Southampton
Located in Southampton, Hampshire, in the countryside just between Meon Valley and Wickham, you are promised a wedding day with a ton of natural beauty, including their very own vineyard. You could have a civil ceremony outside in their Gazebo with red vines or wed inside with their purposely designed ceremony room. This is all exclusively yours, including talented in-house caterers, onsite accommodation and even a bridal suite...
Wimborne
Canford aims to make your wedding day truly special by providing exclusive use of the manor house and grounds on a limited number of dates each year. The Grade I listed building in Dorset offers a picturesque setting for civil ceremonies with 60 to 130 guests in the Old Library or Long Gallery. The reception can be held in the stunning Great Hall, with a maximum of 180 guests…
North Houghton
Located in leafy Hampshire, Houghton Lodge offers a breathtaking setting for weddings, with endless possibilities for your special day. With stunning views of the countryside and the Test Valley, it is a truly picturesque and tranquil location. Houghton Lodge Gardens is a licensed wedding venue and offers a variety of outdoor and indoor ceremony locations for your special day. From the stunning Walled Garden to the Riverside Fishing Hut…
Tisbury
West Barn Lodge and The Dutch Barn comprise a collection of exquisitely restored agricultural buildings, situated on the Fovant downs near Salisbury in the scenic countryside of Wiltshire. Managed by Barney and his wife Pippa, these barns are part of their family farm, which has been in operation for five generations in the Chalke Valley, Wiltshire…
Hayling Island
Nestled on the coast of Hampshire and West Sussex lies the Tournerbury Woods Estate and Woods Cottage. Private woodland encompass 50 acres of land, creating an unforgettable backdrop for weddings. Couples who tie the knot here experience a magical and idyllic setting beyond description…
Penton Mewsey
On the outskirts of Andover in Penton Grafton, Penton Park is a Grade II-listed family home and exclusive-use wedding venue. Penton Park hosts a limited number of weddings per year, ensuring your experience is personalised and unique. Whether you want alfresco dining or a fancy affair in the Ballroom, the team will work tirelessly to bring your vision to life...
Alton
The Angel Hotel is found hidden in the dreamy Hampshire countryside in the picturesque South Downs, close to Privett, Alton and Petersfield. This family run hotel and wedding venue offers couples a relaxed and friendly day, from the civil ceremony though to the evening reception. With 37 bedrooms onsite, you and your guests can make the most of the day before retiring to bed. This barn style hotel venue is angelic in all senses of the word…
Warmwell
Warmwell House, a Jacobean manor nestled in the heart of Hardy’s Dorset, is an ideal venue for weddings, receptions, family gatherings, or private events. This historic location exudes hidden charm and offers a unique setting for any occasion. Whether you prefer to cosy up by the fire in Winter or explore the grounds in Summer, Warmwell House provides the perfect backdrop for memorable celebrations in the beautiful countryside…
Hungerford
Combe Manor Barn, located in Berkshire, is a charming country house wedding venue that sits on the border of North West Hampshire and Wiltshire. The venue is licensed for civil ceremonies, and a picturesque 12th-century church is just a stone's throw away from the barns. Only one wedding is hosted per week, allowing exclusive access to the barns starting from the Wednesday before your big day…