When it comes to tying the knot, the biggest day of your lives comes and goes far too quickly. So, the opportunity to extend the celebrations into the weekend, sounds like the perfect idea.

There’s a number of first-class wedding venues dotted throughout the country that allow exclusivity for the entire weekend. If you’re looking to go all-out then take a look at our highlighted snapshot of 9 stylish venues offering exclusive full weekend wedding hire in the UK.

Stunning Weekend Hire Wedding Venues in the UK

These venues offer weekend hire giving you exclusive access as well as accommodation or glamping too, get in touch to find out more about their exciting weekend packages.

Go big and never go home! That’s what Redbank Barn encourages guests, by inviting them to make a weekend of the wedding.

Starting with the nuptials, choose from Scandinavian tipis in House Meadow, or the country barn for your special ceremony. Fully customisable for your big day, its blank canvas ensures no two weddings are ever the same.

With the option to add fully furnished bell tents for guest glamping there’s never far to stumble home. And when daylight breaks through, there’s plenty of on-site activities to enjoy on your first day of marriage. This includes jetties, boats and canoes in the nearby River Wye.

As many of us strive to minimise our carbon footprint, eco-weddings have become popular in recent years. With organic touches throughout, Bore Place sets a new standard in sustainable ceremonies.

Happy couples can celebrate the occasion outside in the courtyard, or inside the Jacobean period manor. And well after the celebrations are over, there’s plenty of reasons to stay. From its enchanting woods full of wildlife, to discovering the quaint village of Chiddingstone next door.

Just an hour from London, it’s easy to reach, with space for 29 guests in its hotel grounds, and 19 more under the stars in its glamping field.

Retreat to the countryside for a weekend of uninterrupted celebration in this prime Norfolk wedding destination. There’s plenty for guests to take in, from quiet country walks to a spot of tennis on the lawn.

For summer soirees, the secluded outdoor gazebo is made for exchanging vows, with its giant garden marquee designed for post-event celebrations.

Glamp out with your wedding party and enjoy the splendour of nature. There’s 40 spectacular acres of parkland all to yourself.

If you always dreamed of an intimate wedding for your nearest and dearest, Treseren will make your wedding wishes come true. Small and stylish, this country retreat is ideal for whisking friends away for a VIP elopement.

With free reign of the property for the weekend, your nuptials are only the beginning of a memorable weekend to come. Accommodating up to 12 guests, with a further eight additional guests on the big day, you’ll be able to make the most of a special and long weekend in the Cornish countryside.

For all the rustic feels, Drovers Barn takes full advantage of its privileged position in the heart of Herefordshire. Inviting couples in with a warm welcome, this family-run business is a popular choice.

Set on an organic farm at the foot hills of the Welsh Black Mountains, it makes for a breathtaking spot to take it all in.

Exclusively available for a three-day wedding, the wedding barn can accommodate up to 80 guests, with room for half the party to stay onsite. There’s a mix of glamping tents and stone cottages to fight over!

With all the hallmarks of an award-winning property, Elmore Court offers a weekend to remember, with 16 en-suite bedrooms available on site.

The 750-year old Grade II listed country house is tastefully decorated with original features intact. It has also been updated to include a sustainably built ‘sound proof’ space entitled ‘the Gillyflower’. It’s quite the centrepiece for wedding day shenanigans.

Best of all the estate opens up to the delightful Gloucestershire countryside. Bordering the Cotswolds and with views of the River Severn, you’ll be glad you choose to stay for the weekend.

There’s something unmistakably charming about Grange Barn. A fully working arable farm with a quirky authentic feel, and touch of shabby chic for good measure!

A welcoming space for your wedding day, this hidden gem can be customised to your wedding theme.  You and your guests can gaze out over the Cheshire Plains for the most stunning outdoor ceremony.

Benefitting from its rural location, there’s lots of great walks to be enjoyed around the market towns of Nantwich and Whitchurch nearby. Cheshire Boutique Barns located just down the road can accommodate up to 12 of your guests. The perfect way to spend the morning after the night before.  With only one wedding hosted a week, wedding parties can enjoy total exclusivity.

It’s hard not to be blown away by Gileston Manor, a grand estate nestled on the Welsh coast in the Vale of Glamorgan.

This natural beauty spot is loved by couples, for its picturesque setting and renowned hospitality. The Grade II listed Manor House is set amongst sweeping lawns and boating lakes, for all the romantic vibes.

Even after your celebrations are over, there’s plenty of reasons to stay and explore. With sweeping views of Jurassic Coast, it would be remiss not to.

Perhaps it’s the fresh country air, or maybe it’s the personal touches delivered by owner Julia. Whatever its secret charm, Garthmyl Hall is one of the premiere destinations in the Welsh countryside.

Whether you choose to announce your vows in its outdoor terrace, or indoors in its breathtaking ballroom, you’re spoilt for choice.

As well its secluded setting, the sprawling estate provides a welcoming backdrop to enjoy over the weekend. It’s the perfect excuse to extend your stay and make the most of all that’s on offer.

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