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    Weddings & Special Occasions in Rutland

    Places to stay in England that host weddings – and that are just as good for the other big days: a milestone birthday, an anniversary, a proposal, a christening or a family get-together. Book direct with the venue to talk through your plans, then book rooms nearby for your guests.

    Wedding venue guide

    Wedding venues in Rutland

    6 wedding venues in Rutland that aren’t hotels – barns, country houses, castles, estates and something a little different.

    Filter by guest numbers, the style you love and the things that matter on the day, then find somewhere nearby for your guests to stay.

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    • 6venues
    • 4licensed for ceremonies
    • 1outdoor ceremonies
    • 1guests can stay on site
    • 4exclusive use
    • 4dogs welcome

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    6 venues

    Castle & historic Edith Weston, Rutland See the venue →

    Normanton Church

    ✓ Licensed for ceremonies

    • 100Ceremony
    • –Day
    • –Evening
    • –Sleeps

    Iconic part-submerged deconsecrated church on the shore of Rutland Water.

    • 🔑 Exclusive use
    • 🍴 Approved caterers
    • 🐕 Dogs welcome
    • ♿ Step-free

    Venue hire £650 - £850

    Good to know

    Civil ceremonies only, 2-hour exclusive slot; receptions via approved marquee/tipi suppliers (Rutland Marquees, Sami Tipi) in the park.

    Address: Normanton Park Road, Oakham LE15 8HD

    Estate & gardens Exton, Rutland See the venue →

    Barnsdale Gardens

    ✓ Licensed for ceremonies, including outdoors

    • –Ceremony
    • 140Day
    • 200Evening
    • –Sleeps

    Famous TV display gardens created by Geoff Hamilton, with a licensed outdoor arbour.

    • 🍴 Any caterer
    • ♿ Step-free

    Venue hire £800 - £4,250

    Oakham (approx. 5 km)

    Good to know

    Receptions in marquee or giant Kata tipis (seated up to 120 in tipis). Confetti permitted; accommodation not listed.

    Address: The Avenue, Exton, Oakham LE15 8AH

    Farm & outdoor Exton, Rutland See the venue →

    Haybales Farm

    Receptions and celebrant-led ceremonies

    • –Ceremony
    • 120Day
    • 200Evening
    • –Sleeps

    Rustic farm tipi weddings in the Rutland countryside near Exton village and church.

    • 🔑 Exclusive use
    • 🍴 Any caterer
    • 🐕 Dogs welcome

    Packages £5,999 - £7,449 for 120 guests

    Good to know

    Church within walking distance. Weekend weddings focus; confetti and fireworks permitted.

    Address: Exton Road, Oakham LE15 8AH

    Restaurant & pub Lyddington, Rutland See the venue →

    The Marquess of Exeter

    Receptions and celebrant-led ceremonies

    • –Ceremony
    • 90Day
    • 150Evening
    • 40Sleeps

    Thatched-roof village inn in Lyddington with marquee-friendly grounds and a church nearby.

    • 🔑 Exclusive use
    • 🍴 In-house catering
    • 🛏 Sleeps 40 on site
    • 🐕 Dogs welcome
    • ♿ Step-free

    Venue hire £3,000 - £3,500

    Good to know

    Church ceremonies nearby. Corkage on own alcohol.

    Address: 52 Main Street, Lyddington LE15 9LT

    Castle & historic Oakham, Rutland See the venue →

    Oakham Castle

    ✓ Licensed for ceremonies

    • 80Ceremony
    • –Day
    • –Evening
    • –Sleeps

    Twelfth-century Great Hall famous for its collection of giant horseshoes, Grade I listed.

    • 🔑 Exclusive use on some packages
    • 📦 Dry hire
    • 🐕 Dogs welcome
    • ♿ Step-free
    • 🏷 Midweek & winter offers

    Ceremony hire from £700 (Mon-Thu, 2025/26); winter £585

    Oakham (approx. 0.5 km)

    Good to know

    Civil only, no religious content; no candles, balloons or fixings on the fabric. Receptions hired by the hour (£100-£145/hr). Parking for 8 cars.

    Address: Catmose Street, Oakham LE15 6HW

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    Castle & historic Estate & gardens Farm & outdoor Restaurant & pub

    Good to know when you’re choosing

    • Licensed or not? A licensed venue can hold your legal ceremony on site. Unlicensed venues are lovely for receptions or a celebrant-led ceremony after a quick register-office signing.
    • Book your guests’ rooms early. Rural venues often have few beds nearby on a summer Saturday – use “Stay near” on any venue to find places close by, and book direct for the best rates.
    • Midweek and winter are cheaper. Many venues take a good chunk off Monday–Thursday dates and November to March.
    • Always check the details. Guest numbers, prices and rules come from the venues and wedding directories and change often – confirm everything with the venue before you book.

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