Spring and summer always seem to steal the limelight when it comes to weddings, but autumn is a beautiful time of year, and not one to overlook. Trees turning from green to red and gold, crisp country walks, conkers, pumpkins, piles of fallen leaves, and the crackle of a log fire. If you’re planning to marry in the autumn months, here are four wedding venues perfect for an autumn wedding.
Rivervale Barn, Hampshire
This beautiful and contemporary barn on the banks of the river Blackwater is an idyllic choice for an autumn wedding.
Rivervale Barn’s mature landscaped gardens, awash with vibrant colours such as shimming bronze, rich russet orange, ruby red and mellow yellow, provide a wonderful backdrop for your autumn wedding photos. On a glorious autumn day, guests can enjoy canapés and Champagne in the Mediterranean courtyard, with its citrus trees and fountain.
- Licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 150 guests
- Seating for up to 150 guests for dining
- Luxury suite for the wedding couple
- In-house caterers Galloping Gourmet provide the highest standard of cuisine and service
Dorset House, West Sussex
Dorset House is a charming Tudor barn set in 40 acres of medieval gardens, with views over the river Arun.
Licensed for ceremonies in the Inner Barn, couples can also have an outdoor blessing in the venue’s unique Amphitheatre. Guests will enjoy wandering through the medieval gardens and then warming up by the log fireplace inside the barn afterwards.
- Seating for up to 150 guests for dining
- Licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 150 guests
- Own alcohol welcome, with no corkage
- Pretty walled garden for photos
Bartholomew Barn, West Sussex
A romantic, rustic barn set in a secluded countryside location, Bartholomew Barn is a beautiful wedding venue for every season. Surrounded by acres of fields, woodland and gardens, guests will enjoy being outdoors, even in autumn.
The central courtyard features a pond, comfortable seating, and patio heaters to keep guests warm in cooler months. The intimate and cosy wedding barn features exposed oak beams and a log burner.
- Licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 100 guests
- Seating for up to 100 guests for dining
- Seating for up to 150 guests for dining with additional marquee
- Room for the bride to get ready
Fetcham Park, Surrey
Set amidst landscaped grounds featuring fountains, Fetcham Park is a perfect venue for a wedding in autumn.
This magnificent mansion dates back to 1705 and features several stunning reception rooms, idyllic if guests would prefer to make the most of the indoor space. Enjoy each unique and sumptuous room, taking in the romance, history and timeless charm. Intricate interiors, including impressive ceiling murals, oil paintings and luxury furnishings, will have your guests talking about your choice of venue even after your wedding day.
- Licensed for civil ceremonies
- Seating for up to 80 guests for dining
- Family owned for over 10 years
- No set packages
Guest post by Tania Barnes of Country House Wedding Venues
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