Wedding Venues in Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire

Wedding venues in Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire offer couples a real dilemma! Couples have such a difficult decision to make for their wedding day – there’s too much choice!  Situated in East Anglia, the amazing architecture and the wonderful countryside surrounding these beautiful landmarks is something to behold. The region also boasts some of the best weather in the country, so you won’t go wrong!

Since becoming a celebrant, I have been lucky enough to see all of the wedding venues highlighted below. I am looking forward to seeing many more as I officiate the weddings of couples coming from my local area and those who are travelling from further afield!

Wedding venues in Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire provide fantastic opportunities for destination weddings.  Legalise your marriage in your home county, or your home country if you are from outside the UK. Afterwards, choose to have a celebrant-led wedding ceremony, at the venue of your choice! You’ll be free to have a completely personalised, unique ceremony with you and your love story at its heart. There’s no worry about any kind of officialdom getting in the way!  These stunning locations allow you and your guests to relax and make the most of your wonderful surroundings.  From stately homes to teepees in wildflower meadows, you’ll be spoilt for choice!

Here are some of my favourites!

Hengrave Hall

One of ‘Suffolk’s premier wedding venues’ this Tudor mansion is a stunning example of the wonderful architecture in our region.  The beautiful grounds even include the venue’s own private church!  It’s the venue for you if you love opulence, history and elegance.  Whether you live locally, or if you are travelling to the area for your destination wedding, Hengrave Hall won’t disappoint giving any couple and their guests a phenomenal experience on their wedding day.

The Sancroft Barns

Nestled in the Suffolk Countryside, The Sancroft Barns has that historical, family-owned appeal that makes it a favourite for couples looking for a rustic, laid back experience for their wedding day.  300 acres of beautiful grounds gives you a wealth of options for your ceremony. From their beautiful barn, complete with original beams and brickwork, to the open fronted ‘Wed Shed’ to the woodland grounds, whatever the weather, you will have a ceremony to delight.  The marquee next to the barn gives added cover and there’s plenty of room, indoors and out, to spread out and enjoy the surroundings on your special day.

Wellington Wood

If you are looking for a woodland, outdoor venue then Wellington Wood in Norfolk might be the place for you.  Beautifully appointed with huge teepees providing cover and wonderful woodland for your open-air ceremony, owners Vicky and Paul will make sure you have the day of your dreams!  The atmosphere here is magical.  The grounds allow you to have a relaxed, stress-free day with stunning backdrops for your photographs.  You will be very well looked after, and you and your guests will love every minute of your day!

College Farm

College Farm is a family run farmhouse, B&B, self-catering cottage and a standout wedding venue also situated in Norfolk.  With llamas in the neighbouring field, chickens on the lawn and a warm, welcoming barn to cater for its weddings each year, you will enjoy a bucolic, rural idyll for your special day.  Owners Richard and Katharine can trace their family roots in the area back to the 1300s.  True history and a wonderful, family feel for your big day.  Just what you would expect for a ceremony that highlights the beauty of the wider area.

Branches Park

A huge estate hidden in the Suffolk Countryside, Branches Park is being fully restored to its original glory. It provides a memorable experience for those who choose it as their wonderful wedding venue.  From its website you’ll read that their ‘alfresco ceremonies’ are conducted ‘in the Breeze House overlooking the water’. ‘Enjoy pre-party cocktails under the courtyard arches and moonlit dancing in the shadows of ancient oak trees.’   All of their experiences are fully bespoke, catering to each couple, making the occasion truly special and unique.  Travelling through picture postcard villages to arrive, you’ll feel that you’ve landed in a dream on your wedding day.  You’ll love it!  And with a celebrant-led wedding ceremony meaning you have no restrictions on the day, you can tailor your event in whichever way you wish!

Graduate Hotel

In Cambridge City Centre, with that wealth of amazing history on your doorstep, your wedding day will be filled with special moments, amazing memories and a ceremony never to forget.  If Cambridge is a city that holds special memories for you, or a city you’ve always wanted to visit and one that you know will give your guests an amazing experience, then The Graduate is for you!  A beautiful hotel with grounds that back onto the famous Cam river, its rooms are inspired by Cambridge’s local history and university icons.  Imagine your glorious wedding ceremony with a backdrop of punts floating along behind on the Cam – one of the most beautiful sights the world has to offer! 

The Athenaeum

Historical Bury St Edmunds is the backdrop to this stunning, Georgian, Grade 1 listed building.  The elegant assembly rooms were founded in the 18^th century. It also boasts a beautiful double staircase inside providing the wedding day entrance of your dreams!  The historic Angel Hotel next door will cater to any of your guests and their high expectations. The Abbey and stunning gardens close-by will delight anyone visiting the region for the first time. The story of the town and its surrounding towns and villages will give any history buff an amazing opportunity to learn about this part of Britain over the centuries.  A wonderful wedding venue and a very special day.

The Old Bridge Hotel

Situated in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, The Old Bridge Hotel is a ‘handsome, ivy-clad 18^th century townhouse hotel.  It sits on the bridge on the banks of the River Great Ouse on the edge of the town centre’.  With lots to see and more to visit in the surrounding area, this is a the venue for you if you want a smaller, more intimate ceremony.

Hintlesham Hall

A luxurious, Grade 1 listed country house hotel built around a magnificent mansion dating back to the 1400s, Hintlesham Hall will give you the grand surroundings you’ll want for your special day.  Great photo opportunities, staff that will look after you from the minute you arrive till the moment you leave, you won’t be in better hands!  One of Suffolk’s finest wedding venues!

Milsoms Kesgrave Hall and The Jockey Club Rooms

A luxury, boutique hotel in Suffolk, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is set in beautiful grounds, offers food to die for, is spacious and well-appointed and offers a comfortable, luxurious, welcoming venue for your wedding day.  What more could you ask for?

The Jockey Club Rooms in historical Newmarket, the home of The UK’s National Horseracing Museum, offers gourmet cuisine and stunning grounds for your special day.  The walls are adorned throughout with equestrian masterpieces; there truly is nowhere else like it!  Soak up the amazing atmosphere inside and take advantage of the beautiful surroundings outside too.  If you love horses, if you love the countryside, if you love great art, great service and great food, then this venue is for you!

Choose the best!

Whatever wedding venue you choose in Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire, these are a taste of what our wonderful region has to offer.  Booking a celebrant-led ceremony will allow you to make the most of the venue with no restrictions.  A fully personalised, unique ceremony, you will have a wonderful event like no other. The stand-out start to your special day.

Message me to find out more and to book your precious date in my calendar.  I can’t wait to hear about your plans, and your favourite venues too!  Let’s begin to put those steps in place to create a wonderful, personalised ceremony for your special day!