25 Best Cornwall Wedding Venues
A couple's guide to 25 fantastic wedding venues in Cornwall
(Updated for 2024)
Are you planning a wedding in Cornwall and looking for a wedding venue? Look no further, here is a curated list of the 25 best wedding venues in Cornwall,
Cornwall has a lot to offer for wedding venues. From farms to beach side venues, manor houses to luxury estates, it has it all. For the last ten years I've worked as a wedding photographer in the South West. I spend half of my wedding season in Cornwall and I've worked at more than one hundred Cornwall wedding venues. This is a guide compiled of real weddings I've photographed myself, including wedding galleries, plus some helpful information for those looking to make the best of getting married in Cornwall.
Table Of Contents
- What are the best Cornwall wedding venues by the beach?
- What are the best rustic wedding venues in Cornwall?
- What are the best indoor wedding venues in Cornwall?
- What are the best barn wedding venues in Cornwall?
- What are the best outside wedding venues in Cornwall?
- Tips for getting married in Cornwall
Best Beach Wedding Venues in Cornwall
1. Lusty Glaze
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Lusty Glaze is known for spectacular sunsets, secluded coves, an informal yet atmospheric venue for your big day. It's the only place you can marry on the beach in Cornwall. What's especially great is your wedding can be built around your plans, fancy a bbq for the wedding breakfast? Go ahead! The beach is used by the public, however it can be reserved just for the wedding party itself. A consideration is access, if everyone can handle the cliff steps (the only way down) then you're in for a fantastic day!
Carbis Bay Hotel has a lot to offer couples planning a Cornwall wedding. Sat right alongside the stunning beach the hotel has multiple ceremony room options and great accommodation for guests to stay. With the Godrevy Room, the Wedding Hut, Gannet Inn and the beach itself it may be the most versatile choice for couples planning their big day. The reception room is bright and welcoming, perfect for a summer wedding.
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Driftwood Spars is a wedding venue that provides a 'local feel'. It's a unique coastal wedding venue, offering stunning sea views and a relaxed, rustic atmosphere. It combines an historic inn with modern amenities. The venue also features locally sourced food, award-winning ales, and accommodation for guests. Driftwood Spars is ideal for couples seeking a laid-back yet picturesque wedding by the Cornish coast.
4. Polhawn Fort
Maybe the most interesting and 'out there' venue on the list is Polhawn Fort. Where the land meets the sea is an historic fort that has become one of Cornwall's most unique wedding venues. It's cliff-top wedding venue offering stunning panoramic sea views and a private beach. Couples can enjoy exclusive use of the fort, including its beautiful gardens and spacious reception rooms. The venue accommodates up to 120 guests, with on-site accommodation for up to 20. Polhawn Fort offers a blend of historical charm and natural beauty, ideal for couples seeking a dramatic coastal backdrop for their wedding.
Part of the Cape Cornwall Golf Club this venue offers stunning views of the Cornish Coast. An unpretentious venue that allows couples to get unique portraits along the coast line. It provides an intimate and scenic setting for weddings, ideal for couples seeking a natural, outdoor atmosphere. The venue offers exclusive use and also includes local cuisine and accommodation, making it a charming choice for a relaxed yet beautiful Cornish wedding.
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Best Rustic Wedding Venues in Cornwall
1. Prussia Cove
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If you’re looking for a true Cornish rustic coastal experience, with the benefit of private hire, you need look no further than Prussia Cove. Also known as Porth en Alls, up to to 33 guests can stay on the onsite accommodation, enjoy an outside courtyard ceremony and hold their wedding reception in the marquee overlooking the sea. It's a blank canvas for couples to apply their own style and provide travelling guests a fantastic place to stay and enjoy the true Cornwall.
View more Chypraze Farm weddings
Also known as the Cornish Wedding Barn Chypraze Farm is a true rustic wedding venue found on the cliffs of North Cornwall. It's an eco-friendly wedding venue with a working organic farm. It offers a rural atmosphere with stunning sea views and barn for ceremonies and receptions. The farm provides locally sourced food and couples can enjoy exclusive use of the venue. With its laid-back charm and commitment to sustainability, Chypraze Farm is ideal for couples seeking a natural wedding able to hold up to 80 guests for the day.
Boconnion is a luxury wedding venue with a rustic touch. It's an exclusive use estate with 150 acres of countryside. It features a Georgian manor house and has onsite accommodation available, with space for up to 30 guests to stay. The estate includes a selection of ceremony locations, both indoors and outdoors, including a barn and picturesque gardens.
4. Tregedna
Just a stones throw from Maenporth Beach, Tregedna Farm offers a relaxed and rustic countryside wedding venue, set amidst beautiful fields. It provides a charming barn for receptions and ample outdoor space for marquee weddings. The venue offers on-site camping and basic accommodations for guests, making it ideal for couples seeking a laid-back, DIY-style wedding in a scenic natural setting. It has the capacity to hold up to 100 days guests, with some great suppliers working at the venue.
5. The Cow Shed
The name says it all, a true rustic wedding venue. Situated in East Cornwall, with an 18th century famrhouse, the Cow Shed is focused on creating bespoke weddings. It features a charming converted barn for ceremonies and receptions, along with outdoor spaces ideal for alfresco dining or celebrations. The venue provides flexibility with options for marquee setups and a laid-back DIY vibe. Surrounded by stunning countryside, The Cow Shed offers a blend of rural charm and a cozy, informal setting for weddings.
Best Indoor Wedding Venues in Cornwall
View more Launcells Barton weddings
Whether you are planning a civil or a church wedding ceremony, Launcells Barton offers up multiple settings to make your big day even more special. Situated near Bude, it's available for exclusive hire and can hold 200 guests. Despite being easy to access it feels totally secluded and surrounded by stunning landscapes. The owners, Lara and Matthew, have done an amazing job in renovating the barns. So much so they got married there themselves! the team do a great job of running the day, creating a relaxed atmosphere to the whole event.
View more Trevibban Mill weddings
Maybe the most modern feel to all the venues featured here, Trevibban Mill provides a great balance of vineyard views and modern facilities with guests enjoying the amazing barn, and of course fantastic wine. Couples can hold ceremonies in the rustic barn or outdoors among the vines. With its relaxed atmosphere, scenic surroundings, and local food offerings, Trivabban Mill is perfect for couples looking for a charming, countryside wedding with a vineyard backdrop.
View more Mount Edgcumbe weddings
Just on the edge of Cornwall, over looking Plymouth Sound, is superb wedding venue with more than 600 years worth of history. With beautiful grounds, and a nearby modern orangery, it provides great value and flexibility. Couples can choose from various ceremony locations, including the historic Orangery and the picturesque gardens. With its elegant setting and rich history Mount Edgcumbe is perfect for couples seeking a charming atmosphere for their special day.
4. Eden Project
Bringing the outside inside, the Eden Project is a wedding venue unlike any other. Providing the Mediterranean feel for couples getting married in Cornwall it's a truly unique option for couples searching the something different. Eden can hold up to 150 guests, with options for both indoor and outdoor settings. The venue is known for its sustainable practices and catering featuring locally sourced ingredients, making it ideal for environmentally conscious couples. The combination of natural beauty and innovative architecture makes the Eden Project a memorable location for a wedding celebration.
A stunning house and estate found near Redruth, Scorrier House provides more than 400 acres of historical parklands. For couples looking for a sophisticated feel for a larger, up to 160 people, wedding. The venue offers exclusive use, allowing couples to enjoy a personalised experience, and features elegant decor and landscaped grounds perfect for photography. With a focus on creating memorable celebrations, Scorrier House is ideal for couples seeking a romantic and picturesque setting for their wedding.
Best Barn Wedding Venues in Cornwall
View more Nancarrow Farm weddings
Tucked away in the Cornish countryside, near Truro, you'll find Nancarrow Farm. The farm is an atmospheric venue in all seasons. In the spring, summer and autumn the courtyard is filled with the colours and scents of flowers and herbs; guests can relax on picnic blankets on the lawns, or find a shady spot next to the idyllic millpond. In winter, a large wood burner in the Oak Barn adds warmth and atmosphere, whilst gentle lighting creates a magical feel. Throughout the year, our wood-fired kitchen and outdoor fireplace add to the atmosphere. With 5 converted barns it can seat between 75 & 130 guests, and everyone loves the food from the award winning kitchen.
View more Trevenna Barns weddings
With indoor and outside ceremony options, in a picturesque garden estate, Trevenna Barns is a fantastic Cornish barn wedding venue. With a proven track record of many happy couples over the years it has the reputation of delivering great food and has the availability to hold 160 guests.
Located in the heart of Cornwall you'll find a relaxed luxury barn wedding venue called The Green. With accommodation on site and plenty of gardens to explore The Green should be high on the list for those searching for a barn style wedding.
Winner of the Cornwall Tourism Award, Pengelly is the most modren barn on this list. With a luxury feel throughout you can get lost in the field of wildflowers. The Barn at Pengelly is a charming and rustic venue accommodating up to 120 guests. Set in a picturesque countryside location, it features a beautifully restored barn with exposed beams and modern amenities, perfect for both ceremonies and receptions. The venue offers a relaxed atmosphere with exclusive use,
With onsite cottage accommodation and a converted barn, Stennack Farm offer three ceremony locations for weddings between 20-150 guests in attendance. It features a beautifully restored barn for ceremonies and receptions, surrounded by breathtaking rural scenery.
Best outdoor Wedding Venues in Cornwall
View more Caerhays Estate weddings
Caerhays Estate is a vast and beautiful wedding venue near St Austell, Cornwall. This particular wedding I photographed was at Beach Meadow which overlooks Porthluney Cove. For couples looking for big weddings, Caerhays can hold 250 guests. With a great wedding team in place, and amazing Cornish coast as your back drop, couples get to pick their favourite suppliers and create their own wedding in their own way. If not local to the area a lot of couples utilise The Vean. A great accommodation choice, and for bridal preparations, to get the day started right.
View more Lamorran Gardens weddings
With varying pricing options for up to 30 guests Lamorran Gardens is the perfect choice for couples in search for an elopement style wedding that provides a ceremony location unlike anything else you'll find in Cornwall.
View more Restronguet Barton weddings
Restronguet offers couples the choice of two field sites to house a wonderful marquee that overlooks Falmouth estuary. A great choice for those wanting a large site, seclusion and great views. Restonguet Barton is located on a working farm, accommodating up to 150 guests.
A stunning outdoor wedding venue with an intimate feel. Along the Cornish coast Tredudwell gives couples a black canvas to create their own day, and with such beautiful grounds you're off to a superb start. A exquisite wedding venue set within a 600-acre estate, accommodating up to 220 guests. This 18th-century country house offers exclusive use of its luxurious Pavilion and stunning gardens, providing a picturesque backdrop for ceremonies and receptions.
5. Pentillie
Pentillie Castle is a luxurious wedding venue set on a private estate, accommodating up to 200 guests. This stunning castle features elegant indoor and outdoor spaces, including beautiful gardens and a picturesque riverside setting. Couples can enjoy exclusive use of the castle and its grounds. With its rich history and breathtaking views, Pentillie Castle provides a fairy-tale backdrop for any wedding celebration.
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