6 Reasons to Choose an English Country House Wedding

We may be biased, but we think that country house weddings can be quite incredible. A breath of fresh air set amongst idyllic surroundings, a stately home affair can be the perfect getaway from busy city life, with your closest friends and family by your side. So, if you’re not already convinced, we’ve put together six reasons to choose a country house wedding. From the exclusivity of an exclusive hire venue to the fairytale romance of being married in a venue steeped in history (yes this could include a Bridgerton-style venue for the Daphne and Simon fans amongst us), we’ll be shocked if you haven’t fallen in love with the idea of an English country house wedding by the end of this article… 

Tree lined driveway of English country house.

1. Exclusively Yours

If you’re researching country house wedding venues, you’ll likely find that most venues (Pynes House included) are exclusive use hire. This is where you’ll exclusively rent the venue for the duration of your time there, without the risk of being interrupted by any other events/ restrictions at the venue. 

At Pynes House, you’ll have exclusive use of our extensive gardens, the state rooms and our twelve elegant bedrooms from the moment you check in, until you depart. Your home away from home, we want you to truly experience all that our Devon wedding venue has to offer. Whether you want to hold the ceremony in front of the grand front doors or you’re hoping to have a Sunday morning brunch with your loved ones in the Ballroom, the possibilities are endless. What’s more, you’ll have the freedom to style and decorate the venue as much (or as little) as you want.

2. A Little Extra Help When it Comes to Suppliers

In terms of suppliers, exclusive use venues generally come a list of recommended suppliers, who’ve come to know the venue pretty well over the years. Tried and trusted, these suppliers will have a good idea of what works well, while delivering to the same high standards of the venue. At our country house wedding venue, we’re pleased to partner with award winning wedding caterers, Pickle Shack, who guarantee their availability for all our weddings. We also have a recommended list of our favourite suppliers, who know the ins and outs of our Georgian wedding venue. 

FIND OUT MORE: Get in touch for our recommended supplier brochure

3. The Bridgerton Style Romance that’s Hard to Resist

It’s hard not to fall in love with the playful colours, abundant florals and eccentric luxury of the Regency era. Whether you manage to find a historical venue in the same architectural style as Bridgerton or not (a heads up, we’re lucky enough to have the same Georgian style architecture and trailing wisteria here at Pynes House), most English country house venues will have at least a few aspects of the decadent Bridgerton romance that we know and love. We’ve actually got a blog post dedicated to our favourite ideas for a Bridgerton-inspired wedding – read more here.

READ MORE: Rebecca & Ben’s Romantic Bridgerton Inspired Wedding

4. The Romance of a Wedding Venue Steeped in History 

An English country house wedding venue generally comes hand in hand with some fascinating tales. Whether you choose to say your vows under the opulent ceilings of a state room or to follow the steps of those who’ve danced before you in the grand ballroom, stately homes offer a pretty unique backdrop for a wedding. From Jane Austen to Queen Victoria, our Devon wedding venue has a fascinating history – read more here.

READ MORE: Royal Connections and Literary Associations at Pynes House

5. A Retreat to the Countryside

Another benefit that comes alongside booking a country house wedding venue is that it will likely be situated in the peace and tranquillity of the countryside. Whether you’re coming from the city or elsewhere, escaping to the picturesque rolling hills and green expanses of the countryside for a day (or a wedding weekend) with your closest friends and family can be quite magical. Also, never underestimate how welcome a calming setting can be amongst the busyness of the wedding day. Nestled within Devon’s beautiful Exe Valley, with rolling hills that stretch into the horizon, Pynes House is your home from home. With an air of relaxation that prompts a deep exhale from all who step onto the soil, our stately home venue is the perfect blank canvas to paint as your own.

6. The Photos

We couldn’t conclude this article without talking about the photo opportunities that come alongside a country house venue. The grandeur of a stately home, with its high ceilings, resplendent rooms and plentiful gardens, lends itself oh so very well to beautiful wedding photos. If you’re lucky enough to choose a venue with lush gardens and the weather permits it, you may also get some gorgeous seasonal photos amongst the natural flowers and foliage. 

SEE MORE: The Pynes House Gallery

READ MORE: Abi & Rob’s festive winter wedding

That’s all for now, we hope we’ve managed to convince you about just how magical a country house wedding can be. If you’re interested in learning more about our Devon wedding venue, we’d be delighted to share our knowledge with you – please get in contact with us here. If you’d like to keep updated with our news and real weddings, do follow us on Instagram and Facebook

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Images by Imogen Xiana