Top 10 Wedding Venues Hampshire – Your Inspiration In Finding Your Dream Venue

Hampshire is a ceremonial county in Southeast England. The County is well known for its rolling hills and a belt of chalk crosses the county from north-west to south-east. The history of Hampshire dates back to Roman England. During World War I and II, Hampshire played a crucial military role due to its ports. From picturesque towns and rural countryside areas, there are plenty of wedding venues Hampshire to choose from.

The Hawk Conservancy Trust

The Hawk Conservancy Trust is an award-winning conservation charity, located in the stunning Test Valley countryside. With 22 acres of beautiful woodlands as well as birds of prey to see, it really is a truly unique venue to host your special day, and perfect for couples who love wildlife. There are lots of spaces to choose from for your ceremony, including both inside and outside. There is even the option to have close encounters with owls, eagles and more.

Oakley Hall Hotel

Dating back to 1795, Oakley Hall Hotel is a beautiful Georgian manor house and boasts one of the largest event spaces in Hampshire. This venue has 50 bedrooms, two AA rosette restaurants and is set amongst 315 acres of scenic countryside. If you are looking for a romantic, elegant venue with plenty of character and charm, then this is a perfect venue for you. It is perfect for larger weddings and can accommodate up to 160 guests and host 350 for breakfast.

Sandford Springs Hotel & Golf Club

Set within the beautiful countryside and rolling hills of Watership Down in Hampshire, this venue offers panoramic views of the countryside, providing a stunning backdrop for a wedding. Sandford Springs is a unique wedding venue and can accommodate up to 100 guests and has 40 bedrooms in their 4-star hotel. They have a range of spaces available and can offer intimate wedding celebrations, with views of the golf course from the clock house.

Careys Manor Hotel

This beautiful venue is a four-star, luxury Victorian house situated in the picturesque village of Brockenhurst, in the New Forest. As well as being a beautiful wedding venue, it is also a spa hotel with elegance and charm. Their Cedar Garden offers a unique and tranquil space for your ceremony and will allow you to say ‘I Do’ amongst beautiful flowers and floral scents.

Leith’s at Beaulieu

Situated within 7000 acres, in the heart of the New Forest, is the Beaulieu estate. The Domus is one of the original buildings from the 13th century abbey and is licensed for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The Victorian Gardens provide the perfect backdrop for your photos. This venue is available for exclusive use and can accommodate up to 135 guests.

Aviator

This is a luxury wedding venue based in Farnborough, Hampshire, offering a range of spaces for your wedding. The 2000 sq ft Sky Lounge is located on the fourth floor and offers stunning views of Farnborough Airport. The hotel has 169 bedrooms and is set within 7 acres of land. This is a unique and modern venue, and perfect for those who have an interest in aviation, with sleek contours inspired by the shape of a propeller.

Esseborne Manor

Esseborne Manor is a beautiful country house built in the 1890’s and is a perfect country wedding venue. With over 20 years’ experience of hosting weddings, you can be sure that your wedding day will run smoothly. There are options for both intimate and larger weddings, and weddings can be held on any day of the week, offering couples flexibility.

Test Valley Golf Club

Located within 136 acres of picturesque countryside, Test Valley Golf Club is an ideal wedding venue for not only golf lovers, but for people looking for an idyllic setting. With views over the golf course, this venue is the perfect venue. They have a variety of spaces including the marquee-style sunroom, a large function space with a south facing patio. They have the flexibility to host both intimate and larger weddings.

Crowne Plaza Basingstoke

Located a short distance from Basingstoke railway station, and 40 minutes from Heathrow, the Crowne Plaza Basingstoke offers a contemporary wedding venue. Their head chef offers a choice of menus and flexibility, allowing you to create the wedding menu of your dreams. This venue offers exclusive use and can accommodate up to 150 guests.

Holiday Inn Fareham

Located between Southampton and Portsmouth the Holiday Inn Fareham is a great venue for weddings, and offers seven function rooms that can accommodate intimate weddings, or larger weddings of up to 140 guests.

There are lots of beautiful wedding venues Hampshire to choose and we hope this blog has given you some inspiration to help you find your dream wedding venue, whether it is for an intimate or larger wedding, Hampshire has plenty to offer. If you are looking for more wedding inspiration, head over to For Better For Worse to read our other blogs.