Somerset, a county southwest of the United Kingdom, is one of the best places for a local destination wedding. With the pandemic still in full force and your wedding plans already put on hold for far too long, it’s best to explore alternative locations in the countryside. And there is much to look forward to because Somerset offers not just one but several lovely wedding venues to choose from.
Whether you live within the county, nearby or ways off, nothing is impossible with the right team behind your back. Without further adieu, here are 3 of the best places in Somerset, UK where you can exchange marriage vows with your future spouse:
1) Elmhay Park
Perfect for indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies, this expansive 500-acre estate is located in the rural countryside of Frome. It boasts an Orangery and an atmosphere that caters to both intimate and luxurious weddings. Couples and their guests can have their breakfast or luncheon at the estate’s stunning al fresco Italian Garden. Elmhay Park is also home to St. Mary’s Church, otherwise known as The Island Church, where most traditional candlelit ceremonies take place. A bigger church, All Saints Church, sits right outside the estate should you prefer to hold a church wedding with more than a hundred guests coming (St. Mary’s capacity does not exceed a hundred).
2) Old Oak Farm
While some couples like to keep it traditional, others have a taste for the fun and quirky. If you and your soon-to-be-spouse belong to the latter category, then you would be having the time of your lives saying “I do” and partying with friends and family in a vast farmland in Langport, Somerset. The good thing about the Old Oak Farm besides its picturesque landscape and spaces aplenty is having exclusive access to the grounds all throughout the weekend. You and your partner have full control over your wedding arrangements but you can always reach out to the farm’s staff for assistance; they can help you with planning and sourcing matters. A large vintage style pole marquee will be provided, adjusted to fit the size of your guests.
3) Orchardleigh Estate
By far one of the most popular wedding destinations in Frome, Orchardleigh is everything you’re looking for in a wedding venue. The estate is the perfect mix of the modern and the traditional, accommodating all kinds of arrangements and preferences. From indoor and outdoor ceremonies to traditional and quirkier wedding setups, anything goes in this stunning family-owned estate, which simply radiates beauty and expansiveness. Couples love Orchardleigh’s three day wedding package, inclusive of food, wine and a coordinator covering up to 80 guests. You can book an Orchardleigh wedding photographer with decades of professional experience to capture the best moments of your most awaited day.
If your preferences gravitate towards a different setting, Somerset has several other lovely wedding venues you might want to consider. The county is teeming with beautiful scenery everywhere you just know it’s one of the best places to be for a traditional or quirky English wedding.
