We’re thrilled to share the happy news that English Wedding member Chapel House Estate has been named Wedding Venue of the Year at the prestigious Beautiful South Tourism Awards.

All images in this article are by Charlene Webb Photography. Full supplier credits in our Chapel House wedding photoshoot

Taking home the gold accolade in the awards, Chapel House Estate took home the gold award for Wedding Venue of the Year and was commended for being an ‘essential and exquisite destination wedding venue’.

This blog is just for fun: a list of the most instagrammed wedding venues in the UK! See if your wedding venue is on the list!


Picture exchanging your vows against the backdrop of breathtaking autumnal foliage, or saying ‘I do’ amidst a countryside blanketed in snow. Autumn and winter weddings hold a unique allure that brings an enchanting and magical ambience to one’s special day!


Social media experts at Aura Print scoured social media for the most popular autumn/winter wedding venues nationwide, and tallied Instagram hashtag numbers to reveal which venue stands out as the most memorable for weddings this autumn/winter.

Housel Bay hotel on the Lizard in Cornwall has announced that it is now available to hire for wedding celebrations and revealed its exclusive use wedding packages .

All images by the amazingly talented Toby Lowe Photography. Wedding at Housel Bay Hotel, Cornwall

Starting from this year between October and May, the historic clifftop hotel will now be available for exclusive-use hire for weddings with the launch of its wedding offering.

Housel Bay hotel is Britain’s most southerly hotel, situated in a secluded clifftop location in an AONB, and is in the perfect location for a coastal wedding, offering an uninterrupted backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and Lizard Lighthouse.

A guest blog from English Wedding member Chapel House Estate with images by Fleur Challis


There is so much to think about when starting out on the wedding planning journey. However, picking your wedding venue is one of the most critical aspects of planning your journey.

Your wedding venue sets the tone for your day, so you must ensure it is perfect. With so many choices out there it can therefore be tough to narrow your search, especially if you want to get married in Kent, one of the most sought-after counties in the country, at an outdoor wedding venue. So, if you are planning on getting married in Kent, there are a few other things to consider and keep in mind when choosing your venue.

We’re taking a virtual stroll around Hertfordshire today, discovering some favourite Herts wedding venues with our lovely friend Becky Harley Photography. From mansions to gardens to barns and chic modern spaces, there’s a fabulous choice of places to get married in the county, so join us to discover our faves, and perhaps you’ll find your dream venue (and photographer!) right here!

Coltsfoot Country Retreat

I’ve worked here loads and absolutely love it. Coltsfoot has it all. In 2021 they reopened after some major refurbishment to open up the barn space so it now has high ceilings and exposed beams, letting in loads of light (an unusual feature for barns).