10 Most Unique Wedding Venues in Somerset.
Are you on the hunt for a unique wedding venue in Somerset? If so, then stick around. As a wedding photographer, I find that couples are spoilt for choice when it comes to wedding venues in the county, however choosing one is another matter! With complete honesty, I have not shot at every wedding venue I have listed, but they are either on my dream list, or they are venues that I have attended as a guest, or they are venues that I find so unique I just had to include them (with of course with the hopes of working at them one day too). As a wedding photographer in Somerset, I hope you find this list of any use and I will look to update this blog as I get to photograph at each venue more in the future. With that being said, here are my 10 most unique Somerset wedding venues:
Haselbury Mill -
With a wedding booked here in 2025, Haselbury Mill embodies rustic elegance amidst serene countryside landscapes. With its historic mill buildings and charming surroundings, it offers couples a romantic setting for their special day, perfect for those seeking a blend of history and natural beauty. Haselbury Mill, funnily enough, is where my wife and I got married in 2017, so there is probably a little bit of a bias here for the first venue listed on this blog.
Priston Mill -
With two weddings booked here this year (2024), Priston Mill seamlessly combines historic character with contemporary style, nestled against the backdrop of rolling Somerset hills. Couples can expect a venue that exudes sophistication and tradition, making it an ideal choice for a wedding that effortlessly blends the old with the new. I look forward to updating this blog with my own imagery once I have photographed at Priston Mill later this year.
Glastonbury Wedding & Events Venue -
Reflecting the mystical essence of its namesake town, Glastonbury Wedding and Events Venue enchants couples with its magical gardens and panoramic views. Here, amidst enchanting surroundings, couples can create a wedding imbued with a sense of wonder and mystique. With one wedding shot at this venue last year (pictures below) and another wedding this year (2024), I absolutely love how unique and peaceful this wedding venue really is.
VISIT - Glastonbury Wedding & Events Venue
Wick Farm -
With a booking in 2025, Wick Farm radiates rustic charm with its restored 14th-century barn and tranquil surroundings. Couples seeking a quintessential countryside wedding will find the idyllic setting they desire, surrounded by picturesque vistas and timeless beauty. I just really wish I had a booking sooner, as I loved being a guest at this idyllic venue.
Bishops Palace Weddings & Events -
Bishops Palace Wedding and Events offers couples a majestic backdrop steeped in medieval grandeur and stunning gardens. With its historic charm and fairy tale-like ambiance, it provides the perfect setting for couples dreaming of a timeless and elegant wedding celebration. It’s magical gardens that is overlooked by Wells Cathedral simply makes for the most amazing couple’s photos and I cannot wait to be back at Bishops Palace Wedding and Events later this year.
VISIT - Bishops Palace Weddings & Events
Quantock Lakes -
Nestled amidst rolling hills and serene lakeside vistas, Quantock Lakes offers couples a tranquil escape for their special day. Here, surrounded by natural beauty and breath-taking views, couples can exchange vows in a setting that feels both serene and enchanting. I cannot wait for 2025 and the booking I have at Quantock Lakes, and I am ever hopeful of something at this unique venue beforehand.
St. Audries Park -
St. Audries combines coastal beauty with country elegance, providing couples with sweeping sea views and manicured gardens. With its serene atmosphere and picturesque surroundings, it offers couples a romantic and idyllic setting to say "I do." I simply cannot wait to get a booking at this simply stunning venue and in particular to photograph a magical ceremony in the Orangery. This bucket list venue definitely needs ticking off soon!
Old Oak Farm Wedding Venue -
Old Oak Farm Wedding Venue exudes rustic romance with its charming barn and lush meadows. Couples seeking a laid-back yet picturesque setting for their celebration will find it here, amidst the tranquil countryside and timeless allure of the farm. I absolutely loved being a guest at Old Oak Farm, with its mix of rustic and modern styling and I’d simply love to photograph a wedding at the venue soon.
VISIT - Old Oak Farm Wedding Venue
Clevedon Hall -
Clevedon Hall showcases timeless elegance with its grand Victorian mansion and manicured grounds. Here, couples can expect a wedding venue that exudes opulence and refinement, providing a sense of grandeur and sophistication for their special day. With exclusivity to the whole house and it’s stunning gardens, Clevedon Hall is unlike many other venues.
Pennard House -
Pennard House captivates with its Georgian splendour and enchanting gardens, offering couples a blend of historic charm and natural beauty. With its picturesque setting and elegant ambiance, it provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable wedding experience filled with romance and grace. It really grates on me that this elegant wedding venue sits literally just down the road from me, however as an establishing wedding photographer, sometimes it takes time to get a booking at such venues. One day it will happen!
Thank you if you have made it this far and that you have found it useful. This blog will always be a work in progress and I really look forward to updating it as I go. There may even be room for change to this list, as I have some very unique venues that I am grateful to be photographing at this year, these venues include:
If you’d like to discuss your big day at either one of the above venues listed, please do feel free to get in touch via the button below. All the best,
James
