Looking for the perfect place to tie the knot in Manchester? Your special day deserves a spectacular venue that really highlights what a memorable occasion it is. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the most beautiful wedding venues in Manchester, to ensure that everything about your day is as magical as it possibly can be – starting with the location. Whether it’s a romantic spot in which to exchange vows, or a picture-perfect place for your wedding photos, there are multiple moments throughout the day that require a special backdrop.
These beautiful wedding venues in Manchester are everything you deserve and more, with each one guaranteed to take you and your guests’ breath away from first sight. Included in the list are rooftop venues with breath-taking views, historic buildings with a story to tell, as well as enchanting gardens and picturesque courtyards that will transport you to a fairytale land. One even boasts its very own ballroom!
The city of Manchester is well-known for its stunning and varied architecture, and many of its buildings are available to hire for your wedding. Take the University of Manchester, for example. Not just a student hub, you can choose to host your wedding ceremony and reception inside one of its historic, grade II-listed buildings.
We’ve also included a number of wedding venues in the Greater Manchester area for those who wish to make the most of the surrounding British countryside. All are located within a half hour drive of the city centre so they’re easily accessible for your guests. Discover beautiful barns, a cosy wooden lodge and a restored chapel dating back to the 14th century.
You’re sure to fall in love with one of Manchester's most beautiful wedding venues. If you do, simply click the ‘book now’ link to find out more and enquire today.
20 Stories
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What: 20 Stories is a rooftop wedding venue in the heart of Manchester where the views indoors are just as beautiful as the ones out the window. Perched on the 19th floor of No. 1 Spinningfields, this restaurant, bar and terrace boasts stylish blue booths, trailing foliage and double-height windows offering 360-degree views of the city below. Although it’s primed and ready to host a stylish wedding as it is, you can choose to personalise the space with your own decorations and ideas, too. Better still, 20 Stories is licensed to host wedding ceremonies in its private dining room, main restaurant and on the alfresco roof terrace, making it easy to hold the whole day in one place. Both small and large parties are sure to find a set-up to suit here, with options for between 18 and 540 guests.
Where: 1 Hardman Square, M3 3EB
Book now: 20 Stories
The University of Manchester
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What: The University of Manchester is used for more than just studying. Home to a wealth of historic spaces, it also functions as a spectacular wedding venue with options for both intimate ceremonies and large evening celebrations. The team are part of the Hospitality Service’s team based at the university, and on hand to deliver bespoke packages in some of its most beautiful spaces. These include Christie’s Bistro, Whitworth Hall, Whitworth Council Chamber and Manchester Museum. One of the most impressive, in our opinion, is Whitworth Hall, a grade II-listed space steeped in history and grandeur that boasts double-height ceilings, chandeliers, parquet wooden flooring and numerous other grandiose features.
Where: The University of Manchester, M13 9PL
Book now: The University of Manchester
The Royal Toby Hotel
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What: Searching for a wedding venue in Greater Manchester? Located just northwest of the city, The Royal Toby offers a wealth of gorgeous spaces in which to host elegant ceremonies and stunning celebrations with your nearest and dearest. Choose from two beautiful wedding suites for your civil ceremony – either the Study or the refurbished Rhyddings suite – which both offer glittering chandeliers, oak-panelled walls and a cosy but grand feel. Don't miss the beautiful lawned garden outside when it comes to taking killer wedding photos!
Where: Manchester Road, Rochdale, OL11 3HF
Book now: The Royal Toby Hotel
Halle St Peter’s
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What: This central Manchester wedding venue located in the area of Ancoats is a spot that’s sure to impress. The building itself was originally built in 1858, while high ceilings and original features pay homage to its rich history. Having undergone a multi-million-pound refurbishment, this deconsecrated grade II-listed church is now a dedicated events venue for occasions to remember. Revel in the natural grandeur of the building, or choose to add your own personal touches with a distinct colour scheme or floral displays. This wedding venue is best suited to larger parties, although it is able to host anything between 50 and 250 guests.
Where: 40 Blossom Street, M4 6BF
Book now: Halle St Peter's
Stock Farm
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What: This beautiful barn wedding venue in the heart of Cheshire’s Tatton Estate is a truly enchanting offering. Discover a plethora of rustic indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the venue, from its beautiful licensed barn to a garden lawn and courtyard. There’s a dressing room for the bride and her maids of honour to get ready in, as well as plenty of places for photo opportunities including the stunning Old Tack Room.
Where: Ashley Road, Cheshire, bWA14 3QF
Book now: Stock Farm
Davyhulme Park Golf Club
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What: The art-deco clubhouse at Davyhulme Park Gold Club is a bright, spacious and versatile room which can be transformed for your special day. Able to comfortably host up to 120 people for a wedding reception, it's a great option for large parties. Our favourite feature, though, is the views, with the entire room surrounded by beautiful landscaped lawns and gardens. We’d recommend this venue for a summer wedding, when you can really make the most of its outdoor spaces.
Where: Gleneagles Road, Greater Manchester, M41 8SA
Book now: Davyhulme Park Golf Club
The Bowdon Rooms
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What: Whether you’re planning a grand wedding for over a hundred guests, or would rather stick to a more intimate affair, every wedding is treated with the respect it deserves at The Bowdon Rooms. This stunning period building brings together Edwardian features with modern touches, as well as a team dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences. The Grand Edwardian Ballroom is its largest and most spectacular space, with guests invited to dine and dance beneath its soaring arched ceiling and art-deco chandeliers. Better still, The Bowdon Rooms and grounds are set within some truly beautiful natural spaces, giving you the option to stage your wedding photographs around the area’s stunning locations.
Where: Walkden Road, Worsley, M28 2QT
Book now: The Bowdon Rooms
Chadkirk Chapel
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What: Step back in time at this serene wedding venue, a grade II-listed building surrounded by beautiful gardens and woodland. The carefully-restored 14th-century building is able to host civil ceremonies for up to 80 guests, with couples invited to tie the knot beneath its historic beamed ceiling. If you’d like to host your wedding breakfast and evening reception on site too, the team are able to organise a marquee or tipi on its perfectly-pruned lawn for you.
Where: Vale Road, Stockport, SK6 3LB
Book now: Chadkirk Chapel
Worsley Park
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What: Nestled within 200 acres of scenic woodland, Worsley Park is located a little way out of Manchester (about a half hour drive) but is worth the journey just to have the stunning British countryside as your backdrop. This flexible space is able to host up to 220 of your nearest and dearest, while bespoke menus and packages are on offer to ensure the day is exactly as you dreamed. Celebrations take place in the spacious and contemporary Worsley Suite, which offers direct access to a stunning open-air courtyard perfect for a Champagne reception before or after the ceremony.
Where: Walkden Road, Worsley, M28 2QT
Book now: Worsley Park
Styal Lodge
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What: This family-run wedding venue in the National Trust village of Styal finds its home in the beautiful Cheshire countryside, just south of Manchester. Yours exclusively for the day, couples are invited to tie the knot and celebrate with friends and family within its romantic wooden spaces. We’re particularly taken by its stunning private gardens and secluded lake, which offer a picturesque backdrop for wedding photos. While indoors, grand wooden beams and columns create a cosy winter lodge feel that’s sure to make your wedding day memorable.
Where: Station Road, SK9 4JN
Book now: Styal Lodge
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