Lake District Wedding Venues
The Lake District is home to some of the most beautiful wedding venues in the UK, but choosing the right one is about more than just the view. It is about how the day feels, how the light works, and how easily everything flows from one part of the day to the next.
I’ve photographed weddings across the Lake District for years, so the venues below are not just a list of places to get married. They are venues I know from real wedding days, with spaces that work well for relaxed, natural photography and celebrations that do not feel rushed or overly staged.
If you are still looking for a photographer for your day, you can explore my relaxed, natural Lake District wedding photography and see how I approach weddings across the region.
Storrs Hall Wedding Venue
Storrs Hall is a lakeside wedding venue on the shores of Windermere.
Storrs Hall sits on the shores of Windermere and is one of the most beautiful lakeside wedding venues in the Lake District. With elegant interiors, landscaped gardens and uninterrupted views across the water, it offers a relaxed and romantic setting for weddings throughout the year.
The lakeside lawn is particularly popular for ceremonies and drinks receptions, while the surrounding grounds provide plenty of opportunities for natural wedding photography with the lake and mountains as a backdrop.
Read the full Storrs Hall wedding venue guide
Inn on the Lake Wedding Venue
Inn on the Lake is a scenic lakeside wedding venue on the shores of Ullswater.
Inn on the Lake sits on the shores of Ullswater and offers one of the most scenic ceremony locations in the Lake District. With its lakeside lawn, private jetty and dramatic mountain backdrop, it provides a spectacular setting for weddings throughout the year.
The outdoor ceremony area and surrounding grounds make it particularly well suited to couples who want to celebrate beside the water while enjoying the natural beauty of the Lake District.
Read the full guide to Inn on the Lake weddings
The Gilpin Hotel and Lake House
The Gilpin Hotel and Lake House is a luxury wedding venue near Windermere.
The Gilpin Hotel and Lake House is one of the most luxurious wedding venues in the Lake District. The estate combines elegant accommodation, beautiful grounds and exceptional food, making it a popular choice for couples planning a more intimate and refined wedding.
The Lake House sits within its own private grounds and can be booked exclusively, offering couples privacy as well as access to woodland, gardens and lakeside views that work beautifully for wedding photography.
Read the full guide to The Gilpin Hotel and Lake House weddings
Linthwaite House
Linthwaite House is a luxury wedding venue overlooking Windermere.
Linthwaite House sits high above Windermere and offers some of the most spectacular views of any wedding venue in the Lake District. The hotel combines elegant interiors with beautiful terraces and gardens that overlook the lake and surrounding fells.
The outdoor spaces are particularly popular for drinks receptions and portraits, giving couples a relaxed setting with incredible scenery only a short distance from the main house.
Read the full guide to Linthwaite House weddings
Cragwood Hotel
Cragwood Hotel is a relaxed lakeside wedding venue overlooking Windermere.
Cragwood Hotel sits in beautifully landscaped gardens overlooking Windermere and is a popular choice for couples looking for a relaxed lakeside wedding venue. The house itself has a classic country feel, while the surrounding grounds provide wonderful views across the lake.
The gardens are ideal for drinks receptions and portraits, and the terrace offers one of the most scenic backdrops for wedding photography in the Lake District.
Read the full guide to Cragwood Hotel weddings
Merewood Hotel
Merewood Hotel is a historic country house wedding venue above Windermere.
Merewood Hotel is a grand country house overlooking Windermere and offers a classic Lake District wedding setting. Surrounded by woodland and landscaped gardens, it provides a peaceful atmosphere while still being close to Bowness and Ambleside.
The terrace and gardens offer beautiful views across the lake, making them popular spots for drinks receptions and portraits throughout the day.
Read the full guide to Merewood Hotel weddings
Lindeth Howe
Lindeth Howe is an elegant country house wedding venue near Windermere.
Lindeth Howe is a charming country house hotel set in peaceful gardens overlooking Windermere. The venue offers a relaxed and intimate setting for weddings, with elegant interiors and beautiful outdoor spaces for guests to enjoy.
The surrounding gardens and nearby viewpoints provide lovely opportunities for wedding photography, while the quieter setting gives couples a more private atmosphere for their day.
Read the full guide to Lindeth Howe weddings
Lakeside Hotel
Lakeside Hotel is a lakeside wedding venue on the southern shore of Lake Windermere near Newby Bridge.
Set right on the water, it offers a relaxed and scenic setting with lake views, gardens, terraces and elegant indoor spaces all within easy reach. It’s a great option for couples who want a wedding that feels natural and easy without needing to travel between locations.
From a photography point of view, everything being close together makes a big difference. You can have beautiful portraits by the lake, relaxed family photographs and natural moments throughout the day without it ever feeling like a photoshoot.
Read the full guide to Lakeside Hotel weddings
Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa
Lodore Falls is one of the most distinctive wedding venues in the Lake District. Set near Derwentwater just outside Keswick, it offers couples a mix of dramatic scenery, woodland, open views and the famous waterfall all within easy reach. It works especially well for couples who want a wedding that feels relaxed while still making the most of the landscape.
From a photography point of view, Lodore Falls gives you plenty of variety without needing to go far. The waterfall, grounds and nearby lakeshore all help create a really strong set of images while keeping the flow of the day nice and easy.
Read the full guide to Lodore Falls weddings
The Wild Boar at Crook
The Wild Boar at Crook is a rustic countryside wedding venue near Windermere.
The Wild Boar at Crook is a traditional country inn surrounded by woodland and rolling countryside. The venue offers a relaxed and characterful setting for couples looking for something a little different from the larger hotels around Windermere.
With its rustic charm, cosy interiors and peaceful location, it works particularly well for smaller weddings and couples who prefer a more informal celebration.
Read the full guide to The Wild Boar at Crook weddings
Eden Wedding Barn
Eden Wedding Barn is a rustic barn wedding venue in Cumbria.
Eden Wedding Barn offers a relaxed countryside setting for couples looking for a rustic wedding venue in Cumbria. Surrounded by open farmland and beautiful landscapes, it provides a peaceful location with plenty of space for celebrations.
The barn itself combines character and simplicity, giving couples a flexible space to create a wedding day that reflects their own style while enjoying the quiet atmosphere of the surrounding countryside.
Read the full guide to Eden Wedding Barn weddings
Holesfoot
Holesfoot is an exclusive country estate wedding venue near the Lake District.
Holesfoot is an elegant country estate set in the rolling countryside on the edge of the Lake District. The house and surrounding grounds offer a beautiful setting for weddings, combining historic character with peaceful rural views.
I had the opportunity to photograph a styled shoot at Holesfoot, which gave me a chance to explore the grounds and see how well the venue works as a backdrop for wedding photography.
Read the full guide to Holesfoot weddings
Planning a Wedding in the Lake District
Choosing the right venue is one of the most important decisions when planning a wedding in the Lake District. Each location offers its own atmosphere, scenery and character, from lakeside hotels overlooking Windermere to secluded country houses surrounded by mountains and woodland.
If you are planning a wedding in the Lake District and want the photography to feel relaxed, natural and not like a photoshoot, you can find out more about my approach on my Lake District wedding photographer page.