The Ultimate Guide to Leicestershire Weddings (Near Rutland)
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Leicestershire may be known for its rolling countryside and heritage estates, but for engaged couples in Rutland and Stamford, it also offers a beautiful range of refined, high-quality wedding venues—each with its own charm and floral potential.
Whether you’re dreaming of a garden-inspired marquee wedding, a classic stately home, or something more modern with countryside views, Leicestershire’s top venues are all within easy reach of Rutland and full of design potential. Here’s our expert guide to the very best options for couples who care about setting, style, and flowers that reflect the season.
Location: Near Loughborough (approx. 45 minutes from Oakham)
Style: Grand Country House, Classic Elegance
Best for: Timeless celebrations with full-service planning
Prestwold Hall is one of the region’s most prestigious wedding venues. With its grand architecture, elegant reception rooms, and stunning gardens, it offers a true sense of occasion without feeling overwhelming.
Florist’s Tip: We love designing classic urns and mantelpiece installations here. The house works beautifully with white and green palettes, soft blushes, or even deeper tones for autumn weddings.
Location: Near Tugby (approx. 20 minutes from Uppingham)
Style: Countryside, Marquee, Private Estate
Best for: Marquee weddings with stunning rural views
Keythorpe Manor is a privately-owned estate offering panoramic views and a permanent marquee setup with heating, chandeliers, and an adjacent ceremony room. It’s perfect for couples wanting an elegant countryside wedding with flexible layout options.
Florist’s Tip: The marquee is a dream blank canvas. Ceiling installations, foliage draping, and colourful table florals really bring the space to life, especially when using seasonal British-grown blooms.
Location: Near Loughborough (approx. 50 minutes from Oakham)
Style: Romantic Gardens, Boho Teepee or Marquee Weddings
Best for: Outdoor-loving couples who want to be surrounded by nature
Set in 15 acres of gardens and woodland, Whatton House offers exclusive use and the option to hire a marquee or tipi for your celebration. It’s beautifully secluded, relaxed, and naturally floral in feel.
Florist’s Tip: Garden-style designs shine here—soft, seasonal arrangements that blend into the landscape, hand-tied bouquets, bud vases on long tables, and informal arches to define the outdoor ceremony space.
Location: Near Melton Mowbray (approx. 25 minutes from Oakham)
Style: Luxury Country Hotel, Grand Interiors
Best for: Large, luxurious weddings with a traditional English feel
Stapleford Park is one of Leicestershire’s most opulent venues, with formal gardens, wood-panelled halls, and plenty of space for large-scale weddings. It also offers onsite accommodation and spa facilities—perfect for wedding weekends.
Florist’s Tip: Tall floral centrepieces, romantic staircase garlands, and classical urns filled with roses and seasonal foliage suit the space perfectly.
Location: Near Market Harborough (approx. 45 minutes from Oakham)
Style: Versatile—choose between heritage or woodland luxury
Best for: Couples wanting either a classic or nature-led setting
Hothorpe offers two distinct venue options: the elegant Georgian manor house or the eco-luxe Woodlands venue set amongst trees with a glass-fronted lodge and outdoor ceremony space.
Florist’s Tip:
For the Hall: go classic with elegant florals, refined palettes and symmetrical styling.
For the Woodlands: embrace texture, seasonal foliage, and whimsical touches like moss, dried elements or foraged materials.
Location: On the Prestwold Estate (approx. 45 minutes from Oakham)
Style: Converted Barn with a Cool, Modern Edge
Best for: Stylish couples seeking a laid-back yet design-led venue
This newly restored barn venue offers character in spades—rustic timber beams, contemporary finishes, and an outdoor courtyard perfect for mingling. The Prestwold Estate gardens are also available for photos.
Florist’s Tip: Think wildflower-inspired styling with meadowy textures, hanging installations, and a less formal feel—perfect for spring and summer weddings.
Tips for Planning a Leicestershire Wedding (Near Rutland)
Stay local but flexible
All of these venues are within a comfortable drive of Rutland and Stamford, making them great for couples with guests in both counties or those looking for a “just over the border” feel.
Floral flexibility is key
Marquee venues like Keythorpe or Whatton offer complete freedom for large-scale installations, while heritage venues like Prestwold or Stapleford shine with classically structured florals.
Visit with your florist in mind
If you already know you want statement flowers or a specific style, choose a venue that gives your florist the space (and time) to bring that vision to life—especially when it comes to rigging, access, and seasonal displays.
Let Your Leicestershire Wedding Bloom
Wherever you choose to say “I do”—be it under a flower-draped marquee, in a romantic walled garden, or beneath the grand ceilings of a Georgian manor—Leicestershire offers unforgettable backdrops and floral potential at every turn.
At Rutland Florals, we specialise in wedding flowers that reflect the season, the setting, and your unique story. Whether your venue is five minutes down the road or just across the Rutland border, we’d love to help you bring it to life with flowers that feel natural, considered, and beautiful.
Enquire to start your floral journey.
