Planning to have your dream wedding day in Devon but can’t decide on the venue? From big city celebrations to intimate harbour hideaways, we’ve put together some of the best in the county.
CITY
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
Surrounded by the historic Exeter wall, blossom trees and just a stone's throw from the Cathedral where the most stunning pictures are to be had, the Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel is the perfect option for a city centre wedding location.
Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel
Located in the heart of the historic city of Exeter, The Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel sits in an idyllic location opposite Northernhay Gardens. Originally built in the early 1800's, it was transformed into a stunning hotel in 1879, making it one of the city's oldest buildings with many original features still prevalent throughout. With Exeter Central Station situated close by, it’s the perfect central place for friends and family to gather from far and wide to celebrate your big day.
The Devon Hotel
Elegant Georgian surroundings, beautiful function rooms and gorgeous gardens make The Devon Hotel a magical setting for your marriage ceremony and reception. Take your pick from the newly-refurbished Regency Suite (up to 160 guests), The Victoria Suite (up to 70 guests) and The Edwardian Suite (up to 25 guests). You can rely on the experienced team to take care of every detail, so that your big day goes just the way you'd like.
Hotel du Vin Exeter
Formal or informal, glamorous or traditional, Hotel du Vin in Exeter has the dream set up for your wedding day, ensuring the food and drink complement your wedding perfectly. With exquisite private rooms, gorgeous suites and tranquil terraces, HDV is the perfect backdrop as you glide from ceremony to wedding breakfast and beyond, for up to 70 guests.
COASTAL
Watersmeet Hotel
Overlooking Combesgate Beach and North Devon’s rugged coastline with its own private steps down to the sandy beach, Watersmeet Hotel offers a truly romantic setting for a wedding. Whatever the time of year you choose to hold your big day, the magic of Watersmeet will not fail to impress and their stunning locations offers the perfect backdrop for those all-important photographs.
Cary Arms
Nestled in one of Devon’s magnificent bays with its breath-taking views, Cary Arms in South Devon is the picture-perfect backdrop for the most intimate and memorable wedding celebrations. You can get married in either the Saloon or outdoors in their unique glass sphere pod and really take advantage of the setting, with space for anything from 22 to 80 guests.
Hotel Riviera
Whatever your style of wedding, from intimate to larger groups of up to 120 guests, Hotel Riviera in Sidmouth can provide the perfect start to your new life together. Distinctive styling, excellent service and exquisite food combined with views overlooking Lyme Bay and the beach on its doorstep, make Hotel Riviera a truly unique wedding experience.
Salcombe Harbour Hotel
With a wedding suite for up to 80 guests offering unique estuary water views, Salcombe Harbour Hotel is set to become the most sought after wedding venue in the UK. Couples can take their vows against the stunning backdrop of Salcombe Estuary and enjoy a Champagne reception on the private outdoor terrace, along with photos on the water’s edge.
Sidmouth Harbour Hotel
If you’re looking for a seaside wedding venue in East Devon, look no further than the 4 star Sidmouth Harbour Hotel. Take your vows in their beautiful new wedding suite, sip champagne on the private wedding terrace and enjoy breathtaking photos against the dramatic Jurassic coastline.
Langstone Cliff Hotel
Hosting weddings since 1947, Langstone Cliff know how to help you celebrate your special day in style. The hotel is set in almost 20 acres of wooded grounds overlooking the sea, making it the perfect backdrop for photographs. You can see why families will travel from all parts of the UK to hold their wedding here.