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Wedding venues & suppliers in the Lake District, Cumbria & Gretna Green

Marry where the fells meet the water.

A carefully kept directory of wedding venues and suppliers across the Lakes and South West Scotland — the only one that follows couples who plan across the border.

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From lakeside country houses to a runaway wedding at Gretna Green — every corner of the region, kept in one place.

The Lake District

64 venues

Cumbria & Carlisle

114 venues
Cross-border

Gretna Green

Packages from £1,200
Cross-border

Dumfries & Galloway

21 venues

Popular area: Windermere — in the Lake District →·Planning something small? Intimate & elopement weddings →

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Carlisle area · Cumbria

Special Moments Celebrant

Wedding celebrant near Carlisle.

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Carlisle

Dalston Hall Wedding Venue

From £35 128–180 guests

Set within landscaped grounds near Carlisle, Dalston Hall is an exclusive-use wedding venue where historic grandeur meets a warm, welcoming atmosphere. This beautiful Grade II listed manor house offers a romantic setting for a celebration that feels entirely your own.

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Ulverston · Lake District

Peter Brown Wedding Pianist

Wedding pianist based in Ulverston.

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Guides for a Lakes & Borders wedding

Honest, local planning help — and every guide points you to the venues and suppliers who can actually do it.

Lake District

Small wedding venues in the Lake District

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Lake District

Lake District elopement: the honest guide

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Elopement

Elope to Scotland: the honest guide

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Common questions

Where can I get married in the Lake District and Cumbria?
All over the region — lakeside country-house hotels around Windermere, fell-side barns, castles and walled gardens across the Eden Valley, and characterful venues in and around Carlisle. Browse them all on our Lake District and Cumbria & Carlisle venue pages.
Can I get married at Gretna Green without using the Famous Blacksmiths Shop?
Yes. The Blacksmiths Shop is the best-known option, but Gretna and the surrounding area have plenty of independent venues, hotels and register-office ceremonies. We list them side by side so you can choose freely — see Gretna Green weddings.
Do I need to live in Scotland to get married at Gretna Green?
No — there is no residency requirement to marry in Scotland, which is exactly why couples from England and further afield come to Gretna. You give notice to the local registrar (usually around 29 days ahead). Full detail on our how to get married at Gretna Green guide.
How much does a wedding in the Lakes or at Gretna Green cost?
It varies hugely — an intimate Gretna package can start around £1,200, while an exclusive-use Lakes country house runs to many thousands. Work out your own figure with our free wedding budget calculator, and see real registrar pricing on the Gretna cost page.
What wedding suppliers will I need?
Typically a photographer, flowers, a cake, transport, hair & makeup and music — plus catering if your venue doesn't provide it. Browse every local wedding supplier by category, or start with our wedding checklist.