Wedding suppliers in Northamptonshire

Planning a wedding in Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire has long been nicknamed the county of spires and squires, a reference to its many church spires and grand country estates. That heritage still shapes the wedding scene, with country houses, village churches and barns built from local ironstone and limestone appearing in many couples' plans.

The River Nene runs through the heart of the county, passing towns such as Wellingborough, Irthlingborough and Oundle, and its valley gives a gentle, green backdrop for photographs. Northampton is the largest town, with hotels and function spaces suited to bigger guest lists, while Kettering, Corby, Rushden and Daventry each have their own mix of venues. In the south, around Brackley and Towcester, the countryside feels closer to the Cotswolds in style.

Getting there

Northamptonshire is well placed for travel. The M1 runs along its western side, and the A14 crosses the north of the county. Northampton is on a branch of the West Coast Main Line, while Kettering and Wellingborough sit on the Midland Main Line, giving guests direct trains from London. That makes it a sensible option if your guests are split between the Midlands and the South East.

When to book

Summer weekends at country house and barn venues tend to go first, sometimes more than a year in advance. Prices vary with the day of the week and the season, so a Friday, Sunday or winter date can be worth considering. Major events at the motor racing circuit near Silverstone, just over the border, can fill hotels in the south of the county, so check the calendar if you are marrying nearby.

The legal side

For a civil ceremony you will need to give notice at your local register office, and your venue must be approved premises. The register office can advise on timings.

Browse the listings above to find suppliers who work across Northamptonshire.