Wedding suppliers in Worcestershire

Planning a wedding in Worcestershire

The Malvern Hills rise sharply along Worcestershire's western edge, giving the county one of the most recognisable skylines in the Midlands. Below them, the River Severn flows through Worcester, past its cathedral, while the Vale of Evesham is known for orchards and spring blossom. The Wyre Forest near Bewdley and the Cotswold fringe around Broadway add further variety.

Wedding styles

Barns, farms, country houses, hotels and estates are found throughout the county, and many couples marry in village churches or historic buildings. Riverside towns such as Worcester, Upton-upon-Severn and Bewdley suit waterside photographs, while the Malvern Hills offer sweeping views. Marquee weddings on farmland are also popular.

Travel for guests

The M5 runs north to south through the county, and the M42 and M50 serve the edges. Trains reach Worcester, Malvern, Evesham, Kidderminster, Droitwich and Bromsgrove, and Birmingham Airport is within reach. Rural venues around the hills and the Vale can be some way from stations, so plan taxis or a shuttle in advance.

When to marry

Late spring brings blossom to the Vale of Evesham, and autumn colours are lovely around the hills and the Wyre Forest. Summer is the busiest time, and the Severn can flood in wet winters, which may affect some riverside venues and roads. Ask venues about access in bad weather. Prices vary with the day of the week and season.

Legal requirements

In England, a civil ceremony must take place at a register office or approved premises, and both of you give notice at your local register office. Contact the Worcestershire register office to check notice timings and ceremony availability.

Suppliers based in Worcester and Malvern often work in Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire and Birmingham too, so it is worth searching neighbouring areas.