A recent study by Rare Carat has revealed the UK’s most photogenic wedding venues, analysing Instagram hashtag data from over 250 locations to rank the most popular and visually captivating spots for tying the knot.
These are the venues that couples simply can’t stop sharing on social media, whether it’s for their fairytale-like settings, lush gardens, grand architecture, or charming rustic details. The number of hashtags associated with each venue reflects how frequently it's featured in wedding posts, offering a glimpse into the places that make the biggest visual impact online.
Ranking fourteenth with 13,200 hashtags is the enchanting South Farm in Royston, a countryside venue that blends rustic charm with a colourful, eco-friendly twist. Set on a working organic farm in the Hertfordshire-Cambridgeshire border, South Farm is known for its quirky blend of timber-framed barns, blooming gardens, and even a collection of rare-breed animals. The venue offers a relaxed, bohemian vibe that’s perfect for couples after something a little different. Whether it's the vibrant Romany caravans, wildflower meadows, or the lovingly restored farmhouse, every corner of South Farm is bursting with personality—and Instagram-worthy backdrops. It’s a favourite for those who want their wedding to feel fun, unique, and close to nature.
The UK’s top 10 most Instagrammable wedding venues showcase an impressive mix of styles and settings. Topping the list is Petersham Nurseries in London with 49,800 hashtags, offering a dreamy greenhouse vibe perfect for nature-loving couples. Not far behind is Hatfield House in Hertfordshire (38,700 hashtags), a historic estate rich in Jacobean elegance, followed by the regal Ashridge House (34,100 hashtags). Hedsor House in Buckinghamshire lands in fourth (28,200 hashtags) with its Georgian grandeur, while the tropical Barbican Conservatory (23,300 hashtags) rounds out the top five as a leafy oasis in the city.
Spots six through ten highlight the UK’s love for countryside charm and culture. Cripps Barn (22,900 hashtags), Elmore Court (22,300), and Stone Barn (19,900) all fly the flag for Gloucestershire with their rustic and historic appeal. In ninth place, Dulwich Picture Gallery (16,900 hashtags) brings a dash of cultural sophistication to the list, while Chelsea Physic Garden (15,800 hashtags) in tenth offers botanical beauty and tranquillity in the heart of London. Together, the top 10 venues prove that whether you prefer a grand estate or a wild garden, the UK is full of wedding spots worthy of the ‘gram.
Top 15 (out of 250) most popular wedding venues in the UK on Instagram:
| Rank | Venue | Tags |
| 1 | Petersham Nurseries, London | 49,800 |
| 2 | Hatfield House, Hertfordshire | 38,700 |
| 3 | Ashridge House, Hertfordshire | 34,100 |
| 4 | Hedsor House, Buckinghamshire | 28,200 |
| 5 | Barbican Conservatory, London | 23,300 |
| 6 | Cripps Barn, Gloucestershire | 22,900 |
| 7 | Elmore Court, Gloucester | 22,300 |
| 8 | Stone Barn, Gloucestershire | 19,900 |
| 9 | Dulwich Picture Gallery, South East London | 16,900 |
| 10 | Chelsea Physic Garden, London | 15,800 |
| 11 | South Causey Inn, Stanley | 15,300 |
| 12 | Albert Hall, Manchester | 13,400 |
| 12 | Colshaw Hall, Peover Superior | 13,400 |
| 14 | South Farm, Royston | 13,200 |
| 15 | Leez Priory, Essex | 12,900 |