Town, country or destination wedding?

Chic city hotels, rural retreats and barefoot paradises... the world is your oyster

- ISABELLA FOULGER & KENDRA LEAVER-RYLAH

Choosing your wedding venue is the biggest – and certainly one of the most important – decisions you'll make during the planning process.

It's the backdrop to your vows, the setting for champagne toasts and questionable dance moves, and often the first decision you'll make after saying yes. It's the anchor of your entire day, and for most couples, location is the natural starting point.

So whether you're dreaming of stately home splendour in the British countryside, a landmark London venue with lashings of luxury or barefoot elegance on a distant shore, consider this your ultimate guide to the most exquisite wedding venues around the world.

BEST FOR DISCREET LUXURY: THE CONNAUGHT, MAYFAIR

Tucked away in Mayfair's redbrick village, The Connaught is a top insider's choice for an effortlessly chic city wedding. From romantic receptions for 200 to candlelit dinners for ten, each space oozes opulence. Every detail, from the place settings to the peony bouquets, is executed with finesse. For couples seeking a traditional religious ceremony, Farm Street Church and Grosvenor Chapel are both just a short stroll away. With a dedicated team who'll know your tastes inside out, The Connaught promises a celebration that feels exquisitely personal and timeless.

BEST FOR REGENCY ROMANCE: THE LANESBOROUGH, HYDE PARK CORNER