Say "I do" while enjoying breathtaking views of the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and the River Thames. Rent a private, flower-decked capsule for up to 20 guests and be officially married at the very top of the ride. On the descent, say "cheers" with a champagne toast. The Classical Package includes two rotations on the Eye, decorative flowers and Pommery Brut-Royal Champagne; the Celebration Package offers a one-night stay at the nearby Marriott County Hall Hotel and two spa treatments.
The Merlin Entertainments London Eye
Riverside Building
County Hall
Westminster Bridge Road
London SE1 7PB
011-44-087-1222-4002
londoneye.com
This converted 17th-century barn provides an ideal backdrop for rustic wedding photos. Seating 100 guests, Old Luxters Barn has enough room for dancing but a cozy, old-fashioned atmosphere. Hire a full orchestra or use the in-house pianist. Better yet, allow guests to tinkle the ivories of a beautiful baby piano inside the main barn. Larger wedding parties can set up an outdoor tent, complete with a dance floor and bar.
Old Luxters Barn
Hambleden
Henley-on-Thames
Oxfordshire
RG9 6JW
011-44-011-8984-5990
oldluxtersbarn.co.uk
It's time to buy a fleece-lined wedding dress and down-filled tuxedo for a wedding at London's Absolut Icebar, where the temperature is a chilly -5 degrees Celsius (23 degrees Fahrenheit). Warm up in the attached belowzero restaurant and lounge, where up to 270 guests can indulge in drinks and dinner following the ceremony. Choose among extra perks including ice sculptures, mixology classes and a husky dog welcoming committee.
Absolut Icebar
31-33 Heddon St.
Mayfair
London, W1B 4BN
011-44-020-7478-8917
belowzerolondon.com
Football (soccer to Americans) lovers will find no better wedding venue than Pride Park Stadium, home to the Derby County Football Club. Exchange vows in a glass-enclosed suite overlooking the field, before enjoying a buffet or sit-down meal. Derby County fans can even request a special appearance from mascot Rammy.
Pride Park Stadium
Derby
DE24 8XL
011-44-013-3266-7532
prideparkstadium.com
Getting married over a blacksmith's anvil is a Scottish tradition dating back to the mid-18th century, when eloping couples escaped north to get married. The Saddle Club is the only English place where the tradition is still alive. Special wedding packages include accommodation, meals and music. Couples looking for an even more unique ceremony can choose a theme like Country-Western, Rocky Horror or Tarts & Vicars.
The Saddle Club
Roman Road
Prenton
Wirral
CH43 3DB
011-44-015-1608-0881
saddle-club.co.uk
