The Law Commission said the legislation, as it currently stands, is "confusing, out-of-date and restrictive", and prevents people from getting married in settings more meaningful to them.
Asked by government to review the law, the commission has recommended focusing any regulation on the officiant responsible for the wedding rather than the venue.
"This reform would open up a wide range of locations for couples to get married," said the commission. "Permitted venues would include gardens, beaches, forests, parks, village halls and cruise ships."
