When we think of weddings, the typical image that comes to mind is a beautiful weekend celebration at a stunning wedding venue, filled with family and friends, and perhaps even stretching into a three-day affair. However, a new trend is emerging - weekday weddings. More couples are opting for midweek ceremonies, breaking away from the traditional Saturday nuptials in favour of the lesser-known advantages that weekdays offer.
According to research from the Bank of England, more people are choosing cheaper midweek dates to get married. Wedding planning apps are also reporting similar trends, highlighting that weekday weddings are becoming increasingly popular among modern couples. But what is driving this shift, and is it the right choice for your big day?
Let's explore three compelling reasons why a weekday wedding might be the perfect fit for you.
Cost Savings and Better Availability
One of the primary reasons couples are turning to weekday weddings is the significant cost savings. Many venues, caterers, and wedding suppliers offer discounts for weddings held between Monday and Thursday, making it a more affordable option for budget-conscious couples. By choosing a weekday, you can often save thousands of pounds on venue fees, and suppliers may have weekday pricing or packages available.
This is a key point: not only do weekday weddings allow you to stick to your budget, but they also provide more flexibility with dates, so you're more likely to book your dream venue and suppliers without the long waitlists typically associated with weekends.
Intimate and Personalised Experience
Another benefit of weekday weddings is the potential for a more intimate and personalised experience. Many guests appreciate the opportunity to break away from their routine, and attending a wedding midweek feels special, offering a memorable break from the workweek grind. Smaller guest lists, which are common with weekday weddings, often foster a more relaxed and meaningful atmosphere. You'll have more time to interact with each guest, creating a more personal experience for everyone involved.
Destination Weddings and Extended Celebrations
Weekday weddings are also ideal for destination weddings or extended celebrations. Couples who dream of a multi-day wedding celebration can stretch their event over several days without the competition for weekend dates. Guests can arrive early, stay late, and take full advantage of the time together in a beautiful setting. This can turn a wedding into a mini-vacation for everyone involved.
With more people working remotely and having flexible schedules, attending a weekday wedding is less of an inconvenience than it used to be. Many guests are happy to adjust their calendars for a midweek event, especially if they have ample notice to plan ahead.
Top Tips for Planning a Weekday Wedding
Send Save-the-Dates Early: Give your guests plenty of time to adjust their schedules, especially if they will need to take time off work or travel to attend your wedding.
Take Advantage of Venue and Supplier Flexibility: With less demand for weekday weddings, wedding venues and suppliers may have alternate pricing or packages for weekday weddings, don't be afraid to ask!
Consider an Extended Celebration: Since it's a weekday, why not extend the celebration? Plan a pre-wedding dinner or post-wedding brunch to make the most of the occasion.
Don't Forget to Communicate Details Clearly: Since weekday weddings are less common, make sure to clearly communicate any specifics regarding timing, accommodations, and travel logistics to your guests.
Top Venues For Weekday Weddings
Pennard House
Pennard House is perfect for a weekday wedding because it offers an intimate, exclusive-use experience that allows couples to enjoy all the luxury of a weekend wedding at a more affordable price. With its picturesque setting in Somerset's countryside, couples can host a relaxed and extended celebration over one or two days, making the most of weekday availability without feeling rushed. The venue's flexible approach, including in-house catering, beautiful accommodations, and various ceremony options, ensures a seamless experience for couples and their guests, making it an ideal choice for a stress-free midweek celebration.
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Exclusive Georgian Manor House Wedding Venue in SomersetEastington Park
Eastington Park, a captivating 18th-century manor house nestled amidst the idyllic Gloucestershire countryside, offers a dream setting for your weekday wedding day. Imagine exchanging vows under the dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves in their landscaped gardens, or saying "I do" in the grandeur of the elegant ballroom. This exclusive venue combines historic charm with modern amenities, ensuring an unforgettable celebration for you and your loved ones. At Eastington Park you can enjoy a peaceful and intimate setting away from the hustle and bustle of weekend weddings.
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Eastington Park Wedding Venue
Historic manor house, idyllic gardens, exclusive wedding venue. Eastington Park awaitsMonkton Barn
Located in the scenic Buckinghamshire countryside, Monkton Barn features a beautifully converted barn with an attached marquee, surrounded by 10 acres of their stunning Home Meadow and Woodland Dell. It's licensed for civil ceremonies both indoors and outdoors. For your indoor ceremony you have the Converted Barn, a romantic setting. For outdoor ceremonies, there's a private woodland space as well in the enchanting dell, providing a unique and natural setting for your weekday wedding. This venue is in very high demand in the peak months so Saturday dates get snapped up quickly. Couples who want a midweek wedding will likely have a lot more dates to choose from.
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Monkton Barn Wedding Venue
Monkton Barn is an exclusive use barn wedding venue in the Buckinghamshire countryside.Winters Barn
Winters Barns is an unforgettable wedding venue in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside. Whether you are planning an intimate weekday ceremony or a more lavish, opulent multi day reception, Winters Barns is versatile to accommodate all your requirements. The charming barn with vaulted ceilings and stunning grounds will take you a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. One would choose Winters Barns for their weekday wedding because of their exceptional flexibility, allowing you to create a truly personalised and unforgettable celebration at your convenience.
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Winters Barns Wedding Venue
Captivating countryside barn wedding venue in Kent with a unique atmosphere and bespoke packages.Davenport House
Davenport House is an exclusive-use, timeless and luxurious Country House, set within the beautiful and vast Shropshire countryside. When you get married at Davenport House, a dedicated and professional wedding planner stands by your side to make your weekday wedding even more special. The popularity of this venue means that Saturday wedding dates can be scarce, particularly in peak months. Couples considering a midweek wedding may find it easier to find their ideal date here.
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Davenport House Wedding Venue
Indulge in an extraordinary wedding experience at Davenport House, an enchanting, exclusive use, country house wedding venueDeene Park
Hidden in the Northamptonshire countryside, from the moment you enter the gates of Deene Park, you are transported to different world with breathtaking views at every turn! The venue offers 500 acres of historic parkland, lakeside views, beautiful formal gardens or magical woodland settings for a great outdoor weekday wedding experience! Having a weekday wedding here can enable you to extend your celebrations into the weekend with a mini-vacation or honeymoon right after the festivities at this scenic location.
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Deene Park Luxury Outdoor Weddings
Discover Deene Park Estate, a captivating lakeside marquee wedding venue for unforgettable weddings amidst rolling parkland in Northamptonshire.Redworth Hall Hotel
The Redworth Hall Hotel is an exquisite venue surrounded by 26 acres of landscaped gardens providing a magnificent backdrop for your wedding. With two function rooms to choose from, it is the perfect venue for intimate or large and lavish weddings. They also have a contemporary Prince Bishop Suite boasting a private bar and foyer with adequate space for a larger wedding. The availability of both intimate and spacious function rooms means that couples can personalise their wedding experience with multiple mini celebrations during the week, making the most of the venue's beautiful features without the weekend crowds.
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Redworth Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
For an unforgettable wedding experience, we offer stunning settings, exceptional service, and a cherished & memorable wedding day!Grittleton House
Nestled in Wiltshire, Grittleton House offers an exclusive country setting for your wedding. Its stunning 17th-century orangery boasts high ceilings, large windows, and elegant décor. With a grand driveway leading up to the house, their charming gardens provide a picturesque setting for photographs and al fresco receptions. For midweek weddings, there are multiple ceremony spaces to choose from, including the Red Gallery, Yellow Gallery, or the Victorian Orangery, accommodating up to 200 seated guests, making it an ideal venue for couples seeking both beauty and versatility for their special day.
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Grittleton House Wedding Venue
Celebrate your union at Grittleton House, a captivating country house with an orangery, providing an unforgettable backdrop for your Wiltshire weddingThe Tythe Barn and Farmhouse
The Tythe Barn and Farmhouse is a stunning countryside venue featuring beautifully restored barns and a charming 17th-century boutique farmhouse, providing an enchanting backdrop for your special day. With the historic thatched Tythe Barn dating back to 1370, couples can enjoy exclusive use of the estate for their weekday wedding, ensuring a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. Additionally, the luxury dressing room known as The Nook and the various accommodations, including the beautifully designed Manor Farmhouse with seven double en-suite bedrooms and a cosy Shepherd's Hut for extra guests, offer convenience and comfort, allowing everyone to fully immerse themselves in the celebration without the weekend rush.
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The Tythe Barn and Farmhouse
Discover the charm of The Tythe Barn and Farmhouse, a stunning exclusive use Oxfordshire barn wedding venue perfect for your special day.Notley Abbey
Notley Abbey is an exquisite country house wedding venue that offers three unique locations for your ceremony and a magnificent historic stone barn for your wedding feast, prepared in-house by a brigade of specialist chefs. Surrounded by spectacular grounds and gardens, the venue provides a stunning backdrop for your celebration. For weekday weddings, the intimate atmosphere allows for flexible menu options, with fewer guests enabling the chefs to tailor the dining experience. Along with a gorgeous dual-aspect bridal suite and eight beautifully appointed overnight guest suites, couples and their guests can enjoy a relaxed and personalised celebration without the weekend crowds.
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Notley Abbey
A Medieval Masterpiece & Luxury Wedding Venue in Buckinghamshire.Talhenbont Hall
This stunning 17th-century hall and restored barn coach house, situated in the heart of North Wales, Snowdonia, offers a breathtaking setting for your wedding. The venue boasts a beautiful terrace outside the Hall, ideal for outdoor celebrations, and expansive grounds perfect for capturing unforgettable photos of your special weekday ceremony. Midweek weddings allow you to fully enjoy the exclusivity of the venue, with the historic iron gates and long driveway providing a serene and private atmosphere. With fewer crowds, couples can make the most of the peaceful surroundings and create a more intimate, personalised celebration.
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Talhenbont Hall
Indulge in the enchantment of Talhenbont Hall, an idyllic Gwynedd wedding venue nestled in the picturesque Welsh countryside.Llangoed Hall
Nestled in the Wye Valley, Llangoed Hall is a unique, civil-licensed hotel wedding venue rich in history, set within 17 beautiful acres. With breathtaking views across the Black Mountains, the venue provides a naturally stunning backdrop for your wedding. A weekday wedding at Llangoed Hall offers greater flexibility in tailoring your event, with more availability to choose your preferred date and timing. This allows couples to work closely with the venue's expert staff and vendors to craft a truly personalised celebration, from décor to catering, while enjoying the magnificent setting with fewer scheduling constraints than on weekends.
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Llangoed Hall
Get married in style at Llangoed Hall, an exclusive-use wedding venue licenced for civil weddings, nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of Powys.Ensana Buxton Crescent
Originally built between 1779 and 1789 by the Fifth Duke of Devonshire, the Crescent is one of the most architecturally significant buildings in the country, offering a unique and exclusive backdrop for your wedding. Inside its iconic curved honey-stone façade lies a world of exquisite luxury and rich interiors, with beautifully restored function rooms, including the 18th-century Ballroom known as The Assembly Rooms. A weekday wedding at the Crescent allows couples to fully appreciate the historical grandeur of the venue, with more availability for private tours and access to all areas, offering guests an immersive experience in one of England's most distinguished architectural landmarks.
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Ensana Buxton Crescent
Celebrate your love in the opulent grandeur of Ensana Buxton Crescent, a luxurious wedding venue nestled in the picturesque heart of Derbyshire.Highfield Park
A charming 17th Century Queen Anne Style Country House Hotel, Highfield Park offers a truly intimate surrounding for your special day. With a license for inside and outside ceremonies plus church option, they are available for your special day from start to finish. Steeped in history, the attractive architecture of Highfield Park dates from the Queen Anne and Georgian period. At the heart of the main house is a stunning spiral staircase, which provides a perfect setting for family or group photographs. Due to its high demand during peak months, Saturday dates at Highfield Park are often booked quickly. Couples who opt for a midweek wedding, however, will benefit from a wider selection of available dates, allowing for more flexibility in planning their special day at this sought-after venue.
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Highfield Park Wedding Venue
A 17th Century Country House Hotel Wedding Venue on the Hampshire/Berkshire BorderFonthill Estate
On the Fonthill Estate, there are three venues available for dry hire—Bake Barn, Deer Park Barn, and Quarry Wood—set within an area of outstanding natural beauty. With unique features such as illuminated grottos, rock formations, and a dance pit for a silent disco, the venue offers a truly magical atmosphere. Opting for a weekday wedding provides couples with more flexibility in customising the setup, from marquee placement on the lawn overlooking the lake to ensuring extended access for lighting and décor installations, giving ample time to transform the space into a truly unforgettable celebration.
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Fonthill Estate Country Weddings
Enchanting woodland ceremony location, beautiful barn venues and secret marquee setting on the Fonthill Estate in WiltshireAs the trend toward weekday weddings continues to grow, more couples are discovering the benefits of celebrating their wedding day midweek. From cost savings to personalised experiences and better venue availability, weekday weddings offer a unique and practical option for many modern couples. With careful planning and consideration of your guests, a weekday wedding can be just as magical as a weekend affair, if not more so! Whether you're looking to save money or simply stand out from the crowd, a weekday wedding might be the perfect choice for you.