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The Barn at Pengelly

Modern meets rustic wedding venue in Cornwall with lake views and on-site accommodation

8 reviews

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Truro

from £2,900

15-300 guests

Wedding Venue in Devon. Hayne
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Hayne Devon Barn

Create the wedding of your dreams in the picturesque Devon countryside at Hayne Devon, where your special day will be an unforgettable occasion.

4 reviews

Devon

£2,000 - £8,950

2-280 guests

West Midlands barn wedding venue on our farm
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Bennetts Willow Barn

Wedding venue Bennetts Willow Barn near Worcester combining oak-framed barn, garden and marquee for bespoke celebrations.

21 reviews

Worcestershire, Worcester

from £1,595

50-160 guests

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Melville Castle Venues in Midlothian
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Melville Castle

Historic Scottish Castle wedding venue located just outside Edinburgh, with 54 acres of park and woodland, opulent interiors and a modern marquee.

14 reviews

Midlothian, Edinburgh

from £5,740

2-200 guests

Weddings at the Royal Clifton Hotel in Southport
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The Royal Clifton Hotel

A historic seafront wedding venue in Southport, offering elegant suites, Victorian charm and picturesque promenade views.

2 reviews

Merseyside, Southport

from £2,495

4-250 guests

Caer Rhun Hall Wedding Venue in Conwy
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Caer Rhun Hall

Discover Caer Rhun Hall, a magnificent countryhouse hotel wedding venue set within stunning Welsh countryside, for an unforgettable day.

Conwy, Llandudno

from £6,500

4-150 guests

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Europa Gatwick Hotel

Hotel wedding venue The Europa Gatwick Hotel in West Sussex with Mediterranean-themed rooms and gardens plus 245 en-suite bedrooms.

8 reviews

West Sussex, Crawley

from £1,699

20-170 guests

Wedding venue in Prescott, Suites Knowsley
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Best Western Premier Suites Hotel & Spa

Suites Hotel Knowsley wedding venue in Prescot offering Atrium civil ceremonies and evening celebrations.

Merseyside, Prescot

from £3,425

50-250 guests

Your Wedding Ceremony Vision, at Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel
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Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel

Plan your dream wedding at Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel, a barn wedding venue nestled amidst the stunning Surrey Hills.

94 reviews

Surrey, Dorking

from £5,150

60-180 guests

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Lion and Swan Hotel

Boutique wedding venue The Lion and Swan in Congleton offering historic character and flexible multi-space celebrations.

9 reviews

Cheshire, Congleton

from £4,000

10-150 guests

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Basingstoke Hotel, Wedding Venue

Celebrate in style at Basingstoke Hotel. Set amidst the Hampshire countryside, we offer bespoke wedding packages.

Hampshire, Basingstoke

£3,000 - £9,000

50-120 guests

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Tatton Park

Historic estate and Celebration Venue Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire – licensed ceremony rooms and flexible reception spaces on 1,000 acres.

Cheshire, Knutsford

from £2,500

2-350 guests

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Samlesbury Hall, Preston Wedding Venue with 14th Century Chapel
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Samlesbury Hall

Samlesbury Hall historic house weddings in Preston, Lancashire with on-site Shepherd’s Hut and Gatehouse stays.

2 reviews

Lancashire, Preston

from £3,000

20-250 guests

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Wick Farm Bath

Discover the romance of our historic barn wedding venue in the heart of Somerset.

16 reviews

Bristol and Somerset, Bath

from £5,650

40-200 guests

Lake District, Cumbria Wedding Venue, The Abbey House Hotel
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Abbey House Hotel

Cumbrian wedding venue Abbey House Hotel & Gardens, with 14 acres of gardens for garden ceremony settings and bespoke suites.

8 reviews

Cumbria, Barrow-In-Furness

from £1,995

4-220 guests

Weddings Hurley House
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Hurley House Hotel

A Luxury Country House Wedding Venue near Henley-on-Thames, Berkshire for Bespoke and Elegant Weddings.

4 reviews

Berkshire, Maidenhead

from £3,600

5-160 guests

The Queen Hotel Leeds, Wedding Venue
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The Queens Hotel

The Queens Hotel Leeds wedding venue offering 15 licensed event spaces from intimate ceremonies to large ballroom celebrations.

16 reviews

West Yorkshire, Leeds

from £9,690

50-450 guests

Cambridge Wedding Gonville
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The Gonville Hotel

Luxury hotel wedding venue, Gonville Hotel Cambridge, with licensed Atrium ceremonies for 120 guests.

1 review

Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

£POA

4-150 guests

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The Fields

Converted barn wedding venue The Fields, Cheshire countryside near Chester, offering exclusive-use celebrations shaped entirely around your plans.

3 reviews

Cheshire, Chester

from £3,500

20-250 guests

Benham Park Wedding Venue with stunning grounds in Newbury Berkshire
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Benham Park

Opening Spring 2026, Benham Park is a luxury wedding venue in Berkshire offering exclusive hire and a truly private countryside se

Berkshire, Newbury

£POA

140 guests

Weightman Suite Wedding At The Municipal
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The Municipal Hotel and Spa Liverpool

Historic hotel and spa The Municipal Hotel & Spa Liverpool offering weddings in adaptable event spaces and on-site accommodation.

2 reviews

Merseyside, Liverpool

from £15,000

30-60 guests

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Swinton Park and Estate

Country estate wedding venue, Swinton Estate in North Yorkshire, offering castle celebrations, woodland ceremonies and outdoor receptions.

4 reviews

North Yorkshire, Ripon

££ - £££

2-84 guests

The Compasses At Pattiswick, Venues in Essex
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Compasses at Pattiswick

Countryside wedding venue The Compasses at Pattiswick in Essex with exclusive-use space for tailored celebrations up to 120 guests.

16 reviews

Essex, Braintree

£POA

120 guests

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

Grade II listed hotel wedding venue, Kimpton Clocktower Hotel Manchester, offering multiple ceremony spaces and dedicated wedding management.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

from £6,000

15-700 guests

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King Street Townhouse

Dream Manchester wedding? King Street Townhouse offers a stunning city centre venue. View our packages, explore our spaces & enquire today.

3 reviews

Greater Manchester, Manchester

£POA

50-130 guests

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The Winchester Hotel Wedding Venue

Indulge in an unforgettable wedding celebration at The Winchester Hotel & Spa, Hampshire's finest city hotel venue.

8 reviews

Hampshire, Winchester

£2,999 - £9,000

20-120 guests

Sefton Park Hotel, South Liverpool Hotel Wedding Venue
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Sefton Park Hotel

Event venue Sefton Park Hotel Liverpool featuring Lakeside Suite, bar, restaurant and park views.

2 reviews

Merseyside, Liverpool

from £4,000

50-200 guests

Wedding Venue Types

There are many types of wedding venues, each offering a different setting and level of flexibility. Barn wedding venues are popular for countryside weddings, while hotel wedding venues provide a structured option with catering and accommodation. Country house wedding venues suit traditional celebrations, and outdoor wedding venues such as gardens and estates are ideal for seasonal weddings.

If you are planning to hold your ceremony elsewhere, such as at a town hall or registry office wedding, you may want to focus on reception venues for your celebration. For more flexibility, dry hire wedding venues allow you to choose your own suppliers and styling rather than working within a set package.

Comparing Wedding Venues

When comparing wedding venues, consider how the space supports your plans for the ceremony, reception and evening. Guest capacity is a key factor, along with layout, accessibility and how the day will flow between each part of the celebration.

Transport, parking and nearby accommodation affect the experience for your guests. Timelines, priorities and key decisions are typically defined early when planning a wedding. As you narrow down your options, many couples begin organising their wedding suppliers, including key services such as wedding photographers.

Ceremony and Reception Venues

Wedding venues are either licensed to host both the ceremony and reception or used as wedding reception venues only. This affects how the day is structured, including timings and guest travel between locations.

Wedding reception venues offer greater flexibility, particularly when working with external suppliers or planning a specific style. If you are still deciding on your ceremony, exploring different wedding ceremonies can help you understand the options available.

Wedding Venue FAQs

Wedding venue costs vary widely depending on location, guest numbers, season and what is included. Some venues charge hire only, while others offer all-inclusive packages with catering and accommodation. Prices range from lower-cost options to premium packages, with a wide range of wedding venue costs depending on the type of venue and package.

Popular wedding venues are often booked around 12–24 months in advance, particularly for summer weekends and peak dates. More flexible dates, such as midweek or off-peak weddings, usually have greater availability, so timing will depend on your plans.

Wedding venue capacity depends on the spaces available and how they are used, with different rooms or layouts allowing for different guest numbers. Having a rough guest list early will help you choose a venue that fits your plans.

Hotels, pubs and restaurants often provide in-house catering, while venues such as barns or dry hire wedding venues may work with preferred suppliers or require you to arrange your own. This means you may either choose from set menus or bring in your own caterer, depending on how the venue operates.

Whether you can bring your own suppliers depends on the type of venue. Dry hire wedding venues usually offer full flexibility, while many other venues have recommended suppliers but may still allow alternatives. If you have your heart set on a particular supplier, it’s best to check the venue’s policy early on.

Around 45–60% of a total wedding budget is allocated to the venue and catering, as these are the largest costs. This covers the hire of the space alongside food and drink, which together make up a significant part of overall wedding spend.

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