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Explore wedding venues from barns and hotels to country houses, gardens and exclusive-use venues. Filter by location, guest numbers and price to choose the right wedding venue, shortlist favourites and contact venues directly. Browse ceremony and reception venues for every guest list.
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The Grand Marquee Brentwood
Wedding venue at The Halfway House Brentwood, with a 400-guest Grande Marquees and flexible celebration spaces.
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Anvil Hall
Forge unforgettable memories at Anvil Hall, Dumfries and Galloway's unique wedding venue.
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Ascot Racecourse
Elegant wedding reception and civil ceremony venue
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Cedar Court Hotel Huddersfield
Create unforgettable memories at Cedar Court Hotel Huddersfield, an exquisite city hotel wedding venue
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Elaine
Elaine has 13 years of experience working with wedding venues, and advises many of the top hotel and venue brands on their wedding marketing. She has a deep understanding of statistics that can accurately predict the online popularity of a particular venue and she is happy to share that knowledge with wedding couples and venues.
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The Ashbourne Hotel
suitable for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, with a range of function rooms and on-site accommodation
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Broom Hall Country Hotel
Broom Hall: Say 'I do' in a stunning Norfolk setting. Discover more.
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The Lawrence Hotel
Lancashire's Lawrence Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits.
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Slapton Manor Wedding Venue
A family run venue offering romantic countryside weddings with a relaxed, personal and rustic touch.
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Garthmyl Hall
Host your unforgettable wedding day in the grandeur of Garthmyl Hall, Nestled in the picturesque heart of Powys.
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Grimscote Manor
an ideal wedding venue for your civil ceremony or wedding reception, in the West Midlands.
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Kingston Country Courtyard Wedding Venue, Dorset.
Celebrate your special day in the idyllic setting of Kingston Country Courtyard, a charming wedding venue in the heart of Dorset.
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Holiday Inn Milton Keynes Wedding Venue
Planning your dream Buckinghamshire wedding? Discover Holiday Inn Milton Keynes Central.
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Donington Park Hotel Wedding Venue
Discover Donington Park Farmhouse Hotel, an enchanting barn wedding venue in Derbyshire, where your dream day will unfold in exquisite surroundings.
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Bellows Mill
Wedding Ceremony Venue in Dunstable
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Farthings Country House Wedding Venue
Dreaming of a charming Somerset wedding? Discover Farthings Country House Hotel.
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The White Hart Hotel Boston, Lincolnshire
this historic hotel boasts elegant function rooms, bespoke packages and dedicated wedding planners
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The Chequers Inn
our venue boasts beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a relaxed, rustic setting for your special day.
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Royal Arms Wedding Venue
Leicestershire's Royal Arms: Your dream wedding venue awaits.
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Creeksea Place
Wedding venue in Essex.
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Minster Mill
Cotswold hotel and wedding venue Old Swan & Minster Mill in Minster Lovell, offering licensed riverside ceremonies and large evening receptions.
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Holiday Inn Rochester Chatham
A licensed hotel wedding venue in Rochester, Kent, with tailored wedding packages, guest accommodation and easy access to local attractions.
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University Women's Club Wedding Venue
Planning a Central London wedding? Discover the unique charm of the University Women's Club.
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Battersea Arts Centre Wedding Venue
Discover Battersea Arts Centre for a unique and memorable wedding celebration in the heart of South London.
Bury Manor Barn Wedding Venue
Escape to the idyllic countryside oasis of Bury Manor Barn for an unforgettable wedding celebration amidst rolling hills and picturesque gardens.
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The Queens Hall Wedding Venue
Sussex wedding? The Queen's Hall offers a majestic setting. Discover more.
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The Caledonian Hotel
Tie the knot in Tyne and Wear at The Caledonian Hotel: Discover our stunning wedding venue.
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Hempstead House Hotel
A Victorian hotel wedding venue in Kent offering garden ceremony spaces, a formal ballroom and on-site coordination.
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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