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The Biscuit Factory Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in the remarkable surroundings of The Biscuit Factory, a contemporary art gallery with a number of unique spaces.

Tyne and Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne

£POA

50-300 guests

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Yorkshire Wedding Barn

Yorkshire Wedding Barn

North Yorkshire, Richmond

£POA

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County Ground Beckenham Wedding Venue

Kent wedding? County Ground Beckenham offers a unique and picturesque ceremony setting.

South London, Beckenham

£POA

5000 guests

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Bowcliffe Hall Wedding Venue

One location, endless possibilities.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

from £9,950

30-120 guests

Bolton Excellency Venues in Greater Manchester
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Bolton Excellency Wedding Venue

Celebrate your dream day in style at Bolton Excellency, where elegance, grandeur, and impeccable service await.

Greater Manchester, Bolton

£POA

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Eden Leisure Village

Woodland weddings with onsite accommodation near Glasgow

North Lanarkshire, Glasgow

from £3,850

2-100 guests

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The Oak Barn, Frame Farm

YOUR OWN PRIVATE FARM ESTATE IN KENT: Three barns, six luxury cottages, terraces, courtyard and 22 acres of countryside: Exclusively Yours.

Kent

from £4,000

2-200 guests

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Barnutopia Wedding Venue

JANUARY SALE 20% OFF VENUE HIRE. Book by end of day 31 January 2026. Stunning venue, outdoor spaces and wedding barn in the Shropshire countryside.

Shropshire, Oswestry

from £1,500

15-120 guests

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Helston Guildhall Wedding Venue

Create your unforgettable wedding day at The Guildhall, Helston. Our elegant historic venue offers a range of spaces to make your special day perfect.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Helston

£POA

100 guests

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Laceby Manor

Set in the picturesque Lincolnshire Wolds, Laceby Manor Spa and Golf Resort is a stunning venue for weddings of all sizes.

Lincolnshire, Grimsby

£POA

50-150 guests

Grantley Hall
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Grantley Hall

Grantley Hall is a historic North Yorkshire estate offering exclusive use weddings with on-site, Michelin-starred dining.

North Yorkshire, Ripon

from £15,000

2-180 guests

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Charterhouse Events Wedding Venue

A unique venue with 3 beautiful ceremony spaces set in 250 acres of grounds and gardens.

Surrey, Godalming

£POA

30-150 guests

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Branxholm Park

A private Scottish Borders country house wedding with exclusive use, on-site accommodation and no corkage.

Scottish Borders

££ - £££

85 guests

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The Inn South Stainley Wedding Venue

North Yorkshire's Inn South Stainley: Your dream wedding venue. Discover more.

North Yorkshire, Harrogate

£POA

40-120 guests

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Waltham Forest Town Hall

Waltham Forest Ceremonies provides civil ceremonies within a Grade II listed Town Hall on Fellowship Square.

East London, Walthamstow

from £350

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Carwinion House

Carwinion House: An exclusive-use 18th-century country house venue in Cornwall, set within 12 acres of sub-tropical gardens.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Falmouth

£695 - £8,000

2-120 guests

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Karma St Martins Wedding Venue

Escape to Cornwall’s tranquil Isles of Scilly for an unforgettable wedding at Karma St Martins.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, St. Martins

££ - £££

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West Usk Lighthouse

West Usk Lighthouse offers a captivating and romantic setting for couples seeking an unforgettable wedding ceremony and reception.

Newport, Usk

£POA

25-80 guests

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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Wedding Venue

Gilpin Lake House is a luxury lakeside wedding venue with beautiful bedrooms, fine dining, spa and grounds.

Cumbria, Kendal

from £1,185

2-60 guests

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The Barn at Alswick

A delightfully elegant setting for your special day, the Barn offers a beautiful blank canvas for your wedding dreams.

Hertfordshire, Stevenage

£5,500 - £9,800

220 guests

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The Horse Trust

Sefton's Barn at The Horse Trust: An exclusive-use Grade II listed barn venue in Buckinghamshire supporting an equine charity.

Buckinghamshire, Princes Risborough

£POA

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New Craven Hall Wedding Venue

Yorkshire wedding? New Craven Hall offers a stunning venue for your special day. Learn more.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

£POA

250 guests

Greswolde Arms Hotel Venues in West Midlands
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Greswolde Arms Hotel Wedding Venue

Planning a Midlands wedding? Discover the Greswolde Arms' charming character.

West Midlands, Solihull

£2,250 - £4,000

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Shipley Art Gallery

Say 'I do' surrounded by art at Shipley Art Gallery. Discover more.

Tyne and Wear, Gateshead

£POA

120 guests

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Bryn Meadows

A luxurious 4* resort with spectacular views

Caerphilly, Hengoed

£POA

200-200 guests

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Ravens Ait Wedding Venue

Enchanting island weddings: discover Ravens Ait.

Surrey, Kingston Upon Thames

£POA

50-250 guests

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Syrencot Wedding Venue

An exquisite manor house wedding venue nestled in the heart of Wiltshire Countryside.

Wiltshire, Salisbury

£POA

15-150 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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