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Outdoor ceremony area at Glandyfi Castle
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Glandyfi Castle, Wedding Venue in Ceredigion

Host your fairytale wedding at Glandyfi Castle. An exclusive use, luxury wedding venue in Ceredigion with stunning views of the Welsh coast.

Ceredigion, Machynlleth

from £12,000

50 guests

Royle Forest
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Royle Forest, Wedding Venue in Staffordshire

Royle Forest Weddings is a venue offering something completely unique, set within it's own magical world lost in the middle of a forest.

Derbyshire, Burton on Trent

from £9,999

160 guests

Elton Hall Venues in Cambridgeshire
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Elton Hall

Nestled in the Cambridgeshire countryside, Elton Hall provides a picturesque setting for unforgettable wedding celebrations.

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough

£3,300 - £5,750

250 guests

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Aberdeen House, Ramsgate Registry Office

A registry office in Ramsgate, Kent, providing licensed civil ceremonies in a Victorian setting with indoor rooms and a small garden.

Kent, Ramsgate

£POA

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Burleigh Court Hotel

Say "I do" surrounded by Cotswolds charm at Burleigh Court Hotel. Discover more.

Gloucestershire, Stroud

£POA

50 guests

Upper Library Roundtable Wedding Setup
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The Geological Society

Plan an elegant wedding at our historic Grade II* listed venue in Piccadilly. A unique Central London Wedding Venue.

Central London, Mayfair

from £5,200

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Lansdowne Hotel

Family-owned since 1912, The Lansdowne Hotel offers a historic seafront setting for weddings in Eastbourne.

East Sussex, Eastbourne

£ - ££

1-120 guests

Bright and elegant Orangery at Hayne House in Kent, featuring open French doors, manicured gardens, and vibrant floral arrangements, perfect for a picturesque wedding celebration.
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Hayne House Wedding Venue

Hayne House is a family-run, exclusive-use wedding venue, set on 35 acres of beautifully landscaped with a modern yet naturally elegant Orangery.

Kent, Hythe

from £9,000

20-150 guests

Weddings Mytton Fold Hotel in Lancashire
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Mytton Fold Hotel Wedding Venue

A Boutique Hotel designed around Weddings

Lancashire, Blackburn

from £4,000

4-300 guests

Best Western Plus Ullesthorpe Court Hotel , Venues in Leicestershire
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Best Western Plus Ullesthorpe Court Hotel

Uncover the charm of Best Western Plus Ullesthorpe Court Hotel, a countryside wedding haven nestled in Leicestershire.

Leicestershire, Lutterworth

£ - ££

200 guests

Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings,Venues in Worcestershire
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Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by history at Avoncroft Museum's picturesque chapels.

Worcestershire, Bromsgrove

from £3,500

180 guests

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The Japanese Garden, Wedding Venue in Clackmannanshire

Submerse yourself in the ancient trees and the unique beauty of a traditional Japanese garden set in the Scottish countryside.

Clackmannanshire, Alloa

from £3,000

30 guests

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Marquee weddings at stables wedding farm, oldham greater manchester / lancashire
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The Stables Wedding Farm

Beautiful Marquee Wedding Venue in the Countryside - Saddleworth, Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester, Oldham

£POA

45-150 guests

Colchester Weddings Venues in Essex
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Colchester Weddings

Wedding venue collective Colchester Weddings in Essex offering historic castle, town hall and large event settings.

Essex, Colchester

£ - ££

700 guests

Ocean Kave, Venues in Devon
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Ocean Kave

A North Devon wedding venue for exclusive clifftop ceremonies set within 60 acres of private grounds.

Devon, Bideford

£2,500 - £25,550

150 guests

Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria Sheffield Wedding Venue

Elegant Sheffield hotel weddings with personalised service, expert coordination, and a unique, memorable experience for every couple.

South Yorkshire, Sheffield

£POA

50+ guests

Lakeside venue
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Trigonos, Wedding Venue in Gwynedd

Trigonos: an exclusive, tranquil lakeside wedding venue in Snowdonia with stunning mountain views. Licensed for civil ceremonies. View prices.

Gwynedd, Caernarfon

from £5,000

10-60 guests

Setcops Barn
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Setcops Barn

Restored brick barn wedding venue. Exclusive use, a stunning countryside setting and luxury accommodation.

Lincolnshire, Market Rasen

from £3,750

30-150 guests

Wharton Park Golf & Country Club Venues in Worcestershire
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Wharton Park Golf & Country Club

Celebrate your special day at Wharton Park Golf & Country Club, a picturesque setting where timeless elegance meets modern amenities.

Worcestershire, Bewdley

from £4,000

150 guests

Woodland Treehouse
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The Treehouses

an enchanting woodland wedding venue nestled in the Hampshire countryside with exclusive use.

Hampshire, Brockenhurst

££ - £££

100 guests

The Psalter Restaurant
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The Psalter, Wedding Venue in South Yorkshire

The Psalter: a beautiful, licensed wedding venue in South Yorkshire. Discover elegant spaces, view prices & enquire online for your perfect day.

South Yorkshire, Sheffield

from £1,750

Engel Bar
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Engel Bar and Jang Restaurant, Wedding Venue in East London

Step into a world of timeless elegance and host your special occasion at the Grade I Listed Royal Exchange.

Central London, London

££ - £££

Ingress Abbey Grand Entrance
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Ingress Abbey, Wedding Venue in Kent

Discover Ingress Abbey, a breathtaking and historic wedding venue in the heart of Kent.

Kent

££ - £££

Cheshire, Chester

£POA

200 guests

London Beach Hotel Country Hotel

Say 'I do' on a picturesque Kent beach. Discover your dream wedding venue.

Kent

£POA

120 guests

Nutfield Priory Hotel & Spa Wedding Venue

Discover the majesty of Nutfield Priory Hotel, an exclusive wedding venue. With tailored elegance and unforgettable experiences to cherish.

Surrey, Redhill

from £7,500

30-100 guests

The Carlyon Bay Hotel Wedding Venue

A Luxury Hotel Wedding Venue situated on teh Cornish Coastline, overlooking St Austell Bay

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, St Austell

£POA

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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