Find Wedding Venues
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.
I'm looking for
located in
4122 results
Southsea Castle Wedding Venue
Say "I do" with breathtaking sea views at Southsea Castle. Discover more.
Lakeside International Hotel Surrey
Surrey's Lakeside International Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
Windermere Motor Boat Racing Club Wedding Venue
Stunning lakeside wedding venue in Cumbria? Discover Windermere Motor Boat Racing Club.
Ask Our Expert
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.
Sunderland Association Football Club Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' at the Stadium of Light. Find out more about weddings at SAFC.
Ask Our Expert
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.
Croxteth Hall & Country Park Wedding Venue
Create unforgettable memories at Croxteth Hall & Country Park, a stunning wedding venue nestled amidst Merseyside's vibrant heritage.
Hillcrest Hotel Wedding Venue
Cheshire weddings at Hillcrest Hotel: Say 'I do' in style.
Grove Golf Club
Celebrate your special day in style at Grove Golf Club, a picturesque wedding venue nestled in the heart of Bridgend.
Eagle House Hotel Wedding Venue
Say "I do" with breathtaking Cornish views at the Eagle House Hotel.
Newcastle Racecourse Wedding Venue
Newcastle Racecourse: Say 'I do' in style.
The Best Western Stuart Hotel
Planning your dream Derbyshire wedding? Discover the Stuart Hotel's charming elegance.
The Trout Hotel Wedding Venue
Plan your dream Lake District wedding at The Trout Hotel, a stunning venue amidst the captivating beauty of Cumbria.
Belgrave Rooms Wedding Venue
Experience timeless elegance at Belgrave Rooms—Nottinghamshire's perfect backdrop for your unforgettable wedding celebration
Get helpful tips and advice for planning your wedding
Edgbaston Stadium Wedding Venue
Edgbaston Stadium: a unique West Midlands venue for your special day. Learn more.
Tuddenham Mill Wedding Venue
A Perfect Wedding Venue in Suffolk.
Ardmore House Hotel Wedding Venue
Ardmore House Hotel: Your perfect Hertfordshire wedding venue. Discover more.
Get helpful tips and advice for planning your wedding
Mercure Doncaster Danum Hotel
Stylish 'I dos' at Mercure Doncaster Danum Hotel. Discover our beautiful South Yorkshire venue.
Plas Hyfryd Country Hotel
Pembrokeshire's Plas Hyfryd: Your dream country wedding awaits.
Middle Temple Hall Wedding Venue
Celebrate your love in the heart of London at Middle Temple Hall, an enchanting venue for grand weddings.
Malton Registration Office Wedding Venue
Couples seeking a stunning and convenient venue for their wedding in picturesque North Yorkshire should consider Malton Registration Office.
Northallerton Registration Office Wedding Venue
Northallerton Registration Office: Where dreams of a beautiful wedding in North Yorkshire come true.
Allerton Castle Wedding Venue
Discover the grandeur of Allerton Castle, a majestic North Yorkshire castle where your wedding dreams become a reality.
Langstone Cliff Hotel Wedding Venue
Devon's Langstone Cliff Hotel: Say 'I do' with stunning coastal views.
Port Vale Football Club Wedding Venue
For a wedding experience as unforgettable as your love story, consider Port Vale Football Club, Staffordshire's premier wedding venue.
Heritage Park Hotel
Planning your dream Rhondda Cynon Taf wedding? Discover Heritage Park Hotel's unique charm.
Burley Manor, Hotel Wedding Venue
Rustic & charming barn weddings in the New Forest
Lamport Hall Stately Home Wedding Venue
Celebrate your love in the enchanting setting of Lamport Hall, a captivating wedding venue that promises an unforgettable and magical wedding day
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.
Latest Reviews
