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Swan - Shakespeare's Globe Wedding Venue

Exchange vows at Shakespeare's Globe, a unique and iconic Central London venue.

Central London

£POA

40-450 guests

Gravetye Manor Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Sussex beauty at Gravetye Manor. Discover more.

West Sussex

£POA

80 guests

Stansted Park Wedding Venue

Stansted Park wedding ceremony

Hampshire

from £20,000

90 guests

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Waterside Arts Centre Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by stunning waterside views at the iconic Waterside Arts Centre.

Greater Manchester

£POA

200 guests

Holiday Inn Coventry M6, Jct 2 Wedding Venue

Planning your Midlands wedding? Holiday Inn Coventry offers stylish spaces for your special day.

West Midlands, Coventry

£POA

200 guests

Hadley Park House Hotel Wedding Venue

Escape to Shropshire's idyllic countryside for your dream wedding at the enchanting Hadley Park House Hotel.

Shropshire

from £2,750

20-200 guests

The Royal George Hotel Wedding Venue

Gloucestershire's Royal George Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.

Gloucestershire, Cheltenham

£POA

120 guests

The Old Lighthouse Wedding Venue

Kent's unique Old Lighthouse: say "I do" with stunning seaside views.

Kent

£POA

50 guests

Army & Navy Club wedding venue.

London's iconic Army & Navy Club: your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

20-200 guests

The Caledonian Club

Weddings are always special at The Caledonian Club - combining originality with tradition and a warm Scottish welcome.

Central London

from £13,200

12-150 guests

Blanch House Hotel

Sussex wedding? Say "I do" in Blanch House's stylish intimacy. Discover more.

East Sussex, Brighton

£POA

80 guests

Brighton College

For an unforgettable wedding celebration set amidst historic grandeur and picturesque grounds, discover Brighton College.

East Sussex, Brighton

£POA

50-200 guests

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Southampton Register Office Wedding Venue

Southampton Register Office: Your perfect Hampshire wedding venue.

Hampshire, Southampton

£POA

Porchester Hall Wedding Venue

Planning a breathtaking London wedding? Discover Porchester Hall's majestic charm.

Central London

£POA

630 guests

Treehouse Hotel Wedding Venue

For an unforgettable wedding in the heart of London, consider Treehouse Hotel, an enchanting venue nestled amidst the city's vibrant energy.

Central London, London

£POA

200 guests

Sunbury Golf Centre Wedding Venue

Surrey's Sunbury Golf Centre: Picture-perfect weddings. Discover more.

Surrey

from £4,500

50-150 guests

Winkworth Farm Wedding Barn

Winkworth Farm, Wiltshire: Say 'I do' in idyllic countryside charm. Discover more.

Wiltshire

£POA

50-300 guests

The Birmingham Botanical Gardens Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by nature's beauty at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Discover more.

West Midlands, Birmingham

£POA

200 guests

Blakesley Hall Museum Wedding Venue

For an unforgettable wedding steeped in history, discover Blakesley Hall Museum, a captivating venue nestled in the heart of the West Midlands.

West Midlands, Birmingham

£POA

80 guests

Great Yarmouth Racecourse Wedding Venue

Say "I do" at Great Yarmouth Racecourse. Find out more about our unique Norfolk wedding venue.

Norfolk

from £3,000

200 guests

The Alexandra Court Hotel

Cheshire couples: Discover The Alexandra Court Hotel, a stunning venue for your perfect day.

Cheshire, Congleton

£POA

50 guests

Maitlandfield House Hotel

Getting married in Lothian Scotland

East Lothian

£POA

200 guests

The Park Royal Hotel Wedding Venue

Cheshire weddings: Say 'I do' in The Park Royal Hotel's stunning setting. Discover more.

Cheshire, Warrington

£POA

350 guests

Elsecar Heritage Centre Wedding Venue

Discover Elsecar Heritage Centre, a captivating historic wedding venue in South Yorkshire, offering enchanting ambiance and timeless memories.

South Yorkshire

£POA

700 guests

Leicestershire, Leicester

£POA

200 guests

Crowne Plaza Belfast

Crowne Plaza Belfast: Say 'I do' in style. Explore our Antrim venue.

County Antrim, Belfast

£POA

Florence Court

Say 'I do' surrounded by historic splendour at Florence Court.

County Fermanagh, Enniskillen

£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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