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The Glasshouse on the Lock Wedding Venue

Create a magical and memorable wedding at The Glasshouse on the Lock, a stunning North London venue nestled by the tranquil waters of Regent's Canal.

North London, London

£POA

50-100 guests

Beverley Racecourse Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in style at Beverley Racecourse, a unique East Yorkshire wedding venue.

East Yorkshire

£POA

200 guests

Mill Green Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in style at Hertfordshire's idyllic Mill Green Golf Club. Discover more.

Hertfordshire

from £6,000

40-180 guests

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Buckinghamshire Railway Centre Wedding Venue

Create a truly enchanting wedding day at the Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, a picturesque venue with unique railway charm and exceptional facilities.

Buckinghamshire, Aylesbury

from £4,000

2-200 guests

The Heath House Wedding Venue

Staffordshire's idyllic Heath House: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Staffordshire

from £5,000

250 guests

Doubletree by Hilton Glasgow

Say "I do" surrounded by Scottish splendour at the Westerwood Hotel & Golf Resort.

North Lanarkshire, Cumbernauld

£POA

200 guests

Trafalgar Tavern Wedding Venue

Planning a unique East London wedding? Discover the Trafalgar Tavern.

East London, London

£POA

350 guests

Farleigh Golf Club, Countryside Wedding Venue

Farleigh, a stunning Surrey wedding venue, invites couples to create an unforgettable day amidst picturesque scenery and exquisite facilities.

Surrey, Farleigh

£5,300 - £21,950

30-180 guests

Stapleford Park Country House Wedding Venue

Stapleford Park have ceased trading with immediate effect.

Leicestershire, Melton Mowbray

£128 - £198

10-180 guests

Hotel Wrexham

Create lasting memories at Hotel Wrexham, the perfect venue for your special day, with beautiful suites, exquisite food, and exceptional service.

Wrexham

£1,000 - £6,500

120 guests

Warwick Castle Wedding Venue

Unique Castle venue with 1100 years of history.

Warwickshire, Warwick

£3,500 - £18,000

2-180 guests

Stockbridge Farm Barn Wedding Venue

Stunning Medieval Barn set in rural Dorset

Dorset, Sherborne

£POA

30-200 guests

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DoubleTree by Hilton Dartford Bridge Wedding Venue

Create magical memories at DoubleTree by Hilton Dartford Bridge, a charming hotel wedding venue nestled in idyllic Kent.

Kent, Dartford

£3,520 - £8,999

80-180 guests

Macdonald Inchyra Hotel

Discover the stunning setting and bespoke wedding packages at Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa, nestled in the enchanting splendour of Falkirk.

Falkirk

£4,500 - £6,900

2-350 guests

Bradwell Abbey Weddings

Say 'I do' surrounded by history at Bradwell Abbey.

Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes

£POA

120 guests

Exeter Guildhall Wedding Venue

Start your future with the enchantment of the past

Devon, Exeter

£750 - £1,500

Mercure Chester North Woodhey House Hotel Wedding Venue

Cheshire weddings: Say "I do" in Woodhey House's stunning setting. Discover more.

Cheshire, Little Sutton

£2,000 - £6,000

10-200 guests

Broughton Hall Estate Wedding Venue

Yorkshire romance. Broughton Hall Estate: Your dream wedding awaits.

West Yorkshire, Skipton

£21,000 - £100,000

150 guests

Stanbrook Abbey Hotel Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day at Stanbrook Abbey Hotel, a luxurious sanctuary nestled in the heart of Worcestershire.

Worcestershire, Malvern

£5,000 - £30,000

400 guests

Scaplen's Court Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in the historic charm of Scaplen's Court, Dorset.

Dorset, Poole

£POA

80 guests

Twisted Stone Golf Course Wedding Venue

Elevate your wedding day amidst the picturesque greens of our Surrey golf course, Twisted Stone Golf Course.

Surrey, Woking

£POA

Cuddystone Hall Wedding Venue

Planning your dream Northumberland wedding? Discover affordable elegance at Cuddystone Hall.

Northumberland, Woeler

£900 - £1,000

2-120 guests

De Vere Latimer Estate Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day amidst the grandeur of De Vere Latimer Estate, a splendid manor hotel in Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire, Chesham

£11,000 - £20,000

65-180 guests

Ramada Birmingham Solihull Wedding Venue

Solihull's Ramada: Enchanting weddings, West Midlands charm.

West Midlands, Solihull

£POA

200 guests

Kingston Lodge London Hotel Wedding Venue

Kingston Lodge: Say 'I do' in Surrey's idyllic setting.

Surrey, Kingston Upon Thames

£POA

150 guests

Alpheton Hall Barns

Historic Suffolk Barn Wedding & Reception Venue

Suffolk, Sudbury

£POA

50-250 guests

Wantisden Valley Wedding Venue

Suffolk's idyllic Wantisden Valley: your dream wedding ceremony awaits.

Suffolk, Woodbridge

£POA

4-400 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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