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The Club House at Baden Hall
Wedding Venue in Eccleshall, fully licensed for civil ceremonies of up to 100 guests and 200 for wedding receptions.
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Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel
A licensed hotel wedding venue in Maidstone, Kent offering flexible ceremony and reception spaces, gardens and guest accommodation.
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Mercure Leeds Parkway Hotel
Create your perfect day at Mercure Leeds Parkway Hotel, a stunning wedding venue in West Yorkshire.
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Macdonald Frimley Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Macdonald Frimley Hall Hotel hosts memorable weddings with charming venues, fine dining and a blissful spa for couples to unwind.
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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.
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Hilton Cobham Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' in Surrey splendour at Hilton Cobham. Discover more.
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Little Quarme Intimate Weddings in Somerset
Plan your perfect day at Little Quarme, an idyllic countryside venue on Exmoor National Park, offering daytime ceremonies up to wedding weeks
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Apex Dunblane Hydro
A stunning hotel in the heart of Central Scotland with views of the Trossachs
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Hilton London Syon Park Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by Syon Park's historic splendour. Discover more.
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Butley Priory
In the wilds of the Suffolk countryside, you'll find the romantic Butley Priory, an exclusive-use venue offering three-day weddings and accommodation
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Barton Manor Hotel Wedding Venue
Exchange vows in a charming setting at Barton Manor Hotel. A Stunning grounds and luxurious accommodation ensure an unforgettable wedding experience.
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Phyllis Court
Riverside wedding venue Phyllis Court Club in Henley-on-Thames with historic manor architecture and river views.
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Tipsis at Mapledurham
Celebrate your idyllic wedding in the enchanting surroundings of Tipis at Mapledurham.
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Shrigley Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Unique Country House Wedding Venue
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Smedmore House Wedding Venue
Discover Smedmore House, a beautiful Dorset historic country house with sea views for unforgettable coastal weddings and celebrations
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Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel
The perfect urban wedding venue. Ideal for both traditional and multicultural weddings
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The Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel Wedding Venue
Plan your dream Bristol or Somerset wedding at The Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel, a stunning venue for unforgettable memories.
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Dunston Hall Hotel
Discover Dunston Hall, an enchanting Norfolk wedding venue where dreams become reality in a setting of timeless elegance.
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Woodhall Spa Manor
a luxurious wedding venue with boutique-style accommodation and self-catering facilities for your exclusive use.
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Country Ways
Country Ways is an exclusive-use North Devon wedding venue with private grounds and five cottages for on-site guest accommodation.
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Voewood House
Escape to the Enchanting Voewood House. Norfolk's Exclusive Use Arts and Crafts Style Wedding Venue.
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Huntsham Court Country House Weddings
Create unforgettable memories at Huntsham Court; a dry hire, no corkage, exclusive wedding venue nestled in the picturesque Devon countryside.
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Harrow Leisure Centre
Harrow Leisure Centre: Stunning west London venue for your special day.
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Aubrey Park Hotel
Welcome to Aubrey Park Hotel, the perfect Hertfordshire venue for your unforgettable wedding celebration.
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Macdonald Botley Park Hotel Wedding Venue
An elegant wedding venue with charming gardens and suites. Packages available for intimate to large celebrations!
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The Conservatory Luton Hoo Walled Garden
The Conservatory at the Luton Hoo Walled Garden: an exclusive marquee venue for events in a private, historic garden.
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Rushton Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Rushton Hall's Breathtaking Orangery
Knockerdown Wedding Village
Self Catering Wedding Venue
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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