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Lord's The Home of Cricket

Marry at the iconic Lord's, a unique and prestigious venue for your special day.

West London, London

£POA

Barnsdale Gardens

Garden Wedding Setting in Rutland

Rutland, Oakham

£POA

Portobello Brewery

Sussex couples: say "I do" at the unique Portobello Brewery. Discover more.

East Sussex, Brighton

£POA

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Bridport Electric Palace

Enchanting Dorset wedding venue: discover the magic of the Bridport Electric Palace.

Dorset, Bridport

£POA

Lindores Abbey Distillery

Say "I do" surrounded by history at Lindores Abbey Distillery. Discover more.

Fife, Newburgh

£POA

Herd Farm

Herd Farm: Say 'I do' in a beautifully rustic West Yorkshire setting. Discover more.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

£POA

Barnbougle Castle

Create unforgettable memories at Barnbougle Castle, an enchanting wedding venue nestled amidst the rolling hills of Midlothian.

Midlothian, Edinburgh

£POA

The Crown Inn at Burnham Beeches

Say "I do" to a romantic wedding at The Crown Inn, a charming and historic venue nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire, Farnham Royal

£POA

Trevassack Lake

Discover Trevassack Lake, Cornwall's enchanting lakeside retreat offering unforgettable wedding ceremonies and unforgettable memories.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Helston

£POA

Howard Court Country Wedding Venue

Blank Canvass Manor House Barn Weddings

County Durham, Middlesborough

£POA

Victoria Baths

Say 'I do' in the breathtaking beauty of Victoria Baths, Manchester – a truly unique wedding venue.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

£POA

Alsager Golf & Country Club

Wed amid Staffordshire's beauty at Alsager Golf Club. Learn more.

Staffordshire, Stoke

£POA

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St Neots Golf Club

Say "I do" surrounded by picturesque Cambridgeshire landscapes at St Neots Golf Club.

Cambridgeshire, St Neots

£POA

Swavesey Windmill

Create the perfect backdrop for your special day at Swavesey Windmill, a charming and unique wedding venue in Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire, Swavesey

£POA

Ventnor Winter Gardens

Say 'I do' with breathtaking seaside views at Ventnor Winter Gardens.

Isle of Wight, Ventnor

£POA

Newcastle City Hall

Say "I do" in grandeur at Newcastle City Hall. Discover more.

Tyne and Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne

£POA

The Swan

Kent's enchanting wedding venue, The Swan, awaits. Discover its magic.

Kent, Tenterden

£POA

Kingdom

Kent's Kingdom: A majestic wedding venue for your special day. Discover more.

Kent, Tonbridge

£POA

FiveFourStudios

Boutique Blank-Canvas Studios & Luxurious Bar

Greater Manchester, Salford

£POA

240 guests

Trading Boundaries

Sussex wedding? Say "I do" at the enchanting Trading Boundaries.

East Sussex, Uckfield

£POA

The Fox and Soar

The Fox and Soar offers a grand yet affordable venue for your special day...

Leicestershire, Leicester, United Kingdom

£400 - £2,000

100 guests

Dalton Old Pump House

Historic Durham charm meets modern elegance at Dalton Old Pump House – your dream wedding venue.

County Durham, Seaham

£POA

The Bentley

Say 'I do' in Merseyside's iconic Bentley: discover a truly unforgettable wedding venue.

Merseyside, Liverpool

£POA

Hautbois Hall

Norfolk's Hautbois Hall: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Norfolk, Norwich

£POA

Beacon Arts Centre

Inverclyde's Beacon Arts Centre: a stunning venue for your special day. Discover more.

Inverclyde, Greenock

£POA

The Tudor Barn Belstead

Planning your dream Suffolk wedding? Discover the Tudor Barn Belstead.

Suffolk, Ipswich

£POA

Halfmoon Farm

Leicestershire's Halfmoon Farm: Say "I do" in rustic romance. Discover more.

Leicestershire, Braunstone

£POA

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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