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Fernie Castle

A Traditional Scottish Castle

Fife, Cupar

£POA

200 guests

Fredricks Restaurante Wedding Venue

North London wedding? Discover Fredricks, a unique venue.

North London, London

£POA

Blue Bird Wedding Venue

Planning a Chelsea wedding? Discover Blue Bird, a unique West London venue.

West London

£POA

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Conservatory at The Barbican Wedding Venue

For an unforgettable Central London wedding venue in a unique and iconic location, discover The Conservatory at The Barbican

Central London

£POA

80-650 guests

Herstmonceux Castle

Our Venue is not taking wedding bookings until late 2025

East Sussex, Hailsham

£POA

200 guests

Coq d'Argent Wedding Venue

Planning a stylish London wedding? Discover Coq d'Argent.

Central London

£POA

Dalhousie Castle and Spa

Celebrate your love in grandeur at Dalhousie Castle and Spa, a breathtaking wedding venue nestled in the heart of Bonnyrigg

Midlothian, Edinburgh

£POA

Greater Manchester, Manchester

£POA

200 guests

The Stanneylands Hotel Wedding Venue

Cheshire weddings: Discover Stanneylands Hotel, a stunning place of worship for your special day.

Cheshire, Wilmslow

£POA

200 guests

Village Hotel, Manchester Cheadle

From lavish occasions to more intimate affairs, say I Do at Village Hotels, Cheadle.

Greater Manchester, Cheadle

from £5,000

50-130 guests

Stonehouse Court Hotel Wedding Venue

Cotswold Country Manor House Wedding Venue

Gloucestershire, Stroud

from £2,500

120 guests

Wrexham Llyndir Hall Hotel

Wrexham's Llyndir Hall: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Wrexham

£POA

200 guests

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Boringdon Hall Hotel Wedding Venue

Elizabethan Manor House

Devon, Plymouth

from £2,000

2-120 guests

Wycombe Swan Wedding Venue

Wycombe Swan: Exquisite Buckinghamshire weddings. Discover more.

Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe

£POA

50-200 guests

Princes Risborough Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by stunning Buckinghamshire countryside at Princes Risborough Golf Club.

Buckinghamshire, Princes Risborough

£POA

50-200 guests

National Trust Stowe Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Stowe's breathtaking beauty. Discover more.

Buckinghamshire, Buckingham

£POA

50-200 guests

Reading Town Hall

Grade II listed wedding venue in Berkshire.

Berkshire, Reading

£POA

2-200 guests

Waltham Abbey Town Hall

Waltham Abbey Town Hall: Your perfect Essex wedding venue. Discover more.

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

Large hotel wedding venue in Central London, available for Dry Hire, ideal for intimate weddings.

West London, London

£POA

80-120 guests

London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square

Planning a luxurious central London wedding? Discover Grosvenor Square.

Central London, London

from £115

200-500 guests

London Marriott Hotel Regents Park

Discover the Marriott Regents Park's magical Ballroom. Ideal for your Wedding Reception!

West London, London

£POA

200-200 guests

The Stables at Crossbutt Wedding Venue

North Yorkshire's enchanting Stables at Crossbutt: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

North Yorkshire, Whitby

£POA

200 guests

Bre Pen Farm

Craft unforgettable wedding memories at Bre Pen Farm, a charming Marquee & Field Hire set amidst the breathtaking Cornish and Scilly countryside.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Newquay

£POA

Philipburn Country House Hotel

Philipburn Country House Hotel offers weddings in a stunning Scottish Borders setting.

Scottish Borders

£POA

200 guests

Lakeside - Ponderosa Zoo

Say "I do" surrounded by wildlife at Ponderosa Zoo's unique Lakeside Restaurant.

West Yorkshire

£POA

Dumfries Arms Hotel

Stylish Boutique Wedding Venue

Ayrshire East

from £40

1-250 guests

Hangleton Manor Inn

Escape to the picturesque Sussex countryside for an unforgettable wedding at Hangleton Manor Inn, where timeless charm meets impeccable hospitality.

East Sussex, Hove

£POA

80 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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