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Explore wedding venues from barns and hotels to country houses, gardens and exclusive-use venues. Filter by location, guest numbers and price to choose the right wedding venue, shortlist favourites and contact venues directly. Browse ceremony and reception venues for every guest list.
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The Bear Hotel, Devizes
Planning your Wiltshire wedding? Discover The Bear Hotel's unique charm.
Clawdd Offa Farm
Plan your dream wedding at Clawdd Offa Farm, a picturesque marquee venue in the heart of Flintshire.
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The Farmhouse at Fincham
Discover your boutique barn wedding at our exclusive-use Norfolk countryside estate.
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DoubleTree by Hilton St Annes Manor
Say 'I do' surrounded by history at the stunning DoubleTree by Hilton St Anne's Manor.
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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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The Baths Hall Wedding Venue
Scunthorpe's majestic Baths Hall: a stunning lankmark setting for your special wedding day.
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Poets House
Cambridgeshire couples: discover Poets House, a dream wedding venue.
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Sennowe Park
Sennowe Park: Norfolk's idyllic country estate for unforgettable wedding ceremonies.
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Carnoustie Golf Hotel
Discover Carnoustie Golf Hotel & Spa, where your wedding dreams become a reality amidst the rolling hills of Angus.
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Stonefield Castle
Say "I do" surrounded by breathtaking loch and mountain views. From intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations.
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Mill House Hotel
a picturesque riverside setting for your special day. Licensed for civil ceremonies
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Caledonian Hotel
Scottish Highland romance? The Caledonian Hotel awaits.
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Regent Hotel
Enchanting Argyll wedding venue? Explore Muthu Regent Hotel's bespoke packages.
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The Kings Arms Hotel
Highland romance awaits at The Kings Arms Hotel. Discover your dream wedding venue.
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The Larmer Tree Wedding Venue
Larmer Tree is an award-winning wedding venue on the Wiltshire-Dorset border, offering a blend of history, natural beauty and relaxed luxury.
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Oaksey Park Weddings Wedding Venue
Picturesque Countryside With Bar And Facilities.
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Dartington Hall Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by Dartington Hall's historic splendour. Discover more.
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Upper House Wedding Venue
Upper House, a prestigious wedding venue in Derbyshire, invites you to create unforgettable memories in a tranquil and breathtaking setting.
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Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa Wedding Venue
Nestled in The Cotswolds, Whatley Manor is an enchanting venue for a quintessential English country wedding.
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Bickleigh Castle Wedding Venue
Castle with own private chapel in Devon
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The Corn Barn Wedding Venue
Devon's unique Corn Barn: Rustic charm for unforgettable weddings.
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Skylark Hotel
Essex couples: discover Skylark Hotel, your dream wedding venue.
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Athenaeum Club
Say "I do" surrounded by elegance at the Athenaeum Club, Essex. Discover more.
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The Athenaeum
The Athenaeum: Timeless elegance in the heart of Bury St Edmunds, where your wedding dreams become reality.
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Jimmy's Farm Weddings
Jimmy's Farm Weddings is a relaxed and truly unique experience. Go wild on your wedding day
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Ash Barton Manor Wedding Barn
Devon's Ash Barton Manor: Your dream wedding, your way.
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Buxted Park Hotel
For couples seeking an unforgettable wedding celebration, Buxted Park Hotel in Sussex provides a luxurious setting and exceptional service.
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Chilston Park Hotel a Countryside Wedding Venue
Exchange vows in the grandeur of Chilston Park Hotel, a luxurious wedding venue with picturesque gardens and elegant event spaces.
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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