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Hockwold Hall

A manor house wedding venue in Norfolk offering exclusive use and overnight accommodation.

Norfolk, Thetford

from £5,500

60-200 guests

Greywalls, Wedding venue, Scotland
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Greywalls

Enchanting Greywalls: Your perfect East Lothian wedding venue. Discover more.

East Lothian, Gullane

£POA

2-300 guests

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Pembroke Castle

a Norman-era wedding venue in Pembrokeshire and the birthplace of Great Britain's only Welsh monarch

Pembrokeshire, Pembroke

££ - £££

500 guests

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Albert Hall Manchester Wedding Venue

Manchester's Albert Hall: A unique Grade II Listed building full of history and grandeur.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

from £17,000

200 guests

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Acklam Hall Wedding Venue

"Hidden Gem" Country House Wedding Venue near Middlesborough

North Yorkshire, Middlesbrough

£5,000 - £13,000

6-120 guests

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Bowcliffe Hall Wedding Venue

One location, endless possibilities.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

from £9,950

30-120 guests

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Grantley Hall
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Grantley Hall

Grantley Hall is a historic North Yorkshire estate offering exclusive use weddings with on-site, Michelin-starred dining.

North Yorkshire, Ripon

from £15,000

2-180 guests

Branxholm Park woodland ceremony room
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Branxholm Park

A private Scottish Borders country house wedding with exclusive use, on-site accommodation and no corkage.

Scottish Borders

££ - £££

85 guests

Spanish City Venues in Tyne and Wear
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Spanish City

19th Century Coastal Wedding Venue

Tyne and Wear, Whitley Bay

£2,749 - £7,500

10-200 guests

Syrencot Venues in Wiltshire
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Syrencot Wedding Venue

An exquisite manor house wedding venue nestled in the heart of Wiltshire Countryside.

Wiltshire, Salisbury

£POA

15-150 guests

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The Pear Tree Wedding Venue

A charming wedding venue nestled amidst picturesque landscapes.

Wiltshire, Swindon

£POA

15-150 guests

Old Palace Chester Venues in Cheshire
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Old Palace Chester Wedding Venue

An exquisite country house wedding venue in Chester, where your dreams of a memorable celebration will be met.

Cheshire, Chester

£POA

15-150 guests

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Holiday Inn Bolton Centre (Cloisters)

Wedding venue in Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester, Bolton

£POA

50-300 guests

Huntsman Venues in Bristol and Somerset
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Huntsman Wedding Venue

Unique Bristol/Somerset wedding? Discover Huntsman, a charming venue.

Bristol and Somerset, Bath

£POA

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Euridge Manor Luxury Weddings

We have reason to believe that Euridge Manor is no longer taking wedding bookings (APRI 2026)

Wiltshire, Chippenham

£22,600

150 guests

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Finlaystone Country Estate

Say "I do" surrounded by breathtaking beauty at Finlaystone Country Estate.

Renfrewshire, Paisley

from £3,500

20-400 guests

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The Town Hall, Marlborough

Edwardian style wedding venue, Marlborough Town Hall

Wiltshire, Marlborough

£POA

350 guests

Castle & Fountain View
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Crossbasket Castle

Crossbasket Castle: Enchanting South Lanarkshire weddings. Discover more.

South Lanarkshire, Glasgow

from £18,000

2-250 guests

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Forss House Hotel

Highland romance awaits at Forss House Hotel. Discover your dream wedding venue.

Highland, Thurso

from £1,500

2-26 guests

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The Kirkwall Hotel

Discover The Kirkwall Hotel for an unforgettable Scottish harbourside wedding experience in the captivating Orkney Islands.

Orkney Islands, Kirkwall

from £70

2-110 guests

London Ellipse Hall
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Museum of London Barbican

Unique Historic Venue for Your Wedding!

Central London

£POA

800 guests

Newland Hall Venues in Essex
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Newland Hall

Essex wedding venue Newland Hall, Roxwell, offering licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony settings and marquee receptions.

Essex, Chelmsford

from £2,995

10-200 guests

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Walled Garden Baumber

Say 'I do' surrounded by fragrant blooms, exposed brickwork and a charming, rustic atmosphere of The Walled Garden at Baumber

Lincolnshire, Horncastle

£POA

20-160 guests

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Bishop's Cleeve Tithe Barn

Historic Wedding Barn. Hire for the weekend with the freedom to create your own special day

Gloucestershire, Cheltenham

from £2,000

120 guests

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The Guildhall Cardigan

The Guildhall Cardigan is a historic wedding venue in Ceredigion, celebrated for its significant Grade II* listed 'modern Gothic' architecture.

Ceredigion, Cardigan

from £420

12-120 guests

St Marys London Venue in Central London
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St Mary's London

Exclusively yours in the heart of London — a timeless setting for unforgettable wedding celebrations

Central London

from £3,995

50-300 guests

Duisdale House Hotel Venues in Highland
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Duisdale House Hotel Wedding Venue

Dreaming of a Highland wedding? Discover Duisdale House Hotel.

Highland, Isle of Skye

£11,800 - £21,350

50-80 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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