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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 Council House
Nottingham's iconic Council House: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.
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Butchers' Hall (87 Bart's Close)
a historic livery hall in the City of London, offering five event spaces including a rooftop garden.
Newhall Estate
Estate with Choice of Location
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Castle Green Hotel
Castle Green Hotel is a 4-star Kendal wedding venue in 14 acres of grounds, operating a one-wedding-per-day policy.
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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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Chippenham Park Wedding Venue
Chippenham Park is a privately-owned Grade II listed house, nestled within 300 acres of Parkland and Gardens
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The Mandeville Hotel
Planning a luxurious central London wedding? Discover The Mandeville Hotel.
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Rowton Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Celebrate your special day in the enchanting surroundings of Rowton Hall Hotel and Spa – your dream Cheshire wedding venue.
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Wharfedale Grange
Wharfedale Grange is a family-run, exclusive-use barn wedding venue, blending farmhouse character with glamorous, interior-led design.
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Trinity House
Exclusive-use historic Georgian venue Trinity House, London EC3N | city location with Tower of London views.
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Cartmel Old Grammar Country House
With Exclusive use of the entire property including luxurious bedrooms, Georgian dining hall, reception rooms & private bar
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Askham Hall
Situated along the edge of the beautiful Lake District National Park in Cumbria, the venue is suitable for celebrations of all sizes and styles.
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The Renaissance at Kelham Hall
The Renaissance at Kelham Hall is a Grade I listed wedding and events venue designed by Victorian architect Sir George Gilbert Scott.
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The Guildhall, Bury St Edmunds
Stunning Historic Grade I Listed Wedding Venue in the Heart of Bury St Edmunds
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Middleport Pottery
For a truly unique wedding venue steeped in industrial heritage, a timeless Grade II* listed Victorian pottery factory.
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Ty Fry Manor
A luxury Manor House available for exclusive hire
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The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
Oxford hotel venue Graduate by Hilton combining multiple event rooms with on-site bedrooms in historic city centre.
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Leighton Hall Wedding Venue
Leighton Hall: Lancashire's fairytale setting for your dream wedding. Discover more.
Knebworth House & Barns Wedding Venue
Iconic Knebworth House & Barns, nestled in the heart of Hertfordshire, is a wedding venue where memories are made and never forgotten.
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Hatfield Park
Make your dream wedding a reality at the magnificent Hatfield Park, a historic estate offering an unparalleled setting and exceptional hospitality.
Goodwood Estate
A luxury wedding venue in Chichester, which offers various spaces for wedding and special events.
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The Walled Garden
A Captivating Walled Garden Wedding Venue. Set in the Heart of the Cowdray Estate in Midhurst, West Sussex.
Union Kirk
Aberdeenshire's Union Kirk: Your perfect, picturesque wedding venue. Discover more.
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Hickleton Hall
Stunning Marquee Wedding Venue in South Yorkshire
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Holiday Inn Milton Keynes East Wedding Venue
Rural venue in Newport Pagnell, blending Georgian charm with contemporary comforts, making it a versatile and picturesque wedding venue.
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The Walled Garden
An exclusive walled garden wedding venue in North Yorkshire, offering historic charm, flexible outdoor spaces and intimate elegance.
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Down Hall Hotel
A historic mansion house set in an area of outstanding beauty, available for your wedding exclusively!
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Nonsuch Mansion
An exclusive-use Grade II* listed Tudor Gothic wedding venue set within 300 acres of Surrey parkland.
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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