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The Council House

Nottingham's iconic Council House: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Nottinghamshire, Nottingham

£POA

Butchers' Hall Wedding Venue Central London
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Butchers' Hall

a historic livery hall in the City of London, offering five event spaces including a rooftop garden.

Central London, Barbican

£POA

Newhall House
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Newhall Estate

Estate with Choice of Location

Midlothian

££££

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Castle Green Hotel Wedding Venue

Castle Green Hotel is a luxurious four-star wedding venue on the edge of the Lake District

Cumbria, Kendal

£1,150 - £9,200

2-250 guests

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Ruddington Grange Golf Club Ltd Wedding Venue

Discover Ruddington Grange, a Nottinghamshire wedding venue with scenic surrounds and bespoke packages to create a memorable day.

Nottinghamshire

from £2,795

200 guests

Chippenham Park House
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Chippenham Park Wedding Venue

An Elegant English Garden Wedding Venue

Cambridgeshire, Ely

from £3,500

60-200 guests

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The Mandeville Hotel

Planning a luxurious central London wedding? Discover The Mandeville Hotel.

Central London, Marylebone

£ - ££

20-120 guests

Rowton Hall Hotel and Spa Venues in Cheshire
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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.

Cheshire, Chester

£2,400 - £10,000

2-200 guests

Wharfedale Grange Venues in Yorkshire - North
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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.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

£££ - ££££

250 guests

Inside Askham Hall in Cumbria. The barn is set for wedding breakfast and there are fairylights strung over the beams.
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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.

Cumbria, Penrith

£10,000 - £15,000

30-200 guests

The Guildhall, Bury St Edmunds

Stunning Historic Grade I Listed Wedding Venue in the Heart of Bury St Edmunds

Suffolk, Bury St Edmunds

£600 - £5,000

120 guests

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Middleport Pottery

For a truly unique wedding venue steeped in industrial heritage, a timeless Grade II* listed Victorian pottery factory.

Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent

£5,500

30-250 guests

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Ty Fry Manor Wedding Venue, Anglesey
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Ty Fry Manor

A luxury Manor House available for exclusive hire

Isle of Anglesey, Rhoscefnhir

£POA

Randolph Hotel Venues in Oxfordshire
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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.

Oxfordshire, Oxford

from £12,000

4-250 guests

Leighton Hall Venues in Lancashire
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Leighton Hall Wedding Venue

Leighton Hall: Lancashire's fairytale setting for your dream wedding. Discover more.

Lancashire, Carnforth

£3,500 - £10,000

110 guests

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.

Hertfordshire, Knebworth

from £10,500

80-150 guests

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Union Kirk

Aberdeenshire's Union Kirk: Your perfect, picturesque wedding venue. Discover more.

Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen

£2,500 - £20,000

80-250 guests

Wedding venue in Newport Pagnell
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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.

Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes

from £500

20-200 guests

Walled Garden Helperby Yorkshire 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.

North Yorkshire, York

£4,000 - £30,000

200 guests

Down Hall hotel wedding venue
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Down Hall Hotel

A historic mansion house set in an area of outstanding beauty, available for your wedding exclusively!

Essex, Bishops Stortford

from £10,000

30-250 guests

Nonsuch Mansion, Wedding venue near London
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Nonsuch Mansion

An exclusive-use Grade II* listed Tudor Gothic wedding venue set within 300 acres of Surrey parkland.

South London, Sutton

from £8,000

200 guests

Mansion House Wedding Venue in Buckinghamshire - Stoke Place
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Stoke Place Wedding Venue

Celebrate your wedding in unforgettable style at Stoke Place, a captivating Queen Anne Mansion House, in 26 acres of parkland

Buckinghamshire, Stoke Poges

from £13,000

20-160 guests

Medieval Banquet Hall dating back to 1066AD
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Park Hall Hotel Chorley

Large Hotel with 3 beautiful function suites and lakeside views

Lancashire, Chorley

from £2,500

40-400 guests

Ensana Buxton Crescent

Celebrate your love in the opulent grandeur of Ensana Buxton Crescent, a luxurious wedding venue nestled in the picturesque heart of Derbyshire.

Derbyshire, Buxton

from £7,500

60-180 guests

Our Devonshire Suite can fit up to 220 guests. The perfect space for your wedding.
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The Rougemont Hotel by Sunday Wedding Venue

Plan your dream wedding at The Rougemont Hotel, a charming Devon venue offering stunning settings and tailored packages.

Devon, Exeter

from £4,125

20-250 guests

 Dumbleton Hall Hotel Venues in Worcestershire
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Dumbleton Hall Hotel Wedding Venue

The extremely exciting and extensive renovation at Dumbleton Hall is almost complete and we will be reopening Spring 2026

Worcestershire, Evesham

£POA

60-200 guests

Bride and groom outside The Castle Hotel at Taunton
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The Castle Hotel at Taunton

A historic landmark and hotel wedding venue in Taunton

Bristol and Somerset, Taunton

from £6,200

4-110 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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