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Wennington Hall
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Wennington Hall

Discover the grandeur of Wennington Hall, an exclusive country house wedding venue, where your dream day becomes a reality.

Lancashire, Lancaster

£POA

25-250 guests

Llanelli wedding venue - The Diplomat Hotel
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The Diplomat Hotel & Spa

Discover The Diplomat Hotel, Llanelli's premier wedding venue for an unforgettable day.

Carmarthenshire, Llanelli

£POA

70-250 guests

Bride at St Marys Guildhall
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St Mary's Guildhall

Step back into grandeur at St. Mary's Guildhall, a historic gem that promises an unforgettable wedding in the heart of the West Midlands.

West Midlands, Coventry

£POA

120 guests

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Egypt Mill

Celebrate your special day in the picturesque Cotswolds at Egypt Mill, a charming pub hotel venue offering bespoke wedding experiences.

Gloucestershire, Stroud

from £7,995

20-150 guests

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The Octagon Barn

Plan your perfect day at The Octagon Barn, a countryside venue with a unique setting for your ceremony and reception.

Norfolk, Plumstead

£4,725 - £7,800

250 guests

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Foxcombe Hall

Grade II listed architecture at Foxcombe Hall in Oxfordshire with woodland grounds for summer weekend weddings.

Oxfordshire, Oxford

£4,400 - £7,500

150 guests

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Sandon Manor, Wedding Venue in Hertfordshire

Escape to the enchanting Sandon Manor, a romantic wedding haven nestled in the heart of Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire, Buntingford

from £4,500

18-150 guests

Hall in The Guildhall decorated for the wedding breakfast
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The Guildhall

Planning a Cambridgeshire wedding? Discover the historic Guildhall's unique charm.

Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

£POA

50-500 guests

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The Great Barn at Headstone Manor & Museum, Wedding Venue in North London

Discover The Great Barn at Headstone Manor & Museum for your unforgettable wedding day in the heart of North London's history.

North London, Harrow

£POA

200 guests

The Ballroom
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The Whitworth Centre, Wedding Venue in Derbyshire

Wedding and special events venue

Derbyshire, Chesterfield

£4,500 - £9,000

180 guests

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Layer Marney Tower Marquee

Historical wedding venue

Essex, Colchester

from £3,550

30-200 guests

Cain Manor Music Room Ceremony
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Cain Manor

Exclusive Use Barn-Style Wedding Venue in Surrey

Hampshire, Bordon

from £3,750

40-200 guests

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Boconnoc

Historic Cornwall country estate wedding venue with parkland, lakeside views and exclusive celebration spaces.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

£POA

50-200 guests

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Villa Maggio, Overseas Wedding Venue

Villa Maggio is an ancient located in Sicily, Italy, where you can celebrate your wedding

Italy, Vittoria

£3,000 - £5,000

20-250 guests

Westenhanger Castle in Kent
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Westenhanger Castle Wedding Venue

Castle Wedding Venue with Manor House

Kent, Hythe

£6,500 - £17,320

50-300 guests

Fairyhill Wedding Venue South Wales
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Fairyhill Wedding Venue

Exclusive wedding venue, picture perfect setting

Swansea, Swansea

£POA

55-300 guests

Bride and groom at Ivory Tower Wedding Venue Preston
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Ivory Tower

A Historic characterful wedding venue in Preston, available with a ceremony license. Maximum Capacity is 400 Guests!!

Lancashire, Preston

£90 - £115

65-350 guests

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Bowerchalke Barn, Wedding Venue in Wiltshire

Thatch Threshing Barn Wedding Venue near Salisbury

Wiltshire, Salisbury

£5,000 - £7,500

130 guests

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Langley Castle Hotel Wedding Venue

Langley Castle Hotel, a majestic backdrop for your wedding. Explore our grand Great Hall and enchanting woodland gardens for a regal celebration.

Northumberland, Hexham

from £2,000

4-150 guests

Blackfriars Restaurant weddings

Blackfriars Restaurant - Stunning wedding venue in the heart of Newcastle Upon Tyne

Tyne and Wear, Newcastle upon Tyne

from £2,000

2-65 guests

Bardney Hall,Venues in Lincolnshire
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Bardney Hall

Exclusive Use Country House Wedding Venue on the border of East Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire, Barton-upon-Humber

from £1,000

15-100 guests

herefordshire barn weddings nature rustic open spaces
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Wild by Nature at Lower House Farm

Wild Weddings at Lower House Farm. Sustainable farm weddings, inspired by nature.

Herefordshire, Hereford

from £3,961

40-120 guests

Ufton Court Weddings Venues in Berkshire
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Ufton Court Wedding Venue

Tithe Barn and Manor House Wedding Venue in Berkshire

Berkshire, Reading

from £2,375

15-150 guests

Blackbrook Barn, Staffordshires newest wedding venue
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Blackbrook Barns

Rustic yet elegant Staffordshire barn wedding venue for personalised ceremonies and receptions.

Staffordshire, Lichfield

£4,950 - £14,000

40-125 guests

wedding at Hotel Du Vin Bristol Avon Gorge Hotel
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Hotel Du Vin Bristol Avon Gorge Hotel

Host your dream wedding in a historic and dramatic setting overlooking the breathtaking Avon Gorge at Hotel Du Vin Bristol.

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

from £5,000

30-300 guests

Exclusive Use Courtyard Wedding Breakfast
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Hotel Du Vin Winchester Hotel Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love story at Hotel Du Vin Winchester, an enchanting hotel wedding venue nestled in the heart of Hampshire.

Hampshire, Winchester

from £4,000

10-120 guests

wedding at  Royal Tunbridge Wells Hotel Du Vin in Kent
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Hotel Du Vin Tunbridge Wells Hotel Wedding Venue

Plan your perfect wedding day at the idyllic Hotel Du Vin Tunbridge Wells, offering stunning gardens and exquisite cuisine in the heart of Kent.

Kent

from £3,000

30-120 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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