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Wild by Nature at Lower House Farm
Wild Weddings at Lower House Farm. Sustainable farm weddings, inspired by nature.
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Ufton Court Wedding Venue
Tithe Barn and Manor House Wedding Venue in Berkshire
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The Grand
Celebrate your love in the grandeur of The Grand, Hampshire's most sought-after wedding venue, where elegance meets exquisite dining.
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Blackbrook Barns
Rustic yet elegant Staffordshire barn wedding venue for personalised ceremonies and receptions.
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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 Reading Room Wedding Venue
A hidden gem in the beautiful Norfolk countryside
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Hotel Du Vin Brighton Boutique Hotel Wedding Venue
Celebrate your love at Hotel Du Vin Brighton, a Sussex wedding venue with award-winning cuisine and an intimate atmosphere.
Hotel du Vin Wimbledon
Celebrate your special day in style at Hotel du Vin Wimbledon, a stunning wedding venue in South London
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The Sessions House, Spalding
A Historic Wedding Venue with Exclusive Use in Spalding.
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The Long Gallery
Historic wedding venue, Abingdon Abbey Buildings, Oxfordshire, with medieval Unicorn Theatre and riverside gardens.
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Ditton Manor
Exchange vows amidst grandeur at Berkshire's historic idyllic mansion wedding venue
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Lakeview Marquee
Exchange vows in a stunning lakeside setting at Lakeview Marquee, an enchanting wedding venue in Essex.
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Chiltern Open Air Museum
Create unforgettable wedding memories amidst stunning historic buildings and picturesque gardens surrounded by stunning woodland in Chalfont St Giles
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The Evenlode
Pub and boutique hotel The Evenlode in Eynsham, Oxfordshire, offering civil ceremony licences and flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces.
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Bolesworth Estate
Luxury Cheshire wedding venue with marquee, castle and English gardens.
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Bryanston School Weddings
Escape to Bryanston School, a stunning Dorset wedding venue with enchanting gardens, elegant halls, and exceptional service for an unforgettable day.
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Pittville Pump Room Wedding Venue
Pittville Pump Room offers a bespoke, magical experience in a stunning historic setting. Your dream wedding, our expertise.
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Cheltenham Town Hall
Cheltenham Town Hall offers a bespoke, magical experience in a stunning historic setting. Your dream wedding, our expertise.
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Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway, Wedding Venue in North Yorkshire
Step back in time & experience the romance of steam as you celebrate your marriage at the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway.
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Royal Liver Suite
Plan your dream wedding at Royal Liver Suite Merseysides exquisite venue. Enquire about availability, view pricing and discover the grandeur that awai
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Marden Park Mansion Wedding Venue
Marden Park Mansion, a stunning Surrey wedding venue, offers grandeur within historic grandeur for your special day.
Dulwich College Wedding Venue
For an unforgettable wedding in leafy South London, consider Dulwich College, an elegant venue with charming surroundings and exceptional hospitality.
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St Osyth Priory Estate
Create your timeless love story at St Osyth Priory, Essex.
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Walled Garden Events
Say "I do" in Essex's enchanting Walled Garden. Discover your dream wedding venue.
National Trust Mompesson, Wedding Venue in Wiltshire
Say "I do" at the stunning Mompesson House in Wiltshire. View pricing, send enquiries and discover this beautiful National Trust venue.
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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