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The Cutlers Hall Wedding Venue

The Cutlers’ Hall is without question one of the most romantic wedding venues in Sheffield.

South Yorkshire, Sheffield

from £1,000

20-450 guests

Crab Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Yorkshire romance? Say "I do" at Crab Manor Hotel's charming venue. Discover more.

North Yorkshire, Thirsk

£POA

80 guests

Wedderburn Castle

South of Scotland castle and barn wedding venue

Scottish Borders

from £4,750

150 guests

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Norwich Halls Wedding Venue

Closed for 2024 for refurbishment

Norfolk, Norwich

£POA

500 guests

Reading Town Hall

Grade II listed wedding venue in Berkshire.

Berkshire, Reading

£POA

2-200 guests

The Amadeus Wedding Venue

An elegant, characterful dry-hire reception venue you can personalise.

West London, London

£POA

180 guests

Kew Gardens Wedding Venue

From enchanting gardens to iconic buildings, our venues are designed to create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

West London, Richmond

from £2,500

1-200 guests

Rowheath Pavilion Wedding Venue

A picturesque grade 2 listed ballroom with original 1920's features perfect for ceremonies and receptions

West Midlands

£POA

50-200 guests

Marden Park Mansion Wedding Venue

Marden Park Mansion, a stunning Surrey wedding venue, offers grandeur within historic grandeur for your special day.

Surrey

from £10,000

60-250 guests

The Caledonian Club

Weddings are always special at The Caledonian Club - combining originality with tradition and a warm Scottish welcome.

Central London

from £13,200

12-150 guests

Porchester Hall Wedding Venue

Planning a breathtaking London wedding? Discover Porchester Hall's majestic charm.

Central London

£POA

630 guests

The Dunadry Hotel and Gardens

For a picturesque and unforgettable wedding celebration, discover the enchanting Dunadry Hotel and Gardens in County Antrim.

County Antrim

£POA

50-200 guests

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Belle Isle Castle

Beautiful castle wedding venue, Co. Fermanagh

County Fermanagh, Enniskillen

£POA

50-60 guests

Castle Coole

Fermanagh's perfect palace in the park

County Fermanagh

£POA

Weddings at Quex Park

Say "I do" surrounded by Quex Park's stunning beauty. Discover your dream Kent wedding.

Kent

from £6,495

200 guests

Crabwall Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Cheshire weddings: Say "I do" in Crabwall Manor's stunning chapel. Learn more.

Cheshire, Chester

from £2,195

150 guests

Newstead Abbey Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by history at Newstead Abbey.

Nottinghamshire

from £1,500

70 guests

London Canal Museum Wedding Venue

A venue full of character in an waterside urban beauty spot.

North London, London

from £500

200 guests

The Mitre Hotel, Hampton Court

Riverside wedding venue in Surrey.

Surrey, East Molesey

from £8,500

100 guests

Nonsuch Mansion Wedding Venue

Nonsuch Mansion: Exquisite South London charm for your unforgettable wedding ceremony.

South London

from £8,000

200 guests

Bartons Mill Wedding Venue

Rustic Pub Wedding Venue

Hampshire, Basingstoke

from £6,000

20-130 guests

Winchester Cathedral Wedding Venue

Offering a Brand New Reception Venue, in the Heart of Winchester

Hampshire, Winchester

£POA

50-150 guests

The Mill At Rode Wedding Venue

Stunning Historic Waterside Wedding Venue near Bath

Bristol and Somerset, Frome

£POA

20-110 guests

The Faversham Wedding Venue

Unique & quirky wedding venue

West Yorkshire, Leeds

from £10,000

80-450 guests

Parley Manor Wedding Venue

Parley Manor: Dorset's dream wedding venue. Discover more.

Dorset

£POA

200 guests

Berkeley Castle Wedding Venue

Exclusive Medieval Castle Wedding Venue Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds

Gloucestershire

from £13,400

180 guests

Best Western Chilworth Manor Wedding Venue

Celebrate your perfect day at Best Western Chilworth Manor, a stunning wedding venue in Hampshire.

Hampshire

from £7,200

20-200 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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