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The Renaissance at Kelham Hall

Wedding Venue in Nottinghamshire

Nottinghamshire, Newark

£POA

20-1000 guests

Aston Hall Wedding Venue

Aston Hall: A stunning West Midlands venue for your perfect day. Discover more.

West Midlands, Birmingham

£POA

80 guests

Syon Marquee, a Walled Garden Wedding Venue on Syon Park Estate

Celebrate your special day in grandeur at Syon Marquee, a luxurious wedding venue nestled in West London.

West London, Brentford

from £18,000

250-600 guests

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Drenagh

Say 'I do' amidst Drenagh's historic splendour. Discover more about our unique wedding venue.

County Londonderry

£POA

200 guests

The Carriage Rooms At Montalto

County Down's Carriage Rooms at Montalto: Your dream wedding awaits.

County Down

£POA

50-190 guests

Lissanoure Castle
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Lissanoure Castle

This award winning wedding venue is situated in the heart of a privately owned estate, surrounded by parkland, lakes and beautiful vistas of the glens

County Antrim

from £500

10-300 guests

Corick House Hotel

Say "I do" in the idyllic splendour of Corick House Hotel. Discover more.

County Tyrone

£POA

200-200 guests

The Old Inn

Timeless moments redefined with intimate weddings at The Old Inn

County Down

from £3,500

10-50 guests

Hagley Hall Wedding Venue

Discover Hagley Hall's enchanting wedding venue with elegant spaces and stunning countryside views

Worcestershire

£POA

1500 guests

County Londonderry

£POA

120-200 guests

Bride and groom in front of castle wedding venue
Matt Embury

Tretower Court and Castle

Beautiful Historic Castle Wedding Ceremony Venue in the heart of the Brecon Beacons.

Powys

from £685

4-100 guests

Castle Ward

The perfect backdrop to your wedding ceremony

County Down

£POA

120-200 guests

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Birtsmorton Court Wedding Venue

Discover the enchanting Birtsmorton Court, the quintessential Worcestershire wedding venue for an unforgettable celebration.

Worcestershire

from £6,000

40-200 guests

Larchfield Estate

Larchfield Estate: Say 'I do' surrounded by County Down's stunning scenery. Discover more.

County Down, Lisburn

from £5,500

250 guests

St Cross Hospital Wedding Venue

St Cross Hospital: a historic Hampshire venue for a truly memorable wedding.

Hampshire, Winchester

£POA

250 guests

Mercure Tunbridge Wells Wedding Venue

Unforgettable wedding memories await at Mercure Tunbridge Wells, an enchanting hotel venue in Kent's picturesque countryside.

Kent

from £1,000

150 guests

Netley Hall Estate, Georgian Mansion

Shropshire's Netley Hall Estate: Your dream country wedding awaits.

Shropshire, Shrewsbury

from £5,000

200 guests

Circomedia Wedding Venue

Historic church wedding venue look no further than Circomedia.

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

£POA

120-200 guests

The National Library of Wales

A spectacular, iconic setting for your wedding, offering a bespoke experience.

Ceredigion, Aberystwyth

£750 - £2,000

60 guests

Stapleford Park Country House Wedding Venue

Stapleford Park have ceased trading with immediate effect.

Leicestershire, Melton Mowbray

£128 - £198

10-180 guests

Barony Castle Hotel

The Barony Castle is a hidden gem, with picturesque grounds, and a highly experienced team with many years’ experience.

Scottish Borders, Eddleston

£1,500 - £25,000

2-110 guests

Cedar Court Hotel Harrogate

Indulge in an unforgettable wedding experience at Cedar Court Hotel Harrogate, where elegance and hospitality intertwine.

North Yorkshire, Harrogate

£POA

30-180 guests

The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple Wedding Venue

Inner Temple: historic London charm for your perfect wedding day.

Central London, London

£POA

100-400 guests

Calke Abbey Wedding Venue

A rustic, blank-canvas barn-style wedding venue

Derbyshire, Derby

£POA

80-200 guests

Dufferin Coaching Inn

Dufferin Coaching Inn: Historic charm for your perfect County Down wedding.

County Down, Killyleagh

£POA

110 guests

Brooklands Museum Weddings

Say "I do" surrounded by motoring history at Brooklands Museum, Surrey. Discover more.

Surrey, Weybridge

£POA

60-250 guests

Hilltop Country House

Discover Hilltop Country House, an idyllic Country House Hotel wedding venue set among rolling hills

Cheshire, Prestbury

£8,000 - £20,000

30-200 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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