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De Vere Horsley Estate

Surrey wedding venue De Vere Horsley Estate with a Victorian mansion, secret chapel, cloisters and lakeside lawns.

59 reviews

Surrey, Leatherhead

from £3,500

50-250 guests

The Warren Estate Venues in Essex
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The Rose Barn at The Warren Estate

Essex barn wedding venue The Warren Estate in Maldon with exclusive use of The Rose Barn and gardens.

41 reviews

Essex, Maldon

from £6,600

50-250 guests

Chicheley Hall Weddings Buckinghamshire
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Chicheley Hall Wedding Venue

Escape to the grandeur of Chicheley Hall, an exclusive use manor house wedding venue in the picturesque Buckinghamshire countryside

163 reviews

Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes

from £9,999

50-110 guests

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Parkhill Hotel

Parkhill Hotel country-house wedding venue in Suffolk featuring historic Barn and flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces.

7 reviews

Suffolk

from £5,000

300 guests

The Roseate Reading Venues in Berkshire
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The Roseate Reading Wedding Venue

5 Star Townhouse Hotel & Wedding Venue, ideal for Intimate Wedding Days

2 reviews

Berkshire, Reading

from £2,500

10-80 guests

Wedding Safari
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Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve

Wedding venue in Kent set within a wildlife reserve, offering varied licensed settings and on-site stays across the estate.

30 reviews

Kent, Ashford

from £10,000

20-140 guests

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Broadoaks Boutique Country House

Boutique Lake District venue offering exclusive hire, landscaped gardens and flexible spaces to shape your wedding uniquely.

57 reviews

Cumbria, Windermere

from £3,745

4-150 guests

Safari Venues | Venues in Worcestershire
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West Midlands Safari Park

Wedding venue West Midlands Safari Park in Worcestershire offering a Georgian manor, modern Cellarz and large pavilion.

5 reviews

Worcestershire, Bewdley

from £11,000

60-400 guests

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Priston Mill

Plan your perfect day at Priston Mill, a stunning wedding venue in an idyllic location set within the picturesque countryside of Somerset.

73 reviews

Bristol and Somerset

from £7,500

50-200 guests

Elmhay Park
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Elmhay Park

Somerset wedding venue with Victorian walled gardens, exclusive use, on-site accommodation, and flexible one- to three-day packages.

17 reviews

Bristol and Somerset, Frome

from £6,592

500 guests

Asian Wedding at London Chigwell Prince Regent Hotel External Caterers in Essex London
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London Chigwell Prince Regent Hotel

Hotel Wedding Venue The London Chigwell Prince Regent in Essex with Georgian architecture and flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony function halls.

1 review

Essex, Epping

from £4,500

20-400 guests

The Command House at The Historic Dockyard in Chatham, Licensed for Weddings
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The Historic Dockyard in Chatham Wedding Venue

New for 2026, The Commissioner's House returns to The Historic Dockyard Chatham; Restored, renewed, ready for your love story.

8 reviews

Kent, Chatham

from £4,850

40-200 guests

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Melville Castle Venues in Midlothian
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Melville Castle

Your Scottish castle wedding, your way – exclusive or non-exclusive, just minutes from Edinburgh

14 reviews

Midlothian, Edinburgh

from £5,740

2-200 guests

Weddings at the Royal Clifton Hotel in Southport
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The Royal Clifton Hotel

A historic seafront wedding venue in Southport, offering elegant suites, Victorian charm and picturesque promenade views.

2 reviews

Merseyside, Southport

from £2,495

4-250 guests

Caer Rhun Hall Wedding Venue in Conwy
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Caer Rhun Hall

Discover Caer Rhun Hall, a magnificent countryhouse hotel wedding venue set within stunning Welsh countryside, for an unforgettable day.

Conwy, Llandudno

from £6,500

4-150 guests

Your Wedding Ceremony Vision, at Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel
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Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel

Plan your dream wedding at Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel, a barn wedding venue nestled amidst the stunning Surrey Hills.

94 reviews

Surrey, Dorking

from £5,150

60-180 guests

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Lion and Swan Hotel

Boutique wedding venue The Lion and Swan in Congleton offering historic character and flexible multi-space celebrations.

9 reviews

Cheshire, Congleton

from £4,000

10-150 guests

Wild Fern Photography
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Wick Farm Bath

Discover the romance of our historic barn wedding venue in the heart of Somerset.

16 reviews

Bristol and Somerset, Bath

from £5,650

40-200 guests

Parkland Weddings at Cokethorpe School
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Parkland Weddings

Cokethorpe School wedding venue in Witney offering exclusive use and marquee receptions

Oxfordshire, Witney

£POA

20-200 guests

Cambridge Wedding Gonville
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The Gonville Hotel

Luxury hotel wedding venue, Gonville Hotel Cambridge, with licensed Atrium ceremonies for 120 guests.

1 review

Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

£POA

4-150 guests

Grade II* listed Castle for weddings up to 100 guests
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Swinton Park and Estate

Country estate wedding venue, Swinton Estate in North Yorkshire, offering castle celebrations, woodland ceremonies and outdoor receptions.

6 reviews

North Yorkshire, Ripon

from £5,335

2-100 guests

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

Grade II listed hotel wedding venue, Kimpton Clocktower Hotel Manchester, offering multiple ceremony spaces and dedicated wedding management.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

from £6,000

15-700 guests

Gardens and The Architect Chester Wedding Venue in Cheshire
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The Architect

Set in the heart of Chester, The Architect offers a beautiful and historic setting for your wedding day with breathtaking views

Cheshire, Chester

£POA

Bride and Groom leaving King Street Townhouse - wedding venue manchester
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King Street Townhouse

Dream Manchester wedding? King Street Townhouse offers a stunning city centre venue. View our packages, explore our spaces & enquire today.

3 reviews

Greater Manchester, Manchester

£POA

50-130 guests

A Grand Entrance up The Hogarth Stair
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Barts North Wing

Barts North Wing - one of London’s most breathtaking Georgian venues

Central London, Holborn

££ - £££

4-200 guests

Unique RAF Wedding Venue in Lincoln(shire)
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International Bomber Command Centre

Your unforgettable celebrations at the International Bomber Command Centre. A unique, award-winning Lincolnshire wedding venue with stunning views

Lincolnshire, Lincoln

££ - £££

4-150 guests

The Coach House Barn at Dorney Court

The Coach House Barn at Dorney Court - a historic Berkshire barn wedding venue offering country charm and unforgettable celebrations.

4 reviews

Berkshire, Windsor

£7,000 - £35,000

40-120 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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