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Clarion Charlecote Pheasant

Hotel Wedding Venue with a 16th Century Converted Hayloft

6 reviews

Warwickshire, Stratford-upon-Avon

from £3,995

50-120 guests

Angie & Joes Wedding, celebrating their marriage in the hotel courtyard with friends and family. The Hotel Courtyard is open air with easy access to the function room, Picturesque for photos
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The Cock Hotel Wedding Venue

The Cock Hotel, Stony Stratford (near Milton Keynes) Weddings & Ceremonies up to 150 guests

3 reviews

Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes

from £1,000

80-100 guests

Shieldaig Lodge
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Shieldaig Lodge Hotel

Highland Hunting Lodge and boutique hotel wedding venue in Gairloch, Scotland that hosts elopements and weddings of up to 60 guests.

2 reviews

Highland, Gairloch

£POA

2-30 guests

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Badminton Estate

Marquee Weddings Worcester Lodge, Badminton Estate in the South Cotswolds.

2 reviews

Gloucestershire, Badminton

from £4,000

100-300 guests

Cuckney House
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Cuckney House

Cuckney House is an irresistibly romantic small wedding venue for up to fifty guests which offers exclusive use of the house and grounds.

2 reviews

Nottinghamshire, Mansfield

from £10,000

10-50 guests

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The Great Barn

Exclusive-use barn wedding venue The Great Barn in Aynho, Oxfordshire/Northamptonshire, with 18th-century character and flexible guest capacity.

89 reviews

Oxfordshire, Banbury

from £5,350

40-175 guests

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Plum Park Manor

An Exclusive Use Romantic Victorian Manor House & Orangery Nestled in the Heart of Northamptonshire.

16 reviews

Northamptonshire, Towcester

from £5,350

40-200 guests

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Rise Hall

Exclusive-use country house wedding venue in East Yorkshire, with 31 bedrooms for a full wedding weekend stay.

32 reviews

East Yorkshire, Hull

from £10,000

80-180 guests

Howsham Hall, North Yorkshire Wedding Venue
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Howsham Hall

Exclusive-use stately country house wedding venue near York, with 12 luxury suites and refined modern interiors.

20 reviews

North Yorkshire, York

from £10,000

2-150 guests

Wedding Venue Cranford Hall Kettering Northamptonshire
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Cranford Hall

Discover Cranford Hall, a stunning stately home, blank canvas wedding venue in Northampton. Explore exclusive use hire for your perfect day.

Northamptonshire, Kettering

£POA

The Dragon's Gate, Wedding Venue in Herefordshire

Dream Herefordshire wedding? The Dragon's Gate offers enchanting venue packages for every couple. Explore prices & details, enquire today!

2 reviews

Herefordshire, Hereford

from £1,250

150 guests

The Soper Hall

Unique heritage building in the heart of Caterham

1 review

Surrey, Caterham

£POA

130 guests

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Banking Hall The Main Hall
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Banking Hall

London's iconic Banking Hall: the perfect backdrop for your unforgettable wedding.

1 review

Central London, Blackfriars

from £12,000

220-500 guests

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Rosewood Hotel London

Edwardian Hotel just steps from Covent Garden

Central London

£POA

16-280 guests

The Old Marylebone Town Hall

Say "I do" in the iconic Old Marylebone Town Hall, the perfect setting for unforgettable London weddings

5 reviews

North London, London

£481 - £1,126

Claridge's Hotel,Venues in Central London
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Claridge's Hotel

Stunningly classic luxury hotel in Central London perfect for weddings

Central London

£POA

60-400 guests

8 Northumberland Wedding Venue Venues in Central London
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8 Northumberland

Celebrate with grandeur at 8 Northumberland, a Central London venue for bespoke weddings in a stunning Grade II listed setting.

Central London, London

£POA

400 guests

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Stationers' Hall

Experience timeless elegance and historic charm at Stationers' Hall—your dream London wedding venue awaits!

2 reviews

Central London, Whitechapel

from £6,000

200 guests

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Fulham Palace

An elegant London wedding venue

46 reviews

West London

£11,500 - £30,000

30-5000 guests

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Queens House

Iconic former Royal Palace in Greenwich

South London

from £45,000

2-120 guests

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Cutty Sark

Celebrate your momentous day aboard the historic Cutty Sark, a stunning wedding venue steeped in maritime charm.

South London

£45,000 - £100,000

2-240 guests

Ellenborough Park
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Ellenborough Park Hotel

Ellenborough Park - 15th Century Manor House

5 reviews

Gloucestershire, Cheltenham

£7,000 - £21,000

50-120 guests

The Berkeley Hotel Venues in Central London
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The Berkeley Hotel

Luxury Wedding Venue in Knightsbridge

1 review

Central London, London

£POA

50-250 guests

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The Landmark London

Discover a luxurious city wedding venue offering an unforgettable celebration in the heart of London, with Elegant ballrooms and a stunning atrium.

2 reviews

North London, London

£POA

10-750 guests

Drapers' Hall Venues in East London
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Drapers' Hall

Discover Drapers' Hall, an exquisite wedding venue nestled in the heart of East London, offering grandeur, elegance, and impeccable service.

East London, London

£12,000 - £45,000

20-450 guests

Nether Winchendon House and Barn, Buckinghamshire
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Nether Winchendon House & Barn

Buckinghamshire's Nether Winchendon House & Barn: your dream country wedding awaits.

6 reviews

Buckinghamshire, Thame

£POA

25-500 guests

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Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace heritage venue in Oxfordshire offering expansive Parkland and Formal Gardens for weddings and marquees.

1 review

Oxfordshire, Woodstock

from £14,500

12-400 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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