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OXO2
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OXO2 Wedding Venue

Iconic London weddings at OXO2: Breathtaking views, unforgettable moments.

Central London, Blackfriars

£££ - ££££

200 guests

Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel Venues in Central London
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Grosvenor House Hotel

5-star Luxury and Elegance in London

1 review

Central London

£POA

250-2000 guests

Best Western Bestwood Lodge,Venues in Nottinghamshire
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Best Western Bestwood Lodge

A historic countryside wedding venue in Nottinghamshire set within stunning parkland.

1 review

Nottinghamshire

from £4,000

200 guests

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Clandeboye Lodge Hotel

Bangor wedding venue Clandeboye Lodge with large reception suites and integrated guest accommodation.

8 reviews

County Down

from £5,250

50-350 guests

Fyvie Castle

Step into the fairytale at Fyvie Castle

Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen

£POA

Oatlands Park Hotel Wedding Venue

Stunning Historic Wedding Venue in Surrey

1 review

Surrey, Weybridge

£POA

400 guests

Scone Palace

Create a truly unforgettable romantic wedding day at Scone Palace, a historic venue nestled amidst the picturesque Perthshire countryside.

3 reviews

Perth and Kinross, Perth

£POA

120 guests

Norfolk Arms Hotel Venues in Sussex - West
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Norfolk Arms Hotel

Tie the knot at Norfolk Arms Hotel, Sussex's charming pub wedding venue, for a memorable celebration amidst rustic elegance.

West Sussex, Arundel

£POA

95 guests

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The Royal Pavilion

an enchanting wedding venue that transports you to a bygone era of grandeur and romance.

East Sussex, Brighton

from £990

4-90 guests

Upton House Ceremony Space, with colourful floral arch at top of aisle and sunlight streaming in through the windows in the background. Chairs are seen either side of the aisle.
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Upton House Wedding Venue

Manor House & Walled Garden Wedding Venue, Dorset.

Dorset, Poole

£POA

2-150 guests

Rudding Park Weddings

Discover Rudding Park, the enchanting North Yorkshire wedding venue where timeless elegance meets idyllic surroundings.

North Yorkshire, Harrogate

from £6,200

200 guests

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The Guildhall Dartmourth

Devon's Guildhall: Your perfect, historic wedding venue. Find out more.

Devon, Dartmouth

£POA

200 guests

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Bishop Auckland Town Hall
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Bishop Auckland Town Hall Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in Bishop Auckland Town Hall's majestic splendour. Discover more.

County Durham, Bishop Auckland

from £500

20-150 guests

Manchester Hall Wedding Venue Venues in Greater Manchester
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Manchester Hall

Experience timeless elegance and create unforgettable memories at Manchester Hall, the exquisite wedding venue nestled in Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

£POA

20-500 guests

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Gellifawr Woodland Retreat

Exclusive Wedding Village in the Gwaun Valley of Pembrokeshire...

Pembrokeshire, Fishguard

from £5,000

250 guests

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BMA House Wedding Venue

BMA House is a stunning Grade II listed wedding venue located in the heart of Bloomsbury

Central London

£POA

320 guests

Slapton Manor Farmhouse
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Slapton Manor Wedding Venue

A family run venue offering romantic countryside weddings with a relaxed, personal and rustic touch.

Northamptonshire, Towcester

from £4,200

80-200 guests

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Bellows Mill

Wedding Ceremony Venue in Dunstable

Bedfordshire, Dunstable

£POA

250 guests

Borthwick Castle,Venues in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders
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Borthwick Castle

Luxurious Wedding Venue offering exclusive use wedding experiences

Midlothian

from £10,000

10-80 guests

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Creeksea Place

Wedding venue in Essex.

Essex, Burnham-On-Crouch

£POA

50-200 guests

Gretna Hall Hotel at Gretna Green
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Gretna Hall

Discover a wedding venue with historic romance, situated in the Heart of Gretna

Dumfries and Galloway, Gretna

£POA

80-120 guests

Lainston House Exterior of wedding venue
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Lainston House Wedding Venue

Discover Lainston House, Hampshire's enchanting wedding venue where your dream day unfolds in timeless grandeur.

Hampshire, Winchester

from £8,660

200 guests

Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park Venues in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
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Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park

Escape to the captivating expanse of Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park for an unforgettable wedding immersed in history and natural beauty.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Torpoint

from £900

200 guests

Bride and groom outside Mulberry House
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Mulberry House

Manor house wedding and events venue Mulberry House in High Ongar, set within 22 acres of landscaped grounds.

Essex

from £4,600

200 guests

Guildhall Interior
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The Guildhall Andover Wedding Venue

Andover's Guildhall, built in 1825, has splendid Georgian architecture on the exterior and an equally impressive interior.

Hampshire, Andover

from £308

2-50 guests

5* Plas Dinas Country House, Caernarfon
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Plas Dinas Country House

For a grand, unforgettable wedding, Plas Dinas Country House offers a charming setting with picturesque views.

Gwynedd, Caernarfon

from £8,000

2-150 guests

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Doubletree by Hilton Brighton Metropole Hotel

Stunning Seaside City Centre Hotel Wedding Venue

East Sussex, Brighton

from £5,100

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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