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Explore wedding venues from barns and hotels to country houses, gardens and exclusive-use venues. Filter by location, guest numbers and price to choose the right wedding venue, shortlist favourites and contact venues directly. Browse ceremony and reception venues for every guest list.
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JobServe Community Stadium
Stadium-based wedding and event venue at Cambridge United Football Club, Cambridge offering adaptable rooms and onsite catering
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Aviator A Unique Wedding Venue
Escape to the skies with Aviator, Hampshire's premier wedding venue, and create memories as boundless as the horizon.
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Temple of Apollo Stourhead Wedding Venue
Create your perfect wedding day at the Temple of Apollo Stourhead, a magnificent National Trust venue set amidst stunning parkland in Wiltshire.
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Elaine has 13 years of experience working with wedding venues, and advises many of the top hotel and venue brands on their wedding marketing. She has a deep understanding of statistics that can accurately predict the online popularity of a particular venue and she is happy to share that knowledge with wedding couples and venues.
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Maidenhead Rugby Union Football Club
Say 'I do' in style at Maidenhead Rugby Club. Discover more.
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Elaine
Elaine has 13 years of experience working with wedding venues, and advises many of the top hotel and venue brands on their wedding marketing. She has a deep understanding of statistics that can accurately predict the online popularity of a particular venue and she is happy to share that knowledge with wedding couples and venues.
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Clifton Arms Hotel Wedding Venue
The Clifton Arms is a four-star hotel with an enviable location & spectacular coastal views.
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The Lincoln Hotel
a 1960's hotel located in the heart of Lincoln, and determined to deliver you your perfect wedding day!
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Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl
The luxury surroundings, stunning views and unrivalled facilities at Utilita Bowl make for the perfect wedding venue.
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Devonshire Terrace Wedding Venue
Devonshire Terrace is a unique historic Central London wedding venue for unforgettable ceremonies and receptions.
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Farington Lodge Hotel Wedding Venue
a charming Georgian House Hotel, set in magnificent landscaped gardens.
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The Italian Villa at Compton Acres
An award-winning Italian-style Villa nestled in the picturesque Dorset countryside, surrounded by exquisite gardens.
Pendrell Hall
Plan your idyllic wedding at Pendrell Hall, a grand country house venue, known for its breathtaking architecture and stunning scenery
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Glewstone Court House
Glewstone Court Country House is a Georgian manor house in Herefordshire offering exclusive use and accommodation.
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The Ashes Barns
Rustic Barn Wedding Venue with Accommodation
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The Old Hall Ely Manor House
A captivating manor house in picturesque village of Ely. Enjoy exclusive use and cherish unforgettable moments amidst idyllic surroundings.
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The Four Seasons Hotel
Back to nature wedding venue in central Scotland with accommodation
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The Granary Estates Wedding Barn
The Granary Estates is a rustic barn venue located on the Suffolk & Cambridgeshire border, focused on creating memorable and bespoke experiences.
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Kassam Stadium
Oxfordshire events and weddings venue The Kassam Stadium offering adaptable spaces and coordinated staging and décor.
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Metropole Hotel & Spa
Planning your dream Powys wedding? Discover the Metropole Hotel & Spa.
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Jimmy's Farm Weddings
Jimmy's Farm Weddings is a relaxed and truly unique experience. Go wild on your wedding day
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Chilston Park Hotel a Countryside
Exchange vows in the grandeur of Chilston Park Hotel, a luxurious wedding venue with picturesque gardens and elegant event spaces.
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Assembly Rooms
Midlothian's Assembly Rooms: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
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Fishmore Hall Wedding Venue
Shropshire's Fishmore Hall: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
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Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone Wedding Venue
Looking for that perfect Wedding beside the Seaside, The Grand Burtin Hotel has Pride of Place overlooking the idyllic Fishing Harbour
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The Conservatory Luton Hoo Walled Garden
Say 'I do' surrounded by breathtaking beauty at The Conservatory, Luton Hoo Walled Garden.
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Altrincham Town Hall Wedding Venue
Altrincham Town Hall: a piece of History on your Wedding Day.
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Coulsdon Manor Hotel Wedding Venue
Country style hotel
The Barn at Brynich
Exclusive, family run Barn in the heart of Bannau Brycheiniog.
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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