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Holiday Inn Washington Venues in Tyne and Wear
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Holiday Inn Washington Wedding Venue

A popular local wedding venue

Tyne and Wear, Washington

from £2,200

40-150 guests

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Safari Lodge ~ Woburn Safari Park Wedding Venue

For an unforgettable wedding experience consider Safari Lodge at Woburn, nestled deep in the heart of the Safari Park

Bedfordshire, Milton Keynes

from £5,000

80-220 guests

The Vinery Wedding Ceremony Space at Solberge Hall - North Yorkshire
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Solberge Hall

Opulent, decadent, glamorous… welcome to the new Solberge Hall

North Yorkshire, Northallerton

££ - £££

50-200 guests

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Lion Quays Resort

Set beside a stunning waterside location, Lion Quays Resort offers an idyllic backdrop for your memorable wedding day.

Shropshire, Oswestry

from £4,995

10-400 guests

Weddings at Aldenham Golf & Country Club
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Aldenham Golf Club Wedding Venue

Enchanting moments, forever cherished, at Aldenham Golf & Country Club

Hertfordshire, Watford

from £5,430

60-150 guests

Outdoor ceremony in Brighouse, West Yorkshire
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Holiday Inn Leeds Brighouse Wedding Venue

The Holiday Inn Leeds‑Brighouse is a versatile and welcoming wedding venue nestled in picturesque surroundings in Clifton Village, Brighouse.

West Yorkshire, Brighouse

from £2,750

20-200 guests

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Weddings at Tong Park Hotel
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Tong Park Hotel

Wedding venue in the countryside of West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire, Bradford

£POA

20-350 guests

Mercure Swansea Hotel Venues in Swansea
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Mercure Swansea Hotel

Say "I do" at Mercure Swansea Hotel, the perfect venue for your wedding day in the heart of Swansea.

Swansea

from £1,895

20-120 guests

lighting available in any colour!
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Weymouth Pavilion

Located next to Weymouth beach - offering stunning views - our pavilion is licensed for ceremonies!

Dorset, Weymouth

££ - £££

2-200 guests

Wedding Ceremony at Carden Park
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Carden Park Hotel Wedding Venue

A large Cheshire wedding venue with a beautiful countryside setting in Chester

Cheshire, Chester

from £9,200

60-300 guests

Malmaison Hotel Dundee Wedding Venue
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Malmaison Dundee Hotel

Host an unforgettable day at our chic, historic venue on the Dundee waterfront.

Angus, Dundee

£POA

150 guests

Gladstone Library at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, Whitehall Place
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The Royal Horseguards Hotel

Historic Victorian event spaces at The Royal Horseguards Hotel in London, four licensed rooms for ceremonies and receptions.

Central London, London

from £15,000

10-320 guests

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Monkton Barn

Exclusive-use wedding estate Monkton Barn Estate near Marlow with barn, heated marquee, meadow and woodland dell.

Buckinghamshire, Marlow

from £10,000

65-450 guests

Our stunning Queen Charlotte Marquee
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Chelmsford Racecourse

Large flexible wedding venue Chelmsford City Racecourse Essex with ten unique celebration spaces.

Essex, Chelmsford

£6,000 - £30,000

40-900 guests

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Trump Turnberry

Say "I do" amidst Turnberry's iconic grandeur. Discover Ayrshire's perfect wedding venue.

Ayrshire South, Turnberry

£POA

Albert Hall Wedding Couple under stained glass window
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Albert Hall Manchester Wedding Venue

Manchester's Albert Hall: A unique Grade II Listed building full of history and grandeur.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

from £17,000

200 guests

The Mill Barns Venues in Shropshire
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The Mill Barns

Shropshire's exclusive Mill Barns: Discover your dream barn wedding venue.

Shropshire, Bridgnorth

£2,950 - £9,450

170 guests

Bride and groom kiss outside Acklam Hall
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Acklam Hall Wedding Venue

"Hidden Gem" Country House Wedding Venue near Middlesborough

North Yorkshire, Middlesbrough

£5,000 - £13,000

6-120 guests

Wedding and event venue Holiday Inn Bexley
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Holiday Inn Bexley

Holiday Inn London - Bexley is a modern hotel in Kent offering flexible wedding spaces and on-site accommodation.

Kent, Bexley

£POA

Glansevin Mansion

Georgian Mansion House Licenced Wedding Venue set in the western foothills of the Brecon Beacons

Carmarthenshire, Llangadog

£POA

14-80 guests

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The Biscuit Factory Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in the remarkable surroundings of The Biscuit Factory, a contemporary art gallery with a number of unique spaces.

Tyne and Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne

£POA

50-300 guests

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Bowcliffe Hall Wedding Venue

One location, endless possibilities.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

from £9,950

30-120 guests

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The Barn Didcot

Community venue The Barn Didcot in Oxfordshire, licensed bar and open-plan Main Hall for weddings and receptions.

Oxfordshire, Didcot

£POA

The exterior of Laceby Manor Wedding venue with manicured gardens, balcony and lake view
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Laceby Manor

Set in the picturesque Lincolnshire Wolds, Laceby Manor Spa and Golf Resort is a stunning venue for weddings of all sizes.

Lincolnshire, Grimsby

£POA

50-150 guests

Grantley Hall
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Grantley Hall Wedding Venue

Grantley Hall: Exquisite Yorkshire weddings. Discover more.

North Yorkshire, Ripon

from £15,000

2-180 guests

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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Wedding Venue

Gilpin Lake House is a luxury lakeside wedding venue with beautiful bedrooms, fine dining, spa and grounds.

Cumbria, Kendal

from £1,185

2-60 guests

The Greenhouse at Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings
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Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings

Magical plant-filled townhouse in London

Central London, London

from £12,000

180 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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