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Bramall Hall Venues in Cheshire
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Bramall Hall

Historic wedding venue Bramall Hall in Stockport, offering Tudor-style interiors and parkland event options.

(5.0)

- 4 reviews

Greater Manchester

£ - ££

90 guests

Stockport Town Hall Wedding Venue Venues in Greater Manchester
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Stockport Town Hall

Grade II* listed wedding venue Stockport Town Hall, Stockport, with ceremony rooms and ballroom for up to 600 guests.

(5.0)

- 15 reviews

Greater Manchester, Stockport

£ - ££

600 guests

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Silvermere Inn on the Lake

Plan your dream wedding at Silvermere Inn on the Lake, nestled in the enchanting Surrey countryside.

(5.0)

- 52 reviews

Surrey, Cobham

from £120

30-200 guests

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The Windmill Village Hotel

Hotel wedding venue Windmill Village Hotel, Coventry, with 17th-century windmill and parkland setting.

(5.0)

- 48 reviews

West Midlands, Coventry

from £3,750

20-250 guests

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Danesfield House Hotel

Extraordinary country house wedding venue

(5.0)

- 6 reviews

Buckinghamshire, Marlow

from £2,250

10-120 guests

The Oaks
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The Oaks

Flexible affordable wedding & reception spaces in Eltham SE9 with indoor & outdoor areas, for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations with car park

(5.0)

- 64 reviews

South London, Eltham

from £1,900

2-300 guests

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Trevenna Wedding Venue Cornwall
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Trevenna Barns

Barn wedding venue with exclusive use & barn accommodation in Cornwall for 2 night celebrations

(5.0)

- 167 reviews

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Liskeard

from £14,750

120-150 guests

The happy couple
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Stirrups Hotel

We Are Your Picture Perfect Wedding Venue For Your Special Day

(5.0)

- 16 reviews

Berkshire, Bracknell

from £8,000

2-150 guests

Gray Manor Hotel, Venues in Wiltshire
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Gray Manor Hotel

Couples looking for an enchanting Wiltshire wedding venue are invited to discover the timeless elegance of Gray Manor Hotel.

(5.0)

- 14 reviews

Wiltshire

£ - ££

200 guests

Exterior of The Elvetham, a country house wedding venue in Hampshire
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The Elvetham

Discover our stunning historic manor house hotel wedding venue a wealth of history and warm hospitality from the moment of arrival

(5.0)

- 37 reviews

Hampshire, Hook

from £15,000

50-110 guests

Little Green Wedding Barn Venues in Norfolk
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Little Green Barn

Exclusive-use wedding venue Little Green Wedding Barn near Diss, within a Grade II-listed barn with flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces.

(5.0)

- 35 reviews

Norfolk, Diss

£POA

50-200 guests

Coombe Lodge Venues in Bristol and Somerset
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Coombe Lodge

Plan your dream wedding at Coombe Lodge, a stunning venue nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Bristol and Somerset.

(5.0)

- 130 reviews

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

£££ - ££££

50-200 guests

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Couple outside Rockbeare Manor on their wedding day.
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Rockbeare Manor

Escape to the enchanting Devon countryside for an unforgettable wedding at the stunning Rockbeare Manor, a luxurious venue offering bespoke weddings.

(5.0)

- 88 reviews

Devon, Exeter

from £7,500

50-200 guests

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Mercure Haydock Hotel
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Mercure Haydock Hotel

Georgian mansion-style hotel wedding venue, Mercure Haydock in Haydock, with courtyard marquee celebrations for up to 280 guests.

(5.0)

- 18 reviews

Merseyside, St Helens

from £2,750

30-240 guests

Bristol Grand Hotel Venues in Bristol
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Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday

Make your wedding day unforgettable at Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday, an exceptional venue in the heart of Bristol.

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

from £2,500

20-500 guests

Liverpool Atlantic Tower Hotel by Sunday

City centre hotel wedding venue Liverpool Atlantic Tower, Liverpool, hosting ceremonies and receptions with waterfront landmark views.

(5.0)

- 3 reviews

Merseyside, Liverpool

from £2,750

30-180 guests

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Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel

Historic manor house wedding venue, Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa, Lancashire, hosting celebrations for up to 400 guests.

(5.0)

- 31 reviews

Lancashire, Accrington

from £4,500

30-400 guests

Bearwood Lakes Golf Club Venues in Berkshire
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Bearwood Lakes Golf Club

Plan your perfect wedding day at Bearwood Lakes Golf Club. An exclusive picturesque wedding venue nestled in the heart of Berkshire.

(5.0)

- 13 reviews

Berkshire, Wokingham

from £4,750

50-150 guests

Henlade House wedding venue in Somerset, a grand white country house surrounded by rolling countryside, mature trees and landscaped gardens
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Henlade House

Discover Henlade House, an elegant country house wedding venue set in the Somerset countryside.

(5.0)

- 7 reviews

Bristol and Somerset, Taunton

from £7,500

50-100 guests

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De Vere Cotswold Water Park

Celebrate your special day at De Vere Cotswold Water Park, a stunning lakeside venue in Gloucestershire offering unforgettable wedding experiences.

(5.0)

- 17 reviews

Gloucestershire, Cirencester

from £4,150

10-650 guests

Couple walking down the sweeping driveway of Horwood House Wedding Venue
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Horwood House Hotel

Luxury country manor house wedding venue in Buckinghamshire, perfect for romantic weddings, elegant ceremonies and unforgettable celebrations

(5.0)

- 68 reviews

Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes

from £2,750

25-250 guests

Newlyweds celebrating with a champagne spray outside The Cock OBarton. an award-winning countryside wedding venue in Cheshire.
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The Cock O'Barton

Relaxed, food-led weddings in a characterful 17th-century Cheshire inn, personally coordinated from your first viewing to the big day.

(5.0)

- 32 reviews

Cheshire, Malpas

from £4,000

20-120 guests

South Hill Park, Berkshire
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South Hill Park

Tailor your dream wedding day in the stunning mansion, gardens and Great Hall of South Hill Park, an exclusive Mansion House wedding venue.

(5.0)

- 3 reviews

Berkshire, Bracknell

£3,000 - £8,000

20-240 guests

Modern Wedding Venue in Crawley, West Sussex
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Holiday Inn Gatwick Worth

Modern Hotel Wedding Venue in Crawley, West Sussex

(5.0)

- 16 reviews

West Sussex, Crawley

from £3,500

280 guests

Wedding Ceremony Holiday Inn Guildford with Floral Arch
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Holiday Inn Guildford

Celebrate your love in style at Holiday Inn Guildford, Surrey's charming hotel wedding venue offering exceptional service for your wedding day.

(5.0)

- 4 reviews

Surrey, Guildford

from £3,000

50-100 guests

Couple outside of Billesley Manor wedding venue
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Billesley Manor Hotel

Historic manor house wedding venue in Stratford upon Avon with 11th-century church and Topiary Garden ceremonies

(5.0)

- 50 reviews

Warwickshire, Stratford-upon-Avon

from £12,750

50-150 guests

The Bull Hotel Weddings
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The Bull Hotel Gerrards Cross

Plan your dream wedding at The Bull Hotel, Buckinghamshire, and experience the elegance and charm of a historic setting for your special day.

(5.0)

- 49 reviews

Buckinghamshire, Gerrards Cross

££ - £££

220 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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