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Imber Court Wedding Venue

Escape to Surrey's idyllic haven, Imber Court, where your dream wedding transforms into an unforgettable reality.

Surrey, East Molesey

from £1,500

50-300 guests

Bride and Groom walking in sunset on driveway
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Swallows Nest Barn

Country wedding barn venue Swallows Nest Barn in Warwickshire, exclusive use with licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony options.

18 reviews

Warwickshire, Warwick

from £4,000

30-150 guests

Georgian Hall
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Rossett Hall

Georgian country house wedding venue Rossett Hall Hotel, Rossett, with ceremony suites opening directly onto landscaped gardens.

25 reviews

Cheshire, Wrexham

from £3,000

20-300 guests

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Stunning view across the Vale of York from our Vale of York ceremony room
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The Kilnwick Percy Resort

Weddings take place in our unique glass fronted Wedding Venue in our stunning Vale of York room or in our brand new Woodland Ceremony area

18 reviews

East Yorkshire, Hull

from £4,500

4-150 guests

Ware Priory Venues in Hertfordshire
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Ware Priory

Historic and contemporary wedding venue Ware Priory in Ware, Hertfordshire with riverside gardens and diverse ceremony spaces.

27 reviews

Hertfordshire, Ware

from £5,895

50-220 guests

Hungarian Hall weddings Suffolk outdoor ceremonies marquee receptions
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Hungarian Hall Estate

Exclusive-use Suffolk wedding venue near Woodbridge with indoor & outdoor ceremonies, marquee receptions for 50–170 guests, and luxury accommodation.

16 reviews

Suffolk, Woodbridge

from £6,680

50-200 guests

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Kelmarsh Hall

Discover Kelmarsh Hall, a stunning historic venue in Northamptonshire, where your dream wedding awaits amidst enchanting surroundings.

30 reviews

Northamptonshire, Northampton

£ - ££

500 guests

Applewood Hall Outdoor Ceremony Wedding Garden
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Applewood Hall

Wedding venue Applewood Hall in Banham, available for exclusive-use with adaptable indoor hall, garden ceremonies, and onsite glamping accommodation.

33 reviews

Norfolk, Norwich

from £5,500

60-250 guests

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The Hundred House Hotel

Award Winning 17th Century Oak Tithe Barn, Garden Room Barn & Gardens

98 reviews

Shropshire, Shifnal

from £4,999

15-140 guests

Leigh Court
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Leigh Court

Celebrate your love at Leigh Court, the idyllic wedding venue tucked away in the stunning countryside on the edge of Bristol.

53 reviews

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

from £7,000

10-110 guests

The Lawn Wedding Venue
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The Lawn

Georgian manor house wedding venue The Lawn Essex with exclusive use and landscaped gardens.

90 reviews

Essex, Rochford

from £1,995

25-150 guests

Bride & Groom in woodland wedding venue
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Cheshire Woodland Weddings

Enchanting Woodland Weddings in Cheshire with Exclusive Outdoor Ceremonies in Blakemere

16 reviews

Cheshire, Northwich

from £1,500

4-200 guests

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Edenwood Place terrace set for a wedding ceremony
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Edenwood Place

Beautiful and modern Kent wedding venue with elegant indoor and outdoor spaces and panoramic views of the North Downs.

29 reviews

Kent, Aylesford

from £2,000

230 guests

Shieldaig Lodge
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Shieldaig Lodge Hotel

Your exclusive Highland wedding, surrounded by breathtaking lochside beauty.

2 reviews

Highland, Gairloch

from £1,500

2-30 guests

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Plas Dinam

Celebrate your love in the heart of the Welsh countryside at Plas Dinam.

18 reviews

Powys

from £5,400

160 guests

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Sylvan Ferns Weddings and Events

Discover Sylvan Ferns, an intimate and bespoke dry hire woodland wedding venue nestled in the Buckinghamshire countryside.

Buckinghamshire, Great Missenden

££

70 guests

Countryside Hotel Wedding Venue in Buckland, Worcestershire
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Buckland Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Luxury Manor House Wedding Venue in the Cotswolds

2 reviews

Worcestershire, Broadway

from £5,000

4-150 guests

Villa Brio waterfront wedding venue in Kefalonia, Greece overlooking the Ionian Sea
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Villa Brio

Exclusive-use wedding venue in Kefalonia, Greece, with high-end self-catered villas, direct sea access and accommodation for up to 32 guests.

10 reviews

Greece

from £10,000

20-100 guests

Front of barn with green and white flower garland
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Alfriston Gardens

South Downs Barn Wedding Venue with Gorgeous Landscaped Gardens and Panoramic Countryside Views

24 reviews

East Sussex

from £9,997

30-155 guests

outdoor garden wedding ceremony
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The Southcrest Manor Hotel

Embrace the allure of The Southcrest Manor, where unforgettable weddings amidst elegant surroundings await in the heart of Worcestershire.

44 reviews

Worcestershire, Redditch

from £2,000

20-100 guests

Rudding Park Weddings

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

North Yorkshire, Harrogate

from £7,000

200 guests

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Deighton Lodge Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day in the enchanting surroundings of Deighton Lodge, a stunning North Yorkshire wedding venue.

North Yorkshire, York

££ - £££

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Bedruthan Hotel

Laid back weddings on the Cornish coastline.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Newquay

££ - £££

2-40 guests

kitchen garden cafe outdoor
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The Kitchen Garden Cafe Wedding Venue

A captivating venue that is tailored around exactly what you want from your celebration!

West Midlands, Birmingham

from £2,000

20-120 guests

Wedding couple at Scarlet Hotel
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The Scarlet Hotel

Coastal weddings at Scarlet.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Newquay

from £1,340

18 guests

Glewstone Court Country House Wedding Venue
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Glewstone Court House

Glewstone Court Country House is a Georgian manor house in Herefordshire offering exclusive use and accommodation.

Herefordshire, Ross-on-Wye

from £7,000

30-80 guests

Venues-Civil Ceremonies in Bristol & Somerset
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Little Quarme Intimate Weddings in Somerset

Plan your perfect day at Little Quarme, an idyllic countryside venue on Exmoor National Park, offering daytime ceremonies up to wedding weeks

Bristol and Somerset, Taunton

from £300

2-100 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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