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Silver Pear Weddings at Friars Court Venues in Oxfordshire
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Silver Pear Weddings at Friars Court

Civil ceremony coordination by Silver Pear Weddings at Friars Court, intimate historic manor setting in Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire

£POA

4-80 guests

Furtho Manor Farm Wedding Barn Venues in Buckinghamshire
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Furtho Manor Farm Barn Wedding Venue

Countryside weddings and accommodation. Licenced for indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies.

Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes

from £200

200 guests

The Summer House
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Bannatyne Hotel Hastings

Fall in love with its unique character and style, a modern boutique hotel, with many original features.

East Sussex, Hastings

£POA

2-250 guests

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Edgbaston Park Hotel Wedding Venue

Edgbaston Park Hotel: Your perfect West Midlands wedding venue. Discover more.

West Midlands, Birmingham

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Hillsborough Castle

Say 'I do' in the majestic grandeur of Hillsborough Castle, County Down.

County Down, Royal Hillsborough

£3,000 - £10,000

2-120 guests

 Dumbleton Hall Hotel Venues in Worcestershire
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Dumbleton Hall Hotel Wedding Venue

The extremely exciting and extensive renovation at Dumbleton Hall is almost complete and we will be reopening Spring 2026

Worcestershire, Evesham

£POA

60-200 guests

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Wotton House Wedding Venue Venues in Surrey
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Wotton House Wedding Venue

An enchanting manor country house wedding venue in Surrey, where dreams of an unforgettable day unfold.

Surrey, Dorking

from £11,000

200 guests

 Lillibrooke Manor & Barns Wedding Venue in Berkshire
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Lillibrooke Manor and Barns

Lillibrooke Manor & Barns is an romantic country barn wedding venue nestled in the Berkshire

Berkshire, Maidenhead

from £10,300

220 guests

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The Fennes Estate

Timeless, romantic and elegant weddings in a gorgeous manor amidst 100 acres of picture grounds

Essex, Braintree

from £4,500

25-600 guests

Pentillie Castle & Estate Venues in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
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Pentillie Castle Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love in the grandeur of Pentillie Castle & Estate, an enchanting setting for unforgettable Cornish weddings.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Saltash

from £9,000

2-200 guests

Hylands House Venues in Essex
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Hylands House

Say "I do" surrounded by elegance at Hylands House, Essex. Discover more.

Essex, Chelmsford

from £5,050

300 guests

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The Mandolay Hotel Wedding Venue

Mandolay Hotel - Exceptional 4 star hotel & events venue in Guildford

Surrey, Guildford

from £5,750

12-500 guests

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Tregenna Castle Hotel Wedding Venue

Create your dream wedding at Tregenna Castle Hotel. We have bespoke packages and stunning coastal views to make your special day unforgettable.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, St Ives

£POA

250 guests

Bingham Riverhouse Wedding Venue

Surrey wedding venue Bingham Riverhouse offers couples a picturesque setting for their dream day.

Surrey, Richmond

from £10,000

90 guests

Heart of England Wedding Venue

Plan your dream wedding at Heart of England, a stunning West Midlands venue. Unforgettable experiences await amidst beautiful gardens and interiors.

West Midlands, Coventry

£POA

650 guests

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The Gherkin Wedding Venue

Say "I do" with breathtaking London views at The Gherkin.

Central London, Aldgate

£15,000 - £35,000

10-260 guests

Warwick Castle Wedding Venue

Unique Castle venue with 1100 years of history.

Warwickshire, Warwick

£3,500 - £18,000

2-180 guests

Sidmouth Harbour Hotel Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' with breathtaking coastal views at Sidmouth Harbour Hotel, Devon.

Devon, Sidmouth

£2,500 - £5,000

100 guests

Grange Court Wedding Venue

Planning a Herefordshire wedding? Discover Grange Court's historic charm.

Herefordshire, Leominster

£POA

120 guests

Marwell Hotel Wedding Venue

Hampshire's Marwell Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Hampshire, Winchester

£POA

80-120 guests

The Bradford Golf Club Ltd

Planning your dream Yorkshire wedding? Discover the enchanting Bradford Golf Club.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

£4,000 - £20,000

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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