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Harrowden Hall Wedding Venue

Wedding coordinator to help plan your day.

Northamptonshire, Wellingborough

£6,495 - £9,495

2-150 guests

Castle Goring Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in stately splendour at Castle Goring, Sussex. Discover more.

West Sussex, Worthing

£POA

40-200 guests

Aberdour Castle

For an unforgettable wedding in a captivating castle setting, consider Aberdour Castle in Fife.

Fife, Aberdour

£POA

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Bothwell Castle

Bothwell Castle, an exquisite South Lanarkshire castle, offers a magical setting for your unforgettable wedding day.

South Lanarkshire, Uddingston

£POA

Craigmillar Castle

Escape to the grandeur of Craigmillar Castle, an enchanting venue where history and romance intertwine to create an unforgettable wedding day.

Midlothian, Edinburgh

£POA

Caerlaverock Castle

Tie the knot in the captivating grandeur of Caerlaverock Castle, an exclusive wedding venue nestled amidst the rolling hills of Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway, Caerlaverock

£POA

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Castle Campbell

Create unforgettable memories in the grandeur of Castle Campbell, a historic Scottish castle offering a captivating setting for your wedding day.

Falkirk, Dollar

£POA

The Fairway & Bluebell Banqueting Suite

Plan your perfect Yorkshire wedding at The Fairway & Bluebell Banqueting Suite, an enchanting venue amidst rolling hills and serene surroundings.

South Yorkshire, Barnsley

£2,499 - £6,479

70-220 guests

Best Western Summerhill Hotel

Summerhill Hotel, Aberdeenshire: Your dream Scottish wedding awaits.

Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen

£POA

The Laverton Institute Trust Wedding Venue

Wiltshire weddings: discover the unique charm of The Laverton Institute Trust.

Wiltshire, Westbury

£600

Forest Side Wedding Venue, Cumbria.

A perfect fairy-tale setting in the Lake District

Cumbria, Grasmere

£20,000 - £35,000

52 guests

Malmaison Newcastle Hotel Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in style at Malmaison Newcastle, where your dream wedding becomes an unforgettable reality.

Tyne and Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne

£POA

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Farmhouse Venue Wedding Venue

Unveil a charming wedding haven nestled in the serene East London countryside of Rushgreen

East London, London

£POA

200-200 guests

The Lords Of The Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Lords of the Manor: Gloucestershire's idyllic country wedding venue. Discover more.

Gloucestershire, Upper Slaughter

£POA

90 guests

The Great Victoria Hotel Wedding Venue

Bradford's grandest wedding venue? Discover The Great Victoria Hotel.

West Yorkshire, Bradford

£3,900 - £7,300

10-150 guests

Secret Herb Garden

Scottish Borders wedding? Discover the enchanting Secret Herb Garden.

Scottish Borders, Edinburgh

£POA

50-80 guests

East Lothian, Musselburgh

£POA

Royal Burgh of Culcross

Enchanting Fife setting for your perfect day. Discover the Royal Burgh of Culross.

Fife, Culcross

£POA

Threave Garden Estate

Say "I do" surrounded by Threave Garden's breathtaking beauty. Discover more.

Dumfries and Galloway, Castle Douglas

£POA

Aston Court Hotel Wedding Venue

Aston Court Hotel, Derbyshire: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.

Derbyshire, Derby

£POA

200 guests

Bridge House Barn Wedding Venue

Leicestershire's Bridge House Barn: Rustic charm for your perfect day. Discover more.

Leicestershire, Harcourt

£POA

200 guests

Mountain Ash Golf Club

Say "I do" with breathtaking views at Mountain Ash Golf Club. Discover more.

Rhondda Cynon Taf, Mountain Ash

£POA

80 guests

Lower Damgate Farm Weddings Wedding Venue

Farm Wedding venue in Peak District - Dovedale

Derbyshire, Ashbourne

£POA

36-180 guests

Broughton House

Broughton House: Your dream Dumfries and Galloway wedding venue. Discover more.

Dumfries and Galloway, Kirkcudbright

£POA

120 guests

Falkland Palace & Garden

Falkland Palace: a majestic Fife setting for your fairytale wedding.

Fife, Cupar

£POA

Greenbank Garden

Say "I do" surrounded by Greenbank Garden's historic beauty. Find out more.

East Renfrewshire, Glasgow

£POA

Harmony House

Scottish Borders wedding bliss awaits at Harmony House & Gardens. Discover more.

Scottish Borders, Melrose

£POA

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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