Find Wedding Venues
Explore wedding venues from barns and hotels to country houses, gardens and exclusive-use venues. Filter by location, guest numbers and price to choose the right wedding venue, shortlist favourites and contact venues directly. Browse ceremony and reception venues for every guest list.
I'm looking for
located in
6780 results
Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel
Norfolk wedding? Say 'I do' at Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel.
The Ammerdown Centre Wedding Venue
Planning a unique, spiritual wedding in Somerset? Discover Ammerdown.
Paddocks Hotel Wedding Venue
Herefordshire wedding? Discover Paddocks Hotel, a stunning venue.
Ask Our Expert
Elaine
Elaine has 13 years of experience working with wedding venues, and advises many of the top hotel and venue brands on their wedding marketing. She has a deep understanding of statistics that can accurately predict the online popularity of a particular venue and she is happy to share that knowledge with wedding couples and venues.
ChesterBoat Wedding Venue
ChesterBoat: Unique Cheshire wedding venue. Say "I do" afloat.
Ask Our Expert
Elaine
Elaine has 13 years of experience working with wedding venues, and advises many of the top hotel and venue brands on their wedding marketing. She has a deep understanding of statistics that can accurately predict the online popularity of a particular venue and she is happy to share that knowledge with wedding couples and venues.
Crane Valley Golf Club Wedding Venue
Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's beauty at Crane Valley Golf Club. Discover more.
Redlibbets Golf Club Wedding Venue
Celebrate your love in style at Redlibbets Golf Club, the picturesque wedding venue nestled in the heart of Kent.
The Cheshire County Sports Club Wedding Venue
Cheshire couples: explore The Cheshire County Sports Club for your perfect wedding day.
The Clarendon Royal Hotel Wedding Venue
Kent's Clarendon Royal Hotel: Plan your dream wedding in our stunning venue.
Alcumlow Wedding Barn
Envision an unforgettable celebration at Alcumlow Wedding Barn, a rustic wedding barn tailored to create the day of your dreams.
Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centre Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in the unique setting of Standedge Tunnel. Discover more.
Weddings at Linskill Wedding Venue
Linskill: Tyne and Wear's enchanting venue for your perfect day.
All Saints Hotel Wedding Venue
East Anglia wedding venue in Bury St. Edmunds
Get helpful tips and advice for planning your wedding
Tower
Planning your dream Welsh wedding? Discover Tower, a unique Flintshire venue.
Riverhill Himalayan Gardens Wedding Venue
Romantic Hidden Gem in Gorgeous Gardens
National Marine Aquarium Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by stunning marine life at the National Marine Aquarium, Devon.
Key West Wedding Venue
Say "I do" with stunning sea views at Key West. Discover more.
Get helpful tips and advice for planning your wedding
The Old Post House
Cardiff's Old Post House: a charming, historic wedding venue. Discover more.
Birdsall House Wedding Venue
Birdsall House: Your dream North Yorkshire stately home wedding awaits.
DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Hotel
Planning your dream Scottish wedding? Discover DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport Hotel.
Bakewell Town Hall Wedding Venue
Planning a Peak District wedding? Discover Bakewell Town Hall's unique charm.
The Deaf Institute Wedding Venue
Manchester's iconic Deaf Institute: a unique wedding venue with captivating charm.
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Historic Edinburgh wedding venue steeped in character, discover Surgeons' Quarter.
The Hop Farm Wedding Venue
Spectacular large Kent wedding venue
Horsley Hale Farm Wedding Venue
Cambridgeshire couples: discover Horsley Hale Farm's unique charm for your dream wedding.
Lodge Farm House Wedding Venue
Hertfordshire's Lodge Farm House: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
Patterns, Brighton
Patterns, Brighton provides a vibrant and unique space for your dream wedding day in the heart of Sussex.
The Dukes Wedding Venue
Bedfordshire's The Dukes: a stunning place of worship for your perfect wedding. Discover more.
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.
Latest Reviews
