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The Boathouse Ormesby Broad, Wedding Venue in Norfolk

The Boathouse Ormesby Broad is an idyllic romantic Wedding Venue situated on the enchanting Ormesby Broad

Norfolk

£POA

50-250 guests

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Hastings Museum and Art Gallery

The magnificent Durbar Hall at Hastings Museum & Art Gallery is a unique venue for weddings and civil ceremonies

East Sussex, Hastings

from £525

80 guests

Hastings Town Hall

Say "I do" in historic splendour at Hastings Town Hall.

East Sussex, Hastings

£POA

Three Counties Showground Wedding Venue

Worcestershire's Three Counties Showground: Your perfect rural wedding venue. Discover more.

Worcestershire

£POA

200-200 guests

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Worcestershire

£POA

50-120 guests

Gainsborough House Hotel Wedding Venue

Hotel is closed for the foreseeable future.

Worcestershire

£POA

50-200 guests

The Granary Hotel Wedding Venue

Worcestershire couples: discover The Granary Hotel & Restaurant, a picture-perfect wedding venue.

Worcestershire

from £4,600

20-200 guests

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Hogarths Stone Manor - Tudor style venue with modern flair
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Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel

Worcestershire weddings: Discover Hogarths Stone Manor, your dream venue.

Worcestershire

from £5,500

50-200 guests

The Lygon Arms Wedding Venue

Worcestershire's Lygon Arms: historic charm for your perfect day.

Worcestershire, Worcester

£POA

Deer Park Hall Wedding Venue

Worcestershire's Deer Park Hall: Enchanting ceremonies, stunning receptions. Discover more.

Worcestershire, Pershore

from £2,500

200 guests

Hagley Golf Club Wedding Venue

Discover your dream wedding venue at Hagley Golf Club with stunning views and bespoke packages

West Midlands

£POA

120 guests

Fynn Valley Terrace

Unique Oak & Glass Wedding venue with Panoramic Views of Suffolk

Suffolk, Ipswich

£POA

50-300 guests

Bradfield College

Say 'I do' in Bradfield College's stunning chapel. Discover more.

Berkshire, Reading

£POA

200 guests

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The Bristol Wedding Venue

Harbour side City Centre Hotel

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

from £3,950

250 guests

Woodland Tipis and Yurts Wedding Venue

Escape to a whimsical woodland paradise for your dream wedding at Woodland Tipis and Yurts in Herefordshire.

Herefordshire

£POA

Athelhampton House Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's beauty at Athelhampton. Discover more.

Dorset, Dorchester

from £7,125

300 guests

Greenmeadow Golf Club

Greenmeadow Golf Club offers tailored wedding packages to create an unforgettable celebration amidst Torfaen's stunning greenery.

Torfaen

£POA

200 guests

Crowne Plaza Nottingham Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in style at Crowne Plaza Nottingham. Discover our stunning wedding venue.

Nottinghamshire, Nottingham

£POA

200 guests

Hatton Court Hotel Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love in the idyllic setting of Hatton Court Hotel, in the heart of the Cotswolds

Gloucestershire, Gloucester

from £3,500

200 guests

Blakelands Country House Wedding Venue

Staffordshire's Blakelands Country House: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Staffordshire

from £5,000

10-200 guests

Ibis Styles Crewe Wedding Venue

Cheshire weddings: Say "I do" in style at Ibis Styles Crewe.

Cheshire, Crewe

£POA

Stratford Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in Warwickshire's idyllic Stratford Manor Hotel. Discover more.

Warwickshire

£POA

50-200 guests

Parley Manor Wedding Venue

Parley Manor: Dorset's dream wedding venue. Discover more.

Dorset

£POA

200 guests

Mendip Spring Golf and Country Club Wedding Venue

Planning your dream wedding in Bristol & Somerset? Discover Mendip Spring's enchanting venue.

Bristol and Somerset

£POA

120 guests

Sparsholt Weddings

Hampshire couples: Discover Sparsholt's unique charm for your perfect wedding day.

Hampshire

£POA

50-250 guests

Best Western Chilworth Manor Wedding Venue

Celebrate your perfect day at Best Western Chilworth Manor, a stunning wedding venue in Hampshire.

Hampshire

from £7,200

20-200 guests

Tre-Ysgawen Hall

Say 'I do' surrounded by Anglesey's beauty at Tre-Ysgawen Hall. Discover more.

Isle of Anglesey

£POA

200 guests

Edinburgh Corn Exchange

Grade A listed Building

Midlothian, Edinburgh

from £800

30-300 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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