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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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The Victorian Barn Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day amidst the rustic charm of The Victorian Barn, a picturesque barn wedding venue in the heart of Dorset.

Dorset, Blandford Forum

£POA

30-200 guests

Bordesley Park Wedding Venue

Make your dream wedding a reality amidst its captivating grounds and the elegant interiors or our Barn and onsite Marquee

Worcestershire, Beoley

£POA

200 guests

Dilhorne Village Hall, Wedding Reception Venue

Beautiful venue set on the edge of the Staffordshire Moorlands surrounded by green spaces for those photographs and memorable moments.

Staffordshire, Stoke On Trent

£POA

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The Orwell Hotel Wedding Venue

Large wedding venue on the east coast of Suffolk

Suffolk, Felixstowe

£POA

200 guests

Talbot Heath Weddings Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Dorset beauty at Talbot Heath Weddings. Discover more.

Dorset, Bournemouth

£POA

English Oak Vineyard Weddings Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's rolling hills at English Oak Vineyard Weddings.

Dorset, Lytchett Matravers

£POA

80-120 guests

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Parkside School Wedding Venue

Surrey's Parkside School: a unique, charming venue for your special day. Discover more.

Surrey, Cobham

£POA

80-120 guests

The Zetter Wedding Venue

Central London's Zetter: a unique, stylish place of worship for your special day. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

80 guests

Barber-Surgeons' Hall Wedding Venue

London's hidden gem: Say "I do" at the historic Barber-Surgeons' Hall.

Central London, London

£POA

250 guests

Saddlers' Hall Wedding Venue

Planning a Central London wedding? Discover the historic charm of Saddlers' Hall.

Central London, London

£POA

200 guests

Weybridge Hall Wedding Venue

Surrey's Weybridge Hall: Your perfect wedding ceremony venue. Learn more.

Surrey, Weybridge

£POA

Elmgrove Hall Wedding Venue

Surrey's Elmgrove Hall: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Surrey, Walton on Thames

£POA

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Vine Hall Wedding Venue

Surrey's Vine Hall: Your perfect, picturesque wedding ceremony venue.

Surrey, East Molesley

£POA

Popinjay Country Hotel & Spa

Tudor Hotel Wedding Venue

South Lanarkshire, Rosebank

£POA

1-160 guests

The Lensbury Wedding Venue

Planning a magical wedding? Discover The Lensbury, a stunning West London venue.

West London, Teddington

£POA

230 guests

North Foreland Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" with stunning sea views at North Foreland Golf Club.

Kent, Broadstairs

£4,995 - £7,000

120 guests

The Pavilion Centre Wedding Venue

For a memorable and budget-friendly wedding in Wadebridge, Cornwall

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Wadebridge

£POA

200 guests

The King’s Arms Hotel Wedding Venue

Kent wedding? The King's Arms Hotel offers a charming venue for your special day. Discover more.

Kent, Westerham

£POA

Porters Park Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in style at Hertfordshire's idyllic Porters Park Golf Club. Discover more.

Hertfordshire, Radlett

£POA

200 guests

Shilstone House Wedding Venue

Stunning, Exclusive Devon Wedding Venue

Devon, Ivybridge

£8,000 - £20,000

50-220 guests

Glenapp Castle

A fairytale venue for a perfect Scottish castle wedding

Ayrshire South, Ballantrae

£10,000 - £40,000

80 guests

Harry Warren House Wedding Venue

Dreaming of a Dorset wedding? Discover Harry Warren House.

Dorset, Studland

£POA

50-200 guests

ArcelorMittal Orbit Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' with breathtaking views at the ArcelorMittal Orbit, a unique East London wedding venue.

East London, Stratford, London

£POA

Vincent Hotel Wedding Venue

Stylish wedding venue in Southport.

Merseyside, Southport

£POA

200 guests

West Herts Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Hertfordshire's stunning scenery at West Herts Golf Club. Discover more.

Hertfordshire, Rickmansworth

£POA

120 guests

The Hat Factory Wedding Venue

Bedfordshire's unique Hat Factory: craft your perfect wedding ceremony.

Bedfordshire, Luton

£POA

Eight Moorgate Wedding Venue

Planning a stylish London wedding? Discover Eight Moorgate.

Central London, London

£POA

80-200 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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