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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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Weddings at Worcester Glamping Wedding Venue

Unique Worcestershire glamping weddings? Discover Weddings at Worcester Glamping.

Worcestershire, Worcester

£POA

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel

Planning a fairytale London wedding? Discover the magic of St. James' Court.

Central London, London

£POA

180 guests

The Spa Hotel Saltburn Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' with stunning sea views at The Spa Hotel, Saltburn.

North Yorkshire, Saltburn-by-the-sea

£POA

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All Saints Centre Wedding Venue

Bristol & Somerset couples: discover All Saints Centre, a unique wedding venue.

Bristol and Somerset, Bath

£POA

200 guests

Portico

The Portico of Ards is a stunning grade A listed heritage venue by Strangford Lough AONB

County Down, Portaferry

£500 - £3,000

Playgolf Bournemouth Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's stunning scenery at Playgolf Bournemouth.

Dorset, Bournemouth

£POA

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Morrells Wood Farm Wedding Venue

Shropshire's Morrells Wood Farm: Say "I do" in rustic romance.

Shropshire, Shrewsbury

£POA

Future Inn Plymouth Wedding Venue

Plymouth's best kept secret when it comes to weddings. All inclusive wedding venue and hotel

Devon, Plymouth

£2,100 - £7,750

30-120 guests

Pengersick Castle Wedding Venue

Tie the knot in a castle from Cornwall's past at Pengersick Castle, a spectacular and unique wedding venue you won't want to miss.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Penzance

£POA

Doubletree by Hilton Kingston upon Thames Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by elegance at the Doubletree by Hilton Kingston upon Thames.

Surrey, Kingston upon Thames

£POA

Rothamsted Manor Wedding Venue

Historic Rothamsted Manor: Your perfect Hertfordshire wedding venue.

Hertfordshire, Harpenden

£POA

55-120 guests

The arena stourbridge Wedding Venue

West Midlands weddings: Say "I do" at The Arena Stourbridge. Discover more.

West Midlands, Stourbridge

£POA

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Bury St Edmunds Farmers Club

Historic wedding venue in heart of Bury St Edmunds

Suffolk, Bury St Edmunds

£POA

100 guests

Fusilier Museum Wedding Venue

Historic setting, unique charm. Begin your married life at the Fusilier Museum.

Greater Manchester, Bury

£POA

200 guests

Crane Valley Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's beauty at Crane Valley Golf Club. Discover more.

Dorset, Verwood

£POA

120 guests

Bramble Farm Carriage Hire & wedding venue

Countryside wedding reception venue

Wiltshire, North Bradley

£POA

200 guests

Saatchi Gallery- Gallery mess Restaurant Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by iconic art at the Saatchi Gallery's Gallery Mess Restaurant.

West London, London

£POA

ChesterBoat Wedding Venue

ChesterBoat: Unique Cheshire wedding venue. Say "I do" afloat.

Cheshire, Chester

£POA

50 guests

Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel

Norfolk wedding? Say 'I do' at Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel.

Norfolk, Cromer

£POA

The Ammerdown Centre Wedding Venue

Planning a unique, spiritual wedding in Somerset? Discover Ammerdown.

Bristol and Somerset, Radstock

£POA

Chart Hills Resort Exclusive Use Wedding Venue

Chart Hills: Say 'I do' in style at Kent's premier golf club wedding venue. Discover more.

Kent, Biddenden

£5,200 - £7,000

200 guests

The Clarendon Royal Hotel Wedding Venue

Kent's Clarendon Royal Hotel: Plan your dream wedding in our stunning venue.

Kent, Gravesend

£POA

200 guests

Alcumlow Wedding Barn

Envision an unforgettable celebration at Alcumlow Wedding Barn, a rustic wedding barn tailored to create the day of your dreams.

Cheshire, Astbury

£POA

180 guests

Ivy House Country Hotel Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Suffolk charm at Ivy House Country Hotel. Discover more.

Suffolk, Lowestoft

£POA

National Marine Aquarium Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by stunning marine life at the National Marine Aquarium, Devon.

Devon, Plymouth

£POA

200 guests

Redlibbets Golf Club Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love in style at Redlibbets Golf Club, the picturesque wedding venue nestled in the heart of Kent.

Kent, Ash

£500 - £15,000

10-200 guests

The Cheshire County Sports Club Wedding Venue

Cheshire couples: explore The Cheshire County Sports Club for your perfect wedding day.

Cheshire, Chester

£POA

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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