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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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Altahammond Barns

Say 'I do' surrounded by Antrim's beauty at Altahammond House. Discover more.

County Antrim, Whitehead

£POA

Horam Manor Farm

Make your wedding your own, in our barn setting.

East Sussex, Heathfield

£750 - £900

10-100 guests

Cairns Farm Estate

Say "I do" surrounded by Scottish charm at Cairns Farm Estate. Discover more.

West Lothian, Edinburgh

£POA

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Pickford's House - Wedding Venue

Pickford's House, Derbyshire: Your dream period wedding venue.

Derbyshire, Derby

£300 - £1,500

25 guests

Museum of Making

Marry amidst industrial heritage at the Museum of Making, Derbyshire's unique wedding venue.

Derbyshire, Derby

£1,728 - £4,500

200 guests

Derby Museum & Art Gallery

Say "I do" surrounded by history and art at Derby Museum & Art Gallery.

Derbyshire, Derby

£300 - £3,500

200 guests

Bury Lodge Hotel

Boutique Hotel & barn wedding venue in Stansted

Essex, Stansted

£POA

300 guests

Oak Tree Farm

Carmarthenshire's Oak Tree Farm: Say 'I do' in a stunning, unique venue.

Carmarthenshire, Carmarthen

£POA

Shieldhill Castle

Say "I do" in the splendour of Shieldhill Castle, South Lanarkshire. Discover more.

South Lanarkshire, Quothquan,

£2,000

2-120 guests

Weddings at Selfridges

Say "I do" in style at Weddings at Selfridges, the ultimate central London venue.

Central London, Westminster

£POA

Moor Allerton Golf Club

Say "I do" surrounded by idyllic Yorkshire scenery at Moor Allerton Golf Club.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

£POA

Walled Garden Weddings at the Wardrobe

Marquee Reception in Walled Garden

Wiltshire, Salisbury

£POA

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Burton Court Estate

Worcestershire's Burton Court Estate: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.

Worcestershire, Clifton upon Teme

£POA

Grand River Suite

Derbyshire's Grand River Suite: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Derbyshire, DERBY

£POA

Fermain Valley Hotel

Unveiling the elegance and romance of Fermain Valley Hotel, an idyllic haven for your unforgettable wedding celebration.

St Peter Port

£POA

Ziggurat Boutique Hotel

Indulge in the grandeur of Ziggurat Boutique Hotel for an unforgettable wedding amidst opulence and awe-inspiring vistas.

St Peter Port

£POA

The Imperial Hall

Pembrokeshire's Imperial Hall: Your dream wedding venue. Discover more.

Pembrokeshire, Pembroke

£POA

Woburn Orangery Weddings

Discover Woburn Orangery Weddings, an enchanting wedding venue in Bedfordshire, perfect for your dream wedding celebration.

Bedfordshire, Woburn

£3,700 - £7,950

48 guests

Shirland Country Club

Derbyshire's Shirland Country Club: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Derbyshire, Alfreton

£POA

40-170 guests

Central London, London

£POA

The Mansefield Hotel

Moray couples: discover The Mansefield Hotel, a perfect setting for your dream wedding.

Moray, Elgin

£POA

Oti Mabuse Dance Studio

Say "I do" surrounded by elegance at Oti Mabuse Dance Studio, North London. Learn more.

North London, London

£POA

Butchers' Hall Weddings

Enchanting City weddings at Butchers' Hall: discover more.

Central London, Barbican

£POA

Twyning Park Wedding Venue

Gloucestershire's Twyning Park: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.

Gloucestershire, Twyning

£POA

45-100 guests

Netherbyres House

A bold, unique and relaxed venue in the Scottish Borders.

Scottish Borders, Eyemouth

£9,000 - £12,000

120 guests

Magnolia Park

Buckinghamshire's Magnolia Park: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe

£POA

The Meadows

Norfolk's The Meadows: enchanting ceremonies, breathtaking receptions. Discover more.

Norfolk, Dereham

£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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