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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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Low Hall The Lakes

Cumbria's Low Hall The Lakes: Your dream lake-district wedding awaits. Discover more.

Cumbria, Cockermouth

£POA

Tyne and Wear, Newcastle upon Tyne

£POA

Wembley Stadium Weddings

All roads lead to Wembley, the ultimate Wedding celebration venue.

North London, Wembley

£75 - £150

50-1000 guests

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City Wall Tower Wedding & Events Venue

Say "I do" in the historic charm of City Wall Tower, a unique Kent wedding venue.

Kent, Canterbury

£750 - £1,500

Wilde Lodge

Wilde Lodge, Powys: Enchanting weddings in a unique setting. Discover more.

Powys, Powys

£POA

City of Edinburgh Methodist Church

Planning your dream East Lothian wedding? Discover City of Edinburgh Methodist Church.

East Lothian, Edinburgh

£POA

St Anne's House

Devon's St Anne's House: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Devon, Plymouth

£POA

The Portland

Northumberland's The Portland: a stunning place of worship for your perfect wedding.

Northumberland, Ashington

£POA

120 guests

Crieff Hydro Hotel

Say "I do" surrounded by breathtaking Perthshire scenery at Crieff Hydro Hotel.

Perth and Kinross, Crieff

£POA

The Stratford Wedding Venue

East London's The Stratford: a unique place of worship for your perfect day. Discover more.

East London, Stratford

£POA

Bradmoor Farm

Plan your perfect rural wedding at Bradmoor Farm, a charming barn venue nestled in the heart of Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire, Aylesbury

£POA

The Maynard - Wedding Venue

Boutique Hotel Wedding Venue

Derbyshire, Grindleford

£POA

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Thirsk Lodge Barns

Thirsk Lodge Barns: Stylish North Yorkshire weddings. Discover more.

North Yorkshire, Thirsk

£3,000 - £14,000

50-140 guests

Min Y Mor Hotel

Say 'I do' with breathtaking views at Min y Mor Hotel, Gwynedd. Discover more.

Gwynedd, Barmouth

£POA

Cottons Vauxhall Weddings

South London's Cottons Vauxhall: a unique and stylish setting for your special day.

South London, London

£POA

Jewel Tower Wedding Venue

London's historic Jewel Tower: a unique venue for your special day.

Central London, London

£POA

Zen China Bao Fa Garden

London's tranquil Zen China Bao Fa Garden: a unique wedding venue. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

The Barley Mow Horseferry Restaurant

Central London's Barley Mow: a unique wedding venue. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

The Prince Alfred

Central London's Prince Alfred: Your perfect wedding ceremony venue. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

Strada Southbank

London couples: say 'I do' in Strada Southbank's stunning central location. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

Skylon

Iconic London weddings at Skylon: discover your perfect venue.

Central London, London

£POA

LaLiT London Wedding Venue

Central London's LaLiT: a stunning venue for your unforgettable wedding. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

Angel Of Corbridge

Northumberland weddings: discover the enchanting Angel of Corbridge.

Northumberland, Corbridge

£POA

Walkers of Whitehall

Central London wedding? Walkers of Whitehall, a unique venue.

Central London, London

£POA

Aster

Central London's Aster: Your perfect wedding sanctuary. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

St Bride Foundation

Planning a London wedding? Discover St Bride Foundation, a historic Fleet Street haven.

Central London, London

£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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