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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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Hencote Estate

Unique Vineyard Wedding Venue in Shropshire

Shropshire, Shrewsbury

£POA

25-250 guests

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The Field at Hollybeds

Worcestershire couples: discover The Field at Hollybeds, a unique wedding venue.

Worcestershire, Worcester

£2,000

Avisford Park Hotel

Retreat to the beautiful English countryside at the elegant Avisford Park Hotel, Arundel

West Sussex, Arundel

£POA

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Dakota Hotel Eurocentral Ltd

Say "I do" in style at Dakota Eurocentral, North Lanarkshire's sophisticated wedding venue.

North Lanarkshire, Motherwell

£POA

The Boars Head

Cheshire couples: Say "I do" in The Boars Head's stunning tipi.

Cheshire, Nantwich

£POA

Portsmouth Museum Service

Historic Portsmouth venues await: discover your perfect wedding setting.

Hampshire, PORTSMOUTH

£POA

Woolhanger Estate

Say "I do" surrounded by Devon's beauty at Woolhanger Estate. Discover more.

Devon, Barnstaple

£POA

Worsley Court House

Planning your dream Manchester wedding? Discover Worsley Court House's timeless elegance.

Greater Manchester, Salford

£POA

The New Bingley Hall Wedding Venue

West Midlands weddings: Discover The New Bingley Hall's unique charm.

West Midlands

£POA

Lavender Field Events

Buckinghamshire couples: discover Lavender Field Events, your dream wedding venue.

Buckinghamshire, Bourne End

£POA

130 guests

Jephson Hotel

Leamington Spa's Jephson Hotel: Your perfect Warwickshire wedding venue.

Warwickshire, Leamington Spa

£20 - £50

2-50 guests

The Exceptional Group

Surrey's Exceptional Group: Your perfect wedding venue. Find out more.

Surrey, Warlingham

£POA

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The Bear of Burton

Dorset's enchanting Bear of Burton: a unique, charming setting for your perfect day.

Dorset, Christchurch

£POA

Beachley Weddings

Dream Gloucestershire wedding? Discover Beachley Weddings, your unique venue.

Gloucestershire, Chepstow

£POA

The Jugged Hare

Planning a Central London wedding? Discover The Jugged Hare, a unique venue for your special day.

Central London, London

£POA

Hat and Tun Wedding Venue

Planning a Central London wedding? Discover the historic Hat and Tun.

Central London, London

£POA

Chiswell Street Dining Rooms

Planning a Central London wedding? Discover the unique charm of Chiswell Street Dining Rooms.

Central London, London

£POA

The Loft Lounge & Bar

Bristol/Somerset wedding? Discover The Loft Lounge & Bar, a unique venue.

Bristol and Somerset, Street

£2,000 - £5,000

40-200 guests

Daventry Town Bowls Club

Planning a Northamptonshire wedding? Discover Daventry Town Bowls Club's unique charm.

Northamptonshire, Daventry

£650 - £750

100 guests

The Anglesey Hotel

Hampshire couples: discover the enchanting Anglesey Hotel for your perfect wedding day.

Hampshire, Gosport

£1,000 - £4,000

Tredegar Arms Hotel Weddings

Tredegar Arms Hotel: Your dream Blaenau Gwent wedding starts here.

Blaenau Gwent, Tredegar,

£POA

Grange Manor Hotel

The Grange Manor Hotel is an award-winning venue in the Central belt of Scotland within walking distance to the world-famous Kelpies.

Falkirk, Grangemouth

£POA

20-150 guests

Maesgwyn Hall Wedding Venue in Wrexham, North Wales

Wrexham's Maesgwyn Hall: a stunning backdrop for your perfect day. Discover more.

Wrexham, Wrexham

£POA

50-120 guests

Dalduff Luxury Barn Weddings

Scotland's Number One Luxury Barn Wedding Venue in Ayrshire

Ayrshire South, Maybole

£POA

Supreme Suite

West Midlands couples: plan your dream wedding at Supreme Suite. Discover more.

West Midlands, West Bromwich

£POA

The Landmark

Lancashire's Landmark: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Lancashire, Burnley

£POA

50-150 guests

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St Mary's Wedding Space

A converted church home of unapologetic maximalism in the stunning West Scottish Highlands.

Argyll and Bute, Appin

£1,500 - £6,000

2-12 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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