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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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Atlantis Palm Jumeirah

Say 'I do' in Dubai's iconic Atlantis. Discover opulent wedding packages.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

£POA

Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah

Say 'I do' with breathtaking Dubai views at Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

£POA

Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah

Say 'I do' with breathtaking views at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah. Discover more.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

£POA

800 guests

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SOFITEL Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

Say 'I do' in paradise. Discover Sofitel Dubai The Palm for your dream wedding.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

£POA

Inside Spicer Manor, the tables are dressed for a wedding breakfast
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Spicer Manor

South Yorkshire's Spicer Manor: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.

South Yorkshire, Sheffield

£9,500 - £23,500

60-140 guests

Caesars Palace Duabi
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Caesars Palace Dubai

Say 'I do' in majestic Dubai. Discover Caesars Palace for your dream wedding.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

£POA

The Lost Garden of Heligan

Stunning Garden Wedding Venue in Cornwall

Devon, Saint Austell

£POA

The Ritz-Carlton Dubai

Say "I do" in Dubai's exquisite Ritz-Carlton. Learn more.

United Arab Emirates, Jumeirah Beach

£POA

Waldorf Astoria Palm Jumeirah

Say 'I do' in paradise. Discover Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah weddings.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

£POA

W Dubai, The Palm

Say 'I do' in dazzling Dubai. Discover W Dubai – The Palm, a truly unique wedding venue.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

£POA

Battleford Farm

Devon's Battleford Farm: Say "I do" in idyllic bliss. Discover more.

Devon, Totnes

£POA

Stennack Farm

Host your dream wedding in our barn wedding venue, nestled in the idyllic countryside. With breathtaking views it offers the perfect setting!

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Praze

£2,500 - £6,500

300 guests

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Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai

Say 'I do' at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai: your dream UAE wedding awaits.

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

£16,250 - £112,500

10-1000 guests

St Peter Hall Cardiff

Say "I do" in the splendour of St Peter's Hall, Cardiff.

Cardiff, Cardiff

£POA

Lysaght Institute

Planning your Monmouthshire wedding? Discover the Lysaght Institute's unique charm.

Monmouthshire, Newport

£POA

Hutton Wandesley Stables

Stunning private 2/1 acre Walled Garden & event barn, Botanicum, seating 120 guests - accommodation for 22 guests onsite in the beautifully interiors.

North Yorkshire, York

£17,000

120 guests

The Grey Gull Hotel

Argyll & Bute's Grey Gull Hotel: a unique place of worship for your perfect day. Discover more.

United States, Ardrishaig

£POA

Stables at Ffolkes

Norfolk's unique wedding venue, Stables, awaits. Discover its charm.

Norfolk, King's Lynn

£POA

Marthrown of Mabie

Dreaming of a Scottish fairytale wedding? Discover Marthrown of Mabie.

Dumfries and Galloway, Dumfries

£POA

Cardney Steading

Rural Unique Idyllic Scottish Wedding Venue

Perth and Kinross, Dunkeld

£4,000 - £11,800

200 guests

Tyneside Cinema

Say "I do" surrounded by cinematic glamour at Tyneside Cinema.

Tyne and Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne

£POA

Warren Mere Weddings

Surrey's Warren Mere: Enchanting ceremonies, unforgettable receptions. Discover more.

Surrey, Godalming

£POA

350 guests

The Common Room

Tyne and Wear couples: discover The Common Room, a unique and stylish wedding venue.

Tyne and Wear, Newcaslte Upon Tyne

£POA

Selby Town Hall

Selby Town Hall: Your perfect Yorkshire wedding venue. Discover more.

North Yorkshire, Selby

£POA

120 guests

Cottiers Bar, Theatre & Restaurant

Say "I do" surrounded by Victorian grandeur at Cottiers. Discover more.

South Lanarkshire, Glasgow

£POA

Hull Guildhall

Planning a majestic wedding? Discover Hull Guildhall's grandeur.

North Yorkshire, Hull

£POA

St John's Waterloo

Planning a central London wedding? Discover the iconic St John's Waterloo.

Central London, Waterloo

£POA

10-270 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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