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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

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50-250 guests

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The Mansion House Venues in Bristol and Somerset
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The Mansion House Wedding Venue

Bristol & Somerset couples: discover the Mansion House's unique wedding magic.

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

£POA

100 guests

Curradine Barns Venues in Worcestershire
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Curradine Barns Wedding Venue

For a rustically charming barn wedding set amidst rolling Worcestershire countryside, discover Curradine Barns.

Worcestershire, Worcester

£POA

15-110 guests

Clock Barn Venues in Hampshire
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Clock Barn Wedding Venue

Plan your dream countryside wedding at Clock Barn, an enchanting venue nestled in the heart of Hampshire.

Hampshire, Whitchurch

£POA

15-160 guests

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Beggars Reach Hotel

Beggars Reach Hotel is a 3-star Pembrokeshire hotel, a former rectory offering exclusive use within nine acres of private gardens.

Pembrokeshire, Milford Haven

££ - £££

200 guests

Wadhurst Castle - Perfect garden wedding in country castle venue nestled in its private 140 acre estate in East Sussex
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Wadhurst Castle

Stunning castle venue nestled in 140 acre private estate in East Sussex countryside, exclusively yours for your wedding day

East Sussex, Wadhurst

from £2,000

2-130 guests

Marwell Hotel Venues in Hampshire
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Marwell Hotel

Woodland wedding venue in Hampshire offering elegant ceremonies, bespoke receptions and luxury accommodation.

Hampshire, Winchester

from £6,500

25-199 guests

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The Riverside House Hotel

A Grade II* listed Georgian venue in Mildenhall, Suffolk, holding events on the banks of the River Lark.

Suffolk, Bury St Edmunds

££ - £££

120-200 guests

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Stifford Hall Hotel

Essex weddings: discover Stifford Hall Hotel's enchanting charm.

Essex

£POA

120 guests

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Malmaison Oxford

Historic former prison Malmaison Oxford in Oxford providing adaptable rooms and rooftop terrace for weddings.

Oxfordshire, Oxford

£POA

20-120 guests

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JobServe Community Stadium

Stadium-based wedding and event venue at Cambridge United Football Club, Cambridge offering adaptable rooms and onsite catering

Essex, Colchester

from £1,000

2-300 guests

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The Green House Wedding Venue

The Green House Hotel - Bournemouth's most Sustainable Wedding Venue located in a stunning 18th Century Villa just moments from the seaside

Dorset, Bournemouth

from £5,250

2-110 guests

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Birchwood Park Golf Centre

A golf course wedding venue in Kent with indoor event spaces and landscaped grounds suitable for ceremonies and receptions.

Kent, Dartford

£POA

120-200 guests

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The Saracens Head Wedding Venue

Northamptonshire's Saracens Head: Historic charm for your perfect day.

Northamptonshire, Northampton

£POA

80-120 guests

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Llwyn Hall Country Hotel

Llwyn Country House is an exclusive-use Victorian venue in Carmarthenshire with views across the Gower peninsula.

Carmarthenshire, Llanelli

£POA

80 guests

Mythe Barn, Venues in Leicestershire
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Mythe Barn Wedding Venue

An exquisite barn wedding venue set in the heart of Leicestershire.

Leicestershire, Atherstone

£POA

50-150 guests

Holiday Inn High Wycombe M40 J4 Wedding Venue Venues in Buckinghamshire
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Holiday Inn High Wycombe

Holiday Inn High Wycombe M40 Jct 4: A Buckinghamshire hotel venue with the self-contained Hughenden Suite for private celebrations.

Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe

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120 guests

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Gunby Hall

a country house steeped in history, offers a unique and charming setting for your wedding. With the option of a church wedding on-site.

Lincolnshire, Spilsby

£POA

50 guests

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Bells Hotel Wedding Venue

Discover your affordable dream wedding in the stunning Forest of Dean.

Gloucestershire, Coleford

£POA

200 guests

The Westgate Suites Venues in Nottinghamshire
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The Westgate Suites Wedding Venue

Discover The Westgate Suites, a charming wedding venue in Nottinghamshire, boasting bespoke packages for your perfect day.

Derbyshire, Long Eaton

from £35

30-150 guests

The White Swan Hotel Venues in Northumberland
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The White Swan Hotel Wedding Venue

Northumberland's White Swan Hotel: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Northumberland

£POA

120 guests

Hilton Reading Hotel Venues in Berkshire
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Hilton Reading

Celebrate your love in elegance and style at Hilton Reading Hotel, the exquisite wedding venue in the heart of Berkshire.

Berkshire, Reading

from £59

10-330 guests

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Bexleyheath

A licensed hotel wedding venue in Bexleyheath offering flexible function rooms, tailored packages and guest accommodation.

Kent, Bexleyheath

£POA

200 guests

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The Country Cottage Hotel Wedding Venue

Beautiful Boutique Hotel

Nottinghamshire, Nottingham

£POA

200 guests

Hyde Bank Farm Venues in Cheshire
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Hyde Bank Farm Barn Wedding Venue

Nestled in the picturesque Greater Manchester countryside, Hyde Bank Farm offers a charming rustic barn venue for your unforgettable wedding day.

Greater Manchester, Stockport

£POA

50-150 guests

Inn on the Lake Wedding Venue Venues in Kent
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Inn on the Lake

A lakeside hotel wedding venue in Kent with outdoor ceremony options, reception spaces overlooking the water and guest accommodation on site.

Kent, Gravesend

£POA

30-200 guests

Maylands Golf Club Venues in Essex
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Maylands Golf Club

Stunning barn wedding venue

Essex, Romford

from £3,000

10-180 guests

Spinnaker Tower located on the water's edge in Portsmouth Harbour, Hampshire
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Spinnaker Tower Wedding Venue

Exchange vows with a breathtaking harbour vista and create unforgettable wedding memories at this historic landmark

Hampshire, Portsmouth

from £3,700

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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