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Artisan Imagery, Wedding Videographers in Surrey

Capture your special day with stunning wedding films and photography from Artisan Imagery. Contact us for a free consultation.

Surrey, Farnham

£795 - £2,995

Videography

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Eshott Hall Wedding Venue

Plan your dream wedding at Northumberland's stunning Eshott Hall. Explore our wedding packages and prices, and enquire online.

Northumberland, Morpeth

£POA

2-120 guests

King's Croft Hotel Wedding Venue

Yorkshire wedding bliss awaits at King's Croft Hotel. Discover more.

West Yorkshire

£POA

200 guests

Best Western Valley Hotel Venues in Shropshire
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Best Western Valley Hotel Wedding Venue

Create your perfect wedding day at Best Western Valley Hotel, a stunning hotel wedding venue with picturesque scenery and exceptional service.

Shropshire

from £2,495

150 guests

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Weston Park Wedding Venue

Weston Park, Staffordshire: Your dream country house wedding awaits.

Staffordshire, Shifnal

from £20,000

50-100 guests

The Cutlers Hall Wedding Venue

The Cutlers’ Hall is without question one of the most romantic wedding venues in Sheffield.

South Yorkshire, Sheffield

from £1,000

20-450 guests

Alverbank Country House Hotel

Hampshire's Alverbank: Your dream country house wedding awaits.

Hampshire, Gosport

£POA

200 guests

Steeton Hall Hotel Wedding Venue

Steeton Hall is beautifully maintained.

West Yorkshire

£POA

200 guests

Haydock Park Wedding Venue

Haydock Park: Say 'I do' in Merseyside's stunning, historic venue.

Merseyside

£POA

200 guests

Crab Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Yorkshire romance? Say "I do" at Crab Manor Hotel's charming venue. Discover more.

North Yorkshire, Thirsk

£POA

80 guests

Wincham Hall Country Hotel Wedding Venue

Unveil the grandeur of Wincham Hall Country Hotel, a historic wedding venue in Cheshire renowned for its stunning architecture and exquisite service.

Cheshire, Northwich

from £1,990

120 guests

Great Fosters Wedding Venue

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Great Fosters, Surrey's grandest manor house hotel, for an unforgettable wedding celebration.

Surrey

from £8,000

220 guests

Soughton Hall

Luxury Exclusive Use Wedding Venue

Flintshire

£POA

70-250 guests

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Tan Hill Inn Wedding Venue

Yorkshire's highest pub, Tan Hill Inn, offers unique wedding ceremonies with breathtaking views.

North Yorkshire

£POA

120 guests

Solberge Hall

Say 'I do' surrounded by Yorkshire charm at Solberge Hall. Discover more.

North Yorkshire, Northallerton

£POA

200 guests

Northcote Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Devon's beauty at Northcote Manor Hotel. Discover more.

Devon

from £6,000

30-60 guests

Hotel California Wedding Venue

Where enchanting Cornish charm and coastal elegance intertwine to create the perfect backdrop for your wedding day.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Newquay

£POA

200 guests

Norwich City Football Club LTD Wedding Venue

Canaries fan? Say 'I do' at Carrow Road!

Norfolk, Norwich

£POA

500 guests

Norwich Halls Wedding Venue

Closed for 2024 for refurbishment

Norfolk, Norwich

£POA

500 guests

Haycock Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day at our enchanting wedding venue which offers stunning surroundings and exceptional service.

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough

from £10,000

60-250 guests

Canolfan Pentre Ifan

Say 'I do' surrounded by Pembrokeshire's beauty at Canolfan Pentre Ifan.

Pembrokeshire

£POA

80 guests

The Arden Hotel Wedding Venue

Warwickshire weddings: discover The Arden Hotel's charm.

Warwickshire, Stratford-upon-Avon

£POA

The Alderley Edge Hotel Wedding Venue

Cheshire weddings: Say 'I do' in Alderley Edge's stunning hotel. Discover more.

Cheshire

from £5,000

120 guests

Falcondale Hotel

Celebrate your wedding day in style at Falcondale Hotel, an enchanting venue nestled in the idyllic countryside of Ceredigion.

Ceredigion

from £6,200

200 guests

The Cliff Hotel Ceregidon

Say 'I do' with breathtaking coastal views at The Cliff Hotel & Spa, Ceredigion.

Ceredigion, Cardigan

£POA

200 guests

Liverpool Town Hall Wedding Venue

Liverpool city centre weddings at the town hall.

Merseyside, Liverpool

£POA

200 guests

Holiday Inn Chester West

Unforgettable countryside wedding celebrations at Holiday Inn Chester West. Tailored packages and exceptional service make this an ideal wedding venue

Flintshire, Mold

£POA

180 guests

Waterton Park Hotel Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' with breathtaking lakeside views at Waterton Park Hotel.

West Yorkshire

£POA

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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