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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

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Blakesley Hall Museum Wedding Venue

For an unforgettable wedding steeped in history, discover Blakesley Hall Museum, a captivating venue nestled in the heart of the West Midlands.

West Midlands, Birmingham

£POA

80 guests

The Broadway Hotel Wedding Venue

Hertfordshire weddings: Say "I do" at The Broadway Hotel and Carvery. Discover more.

Hertfordshire

from £1,500

50-250 guests

Crowne Plaza Belfast

Crowne Plaza Belfast: Say 'I do' in style. Explore our Antrim venue.

County Antrim, Belfast

£POA

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The Ballymac Hotel

The Ballymac Hotel, County Antrim: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

County Antrim, Belfast

£POA

The Dunadry Hotel and Gardens

For a picturesque and unforgettable wedding celebration, discover the enchanting Dunadry Hotel and Gardens in County Antrim.

County Antrim

£POA

50-200 guests

County Fermanagh

£POA

Belle Isle Castle

Beautiful castle wedding venue, Co. Fermanagh

County Fermanagh, Enniskillen

£POA

50-60 guests

Beech Hill Country House Hotel

Dreaming of a fairytale Derry wedding? Discover Beech Hill Country House Hotel.

County Londonderry, Derry

£POA

500 guests

The Inn On The Lake Wedding Venue

Beautiful Wedding Reception Venue

Surrey, Godalming

£POA

200-200 guests

Elsecar Heritage Centre Wedding Venue

Discover Elsecar Heritage Centre, a captivating historic wedding venue in South Yorkshire, offering enchanting ambiance and timeless memories.

South Yorkshire

£POA

700 guests

The Alexandra Court Hotel

Cheshire couples: Discover The Alexandra Court Hotel, a stunning venue for your perfect day.

Cheshire, Congleton

£POA

50 guests

The Argory

The Argory: a unique County Tyrone setting for your perfect day. Discover more.

County Tyrone

£POA

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Castle Coole

Fermanagh's perfect palace in the park

County Fermanagh

£POA

Florence Court

Say 'I do' surrounded by historic splendour at Florence Court.

County Fermanagh, Enniskillen

£POA

200 guests

Maldron Hotel Belfast International Airport

Planning your dream Antrim wedding? Discover Maldron Hotel Belfast International Airport.

County Antrim

£POA

Europa Hotel

Say 'I do' in the iconic Europa Hotel, County Antrim. Discover more.

County Antrim, Belfast

£POA

300 guests

Sopley Mill Wedding Venue

Nestled in the idyllic Dorset countryside, Sopley Mill offers a picturesque and unforgettable setting for your wedding day.

Dorset

£POA

140 guests

Leicestershire, Leicester

£POA

200 guests

Salisbury Racecourse Wedding Venue

Salisbury Racecourse: Wiltshire's unique wedding venue. Discover more.

Wiltshire, Salisbury

£POA

200-200 guests

Bonghy-Bo Wedding Venue

Enchanting Bristol & Somerset venue Bonghy-Bo: discover your perfect wedding setting.

Bristol and Somerset, Bath

£POA

Melia White House Hotel Wedding Venue

Planning a stylish London wedding? Discover the Melia White House Hotel.

West London, London

£POA

The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

Say "I do" in the grandeur of Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. Discover more.

North Lanarkshire, Glasgow

£POA

Maitlandfield House Hotel

Getting married in Lothian Scotland

East Lothian

£POA

200 guests

The Park Royal Hotel Wedding Venue

Cheshire weddings: Say 'I do' in The Park Royal Hotel's stunning setting. Discover more.

Cheshire, Warrington

£POA

350 guests

Clandon Regis Golf Club Wedding Venue

Surrey's Clandon Regis Golf Club: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Surrey

from £4,000

200 guests

Richard Herrod Centre Wedding Venue

Planning your Nottinghamshire wedding? Discover the Richard Herrod Centre.

Nottinghamshire, Nottingham

£POA

200 guests

The Spitfire Ground Wedding Venue

Kent wedding? Say "I do" at The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence.

Kent, Canterbury

£POA

1000 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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