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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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The Elms Country House Hotel Wedding Venue

Worcestershire weddings: Discover The Elms' idyllic charm.

Worcestershire

from £14,000

40-150 guests

The Whitewater Hotel Wedding Venue

Cumbria's Whitewater Hotel: Your dream wedding awaits.

Cumbria

£POA

50-120 guests

Derby LIVE Assembley Rooms Wedding Venue

Derby's iconic Assembly Rooms: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Derbyshire, Derby

£POA

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Burrendale Hotel

Say 'I do' in the idyllic setting of the Burrendale Hotel, County Down. Learn more.

County Down

£POA

Cottons Hotel Wedding Venue

a luxury wedding venue that offers all the small details that make weddings exceptional from the red carpet entrance to the midnight snacks.

Cheshire, Knutsford

from £3,500

170 guests

Macdonald Crutherland House

At Macdonald Crutherland House Hotel & Spa we offer couples a romantic, unique and picturesque wedding venue in East Kilbride near Glasgow.

South Lanarkshire

from £2,000

50-300 guests

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The Culloden Estate and Spa

Say 'I do' in five-star luxury at the Culloden Estate and Spa. Discover more.

County Down, Belfast

£POA

200 guests

The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel

Plan your dream city wedding in a landmark hotel overlooking the iconic Edinburgh Castle.

Midlothian, Edinburgh

£POA

200 guests

Barnham Broom Hotel Wedding Venue

Hotel Wedding Venue

Norfolk, Norwich

£POA

200 guests

The Bentley Hotel Wedding Venue

Planning a West London wedding? Discover The Bentley Hotel, a stunning venue for your special day.

West London

£POA

Passford House Hotel Wedding Venue

Step into the grandeur of Passford House Hotel for an unforgettable wedding day where elegance and charm meet amidst rolling Hampshire countryside.

Hampshire, Lymington

£POA

50-100 guests

Chesfield Downs Golf Club Wedding Venue

Create unforgettable wedding memories at Chesfield Downs Golf Club, a picturesque venue in Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire, Stevenage

from £3,000

30-200 guests

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Leigh Park Country House Wedding Venue

Wiltshire weddings: Say 'I do' amidst the vines at Leigh Park's stunning vineyard chapel.

Wiltshire, Bradford-On-Avon

£POA

120 guests

Best Western Limpley Stoke Hotel

Wiltshire weddings: Say 'I do' in the beautiful Limpley Stoke Hotel. Discover more.

Wiltshire, Bath

£POA

200 guests

Best Western Walton Park Hotel

Walton Park Hotel: Say 'I do' in stunning Bristol/Somerset surroundings. Discover more.

Bristol and Somerset, Clevedon

£POA

120-200 guests

Llanhilleth Miners Institute

Historic charm meets modern elegance at Llanhilleth Miners Institute – your perfect wedding venue.

Blaenau Gwent

£POA

The Faversham Wedding Venue

Unique & quirky wedding venue

West Yorkshire, Leeds

from £10,000

80-450 guests

Novotel Hotel- Greenwich Wedding Venue

A 4* star hotel with a convenient London location, a perfect venue for your wedding.

East London, London

£POA

Village the Hotel Club Chester St David's

Chester St David's: Say 'I do' in idyllic Flintshire.

Flintshire

£POA

200 guests

Castle Lodge Hotel Wedding Venue

Stunning wedding location

Herefordshire

£POA

80 guests

The Limes Country Lodge Wedding Venue

West Midlands weddings: Discover The Limes Country Lodge's charming place of worship.

West Midlands, Solihull

£POA

50-200 guests

Hargate Hall Wedding Venue, Derbyshire.

DIY wedding venue with accommodation

Derbyshire, Buxton

from £5,500

140 guests

Soar Mill Cove Hotel Wedding Venue

Say "I do" with breathtaking coastal views at Soar Mill Cove Hotel in Devon.

Devon

£POA

120 guests

The East Horton Golf Centre Wedding Venue

Hampshire couples: discover East Horton Golf Centre, the perfect setting for your dream wedding.

Hampshire, Southampton

£POA

200 guests

Dumfries and Galloway, Stranraer

£POA

200 guests

Best Western Orton Hall Hotel

Celebrate your special day in the historic Orton Hall Hotel & Spa, a charming Cambridgeshire countryside wedding venue.

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough

from £50

1-140 guests

Langshott Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Escape to the idyllic Langshott Manor Hotel for an unforgettable and enchanting wedding day in the heart of Surrey.

Surrey

from £9,000

120 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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