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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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Forde Abbey Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by history at Forde Abbey, a stunning venue in the heart of Somerset.

Bristol and Somerset, Chard

£750 - £4,000

200 guests

Mapperton Manor House Wedding Venue

Undiscovered, exclusive and wildly romantic

Dorset, Beaminster

£POA

20-500 guests

The Ollerod Wedding Venue

Intimate Wedding Venue in Beaminster, Dorset.

Dorset, Beaminster

£POA

120 guests

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Chedington Weddings

Plan your perfect Dorset wedding day at Chedington, a stunning manor house graced with elegance and charm.

Dorset, Beaminster

£POA

120 guests

Milton Abbey School Wedding Venue

Milton Abbey: Historic Dorset charm for your perfect wedding day.

Dorset, Blandford Forum

£POA

120 guests

The Langton Arms Wedding Venue

Dorset's Langton Arms: a unique place of worship for your special day. Discover more.

Dorset, Blandford

£POA

80 guests

Castle House Wedding Venue

Create your perfect day at Castle House, a stunning wedding venue nestled in the heart of Herefordshire's countryside.

Herefordshire, Hereford

£POA

80-200 guests

Lancaster Town Hall Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in Lancaster Town Hall's majestic setting. Learn more about our stunning venue.

Lancashire, Lancaster

£POA

200 guests

The Lake at Barston Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by idyllic lake views at The Lake at Barston. Discover more.

West Midlands, Solihull

£POA

120-200 guests

Hereford Racecourse Wedding Venue

Herefordshire couples: say "I do" at Hereford Racecourse. Discover more.

Herefordshire, Hereford

£POA

200 guests

The Gibson Hall Wedding Venue

Gibson Hall: London's grandest backdrop for your unforgettable wedding.

Central London, Hackney

£POA

200 guests

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Thame Barns Centre

Community barn venue Thame Barns Centre Thame Oxfordshire with tailored menus and adaptable interior.

Oxfordshire, Thame

£POA

100 guests

London Rowing Club Wedding Venue

Stunning Thameside wedding venue in West London: discover the London Rowing Club.

West London, Putney

£POA

200 guests

Dufferin Coaching Inn

Dufferin Coaching Inn: Historic charm for your perfect County Down wedding.

County Down, Killyleagh

£POA

110 guests

The Grange at Oborne Wedding Venue

Boutique hotel in rural West Dorset

Dorset, Sherborne

£POA

10-60 guests

Moonfleet Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's beauty at Moonfleet Manor, your dream wedding venue.

Dorset, Weymouth

£POA

120 guests

The Glade at Rosliston Forestry Centre Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by nature's beauty at The Glade, Rosliston Forestry Centre, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire, Rosliston

£POA

Inn on the Prom Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day at Inn on the Prom, Lancashire's coastal wedding venue, where memories are made with stunning sea views.

Lancashire, St Annes-on-Sea

£POA

Manchester Art Gallery Wedding Venue

City centre wedding venue in Manchester.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

£4,000 - £15,780

40-200 guests

Skylark Country Club

Hampshire couples: discover Skylark Country Club's unique barn & golf course wedding venue.

Hampshire, Fareham

£2,500 - £13,000

50-180 guests

George Albert Hotel Wedding Venue

Dorset's George Albert Hotel & Spa: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Dorset, Dorchester

£45 - £100

50-450 guests

Dudsbury Golf Club Hotel Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in Dorset's idyllic Dudsbury; explore our stunning wedding venue.

Dorset, Ferndown

£2,800 - £6,800

200 guests

Briars Hall Hotel Wedding Venue

Lancashire's Briars Hall Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.

Lancashire, Ormskirk

£5,000 - £7,000

400 guests

Charter House Wedding Venue

Lancashire's Charter House: a stunning venue for your perfect day. Discover more.

Lancashire, Ormskirk

£POA

Preston Registry Office Wedding Venue

Preston Registry Office provides picturesque surroundings and professional services for your special day.

Lancashire, Preston

£POA

120 guests

Rivington Hall Barn Wedding Venue

A Grade II listed Saxon Barn, complete with original beams and period features, has a magical ambience that is both traditional yet contemporary.

Greater Manchester, Bolton

£POA

80-350 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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