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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.
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Edinburgh Castle
Unveil Edinburgh Castle's grandeur, an unforgettable wedding venue in Midlothian, for a day of majestic memories with your cherished one.
Boisdale Canary Wharf Wedding Venue
Boisdale Canary Wharf: Exquisite London weddings with Scottish flair.
The Signet Library
Midlothian's Signet Library: Craft your perfect wedding day.
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National Museum of Scotland
Grand Museum wedding? Discover Midlothian's unique National Museum of Scotland.
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Gilmerton House
A warm and welcoming Georgian mansion in the heart of East Lothian
Thirsk Racecourse Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' in style at Thirsk Racecourse. Discover more about our unique North Yorkshire venue.
Mortimer Park Wedding Venue
Mortimer Park: Enchanting Herefordshire setting for your perfect day. Discover more.
Mansfield Traquiar
Fairytale wedding venue in Scotland
Venue 28 Wedding Venue
Kent couples: Discover Venue 28's unique charm for your special day.
The Mortimer Arms Hotel Wedding Venue
Hampshire couples: Discover the Mortimer Arms Hotel, a charming venue for your perfect wedding day.
Cosawes Barton Barn Wedding Venue
Discover Cosawes Barton, an enchanting venue in Cornwall renowned for its intimate weddings and idyllic elopements.
Ernespie House Hotel
Celebrate your special day in style at Ernespie House Hotel, the perfect venue for an unforgettable wedding in the heart of Dumfries and Galloway.
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DoubleTree by Hilton London Greenwich Wedding Venue
London wedding? Discover Greenwich's stunning DoubleTree by Hilton venue.
Dalvey House
Planning your Moray wedding? Discover the enchanting Dalvey House.
Cullen Bay Hotel
Cullen Bay Hotel: Moray's perfect seaside wedding venue. Discover more.
Holiday Inn Wembley Wedding Venue
Wembley wedding bliss? Discover Holiday Inn's elegant venue.
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Cally Palace Hotel
An 18th century country mansion house hotel wedding venue on the Solway Coast
The Chieftain Hotel
Highland romance awaits. Discover the Chieftain Hotel for your dream wedding.
Duck Bay Hotel
Loch Lomond wedding bliss awaits. Discover Duck Bay.
The Anchor Hotel Tarbert
Say "I do" with breathtaking Loch Fyne views at The Anchor Hotel, Tarbert. Discover more.
New Lanark Mill Hotel
Say "I do" surrounded by history at New Lanark Mill Hotel. Discover more.
Braid Hills Hotel Wedding Venue
Beautiful Wedding Venue in Edinburgh.
The Lovat
Highland romance awaits at The Lovat. Discover your dream wedding venue.
The Northern Hotel
Aberdeenshire's Northern Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits.
Rusacks Hotel
Say 'I do' with breathtaking views at Rusacks St Andrews. Discover more.
Hilcroft Hotel
Hilcroft Hotel, West Lothian: Your dream Scottish wedding awaits.
Karma Lake of Menteith Hotel
Celebrate your special day in a picturesque lakeside setting at Karma Lake of Menteith, the perfect venue for unforgettable Scottish weddings.
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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