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Bridge Meadows

Bridge Meadows is a perfect field for hire wedding option in rural Lincolnshire with a flexible space for a marquee to create your dream day.

Lincolnshire, Spilsby

from £2,000

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Kimpton Charlotte Square

Kimpton Charlotte Square: Stunning Midlothian setting for your dream wedding. Discover more.

Midlothian, Edinburgh

£POA

120-200 guests

The Royal Air Force Club Wedding Venue

Central London's iconic RAF Club: Plan your perfect wedding in distinguished style.

Central London, London

£POA

200 guests

The Grosvenor Arms Wedding Venue

Dorset's Grosvenor Arms: Your perfect wedding awaits. Discover more.

Dorset, Shaftsbury

£POA

50-120 guests

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Risley Hall Hotel Wedding Venue

Derbyshire's Risley Hall Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.

Derbyshire, Risley

£3,000 - £6,500

200 guests

Best Western Lamphey Court Hotel

Say 'I do' in breathtaking Pembrokeshire. Discover Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa.

Pembrokeshire, Lamphey

£POA

120 guests

Charles Cotton Hotel Wedding Venue

Planning a Peak District wedding? Discover the charm of the Charles Cotton Hotel.

Derbyshire, Buxton

£POA

50-120 guests

Strawberry Hill House Wedding Venue

Escape to an enchanting Georgian mansion for the wedding of your dreams at Strawberry Hill House.

West London, Twickenham

£7,300 - £13,300

120 guests

Dewsall Court Wedding Venue

Enchanting Herefordshire ceremonies await at Dewsall Court. Discover more.

Herefordshire, Hereford

£10,000 - £25,000

200 guests

The Luttrell Arms Hotel Wedding Venue

Dreaming of a Somerset wedding? Discover the Luttrell Arms Hotel.

Bristol and Somerset, Minehead

£POA

80 guests

Greater Manchester, Bury

£POA

120 guests

The Burnside Hotel

Burnside Hotel, South Lanarkshire: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

South Lanarkshire, Glasgow

£POA

200 guests

Ramada Plaza Wrexham

Ramada Plaza Wrexham: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Wrexham, Wrexham

£POA

200 guests

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Caldicot Castle

Caldicot Castle, a magical wedding venue set amidst the stunning Monmouthshire countryside, offers a fairytale castle setting for your dream wedding d

Monmouthshire, Caldicot

£POA

Ramster Hall Wedding Venue

Stunning Country House Wedding Venue in Surrey

Surrey, Chiddingfold

£3,600 - £7,920

50-160 guests

Borde Hill Garden Weddings

Sussex wedding? Say "I do" surrounded by the beauty of Borde Hill Garden.

West Sussex, Haywards Heath

£POA

200 guests

Hazel Grove Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by idyllic scenery at Hazel Grove Golf Club. Discover more.

Greater Manchester, Stockport

£POA

120 guests

The Bluecoat Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love in iconic surroundings at The Bluecoat, Merseyside's captivating wedding venue.

Merseyside, Liverpool

£1,000 - £8,000

10-250 guests

Racquet Club Wedding Venue

A fusion of country house meets city chic

Merseyside, Liverpool

£POA

50-250 guests

Merseyside Maritime Museum Wedding Venue

Say "I do" overlooking Liverpool's iconic waterfront at the Merseyside Maritime Museum.

Merseyside, Liverpool

£POA

50-80 guests

Crowne Plaza Liverpool City Centre Wedding Venue

Celebrate your perfect day at Crowne Plaza Liverpool City Centre, an exquisite waterfront wedding venue offering unforgettable memories.

Merseyside, Liverpool

£POA

50-400 guests

Arora International Hotel

Say "I do" in style at Arora Hotel Gatwick/Crawley. Discover our exquisite Sussex venue.

West Sussex, West Sussex

£POA

200 guests

Wentworth Woodhouse Wedding Venue

For an unforgettable wedding, we offer a breathtaking stately home and grounds in the picturesque South Yorkshire countryside.

South Yorkshire, Wentworth

£POA

50-200 guests

St Edmund’s Canterbury Wedding Venue

Planning your Kent wedding? Discover the historic charm of St Edmund's Canterbury.

Kent, Canterbury

£POA

Village the Hotel Club Farnborough

Say 'I do' in Hampshire's idyllic Village Hotel Club Farnborough. Learn more.

Hampshire, Farnborough

£POA

50-200 guests

Village the Hotel Club Swansea

Discover the enchanting Village Hotel Club Swansea, a picturesque haven for your dream wedding amidst the vibrant city.

Swansea, Waterfront

£POA

200 guests

Village The Hotel Club Blackpool

Lancashire weddings: Say "I do" in Village Hotel Club Blackpool's charming setting.

Lancashire, Blackpool

£POA

12-200 guests

Ffos Las Racecourse

Say 'I do' with stunning views at Ffos Las Racecourse, Carmarthenshire.

Carmarthenshire, Trimsaran

£POA

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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