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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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Sedgefield Racecourse Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' at Sedgefield Racecourse, County Durham. Discover more.

County Durham, Stockton-on-Tees

£POA

120 guests

Worcester Racecourse Wedding Venue

Worcester Racecourse weddings: Stylish, picturesque Worcestershire setting for your perfect day.

Worcestershire, Worcester

£POA

200 guests

Laurel and Hardy Museum Wedding Venue

Tie the knot in comedic history at the Laurel and Hardy Museum, Cumbria.

Cumbria, Ulverston

£POA

80 guests

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Warnham Barn at Rookwood Wedding Venue

Sussex charm meets rustic elegance at Warnham Barn, your dream wedding venue.

West Sussex, Warnham

£POA

200 guests

The Langdale Hotel & Spa Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by breathtaking Cumbrian scenery at the Langdale Hotel & Spa. Discover more.

Cumbria, Ambleside

£POA

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by history and art at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery.

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

£POA

Hickstead Showground Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Sussex beauty at Hickstead Showground. Discover more.

West Sussex, Hickstead

£POA

240 guests

Sandman Signature Gatwick Hotel

Say 'I do' in style at the Sandman Signature Gatwick Hotel. Discover our wedding packages.

West Sussex, Crawley

£POA

50-200 guests

Holiday Inn London Kensington High Street

Say 'I do' in Kensington's stylish Holiday Inn. Discover more about our wedding packages.

West London, Kensington

£3,000 - £11,000

50-250 guests

Milwards House

Private secluded grade II 16th century house

East Sussex, Laughton

£POA

160 guests

Keythorpe Manor Wedding Venue

Keythorpe Manor offers exquisite surroundings for unforgettable weddings in the heart of Leicestershire.

Leicestershire, Keythorpe

£4,600 - £8,600

450 guests

Devonshire Place Wedding Venue

Leicestershire's Devonshire Place: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Leicestershire, Leicester

£POA

200 guests

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Keynsham Hall Wedding Venue

Wedding venue in Bristol and Somerset.

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

£POA

120 guests

Winchester House School Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Northamptonshire charm at Winchester House School.

Northamptonshire, Brackley

£POA

50-120 guests

Best Western Plus Milford Hotel

Say 'I do' surrounded by Yorkshire charm at Best Western PLUS Milford Hotel.

North Yorkshire, Leeds

£POA

200 guests

Village the Hotel Club Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in style at Village Hotel Club Leeds South. Discover our stunning wedding venue.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

£POA

230 guests

Holiday Inn Bristol City Centre Wedding Venue

For a Bristol and Somerset wedding venue that effortlessly combines style with convenience, choose Holiday Inn Bristol City Centre.

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

£POA

10-140 guests

Kempton Park Racecourse Wedding Venue

Kempton Park Racecourse: Say 'I do' in stunning Surrey style.

Surrey, Sunbury on Thames

£POA

200 guests

Heaton Mount Wedding Venue

Create your perfect day at Heaton Mount, an exquisite wedding venue set in the heart of West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire, Bradford

£POA

50-200 guests

Forge Mill Needle Museum Wedding Venue

Historic Forge Mill offers a unique Worcestershire wedding venue. Discover more.

Worcestershire, Redditch

£POA

120 guests

Battle Abbey School weddings

Create an unforgettable wedding at Battle Abbey School, a breathtaking East Sussex venue nestled in picturesque grounds.

East Sussex, Battle

£7,500 - £15,000

65-250 guests

Tullibole Castle

Step into a fairytale at Tullibole Castle, an enchanting wedding venue in Perth and Kinross.

Perth and Kinross, Kinross

£POA

200 guests

Rocpool Reserve Hotel

Highland romance awaits. Discover Rocpool Reserve Hotel, the perfect wedding venue.

Highland, Inverness

£POA

21-40 guests

Hampshire, Southampton

£POA

200-200 guests

The Atholl Hotel

Planning your Aberdeenshire wedding? Discover the romantic charm of The Atholl Hotel.

Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen

£POA

50 guests

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen Airport

Discover the idyllic setting of Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen Airport, a premier wedding venue in Aberdeenshire, where memories are made unforgettable.

Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen

£POA

200 guests

Aberdeen Altens Hotel

Planning your Aberdeenshire wedding? Discover Altens Hotel, the perfect venue.

Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen

£POA

50-220 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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