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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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Mansion House at Edinburgh Zoo

Celebrate your special day in style at the award-winning Mansion House at Edinburgh Zoo, with breathtaking views and an unforgettable setting.

West Lothian, Edinburgh

£12,180 - £19,080

30-100 guests

Stephens House Wedding Venue

Enchanting north London setting for your perfect day. Discover more about Stephens House & Gardens.

North London, Finchley

£POA

50-80 guests

Petersham Nurseries Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by the enchanting beauty of Petersham Nurseries. Discover more.

Surrey, Richmond

£POA

80-120 guests

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The Milk Thistle & The Ox Wedding Venue

Bristol & Somerset couples: wed at The Milk Thistle & The Ox.

Bristol and Somerset, Colston Ave

£POA

120 guests

Wilkswood Wedding Venue

Wilkswood, Dorset: Enchanting ceremonies in a breathtaking setting. Discover more.

Dorset, Swanage

£7,500 - £16,990

50-200 guests

The Crossways Wedding Venue

Bristol & Somerset couples: discover The Crossways, a unique place of worship for your special day.

Bristol and Somerset, Wells

£POA

200 guests

Asia House Wedding Venue

Planning a Central London wedding? Discover Asia House's unique charm.

Central London, London

£6,000 - £20,000

250 guests

Broxmouth Park

Rustic courtyard on private Scottish estate, 40 minutes from Edinburgh, with on-site accommodation for exclusive wedding celebrations

East Lothian, Dunbar

£13,000 - £30,000

60-160 guests

Elham Village Hall Wedding Venue

Planning your Kent wedding? Discover the charm of Elham Village Hall.

Kent, Canterbury

£POA

80-200 guests

The Regency Solihull Wedding Venue

Solihull's Regency: Plan your dream West Midlands wedding.

West Midlands, Solihull

£POA

120 guests

Aldwick Estate Weddings

Exquisite English Vineyard Wedding Venue in Bristol

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

£POA

60-250 guests

The Hangar at Kesgrave Hall Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in The Hangar's unique style. Discover more about Suffolk's perfect wedding setting.

Suffolk, Ipswich

£POA

200 guests

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RHS Garden Rosemoor Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Devon's blooming beauty at RHS Garden Rosemoor. Discover more.

Devon, Great Torrington

£POA

250 guests

Overstone Park Hotel Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Northamptonshire's splendour at Overstone Park. Discover more.

Northamptonshire, Northampton

£POA

120 guests

Barking & Dagenham Council

Say "I do" in style at Barking & Dagenham CVS – a unique Essex wedding venue.

Essex, Barking

£POA

Cliff House Salcombe Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' with breathtaking coastal views at Cliff House Salcombe, Devon.

Devon, Salcombe

£POA

120 guests

The Mill House Inn Wedding Venue

Tie the knot in idyllic Cornwall at The Mill House Inn, an enchanting pub wedding venue nestled amidst the picturesque countryside.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Trebarwith

£POA

20-120 guests

Dunollie Hotel

Dunollie Hotel, Highland: Your perfect Scottish wedding venue. Discover more.

Highland, Isle of Skye

£POA

120 guests

The Elgin Kintore Arms

Planning your Aberdeenshire wedding? Discover the charm of the Elgin Kintore Arms.

Aberdeenshire, Inverurie

£POA

120 guests

Kennaway House Wedding Venue, Devon.

Devon's Kennaway House: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Devon, Sidmouth

£POA

100 guests

Kingston Estate Wedding Venue

The ultimate weekend wedding destination near Totnes in Devon

Devon, Totnes

£POA

20-250 guests

Yurt Camp Devon Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in a magical Devon yurt. Discover more.

Devon, Liverton

£POA

30-145 guests

The Mermaid London Wedding Venue

Let "The Mermaid London" host your enchanting day in the heart of the city.

Central London, Blackfriars

£POA

200 guests

The Oak Barn Wedding Venue

Devon's Oak Barn: Rustic charm for your perfect day.

Devon, Exeter

£POA

50-120 guests

Long Sutton Golf Club Wedding Venue

Long Sutton Golf Club: Say 'I do' in stunning Somerset surroundings.

Bristol and Somerset, Langport

£POA

Ipswich & Suffolk Club Wedding Venue

Planning a Suffolk wedding? Discover the unique charm of the Ipswich & Suffolk Club.

Suffolk, Ipswich

£3,200 - £4,500

20-100 guests

Woods Wedding Venue

Kent's enchanting Woods: Say 'I do' surrounded by nature. Discover more.

Kent, Royal Tunbridge Wells

£POA

70 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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