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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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Diss Registry Office

Discover the perfect setting for your special day at the Diss Registry Office, Norfolk's charming civil licensed wedding venue.

Norfolk, Diss

£POA

Castle Park Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Yorkshire charm at Castle Park. Discover more.

South Yorkshire, Doncaster

£POA

50-240 guests

Launcells Barton Wedding Venue

For a truly special day, consider Launcells Barton, Cornwall's enchanting historic barn wedding venue.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Bude

£POA

50-200 guests

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The Normans Wedding Barn

Create your dream wedding at our breathtaking barn wedding venue nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire, York

£POA

200 guests

The Cloisters Letchworth Wedding Venue

Hertfordshire's The Cloisters: a stunning setting for your perfect day. Discover more.

Hertfordshire, Letchworth

£POA

200 guests

East Dean & Friston Village Hall

Celebrate your special day in our charming East Sussex village hall, offering a picturesque setting and versatile space for your perfect wedding.

East Sussex, Eastbourne

£POA

80-120 guests

Driffield Showground Wedding Venue

Driffield Showground: Your dream Yorkshire wedding venue.

East Yorkshire, Driffield

£POA

50-120 guests

Johnstonebridge Centre

Planning your dream Dumfries & Galloway wedding? Discover Johnstonebridge Centre.

Dumfries and Galloway, Lockerbie

£POA

Longthorns Farm Marquee Wedding Venue

Longthorns - The Unique Country Wedding Venue

Dorset, Wareham

£POA

200 guests

Shirley Park Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Surrey's splendour at Shirley Park Golf Club. Discover more.

Surrey, Croydon

£POA

Whitehaven Golf Club Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day in breathtaking surroundings at Whitehaven Golf Club, where stunning views create unforgettable weddings

Cumbria, Whitehaven

£POA

200 guests

Calthwaite Hall Wedding Venue

Cumbria's Calthwaite Hall: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.

Cumbria, Penrith

£2,500 - £30,000

200 guests

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Low House Armathwaite Wedding Venue

Cumbria weddings: Say "I do" in the idyllic Low House Armathwaite. Discover more.

Cumbria, Carlisle

£POA

200 guests

West London, Putney

£POA

120 guests

The Traddock Wedding Venue

Timeless elegance meets Yorkshire charm at The Traddock, your dream wedding venue.

North Yorkshire, Settle

£POA

80 guests

Pavilions at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre

The Pavilions at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre will provide you with the fairy tale wedding you’ve always dreamed of

North Yorkshire, Harrogate

£POA

450 guests

Blaithwaite House Wedding Venue, Cumbria.

Say "I do" in style at Blaithwaite House, a charming barn wedding venue nestled in the picturesque Lake District of Cumbria

Cumbria, Wigton

£POA

200 guests

Cumbria, Workington

£POA

230 guests

North Middlesex Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in style at North Middlesex Golf Club. Discover our beautiful venue.

North London, London

£POA

Near Gatten Weddings Marquee Wedding Venue

Shropshire couples: discover Near Gatten Weddings, a unique place of worship for your special day.

Shropshire, Shrewsbury

£POA

200 guests

Victoria Warehouse Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in Manchester's iconic Victoria Warehouse. Discover more.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

£6,500

700 guests

Haworth Art Gallery Wedding Venue

Haworth Art Gallery: Exquisite Lancashire setting for your perfect day. Learn more.

Lancashire, Accrington

£POA

80 guests

St. George Hotel Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in style at St. George Hotel, Kent. Discover your dream wedding venue.

Kent, Chatham

£POA

200 guests

Meadow Spires Farm Marquee Wedding Venue

Northamptonshire's Meadow Spires Farm: idyllic barn wedding venue. Discover more.

Northamptonshire, Daventry

£POA

Lanes Hotel Wedding Venue, Somerset.

Lanes Hotel & Spa: Your dream Bristol & Somerset wedding awaits. Discover more.

Bristol and Somerset, Yeovil

£POA

120 guests

Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

Celebrate your special day at the esteemed Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, a captivating historic venue with renowned hospitality.

Midlothian, Edinburgh

£POA

200 guests

North Star Club Wedding Venue

East Yorkshire's North Star Club: a unique, enchanting wedding venue. Discover more.

East Yorkshire, Beverley

£POA

200 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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