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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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Wickham Park Golf Club Wedding Venue

Hampshire wedding bliss at Wickham Park Golf Club. Bespoke packages available.

Hampshire, Fareham

£POA

Addington Court Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in style at Addington Court, Surrey's stunning golf club wedding venue.

Surrey, Croydon

£POA

The Loft Wedding Venue, Scotland.

Exclusive Idyllic Rural wedding venue in Moray.

Moray, FORRES

£3,000 - £8,900

180 guests

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Morrison Hotel Wedding Venue

Planning your dream Irish wedding? Discover Morrison Hotel, Dublin's iconic wedding venue.

Ireland, Ireland

£POA

180 guests

Prince Philip House Wedding Venue

Planning a London wedding? Discover the elegant Prince Philip House.

West London, St James's

£POA

250 guests

Hardcastle Crags Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by breathtaking Yorkshire scenery at Hardcastle Crags.

West Yorkshire, Hebden Bridge

£POA

Pentrehobyn Estate Wedding Venue

Nestled in the enchanting Welsh countryside, Pentrehobyn Estate offers an unforgettable backdrop for your wedding day.

Flintshire, Mold

£5,000

100 guests

Edgbaston Park Hotel Wedding Venue

Edgbaston Park Hotel: Your perfect West Midlands wedding venue. Discover more.

West Midlands, Edgaston

£POA

The Bell Hotel Sandwich Wedding Venue

Planning your Kent wedding? Discover the charm of The Bell Hotel, Sandwich.

Kent, Sandwich

£POA

Stradsett Hall Wedding Venue

Norfolk's Stradsett Hall: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Norfolk, Stradsett

£POA

Linden House Weddings Hammersmith

Riverside venue in West London

West London, Hammersmith

£1,500 - £8,000

10-120 guests

Trerice Wedding Venue

Discover the magic of Trerice, a historical gem where timeless romance meets captivating coastal charm, for an enchanting wedding celebration.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Newquay

£POA

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The Woodhead Barn Wedding Venue

Get married in a stunning Yorkshire barn with rustic charm and breathtaking views at The Woodhead Barn.

West Yorkshire, Holmfirth

£POA

40-200 guests

Huntleys Wedding Venue

Lancashire's Huntleys: Your dream wedding, a cherished memory.

Lancashire, Samlesbury

£POA

Gatton Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Surrey splendour at Gatton Manor. Discover more.

Surrey, Dorking

£POA

Park Plaza County Hall London Wedding Venue

Planning a Central London wedding? Discover Park Plaza County Hall's iconic elegance.

Central London, Westminster

£POA

Park Plaza Nottingham Wedding Venue

Planning a Nottingham wedding? Discover Park Plaza's elegant venue.

Nottinghamshire, Nottingham

£POA

Park Plaza London Riverbank Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' on the Riverbank. Discover our stunning London wedding venue.

South London, Lambeth

£POA

Park Plaza London Park Royal Wedding Venue

Park Plaza London Park Royal: Plan your dream West London wedding.

West London, Acton

£POA

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' with iconic London views at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge.

South London, Lambeth

£POA

Park Plaza London Waterloo Wedding Venue

Planning a stunning London wedding? Discover Park Plaza Waterloo.

South London, Lambeth

£POA

The Gardeners Country Inn Wedding Venue

Escape to the enchanting Gardeners Country Inn, an idyllic country pub nestled in the lush Yorkshire countryside.

East Yorkshire, Hull

£2,800 - £4,995

40-200 guests

Hawkstone Hall Wedding Venue

Discover Hawkstone Hall & Gardens, Shropshire's exquisite wedding destination, where enchanting moments and timeless memories await.

Shropshire, Shrewsbury

£POA

80-250 guests

Smallhythe Place Wedding Barn

For a truly unforgettable wedding in a stunning historical setting, look no further than Smallhythe Place.

Kent, Tenterden

£POA

Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff: Say 'I do' in stunning city-centre style.

Cardiff, Cardiff

£POA

Rosedew Farm Weddings

Escape to the Vale of Glamorgan's Rosedew Farm for an enchanting countryside wedding with elegant spaces for an unforgettable day.

Vale of Glamorgan, Llantwit Major

£POA

Mandarin Oriental Marrakech Wedding Venue

Say "I do" amidst Marrakech's magic at the luxurious Mandarin Oriental.

Morocco, Marrakech

£POA

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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