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West Heath Sevenoaks Wedding Venue
Exclusive Use, Beautiful 18th Century Manor House Wedding Venue in Sevenoaks set in 32 Acres of Grounds.
Kent, Sevenoaks
from £9,985
60-160 guests
Kent, Sevenoaks
from £9,985
60-160 guests
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The Green Dragon Hotel Wedding Venue
Herefordshire's Green Dragon Hotel: Your perfect fairytale wedding venue.
Everton Football Club Wedding Venue
Celebrate your special day in a football stadium setting at Goodison Park, creating lasting memories in a unique and unforgettable venue.
Skipton Registration Office Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in Skipton's charming Registration Office. Find out more.
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Whitby Registration Office Wedding Venue
Planning your dream Whitby wedding? Discover the charm of the Registration Office.
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Elaine
Elaine has 13 years of experience working with wedding venues, and advises many of the top hotel and venue brands on their wedding marketing. She has a deep understanding of statistics that can accurately predict the online popularity of a particular venue and she is happy to share that knowledge with wedding couples and venues.
Best Western Hotel St Pierre
Planning a Yorkshire wedding? Discover the charm of Best Western St Pierre Hotel.
Kings Hall & Winter Garden Wedding Venue
Yorkshire's grandest venue, Kings Hall & Winter Garden, awaits your special day.
Trenython Manor Hotel and Spa
For a special and memorable wedding in the beautiful Cornish countryside, discover Trenython Manor Hotel and Spa.
De Vere Cranage Estate Wedding Venue
Cheshire weddings: Say 'I do' in the idyllic chapel at De Vere Cranage Estate.
Capesthorne Hall Wedding Venue
Cheshire's Capesthorne Hall: Your fairytale wedding venue awaits.
Mercure Stratford upon Avon Shakespeare Hotel
Shakespeare's county: a perfect Warwickshire wedding venue awaits.
Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon Wedding Venue
Exchange vows amid the historic charm and modern elegance of Crowne Plaza Stratford-upon-Avon, a romantic setting in Shakespeare's hometown.
Wells Town Hall Wedding Venue
Wells Town Hall offers a stunning setting for your wedding ceremony in the heart of Somerset.
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Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park
Unique Wedding Venue in the Picturesque Sussex Countryside
Village Hotel Bracknell
Large Hotel Wedding Venue
The Lost Village Of Dode Wedding Venue, Kent.
Unique & intimate weddings in Kent for up to 40 guests
Three Salmons Hotel
a privately owned 16th Century hotel wedding venue with a license for ceremonies
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Treebridge Hotel Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by Yorkshire charm at Treebridge Hotel. Discover more.
High Rocks Wedding Venue
Say "I do" amongst the stunning natural beauty of High Rocks, Kent.
Red Lion Hotel & Manor House
North Yorkshire's Red Lion Hotel & Manor House: Your dream wedding awaits. Discover more.
Queen Elizabeth Hall Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in the majestic Queen Elizabeth Hall. Discover more.
Moxhull Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Warwickshire weddings: Discover Moxhull Hall's enchanting chapel.
The Old Municipal Buildings Wedding Venue
Affordable ceremonies at a historic register office venue in the heart of Taunton
Bolton Castle Wedding Venue
Medieval Castle Wedding Venue in North Yorkshire.
Spennymoor Town Council Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' in Spennymoor's historic Town Hall. Discover a charming venue for your special day.
Michelham Priory
Say "I do" surrounded by history at Michelham Priory. Discover more.
Goldstone Hall Wedding Venue
Your dream country house wedding awaits at Goldstone Hall:
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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