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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 Amadeus Wedding Venue
An elegant, characterful dry-hire reception venue you can personalise.
Preston Masonic Hall Wedding Venue
Planning a Lancashire wedding? Discover Preston Masonic Hall's unique charm.
The Maidenhead Steam Navigation Co.Ltd. Wedding Venue
Thameside "I do's". Unique weddings at historic Maidenhead Steam Navigation.
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Kew Gardens Wedding Venue
From enchanting gardens to iconic buildings, our venues are designed to create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
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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.
The Commodore Hotel Wedding Venue
Dream Bristol/Somerset wedding? Discover The Commodore Hotel, a unique venue.
The Lyric Rooms Wedding Venue
Discover The Lyric Rooms, an exquisite wedding venue. Celebrate your special day in an unforgettable setting that will leave a lasting impression.
Exton Park Wedding Venue
Exton Park: Rutland's romantic wedding venue. Discover your perfect church ceremony.
Regents Conference Centre Wedding Venue
Planning a London wedding? Discover the elegant Regents Conference Centre.
The Cresset Wedding Venue
Planning a Cambridgeshire wedding? Discover The Cresset's unique charm.
Coulsdon Manor Hotel Wedding Venue
Country style hotel
Watermen's Hall Wedding Venue
Planning a Central London wedding? Discover the historic charm of Watermen's Hall.
Hellidon Lakes Hotel Wedding Venue
Planning your dream Northamptonshire wedding? Discover Hellidon Lakes.
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La Royale Banqueting Suites Wedding Venue
Tie the knot in the grandeur of La Royale Banqueting Suites in North London – a wedding venue fit for royalty.
Rowheath Pavilion Wedding Venue
A picturesque grade 2 listed ballroom with original 1920's features perfect for ceremonies and receptions
Clandeboye Courtyard
Clandeboye Courtyard: Exquisite County Down setting for your perfect day. Discover more.
Chepstow Racing
Say "I do" at Chepstow Racecourse. Find out more about our unique Monmouthshire wedding venue.
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Exeter Racecourse Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in style at Exeter Racecourse, a unique Devon venue for your special day.
Western House Hotel at Ayr Racecourse
Ayr Racecourse weddings: Say 'I do' in style.
Crowne Plaza London Docklands Wedding Venue
East London hotel wedding venue.
Hilton Leicester Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' in style at Hilton Leicester. Discover our stunning wedding venue.
Carlisle Racecourse Wedding Venue
Carlisle Racecourse: Say 'I do' in style at Cumbria's unique wedding venue.
Deighton Lodge Wedding Venue
Celebrate your special day in the enchanting surroundings of Deighton Lodge, a stunning North Yorkshire wedding venue.
Hotel Vara in Cornwall
For an intimate and unforgettable wedding in Cornwall, Hotel Vara provides exquisite spaces and personalised service, creating cherished memories.
The Crown Inn, Chiddingfold Wedding Venue
Stunning wedding venue steeped in character
Bourne Hall Wedding Venue
Bourne Hall: A picturesque Surrey setting for your perfect day. Discover more.
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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