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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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Holiday Inn Basingstoke Wedding Venue
Enjoy your special day in style at Holiday Inn Basingstoke, a beautiful wedding venue nestled in the heart of Hampshire.
Stratford Manor Hotel Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' in Warwickshire's idyllic Stratford Manor Hotel. Discover more.
Woodland Tipis and Yurts Wedding Venue
Escape to a whimsical woodland paradise for your dream wedding at Woodland Tipis and Yurts in Herefordshire.
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Hagley Golf Club Wedding Venue
Discover your dream wedding venue at Hagley Golf Club with stunning views and bespoke packages
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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 Bristol Wedding Venue
Harbour side City Centre Hotel
West Wycombe Park Wedding Venue
West Wycombe Park: Exquisite stately home weddings in Buckinghamshire.
Fynn Valley Terrace
Unique Oak & Glass Wedding venue with Panoramic Views of Suffolk
Crowne Plaza Nottingham Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in style at Crowne Plaza Nottingham. Discover our stunning wedding venue.
Bradfield College
Say 'I do' in Bradfield College's stunning chapel. Discover more.
Hatton Court Hotel Wedding Venue
Celebrate your love in the idyllic setting of Hatton Court Hotel, in the heart of the Cotswolds
Blakelands Country House Wedding Venue
Staffordshire's Blakelands Country House: Your dream wedding venue awaits.
Ibis Styles Crewe Wedding Venue
Cheshire weddings: Say "I do" in style at Ibis Styles Crewe.
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Parley Manor Wedding Venue
Parley Manor: Dorset's dream wedding venue. Discover more.
Athelhampton House Wedding Venue
Say "I do" surrounded by Dorset's beauty at Athelhampton. Discover more.
Greenmeadow Golf Club
Greenmeadow Golf Club offers tailored wedding packages to create an unforgettable celebration amidst Torfaen's stunning greenery.
Mendip Spring Golf and Country Club Wedding Venue
Planning your dream wedding in Bristol & Somerset? Discover Mendip Spring's enchanting venue.
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Sparsholt Weddings
Hampshire couples: Discover Sparsholt's unique charm for your perfect wedding day.
Cambridge Belfry Hotel
Large Hotel Wedding Venue
Tre-Ysgawen Hall
Say 'I do' surrounded by Anglesey's beauty at Tre-Ysgawen Hall. Discover more.
Edinburgh Corn Exchange
Grade A listed Building
Burhill Golf Club Wedding Venue
Mansion Wedding Venue
Yelf's Hotel Wedding Venue
Yelf's Hotel, Isle of Wight: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
The Ryde Castle Hotel Wedding Venue
Picturesque location with stunning views
National Museum of the Royal Navy, HMS Warrior Wedding Venue
Unique Wedding venue in Portsmouth Hampshire
Supermarine Sports & Social Club
Swindon wedding venue with capacity for up to 250 wedding guests
Swindon Register Office Wedding Venue
Wiltshire wedding? Swindon Register Office: your perfect venue.
The Tawny Owl Wedding Venue
Wiltshire's Tawny Owl: a unique place of worship for your special day. Learn 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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