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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

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The Point at Polzeath

Celebrate your love by the enchanting Cornish coast at The Point at Polzeath. Sea breezes and breathtaking views create an unforgettable wedding day.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

£POA

200 guests

Alexandra Hotel Wedding Venue

Dorset's Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant: Your dream wedding awaits. Discover more.

Dorset, Lyme Regis

£POA

120 guests

The Scarlet Hotel Wedding Venue

Indulge in an unforgettable wedding at The Scarlet Hotel, where Cornwall's rugged beauty meets luxurious refinement.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

from £1,340

16 guests

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Vertigo Wedding Venue

For a stunning and unforgettable wedding reception, look no further than Vertigo

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Truro

£POA

80 guests

Polurrian on the Lizard Wedding Venue

Celebrate your intimate wedding at Polurrian on the Lizard, nestled amidst the stunning Cornish coast, for an unforgettable and picturesque event.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

from £6,900

80 guests

Pencarrow Wedding Venue

From large formal weddings to intimate affairs, we're dedicated to making your dreams a reality.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Bodmin

£POA

2-300 guests

Penmorvah Manor Hotel Wedding Venue

For an unforgettable wedding day amidst the enchanting landscapes of Cornwall.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Falmouth

£POA

100 guests

The Vean Wedding Venue

The Vean is a beautifully restored Georgian country house on the Caerhays Estate set in the Porthluney valley with far-reaching views of the gardens.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, St Austell

£POA

2-20 guests

Woodland Valley Farm Wedding Barn

Plan your unforgettable and eco-friendly wedding day at Woodland Valley Farm, nestled in the heart of Cornwall.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Truro

£POA

Larchfield Estate

Larchfield Estate: Say 'I do' surrounded by County Down's stunning scenery. Discover more.

County Down, Lisburn

from £5,500

250 guests

Oceanside Hotel beachside Wedding Venue

Newquay + Hotel Weddings = our two favourite things.
Oceanside + your big day = a match made in heaven.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Newquay

£POA

200 guests

Holiday Inn Aylesbury Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love in style at Holiday Inn Aylesbury, a picturesque wedding venue in the heart of Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire, Aylesbury

from £3,000

100 guests

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The Montagu Arms Hotel Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day in style at the historic Montagu Arms Hotel, a charming venue nestled in the picturesque Hampshire countryside.

Hampshire

from £12,600

130 guests

The Wiltshire Hotel Golf Club Wedding Venue

Wiltshire wedding? Say 'I do' at the picture-perfect Wiltshire Hotel.

Wiltshire

from £50

10-200 guests

Northamptonshire, Towcester

from £600

16-90 guests

Hitchin Priory Ltd Wedding Venue

Hitchin Priory: historic grandeur for your perfect Hertfordshire wedding.

Hertfordshire, Hitchin

£POA

50-200 guests

Holiday Inn Stevenage Wedding Venue

Hertfordshire wedding? Discover Holiday Inn Stevenage, a stunning venue.

Hertfordshire, Stevenage

from £3,500

120-220 guests

Leopold Hotel Wedding Venue

Planning your South Yorkshire wedding? Discover the Leopold Hotel's unique charm.

South Yorkshire, Sheffield

£POA

50-80 guests

St Albans Museum & Gallery Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by history at St Albans Museum & Gallery.

Hertfordshire, St Albans

£POA

180 guests

The Langley Banqueting & Conference Suites

Celebrate your special day at The Langley Banqueting & Conference Suites, Hertfordshire's premier wedding venue for unforgettable memories.

Hertfordshire, Watford

£POA

50-200 guests

Village the Hotel Club London Watford

Say 'I do' in Watford's picturesque Village Hotel Club. Discover your dream wedding venue.

Hertfordshire

£POA

200 guests

Novotel Stevenage Wedding Venue

Discover an unforgettable venue for your wedding day at Novotel Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire, Stevenage

from £999

150 guests

Watermill Hotel Wedding Venue

The Watermill Hotel

Hertfordshire

from £4,500

700 guests

Norton Park Hotel Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day amidst the grandeur of Norton Park Hotel, an exquisite Hampshire wedding venue renowned for its captivating ambiance.

Hampshire, Winchester

from £3,500

2-340 guests

Mountains Country House Wedding Venue

Kent's Mountains Country House: Your dream wedding venue awaits.

Kent

£POA

200 guests

No.11 Cavendish Square Wedding Venue

Central London's iconic No.11 Cavendish Square: Your perfect wedding venue.

Central London

£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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