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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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Elite Venue Wedding Venue

Kent's Elite Venue: Your dream wedding, exquisitely realised.

Kent, Gravesend

£POA

200 guests

The Tollgate Hotel

Escape to Sussex's heart for a romantic wedding at The Tollgate Hotel, where charm and elegance blend seamlessly.

West Sussex, Steyning

£POA

60-120 guests

Blaise Castle House Museum Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by history at Blaise Castle House Museum. Discover more.

Bristol and Somerset, Henbury

£POA

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The Merchant Hall Wedding Venue

Planning a Bristol wedding? Discover the historic charm of The Merchant Hall.

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

£POA

120 guests

The Grey Lady Wedding Venue

Leicestershire's Grey Lady: a stunning, historic place of worship for your perfect wedding.

Leicestershire, Leicester

£POA

120 guests

Alfreton Leisure Centre Wedding Venue

Alfreton Leisure Centre: Your dream Derbyshire wedding awaits.

Derbyshire, Alfreton

£POA

200 guests

The Factory Wedding Venue

Leicestershire's unique wedding venue, The Factory, awaits. Discover more.

Leicestershire, Hinckley

£POA

120 guests

Future Inn Cardiff

Cardiff weddings: Say "I do" at Future Inn. Learn more.

Cardiff

£POA

210 guests

The Venue at Kersey Mill Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by Suffolk charm at The Venue at Kersey Mill. Discover more.

Suffolk, Ipswich

£POA

120-200 guests

Chartham Park Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in the idyllic setting of Chartham Park, West Sussex. Discover more.

West Sussex, East Grinstead

£POA

The Club At Mapledurham

Say 'I do' in Mapledurham's idyllic, exclusive setting. Discover more.

Berkshire, Reading

£POA

The Bloomsbury Ballroom Wedding Venue

Central London's iconic Bloomsbury Ballroom: Your dream wedding venue.

Central London, London

£7,000 - £11,000

100-300 guests

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Almonry Barn Wedding Venue

England's oldest Wedding Barn

Bristol and Somerset, Langport

£5,250 - £6,500

20-100 guests

Kirkstall Abbey Wedding Venue

For a memorable wedding day steeped in history, surrounded by beauty, explore Kirkstall Abbey, 12th Century Ruins, a unique for an unforgettable day.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

£POA

120 guests

Rockliffe Hall Wedding Venue

Step into the realm of opulence at Rockliffe Hall, where enchanting celebrations unfold amidst the picturesque Durham countryside.

County Durham, Darlington

£8,750 - £29,500

8-180 guests

Chiltern Forest Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by Chiltern beauty. Discover more.

Buckinghamshire, Aylesbury

£POA

120 guests

People's History Museum Wedding Venue

Marry amidst inspiring history at the People's History Museum.

Greater Manchester, Spinningfields

£POA

80-120 guests

National Football Museum Wedding Venue

Score the perfect wedding goal at the National Football Museum.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

£POA

200 guests

195 Piccadilly Wedding Venue

Unique London wedding venue, home of BAFTA

Central London, London

£POA

120 guests

The Sandon Premier Function Rooms Wedding Venue

Merseyside couples: discover The Sandon's unique charm for your special day.

Merseyside, Anfield

£POA

50-200 guests

Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh

Rock your wedding vows at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh, a unique Midlothian venue.

Midlothian, Edinburgh

£POA

200-200 guests

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Plan an unforgettable wedding at Leonardo Hotel Cardiff, nestled in the heart of vibrant Cardiff.

Cardiff, Cardiff

£POA

50-200 guests

Carberry Tower

Create a day that you'll treasure forever at Carberry Tower, a romantic wedding venue nestled in the stunning East Lothian countryside.

East Lothian, Edinburgh

£POA

180 guests

Kinnettles Castle

Say "I do" in fairytale splendour at Kinnettles Castle. Discover more.

Angus, Forfar

£POA

200 guests

Hatfield House Wedding Venue

Make your dream wedding a reality at the magnificent Hatfield House, a historic estate offering an unparalleled setting and exceptional hospitality.

Hertfordshire, Hatfield

£25,000 - £55,000

40-400 guests

The Liner Hotel Wedding Venue

The Liner Hotel: Merseyside's iconic wedding venue. Discover more.

Merseyside, Liverpool

£POA

250 guests

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Wedding Venue

For a truly unforgettable wedding, consider Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, a quirky and enchanting venue in the heart of Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire, Aylesbury

£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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