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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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Watford Colosseum & Town Hall Wedding Venue
Say “I do” in Hertfordshire’s most beautiful and historic venue - Watford Colosseum & Town Hall.
The Cider Barn Wedding Venue
Herefordshire's Cider Barn: Rustic charm for your perfect day.
The Greenman Wedding Venue
Herefordshire's The Greenman: enchanting weddings in a unique place of worship.
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Ashford Castle Wedding Venue
Ashford Castle, Ireland: Say 'I do' in fairytale splendour. Discover more.
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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.
Hotel D'Angleterre Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' in breathtaking Switzerland at Hotel D'Angleterre. Discover more.
The Oyster Box Wedding Venue
Dreaming of an unforgettable destination wedding? Discover The Oyster Box.
The Richmond Hotel Wedding Venue
Turn your special day into an unforgettable occasion at The Richmond Hotel, Merseyside's premier wedding venue!
The Twelve Apostles Hotel Wedding Venue
Planning a dream destination wedding? Discover The Twelve Apostles Hotel, Cape Town.
Duke of Richmond Hotel Wedding Venue
Planning your dream Guernsey wedding? Discover the Duke of Richmond Hotel.
Chippenham Golf Club Wedding Venue
Chippenham Golf Club: Your dream Wiltshire wedding venue. Discover more.
Blackstock Country Estate
Sussex wedding? Say "I do" in the idyllic Blackstock Country Estate. Discover more.
The Stanwell Hotel Wedding Venue
Planning your West London wedding? Discover The Stanwell Hotel's enchanting ceremony spaces.
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The Lodge at Ashford Castle Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' in breathtaking Irish elegance at The Lodge at Ashford Castle. Discover more.
Heswall Hall Wedding Venue
Cheshire weddings: Discover Heswall Hall's unique charm.
West Lancashire Golf Club Wedding Venue
Say "I do" surrounded by stunning Merseyside views at West Lancashire Golf Club. Discover more.
The Rubens at the Palace Wedding Venue
London's Rubens at the Palace: majestic wedding venue fit for royalty.
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Radisson Collection Hotel Royal Mile Edinburgh
Planning a Midlothian wedding? Discover the Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh.
Carlowrie Castle
Experience the magic of a bespoke wedding at Carlowrie Castle, a renowned West Lothian venue with breathtaking views. Create unforgettable memories.
Dalziel Park Hotel & Golf Club
Say "I do" surrounded by Lanarkshire's beauty at Dalziel Park Hotel & Golf Club.
The Trades Hall Of Glasgow
Create memories that will last a lifetime at The Trades Hall Of Glasgow, a stunning wedding venue in South Lanarkshire.
Dairy Barns Wedding Venue
Planning a Norfolk wedding? Discover Dairy Barns' unique charm.
Piggy Back Barns Wedding Venue
Planning a Norfolk wedding? Discover Piggy Back Barns' unique charm.
Gunthorpe Hall Wedding Venue
Norfolk's Gunthorpe Hall: Your dream country wedding awaits.
Dunglass Estate
Say "I do" surrounded by historic splendour at Dunglass Estate. Discover more.
Crow's Hall Wedding Venue
Suffolk's Crow's Hall: a unique, enchanting venue for your perfect wedding. 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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