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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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St Donat's Castle

Discover the grandeur of St Donat's Castle, a breathtaking wedding venue nestled in the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan.

Vale of Glamorgan, Llantwit Major

£8,000 - £20,000

80-160 guests

The Coquetvale Hotel Wedding Venue

Northumberland weddings: Discover the Coquetvale Hotel's charm.

Northumberland, Rothbury

£POA

Walthamstow Wetlands Wedding Venue

Heritage Venue in London's Largest Nature Reserve

North London, London

£5,000 - £10,000

2-180 guests

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Woodstock Weddings and Events

Modern Luxury Barn Venue 12 minutes from York

North Yorkshire, York

£5,495 - £13,495

50-280 guests

Berkeley Suites Wedding Venue

Planning your dream wedding in Bristol or Somerset? Discover the enchanting Berkeley Suites.

Bristol and Somerset, Bristol

£POA

50+ guests

Cutters Wharf

Dreaming of a unique Antrim wedding? Discover Cutters Wharf.

County Antrim, Belfast

£POA

The Chelsea

Say 'I do' in The Chelsea's breathtaking Antrim setting. Discover more.

County Antrim, Belfast

£POA

The Doyen

County Antrim's Doyen: Exquisite weddings, unforgettable charm.

County Antrim, Belfast

£POA

Karma St Martins Wedding Venue

Escape to Cornwall’s tranquil Isles of Scilly for an unforgettable wedding at Karma St Martins.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, St Martins

£POA

Carwinion House Wedding Venue

Escape to Carwinion's enchanting walled garden, where dreams of a magical marquee wedding flourish amidst thriving flora and tranquil surroundings.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Falmouth

£695 - £8,000

2-120 guests

The George & Dragon

Wrexham's George & Dragon: a unique wedding venue. Discover more.

Wrexham, Brymbo

£POA

The Elegance Banqueting Suite Wedding Venue

Planning your dream Greater Manchester wedding? Discover the Elegance Banqueting Suite.

Greater Manchester, Manchester

£POA

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The Horton Arms Wedding Venue

Planning your Greater Manchester wedding? Discover the unique Horton Arms.

Greater Manchester, Chadderton

£POA

The Huntsman Inn Wedding Venue

Planning a Yorkshire wedding? Discover The Huntsman Inn's unique charm.

West Yorkshire, Holmfirth

£POA

Charnock Farm Wedding Venue

Lancashire's Charnock Farm: Rustic charm for your perfect day. Discover more.

Lancashire, Leyland

£POA

Beaumont Hall Wedding Venue

Discover Beaumont Hall, a breathtaking Hertfordshire wedding venue adorned with elegant interiors and tranquil gardens for your unforgettable day.

Hertfordshire, St.Albans

£POA

30-300 guests

East Lancashire Railway Wedding Venue

For a truly unforgettable wedding experience, consider East Lancashire Railway, a unique railway heritage venue nestled in Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester, Bury

£POA

The Old Station

Conwy's Old Station: Unique character for your unique day. Discover more.

Conwy, Llandudno Junction

£POA

The Same Yet Wedding Venue

Manchester's 'The Same Yet' offers a charming wedding venue. Discover more.

Greater Manchester, Simister

£POA

Ty Gwyn Hotel

Say 'I do' in style at Ty Gwyn, Conwy. Discover more about our idyllic wedding venue.

Conwy, Snowdonia

£POA

The Master Builder's at Bucklers Hard

Celebrate your special day in a picturesque waterfront venue The Master Builder's House at Buckler's Hard.

Hampshire, Beaulieu Estate

£19,000 - £28,000

2-150 guests

On The Farm Celebrations Wedding Venue

Dreaming of a rustic wedding in Bristol or Somerset? Discover On The Farm Celebrations.

Bristol and Somerset, Wells

£POA

The Old Milking Parlour at Cavokay House.

Private rustic barn wedding venue in Somerset.

Bristol and Somerset, Henstridge

£POA

2-100 guests

The Oaks Golf Club & Spa Wedding Venue

East Yorkshire's Oaks Golf Club & Spa: Say 'I do' in style. Discover your dream wedding venue.

East Yorkshire, York

£POA

Hilltop Barn Wedding Venue

Planning your dream Greater Manchester wedding? Discover Hilltop Barn's unique charm.

Greater Manchester, Stockport

£POA

80-150 guests

Lakeside Venue

Create lasting memories at Lakeside Venue, a picturesque waterfront location in Blackmill, perfect for your special day.

Bridgend, Blackmill

£POA

Clevedon Pier Wedding Venue

The most beautiful pier in England Clevedon Pier, North Somerset

Bristol and Somerset, Clevedon

£4,500

50 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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