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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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Lapstone Barn Wedding Venue
Lapstone Barn: Gloucestershire's idyllic setting for your dream wedding. Discover more.
The Horse Trust Wedding Barn
Buckinghamshire weddings with a difference? Discover The Horse Trust.
East Dulwich Tavern Wedding Venue
Planning a unique South London wedding? Discover East Dulwich Tavern.
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Balham Bowles Club Wedding Venue
South London's Balham Bowls Club: a unique wedding venue. Discover more.
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Elaine
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.
Baring Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
South London's Baring Hall Hotel: Your perfect wedding venue. Discover more.
The Antelope Wedding Venue
Planning a unique South London wedding? Discover The Antelope.
Murrayshall Country House Hotel
An enchanting Perthshire wedding venue. Its picturesque setting and exceptional service will make your special day unforgettable.
Heacham Manor Hotel Wedding Venue
Celebrate in grand style at Heacham Manor Hotel. A stately manor in Norfolk, it offers a romantic setting for your dream wedding day.
The Old Bell Hotel Wedding Venue
Create unforgettable memories at The Old Bell Hotel, a breathtaking wedding venue nestled in the heart of Derbyshire.
The Fisher's Hotel Wedding Venue
Planning your dream Perthshire wedding? Discover The Fisher's Hotel.
Dairyhouse Farm Wedding Venue
Planning a rustic barn wedding in Bristol & Somerset? Discover Dairyhouse Farm.
The Waterfront - Aries at Riversdale Marquee Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' with breathtaking Mersey views at The Waterfront - Aries at Riversdale.
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Richmond Hill Hotel Wedding Venue
A picture perfect venue in leafy Richmond
Double Locks Wedding Venue
Devon's Double Locks: A unique place of worship for your special day. Discover more.
Viva Blackpool Wedding Venue
Viva Blackpool: Say 'I do' in Lancashire's most enchanting wedding venue.
The Willowfield Centre Wedding Venue
Willowfield Centre: Your dream West Yorkshire wedding venue. Discover more.
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The Park Hotel & Pavilion on the Prom
Celebrate your love at The Park Hotel & Pavilion on the Prom. This Lancashire wedding venue boasts stunning sea views, and a great place to say 'I do'
Rio Grande Wedding Venue
Yorkshire wedding? Say "I do" at the unique Rio Grande. Discover more.
Greswolde Arms Hotel Wedding Venue
Planning a Midlands wedding? Discover the Greswolde Arms' charming character.
The Festival Suite Wedding Venue
Beautiful Wedding Venue
Glen Mhor Hotel
Highland romance awaits at Glen Mhor Hotel. Discover your dream wedding.
Holiday Inn Southampton Eastleigh M3 J13 Venue
Stunning Wedding Venue in Eastleigh, Hampshire - Elegant suites, sustainable practices, and exceptional service for your unforgettable day.
Reed Hall Wedding Venue
Historic wedding venue in Exeter
Ye Olde Kings Head Wedding Venue
Cheshire weddings with history? Discover Ye Olde Kings Head.
Sheffield United Football Club Wedding Venue
Blades fans? Say 'I do' at the iconic Sheffield United Football Club. Discover more.
North Mymms Park Wedding Venue
Elizabethan Mansion House Wedding Venue
Boddington Village Hall Wedding Venue
Exclusive use of an unusual and versatile venue - your event your way
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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