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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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Brasserie Blanc Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in sophisticated style at Brasserie Blanc, South Bank. Discover more.

Central London, South Bank

£30 - £50

220 guests

Aquavit London Wedding Venue

Planning a stylish London wedding? Discover Aquavit.

Central London, London

£POA

100 guests

An Mor Wedding Venue

Cornwall's enchanting wedding venue in Bude. Stun your guests with sweeping coastal views and impeccable service for a celebration to remember.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Bude

£POA

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The Viaduct Tavern Wedding Venue

Planning a Central London wedding? Discover the unique charm of The Viaduct Tavern.

Central London, London

£POA

100 guests

Bentley's Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in style at Bentley's Oyster Bar, a unique West London wedding venue. Discover more.

West London, Mayfair

£POA

100 guests

The Lady Ottoline Wedding Venue

Central London's iconic Lady Ottoline: a unique wedding venue.

Central London, Bloomsbury

£POA

The Banker Wedding Venue

Wedding reception venue

Central London, London

£POA

180 guests

Ackworth School Wedding Venue

Wedding reception Venue

West Yorkshire, Pontefract

£POA

Ping Pong - Southbank Wedding Venue

Central London's Ping Pong - Southbank: a unique wedding venue.

Central London, Southbank

£POA

400 guests

Woods' Silver Fleet Wedding Venue

Enchanting central London weddings aboard Woods' Silver Fleet: discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

30-550 guests

Boyds Wedding Venue

Central London's Boyds: a unique wedding venue. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

250 guests

SAMA Bankside Wedding Venue

Stunning central London venue, SAMA Bankside, perfect for your special day. Discover more.

Central London, London

£POA

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Chislehurst Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by idyllic Kent countryside at Chislehurst Golf Club.

South London, Chislehurst

£POA

250 guests

Sea Containers Events Wedding Venue

Stunning central London wedding venue: discover Sea Containers Events.

Central London, London

£POA

Library Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by literary charm at Library, a unique Central London wedding venue.

Central London, London

£POA

Sir John Soane's Museum Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by history at Sir John Soane's Museum, a unique Central London wedding venue.

Central London, London

£POA

85 guests

Goodwood Estate Wedding Venue

A 12,000-acre Estate with flexible wedding spaces

West Sussex, Chichester

£POA

245 guests

Clayton Hotel Belfast

Planning your dream Antrim wedding? Discover the Clayton Hotel Belfast.

County Antrim, Belfast

£POA

The Loft Wedding Venue, Scotland.

Exclusive Idyllic Rural wedding venue in Moray.

Moray, FORRES

£3,000 - £8,900

180 guests

Milford Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in style at Milford Golf Club, Surrey. Discover our stunning venue.

Surrey, Godalming

£POA

Wickham Park Golf Club Wedding Venue

Hampshire wedding bliss at Wickham Park Golf Club. Bespoke packages available.

Hampshire, Fareham

£POA

Addington Court Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in style at Addington Court, Surrey's stunning golf club wedding venue.

Surrey, Croydon

£POA

Old Billingsgate Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in stunning style at Old Billingsgate, a unique Central London wedding venue.

Central London, London

£POA

2500 guests

Sky Garden Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' with breathtaking views at Sky Garden, East London's unique wedding venue.

East London, London

£POA

100-700 guests

Corrigan’s Mayfair Wedding Venue

Corrigan's Mayfair: Exquisite West London elegance for your unforgettable wedding.

West London, London

£POA

90 guests

41 Portland Place Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love story in the elegant and sophisticated setting of 41 Portland Place, A Georgian Town House Wedding Venue.

West London, London

£POA

The Royal Institution Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by history at The Royal Institution, West London. Discover more.

West London, Westminster

£POA

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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