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West Heath Sevenoaks
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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The Mill Restaurant & Hotel
Staffordshire's The Mill Restaurant & Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
Ty Newydd Contry Hotel
Wed at stunning Ty Newydd Country Hotel, Rhondda Cynon Taf. Discover more.
Bashall Barn
Lancashire's Bashall Barn: rustic charm for your perfect wedding day. Discover more.
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Gaddesden Estate Weddings
Set in over 300 acres of private woodland and countryside in the heart of the Chiltern Hills, the Gaddesden Estate is a privately owned country farmin
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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.
Greentrees Estate Weddings
Sussex wedding? Say "I do" surrounded by the splendour of Greentrees Estate. Learn more.
Bruntsfield Hotel
Midlothian's Bruntsfield Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
Curds Hall Barn
Light and bright renovated 17th Century barn. Two rooms in extensive grounds with accommodation.
The Party Field
Sussex couples: discover The Party Field, your dream wedding venue.
The John Godber Centre
Your Affordable Wedding Reception Venue in Hucknall
Milton End Barn
Milton End Barn: Gloucestershire's idyllic setting for your dream wedding. Discover more.
Kiftsgate Court
NEW & Unique Wedding Venue
Mounton Brook Lodge
Monmouthshire's Mounton Brook Lodge: Your dream wedding venue awaits.
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Waxham Great Barn
Historic Barn which hosts fabulous weddings
Riverdale Hall Hotel
Northumberland's Riverdale Hall Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits.
Stretton Manor Barn
Discover Stretton Manor Barn, a captivating barn wedding venue nestled in the picturesque heart of Derbyshire, where rustic charm meets elegance
Bilston Brook Wedding Barn
Beautiful rustic barn in rural Staffordshire, just outside the city if Lichfield
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Backworth Hall Weddings
Say 'I do' in style at Backworth Hall, Tyne and Wear's enchanting wedding venue.
Daylesford Organic Weddings
Say 'I do' surrounded by nature's beauty at Daylesford Organic, a unique West London wedding venue.
Wisbech Castle Wedding Venue
Wisbech Castle: historic charm for your Cambridgeshire wedding.
NLC Weddings
Central London wedding? Discover NLC Weddings, a stunning venue.
Knepp Castle Estate
Say "I do" amidst Knepp's wild beauty. Discover more.
Sugnall Hall & Walled Gardens
Say 'I do' surrounded by Staffordshire's beauty at Sugnall Hall & Walled Gardens. Discover more.
Steam Bar & Restaurant
Planning a unique Central London wedding? Discover Steam Bar & Restaurant.
Heather Glen Country House Hotel
Cumbria weddings: Say "I do" surrounded by Heather Glen's beauty.
Belmount Hall
Intimate Wedding Venue in the Lake District
The Old Millhouse
Midlothian's Old Millhouse: enchanting weddings steeped in history. Discover more.
Bath Cricket Club
Bath Cricket Club: a unique Somerset venue for your special day. Find out 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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