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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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Cantina del Ponte
Planning a unique Central London wedding? Discover Cantina del Ponte.
Humble Grape Fleet Street
Central London wedding? Discover Humble Grape Fleet Street's unique charm.
Butlers Wharf Chop House
Planning a unique Central London wedding? Discover Butler's Wharf Chop House.
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Ping Pong Bow Bell's House
Central London's unique Ping Pong Bow Bell's House: discover your perfect wedding venue.
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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.
Paternoster Chop House
Planning a stylish London wedding? Discover Paternoster Chop House.
Peddler Warehouse
Planning a unique South Yorkshire wedding? Discover Peddler Warehouse.
Cottons Vauxhall Weddings
South London's Cottons Vauxhall: a unique and stylish setting for your special day.
Jewel Tower Wedding Venue
London's historic Jewel Tower: a unique venue for your special day.
Zen China Bao Fa Garden
London's tranquil Zen China Bao Fa Garden: a unique wedding venue. Discover more.
The Barley Mow Horseferry Restaurant
Central London's Barley Mow: a unique wedding venue. Discover more.
The Prince Alfred
Central London's Prince Alfred: Your perfect wedding ceremony venue. Discover more.
Strada Southbank
London couples: say 'I do' in Strada Southbank's stunning central location. Discover more.
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Skylon
Iconic London weddings at Skylon: discover your perfect venue.
LaLiT London Wedding Venue
Central London's LaLiT: a stunning venue for your unforgettable wedding. Discover more.
Malt House Barn
Shropshire's Malt House Barn: rustic charm for your perfect day.
The Beaumont Mayfair, Wedding Venue
A beautiful Art Deco venue in the heart of Mayfair
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The Hoste Arms
Norfolk's idyllic Hoste Arms: Your perfect wedding venue awaits.
Ashton Gate Stadium
Ashton Gate: Say 'I do' in iconic Bristol style.
Rudge Hall Wedding Venue
Tie the knot in style at Rudge Hall, Staffordshire's most exclusive wedding venue with stunning grounds, elegant interiors, and exceptional service.
Cranford Hall Estate
Cranford Hall Estate: Your dream Northamptonshire wedding awaits. Discover more.
Whitmore Hall Wedding Venue
Whitmore Hall: Staffordshire's idyllic setting for your perfect wedding. Discover more.
Antrobus House
Celebrate your love at Antrobus House - a stunning Grade II Listed Exclusive-Use Country House
Crowne Plaza Glasgow
A large City Hotel Wedding Venue with function suites for weddings of all sizes
Crowne Plaza Harrogate
Say 'I do' in style at Crowne Plaza Harrogate. Discover more.
The East Cliff Pavilion
OPENING SPRING 2022
Netherton Church Building Community Group
Planning your dream Perthshire wedding? Discover Netherton Church's unique charm.
Halton Grove Weddings
Say 'I do' surrounded by Northumberland's beauty at Halton Grove. 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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