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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 David's Cross Hotel, Wedding Venue in Pembrokeshire

Welcome to St David's Cross Hotel, Pembrokeshire's exceptional wedding venue. Explore our elegant dining options and plan your unforgettable wedding day.

Pembrokeshire, Haverfordwest

£POA

Full Circle Brew Co., Wedding Venue in Tyne and Wear

Plan your perfect wedding day at Full Circle Brew Co. Explore our enchanting spaces, flexible packages, and culinary delights to create a truly unforgettable wedding.

Tyne and Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne

£POA

Cleeve House, Wedding Venue in Wiltshire

Plan your idyllic wedding at Cleeve House, Wiltshire. Enquire online for our brochure and pricing. Contact our team directly via our website for tailored support.

Wiltshire, Melksham

£POA

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Fingal, Wedding Venue in Midlothian

Enquire now to plan your dream wedding at Fingal in Edinburgh. Our unique venue offers bespoke packages, exquisite dining options and breathtaking views, reach out today!

Midlothian, Leith

£POA

Lands of Loyal Hotel, Wedding Venue in Perth and Kinross

Plan your dream Scottish wedding at Lands of Loyal Hotel. Contact us for a personalised experience that'll make your special day unforgettable

Perth and Kinross, Blairgowrie

£POA

Coopers' Hall, Wedding Venue in Central London

Unveil the timeless allure of Coopers' Hall for your unforgettable wedding day in London's heart. Our elegant spaces await your vision.

Central London, London

£POA

House of St Johns, Wedding Venue in Bristol and Somerset

Welcome to House of St Johns, your wedding venue for unforgettable civil ceremonies in Bath. Discover our tailored services for a truly memorable day.

Bristol and Somerset, Bath

£POA

Warwick Arms Hotel, Wedding Venue in Warwickshire

Escape to Warwick Arms Hotel, a captivating wedding venue in the heart of Warwickshire. With competitive pricing and exceptional services for your dre

Warwickshire, Warwick

£POA

The Garden Tipi, Wedding Venue in Buckinghamshire

Plan your dream wedding at The Garden Tipi, nestled in the Buckinghamshire countryside. Our package allow you to create your perfect day against our idyllic tipi backdrop

Buckinghamshire, Buckingham

£POA

The Woods at Oakley, Wedding Venue in Wiltshire

Discover your dream wedding at The Woods at Oakley, an enchanting woodland setting in Wiltshire, UK.

Wiltshire, Salisbury

£POA

150 guests

The Cider Works

Plan your dream wedding at The Cider Works in Kent. We offer: Bespoke wedding packages, Picturesque grounds & Elegant interiors.

Kent, Dover

£POA

Zari Restaurant, Wedding Venue in Sussex - West

Escape to Zari for your exquisite wedding in Crawley, West Sussex. Indulge in bespoke dining and elegant surroundings.

West Sussex, Crawley

£25 - £80

25-80 guests

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Holesfoot

Unveil Holesfoot, a charming barn and manor wedding venue in Cumbria's enchanting landscapes.

Cumbria

£POA

150 guests

The Blakelands Estate

In the West Midlands, The Blakelands Estate provides a barn venue for rustic weddings.

West Midlands

£POA

100 guests

The River Mill Venue

Discover The River Mill Venue, Derbyshire's stunning industrial wedding venue for creating unforgettable celebrations.

Derbyshire

£POA

130 guests

10 Castle Street in Wimborne, Wedding Venue in Dorset

Escape to the enchanting 10 Castle Street for an unforgettable wedding amidst Dorset's picturesque charm.

Dorset, Wimborne

£POA

Barnham Community Hall, Wedding Venue in Sussex - West

For flexible wedding packages, seamless planning, and exceptional hospitality. Enquire to begin your journey to the perfect day.

West Sussex, Bognor Regis

£POA

Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum, Wedding Venue in Northumberland

Uncover Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum, a magical wedding venue in Northumberland. Wander amidst breath taking gardens and admire the stunning architecture.

Northumberland, Alnwick

£POA

The Judges Lodgings, Wedding Venue in Buckinghamshire

The Judges Lodgings, a historic wedding venue in Aylesbury. Discover a dedicated team ready to make your dream wedding a reality. Enquire today, for a memorable day.

Buckinghamshire, Common.Road, Aylesbury

£POA

Bury Masonic Hall, Wedding Venue in Greater Manchester

Planning your dream Greater Manchester wedding? Discover Bury Masonic Hall's unique charm.

Greater Manchester, Bury

£POA

100 guests

Cornish Lakeside Weddings, Wedding Venue in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

Cornish Lakeside Weddings: an idyllic outdoor wedding venue in Cornwall. Our stunning lakeside venue provides a breathtaking backdrop for your special day.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, St Columb

£POA

voco® Edinburgh Haymarket, Wedding Venue in Midlothian

Discover voco® Edinburgh Haymarket, a charming wedding venue in Midlothian. Explore packages, send enquiries, and plan your dream wedding with ease.

Midlothian, Edinburgh

£POA

Bolesworth Estate Weddings

Luxury Cheshire wedding venue with marquee, castle and English gardens.

Cheshire, Chester

£POA

250-520 guests

Townhill Park House, Wedding Venue in Hampshire

Discover your dream wedding venue at Townhill Park House, Southampton's exclusive wedding destination. Explore our range of packages, services and beautiful setting.

Hampshire, Southampton

£POA

Confessions Weddings & Events Venue, Wedding Venue in Staffordshire

Confessions Weddings & Events Venue provides couples with versatile spaces, elegant décor and a dedicated team, they can craft the wedding you've always envisioned.

Staffordshire, Burton-on-Trent

£POA

The Masonic Ballroom, Wedding Venue in Lancashire

Discover The Masonic Ballroom, Rochdale's premier wedding venue. Explore our packages, send enquiries, and plan your special day in a stunning ballroom setting.

Lancashire, Rochdale

£POA

Cruden Hall, Wedding Venue in Inverclyde

Explore Cruden Hall, a breathtaking wedding venue in Inverclyde. Enquire online, find pricing, and uncover captivating details that will spark your wedding vision.

Inverclyde, Greenock

£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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