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Duke of Yorks Cinema

Sussex wedding? Say "I do" at the iconic Duke of York's Cinema.

East Sussex, Brighton

£POA

200 guests

Brighton & Hove Albion FC

Say 'I do' at the iconic Amex Stadium. Find out more.

East Sussex, Brighton

£POA

200 guests

The Ginger Fox Wedding Venue

Sussex wedding? The Ginger Fox offers a unique, charming venue for your special day. Discover more.

West Sussex, Albourne

£POA

80 guests

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The Gingerman Restaurant

Sussex couples: say 'I do' at The Gingerman Restaurant. Discover more.

East Sussex, Brighton

£POA

50 guests

The Ginger Pig Wedding Venue

Sussex wedding? The Ginger Pig offers a unique, charming venue. Discover more.

West Sussex, Hove

£POA

80 guests

Roker Hotel Wedding Venue

For a wedding venue with stunning coastal views and luxurious accommodation, discover the Roker Hotel.

Tyne and Wear, Sunderland

£POA

80-200 guests

Mid Sussex Golf Club

Say "I do" in style at Mid Sussex Golf Club. Discover our picturesque wedding venue.

East Sussex, Ditchling

£POA

80-180 guests

Bishop Auckland Register Office Wedding Venue

Planning your County Durham wedding? Discover Bishop Auckland Register Office.

County Durham, Bishop Auckland

£POA

Aykley Heads House Register Office Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' surrounded by picturesque parkland at Aykley Heads House Register Office.

County Durham, Durham

£POA

40 guests

Seaham Register Office Wedding Venue

Seaham Register Office: Your perfect County Durham wedding venue.

County Durham, Seaham

£POA

Chester-le-Street Register Office Wedding Venue

Chester-le-Street: Your perfect County Durham wedding venue. Find out more.

County Durham, Chester-le-Street

£POA

Consett Register Office Wedding Venue

Consett Register Office: Your perfect County Durham wedding venue. Discover more.

County Durham, Consett

£POA

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Crook Register Office Wedding Venue

Crook Register Office: Your perfect County Durham wedding venue. Find out more.

County Durham, Crook

£POA

Stanhope Register Office Wedding Venue

Stanhope Register Office: Your perfect County Durham wedding venue. Discover more.

County Durham, Stanhope

£POA

Stanley Register Office Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in historic Stanley Register Office. Find out more.

County Durham, Stanley

£POA

The Latest Music Bar

Exchange vows in an unforgettable setting: The Latest Music Bar offers a unique and captivating venue for your Sussex wedding reception

East Sussex, Brighton

£POA

50-200 guests

Great Ote Hall

Sussex's Great Ote Hall: historic charm for your perfect day.

East Sussex, Burgess Hill

£POA

120 guests

Brinkburn Northumberland Wedding Venue

Enchanting Brinkburn: Your dream Northumberland wedding awaits.

Northumberland, Morpeth

£10,000 - £25,000

2-120 guests

Broughton Hall Estate Wedding Venue

Yorkshire romance. Broughton Hall Estate: Your dream wedding awaits.

West Yorkshire, Skipton

£21,000 - £100,000

150 guests

The Three Horseshoes Inn & Country Hotel

Staffordshire's Three Horseshoes Inn: your perfect country wedding venue.

Staffordshire, Leek

£POA

200 guests

Borrowdale Hotel Wedding Venue

Let Borrowdale Hotel create the perfect Cumbrian backdrop for an unforgettable wedding celebration in the heart of the Lake District.

Cumbria, Keswick

£POA

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

Darlington Kings Hotel: Your perfect Tyne & Wear wedding venue. Discover more.

Tyne and Wear, County Durham

£POA

200 guests

The Royal Eastbourne Golf Club

Say "I do" overlooking stunning Sussex views at The Royal Eastbourne Golf Club.

East Sussex, Eastbourne

£POA

120 guests

Hilltop Country House

Discover Hilltop Country House, an idyllic Country House Hotel wedding venue set among rolling hills

Cheshire, Prestbury

£8,000 - £20,000

30-200 guests

The Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa Wedding Venue

Wiltshire weddings: Say 'I do' in Bishopstrow's idyllic chapel.

Wiltshire, Warminster

£15,000 - £25,000

30 guests

The Grasshopper Inn Wedding Venue

Kent couples: discover idyllic weddings at The Grasshopper Inn.

Kent, Westerham

£POA

200 guests

Flackwell Heath Golf Club Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by idyllic Buckinghamshire countryside at Flackwell Heath Golf Club.

Buckinghamshire, Flackwell Heath

£POA

80-200 guests

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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