Find Wedding Venues
Explore wedding venues from barns and hotels to country houses, gardens and exclusive-use venues. Filter by location, guest numbers and price to choose the right wedding venue, shortlist favourites and contact venues directly. Browse ceremony and reception venues for every guest list.
I'm looking for
located in
6771 results
In past 12 months
Erskine Bridge Hotel
Planning your dream Scottish wedding? Discover Muthu Glasgow River, a unique Renfrewshire venue.
In past 12 months
Harefield Barn Weddings
A family run wedding barn with a personal touch at the heart of it's service!
In past 12 months
The Mansion an Exclusive Use Wedding Venue
Discover The Mansion's opulent charm as the perfect setting for your unforgettable wedding celebration in the heart of West Yorkshire.
Ask Our Expert
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.
In past 12 months
The Bridge Hotel & Spa Wedding Venue
The Perfect Yorkshire Wedding Venue
Ask Our Expert
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.
In past 12 months
Late Availability Offer
Clevedon Hall
A luxurious exclusive use wedding venue in the picturesque Somerset countryside, where your dream day awaits.
In past 12 months
Gibbon Bridge Hotel
Country hotel wedding venue Gibbon Bridge in Lancashire with dedicated bridal apartment space.
In past 12 months
Smokies Park Hotel
A large hotel wedding venue with a range of wedding packages to suit all budgets
In past 12 months
Coppid Beech Hotel
Coppid Beech Hotel, stunning venue, unique venue with 205 bedrooms located 20 minutes from Windsor, Royal Berkshire.
In past 12 months
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel
An award-winning wedding venue in the heart of Usk
In past 12 months
Best Western Valley Hotel
Create your perfect wedding day at Best Western Valley Hotel, a stunning hotel wedding venue with picturesque scenery and exceptional service.
In past 12 months
Wroxton House Hotel
Hotel wedding venue The Wroxton in Wroxton, Oxfordshire, with historic 17th-century character and on-site bedrooms.
In past 12 months
The Manor Elstree Wedding Venue
Hertfordshire's Manor Elstree: Marquee & five licensed ceremony rooms -Your dream manor house wedding awaits.
Get helpful tips and advice for planning your wedding
In past 12 months
Hotel Mercure St Helens
Let’s start planning your dream wedding, your way at the award-winning Mercure St. Helens!
In past 12 months
Essendon Country Club Wedding Venue
Bespoke Wedding Venue in Hertfordshire
In past 12 months
Lilleshall House & Gardens
Historic Country House Wedding Venue
In past 12 months
Village the Hotel Club Manchester Ashton Moss
Manchester Ashton Moss Village hotel club offers the perfect setting for your wedding, with stunning surroundings, tailored packages and superb servic
Get helpful tips and advice for planning your wedding
In past 12 months
St Hilda's College
Licensed civil ceremony and reception venue St Hilda’s College in Oxford with riverside gardens and flexible event spaces.
In past 12 months
Brooklands Hotel Wedding Venue
Brooklands Hotel is a stylish venue in Weybridge, Surrey.
In past 12 months
Holiday Inn South Normanton M1/J28 Wedding Venue
Large Hotel Wedding Venue
In past 12 months
Combe Manor Wedding Venue
A boutique venue in a unique setting in Berkshire
In past 12 months
The Owl Barn at Little Seed Field
Discover a picturesque sanctuary at The Owl Barn, a Rustic Stone Barn & Outdoor Wedding Venue in the Yorkshire Dales
In past 12 months
De Vere Beaumont Estate
Say 'I do' surrounded by historic grandeur at De Vere Beaumont Estate, Berkshire.
In past 12 months
Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
Host your special day in a stunning setting at Leicester Museum & Art Gallery, the perfect choice for a memorable wedding experience.
Leicester Guildhall - Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in the historic grandeur of Leicester Guildhall. Learn more.
In past 12 months
Abbey Pumping Station
Victorian grandeur wedding at the Abbey Pumping Station, Leicestershire.
In past 12 months
The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa
Lakeside Venue Nestled In A Private Estate
In past 12 months
Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
Exchange vows in style at Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel, a stunning wedding venue nestled in picturesque Gloucestershire.
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.
Latest Reviews
