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The Pavilion

Elevate your wedding day to new heights at The Pavilion, an exclusive and stunning venue in the heart of Derbyshire.

Derbyshire, Derby

£POA

Hall Garth Hotel Weddings in Darlington
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Hall Garth Hotel Wedding Venue

Your dream wedding awaits at Hall Garth Hotel, where elegance and charm meet amidst the picturesque Durham countryside.

County Durham, Darlington

from £1,700

2-150 guests

The Morritt Hotel Exclusive Use Hotel Wedding Venue
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The Morritt Hotel Wedding Venue

"Create an unforgettable wedding day amidst the grandeur of The Morritt Hotel, a picturesque venue nestled in the heart of County Durham."

County Durham, Barnard Castle

from £2,000

2-200 guests

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Cathedral Hotel Wedding Venue

Your perfect day, your way at The Cathedral Hotel

Staffordshire, Lichfield

£POA

120 guests

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Moor Hall Hotel Wedding Venue

Discover the enchanting Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, a breathtaking wedding venue with exquisite facilities and impeccable service in Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands, Sutton Coldfield

from £142

10-180 guests

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Best Western The George Hotel Wedding Venue

Say I do and discover your perfect wedding day!

Staffordshire, Lichfield

£POA

8-110 guests

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Best Western The Gables Hotel,Venues in Gloucestershire
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Best Western The Gables Hotel Wedding Venue

Large Wedding Venue in South Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire

from £2,300

200 guests

Beamish hall 4* country house wedding venue county durham
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Beamish Hall Hotel

Dream Durham wedding? Beamish Hall awaits.

County Durham, Stanley

from £5,295

10-350 guests

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Glendower Hotel Wedding Venue

Large Hotel Wedding Venue on the Sea Front Lytham St Annes near Blackpool

Lancashire, Lytham St Annes

from £1,000

2-200 guests

Country House Manor Wedding Venue in Southwell, Norwood Park
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Norwood Park Country House Wedding Venue

Elevate your wedding dreams at our enchanting country hotel wedding venue blending timeless elegance with modern sophistication.

Nottinghamshire, Southwell

from £5,500

25-160 guests

Outdoor wedding marquee garden ceremonies.
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The Secret Garden Marquee

Exclusively yours for a weekend to remember!

Vale of Glamorgan, Cowbridge

from £1,500

6-150 guests

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Morgans Hotel

Swansea, South Wales weddings at Morgans Hotel

Swansea, Swansea

£POA

250 guests

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Le Manoir aux QuatSaisons, A Belmond Hotel
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Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel

Historic manor house hotel Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons in Oxfordshire with private dining and conservatory event spaces.

Oxfordshire, Thame

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4-120 guests

Pentillie Castle & Estate Venues in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
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Pentillie Castle Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love in the grandeur of Pentillie Castle & Estate, an enchanting setting for unforgettable Cornish weddings.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Saltash

from £9,000

2-200 guests

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The Falmouth Hotel Wedding Venue

A venue that has it all

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Falmouth

£POA

2-250 guests

Dodmoor House Wedding Barn

Northamptonshire wedding? Discover charming Dodmoor House for your special day.

Northamptonshire, Northampton

from £3,750

180 guests

The Met Hotel Venues in Yorkshire - West
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The Met Hotel

a historic hotel situated right at the heart of the City of Leeds.

West Yorkshire, Leeds

£200 - £5,000

10-200 guests

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Daylesford Organic, Gloucestershire

Say 'I do' surrounded by Cotswolds charm at Daylesford Organic. Discover more.

Gloucestershire, Kingham

£POA

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West Lodge Park

A Country Retreat Hotel Wedding Venue with a rich history sitting within a countryside setting.

Hertfordshire, Barnet

from £3,000

20-102 guests

Barn style wedding venue in Alton, Hampshire
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The Angel Hotel in Hampshire

Hampshire's Angel Hotel: Your dream wedding venue. Discover more.

Hampshire, Alton

£3,500 - £5,000

40-100 guests

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The Barn at Bargoed Farm

Plan your dream day at Bargoed Farm Weddings, a stunning venue in Ceredigion, West Wales

Ceredigion, Aberaeron

£3,000 - £10,000

60-186 guests

The Yorkshire Hotel, Harrogate Premier Wedding Venue
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The Yorkshire Hotel in North Yorkshire

Dating back to 1818, The Yorkshire is the most eye catching and prominently placed Victorian exterior hotels in the centre of Har

North Yorkshire, Harrogate

from £4,000

20-150 guests

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The Rosevine Wedding Venue

Georgian Manor House Hotel By The Sea

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Truro

from £500

2-120 guests

Historic Hotel Wedding Venue The Parrs Bank Warrington
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Parr's Bank Hotel

Cheshire couples: discover Parr's Bank Hotel, a stunning venue for your perfect day.

Cheshire, Warrington

£POA

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The Crown Hotel in Staffordshire

Staffordshire's Crown Hotel: Your dream wedding venue. Discover more.

Staffordshire, Stone

£POA

The WedShed, chilled weddings in rural Oxfordshire
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Wedshed at Glamping Thorpe

Rural Oxfordshire glamping and events site with Wedshed barn weddings and group accommodation near Banbury.

Oxfordshire, Banbury

from £3,500

20-120 guests

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The Kings Head and Bell

Pub and private event space The Kings Head & Bell in Abingdon with the King Charles Room for intimate weddings.

Oxfordshire, Abingdon

£POA

80 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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