Best affordable wedding venues in the UK: 16 cost-effective spots to say ‘I do’

There’s no denying that weddings can rapidly rack up a costly price tag. Once planning is underway, a number of unexpected expenditures can crop up along the way, leaving a larger dent in your savings than you might have anticipated. And one area which can eat quite substantially into this budget is the venue – but for some people, splashing the cash on a lavish venue just isn’t on the list of priorities.

You might be saving for the perfect honeymoon, or putting your cash towards a longer-term investment. Whatever the reason for you wanting to save some money on the location, with a number of brilliant affordable wedding venues in the UK, there’s no reason for this part of your budget to be a cause for stress.

When you start your hunt for the perfect venue, it might seem like every picture-perfect location comes at an eye-watering cost, with an overwhelming number of hidden add-ons which can drive the final figure through the roof. Luckily, there are a ton of inexpensive wedding venues across the UK that  don’t come with a hefty price tag, and we've rounded them all up right here.

Many of the best affordable wedding venues in the UK also happen to be some of the venues with the most charm, bringing an unexpected touch to your day. And taking the time to uncover these gems might also inspire you to take a more creative approach to your wedding. Whether it's a countryside barn or an outdoor tipi, there are numerous unique wedding venues in the UK that won’t leave you out of pocket. And who knows? While it might not be what you first envisioned, you could end up with a memorable day that's far more personal that you originally imagined. 

We’ve curated a list of some of the best cheap wedding venues in the UK, so you don’t need to compromise on budget while still getting married in the venue of your dreams.

Stock Farm Wedding and Events Barn, Cheshire

What: Located in the charming Cheshire countryside, this venue has a number of site options for you to host a wedding straight out of a storybook. There’s the Stock Farm Barn and Stables Barn, each of which are primed to host wedding parties of up to 200 people, including use of the garden and courtyard. You can also book the 18th-century farmhouse at the heart of the property, which has six bedrooms and provides the perfect place for you and your wedding party to relax before and after the main event.
How much: All-inclusive package for 80 guests for £16,655
Where: Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 3QF
Find out more: Stock Farm Wedding and Events Barn

Holiday Inn Farnborough, Hampshire

What: Host a wedding banquet for up to 160 guests at Holiday Inn Farnborough, a contemporary, well-equipped venue with a wealth of spaces and suites. Both the Farnborough and Hampshire Suites boast private bars and entrances, while the Queen's Suite is the perfect intimate space for 40 seated guests. Couples who book the Holiday Inn receive a dedicated wedding co-ordinator, and there are a range of wedding packages for every budget, starting from just £50 per adult. 
How much: Packages from £50 per person
Where: Lynchford Road, Farnborough, GU14 6AZ
Find out more: Holiday Inn

The Spa Hotel, Kent

What: These days, a wedding for less than £10k is a steal, and The Spa Hotel offers weddings for 50 guests for much less than that. This gorgeous Kent hotel in Royal Tunbridge Wells combines Georgian grandeur with picture-perfect grounds, including 14 acres of landscaped gardens. £7,550 for 50 day guests and 30 evening guests includes everything from your ceremony in The Spa Temple to a three-course wedding breakfast, welcome and toast drinks, wine, evening buffet and a night’s accomodation for the couple.
How much: All-inclusive packages from £7,550 for 50 guests
Where: Langton Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 8XJ
Find out more: The Spa Hotel

Mowgli Street Food Liverpool Water Street

What: If you consider yourself a bit of a foodie, why not host your wedding in a beautiful restaurant? Mowgli is renowned for its flavour-packed Indian street food and its Water Street location, in the heart of Liverpool, is a stunning backdrop of a wedding. Adorned with twinkling fairy lights, giant trees and bright green foliage, the full venue can be hired for a large-scale event. Sharing menus make catering to a big group simple and sociable, with dishes like tiffin box curries, yogurt chat bombs and Himalayan cheese toast.
How much: Minimum spend from £1,350 for lunch, or £4,150 for dinner
Where: 3 Water Street, Liverpool, ME13 9AJ
Find out more: Mowgli Street Food Liverpool Water Street

Tudor Barn Eltham, London

What: Surrounded by 13 acres of parkland and a moat, Tudor Barn is a far cry from what you might expect from a gastropub on the outskirts of London. Venue hire here includes full use of the 16th-century property, which entails the Tudor gallery, gastropub, front lawn, and moat terrace. Celebrations here will infuse your day with a touch of Tudor charm in verdant surroundings, all with the convenience of central London being just a train ride away.
How much: Venue hire from £1,315, minimum food spend from £1,650
Where: Eltham, SE9 6SZ
Find out more: Tudor Barn Eltham

Hawksmoor, Edinburgh

What: Not your conventional wedding venue, the Edinburgh outpost of the popular Hawksmoor franchise inhabits the former National Bank of Scotland Banking Hall, a Grade A-listed building. Offering two different private dining rooms depending on your party size, this venue is a sophisticated setting to host your special day. Just imagine your guests seated around its opulent dining tables enjoying a spectacular steak dinner!
How much: Set menus from £62 per person
Where: Edinburgh, EH2 2AA
Find out more: Hawksmoor Edinburgh

St Mary's Stadium, Southampton Football Club, Hampshire

What: Sporting fans! This one’s for you. Host your big day at one of the UK’s most iconic sporting venues: St Mary's Stadium – aka Southampton FC. Home to a wealth of recently refurbished spaces, including the option to host your reception pitch-side if you wish, this one needs to be on your shortlist if you’re a football fan. Room hire starts from just £300 plus VAT, with menus including everything from afternoon tea to food stalls, seated dinners and an evening buffet.
How much: Room hire from £300 + VAT, menus from £55 per person + VAT
Where: St Mary’s Stadium, Britannia Road, Southampton, SO14 5FP
Find out more: St Mary's Stadium, Southampton Football Club

Bell Tent Glamping, Hampshire

What: Value for money is as much a consideration as the price itself when it comes to affordable wedding venues, and at Bell Tent Glamping, you get plenty of bang for your buck! This exclusive-use venue gives you total use for two nights, plus accommodation in 10 bell tents and six cabins (up to 66 guests), free parking and cooking facilities. All you have to do is bring in caterers and you have the perfect party location.
How much: Venue hire from £3,150 (exclusive use for two nights)
Where: Royal Victoria Country Park, The Stables, Netley, SO31 5GA
Find out more: Bell Tent Glamping

Blue Check Restaurant, Hertfordshire

What: Those looking for an affordable wedding venue in Bushey, need look no further than Blue Check Restaurant. Known for its classic cooking and British dishes, it's a great choice for couples planning anything from intimate celebrations to larger receptions. The spacious dining room can host up to 120 guests and comes complete with its very own dance floor, so you can ensure late nights and plenty of partying. Wedding packages start at £45 per person, including welcome drinks served with hot and cold canapes, followed by a three-course meal for you and your guests.
How much: Packages from £45 per person; Minimum spend of £5,000 on Saturdays
Where: 144-146 High Street, Bushey, WD23 3DH
Find out more: Blue Check Restaurant

The Loft, Somerset

What: The Loft hosts weddings bursting with energy and personality – this isn’t your traditional cookie-cutter venue. With a capacity of 30 to 300 guests, couples benefit from ultimate flexibility here, with multiple spaces, curated packages and a friendly team who help you nail every detail. Food is handled in-house and locally sourced wherever possible, with adaptable menus that can be tailored to your celebration.
How much: Venue hire from £1,000, set menus from £35 per person
Where: 15 Leigh Road, Street, BA16 0HA
Find out more: The Loft

Holiday Inn Kettering Hotel & Spa, Corby

What: Plan an effortless wedding day at Holiday Inn Kettering, with space for up to 350 guests. You'll host the festivities in the grand Manor Suite, which features high ceilings and glittering chandeliers. On arrival, guests can mingle in the private foyer, before heading out to the courtyard for drinks. Alternatively, there are options for more intimate wedding spaces too. With a three-course menu full of crowd-pleasers, a dedicated events planner, and overnight accommodation, Holiday Inn Kettering has it all under one roof. 
How much: Packages from £50 per person
Where: Geddington Road, Corby, NN18 8ET
Find out more: Holiday Inn Kettering Hotel & Spa

The Bowdon Rooms, Cheshire

What: Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or a low-key affair, The Bowdon Rooms caters to both, with a choice of ceremony locations that can be adapted to suit your dream. Choose from The Grand Edwardian Ballroom, the Burnette Lounge, or exclusive use if you need the extra space for your guest list.
How much: Room hire from £1650 + VAT (Burnette Lounge)
Where: The Firs, Bowdon, Altrincham, WA14 2TQ
Find out more: The Bowdon Rooms

The Two Bridges Hotel, Devon

What: For something more traditional, the Two Bridges Hotel is a quaint option in the middle of the famously beautiful Devon countryside. Sitting on the banks of the River Dart, you can host your ceremony on the fairytale-like river banks, or inside the hotel itself. Or, if you’re looking for a church ceremony, the charming village of Tavistock is a stone’s throw away, where you'll find numerous charming churches in which to say ‘I do’.
How much: Room hire from £750, set menus from £49.50 per person
Where: Dartmoor, Devon, PL20 6SW
Find out more: The Two Bridges Hotel

Ansty Golf Club, West Midlands

What: Ansty Golf Club is an experienced events venue just outside Coventry able to tailor your wedding to suit your vision. Function rooms can be booked separately or together depending on the size of your group, and room hire is only £300 for up to 130 people. From there, you can build a tailor-made package to suit your needs, from a finger buffet for £20 per person, to a three-course dinner for £35 per person. What's more, there's no minimum numbers for catering, and if you do choose to add a catering option or bar spend, this reduces the room hire fee by up to 50%. 
How much: Room hire from £300, set menus from £35 per person
Where: Ansty Golf Centre, Brinklow Road, Ansty, CV7 9JL
Find out more: Ansty Golf Club

Holiday Inn, Bexley

What: Not only is Holiday Inn Bexley a fantastic blank canvas for your wedding day, it's also a great choice for keeping the costs down. The Tudorbethan-style hotel is licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, with the Black Prince Suite perfect for ceremonies and evening receptions. Elsewhere, the Edwards Suite is bright, airy and overlooks the garden, with a separate breakout area for drinks, canapes and photographs. You'll get your own wedding coordinator, choice of wedding packages, and access to overnight accommodation too.
How much: Packages from £50 per person
Where: Southwold Road, Bexley, DA5 1ND
Find out more: Holiday Inn Bexley

Windsor and Maidenhead Boat Company, Berkshire

What: Considered hosting your wedding on water? The Georgian is a 30-metre cruiser on the river Thames – anchored in Maidenhead – available wedding ceremonies and receptions, perfect for couples after a more unusual venue for their big day. There’s an elegant saloon downstairs and an open top deck with stunning river views, with space for up to 60 guests for a seated wedding reception, or 140 standing (with no food). Cost wise, the venue offers all-inclusive packages with venue hire, food, drink, music and even chair covers for less than £5,000 (36 guests) – not bad! You can also choose to hire the boat for just the evening, with 80 guests totaling £7,660, including a buffet, drinks, a DJ and venue hire.
How much: All-inclusive packages from £4,878 for 36 guests
Where: Maidenhead Riverside Gardens, Ray Mead Road, Maidenhead, SL6 8NP
Find out more: Windsor and Maidenhead Boat Company

Now you’ve selected your perfect wedding venue, it’s time to start planning your decor! Take a look at our wedding aisle decoration ideas to get your creative juices flowing.