Wedding fairs and open days 2024

Attending wedding open days and wedding fairs is a brilliant idea for couples planning their big day. These events offer a unique opportunity to explore a variety of wedding services and venues all in one place, making the planning process much more efficient and enjoyable.

Wedding open days allow couples to experience potential venues firsthand. Walking through the space, seeing it decorated for an event, and meeting the staff provides a real sense of what the wedding day might look like. It’s a chance to ask specific questions, envision the setup, and understand the logistics, helping couples make an informed decision about their venue. 

£5 The Bug Hunt at the Walled Garden
Wed, 24 Jul 2024

The Bug Hunt at the Walled Garden

Open Day - The Conservatory At The Luton Hoo Walled Garden

Children of all ages are invited to the garden for crafts, quizzes and fun on the hunt for the bugs of an English country garden. Spend the day on the hunt for our find our friends (and foe) in the garden. The Woodyard Coffee shop is just a short stroll through the Woodland Walk for grownups to stock up on their hot and cold drinks and snacks – What a lovely way to spend an August day with friends and family.

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Free Say Yes To The Venue
Sat, 27 Jul 2024

Say Yes To The Venue

Open Day - Wasing Park

Say yes to your dream wedding venue!

Come and take a look around Wasing Park on Saturday 27th July.

Celebrate in style in our award-winning Castle Barn, with a blank canvas of soft red brick walls filled with arrow slits, enabling you to personalise your wedding and decorate the barn in your unique style. It is truly the ultimate space in which to celebrate wedding receptions in style. A floating stretch tent over the terrace ensures ‘al fresco’ evening food all year round. The outdoor kitchen creates great theatre for all diners as the chefs cook over the fire pit and with the wood-fired oven.

There’s an enchanting choice of three stunning ceremony spaces; the picturesque parish Church of St. Nicholas, the idyllic Victorian Summerhouse embellished with an intricate hand-painted mural, perfect for outdoor weddings and the contemporary Garden Room with its walls of glass bi-fold doors allowing the outdoors in.

Situated at the venue are 26 stylish bedrooms sleeping up to 64 people. Every bedroom boasts a bespoke design and absolute luxury within an elegant historical setting. A selection of our rooms will be available for you to peruse during your visit, including the unique Grade II listed Granary sat proudly on its staddle stones, a fairy tale Dovecote, the Smithy and a Honeymoon Suite, with the biggest bed in Berkshire.

Meet the team & bring the wedding of your dreams to life!

Book your visit for Saturday 27th July at wasing.co.uk/book-a-visit

You can also book your appointment by contacting us at 0118 907 0199 or by email at wasing@wedding-venues.co.uk 

 

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Free Wedding Open day
Sun, 28 Jul 2024

Wedding Open day

Open Day - The Red Lion Hotel

Join us for our wedding open day as it’s the perfect opportunity for you to see the hotel set up for a wedding. Plus, you’ll meet some of our wonderful recommended suppliers including a DJ, photographer, florist, and venue decorator.

You’ll also enjoy complimentary ‘Bubbles and Canapés’ to sample during your tour as you meet their experienced wedding team.

Entry is free, however, you must register your place as spaces are limited.

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Free Wedding Open Evening
Fri, 02 Aug 2024

Wedding Open Evening

Open Day - RSA House

We are thrilled to invite you to our Wedding Open Evening at RSA House Friday 3 August, from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm RSA House, 8 John Adam Street, London WC2N 6EZ.

Our Open Evening is designed to give you the opportunity to explore their stunning venue, including The Benjamin Franklin Room, The Great Room and The Vaults.

What to expect:

Glass of bubbles on arrival.
Viewing of the spaces with their team.
A chance to meet our wedding specialists, Meghan and Sarah, to chat through your wedding plans and get inspired!
How to reserve your spot: Reserve your time slot with the team here.

Alternatively, contact your either Meghan or Sarah via email to organise a preferred time.

Happy Wedding Planning, and can't wait to welcome you to the House!

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Free Wedding Open Evening
Wed, 21 Aug 2024

Wedding Open Evening

Open Day - Dunglass Estate

We are hosting a Wedding Open Evening on Wednesday 21st August from 1700 to 2000.

Tickets are free but limited, secure yours by visiting the link in our Bio or follow the link below

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dunglass-estate-wedding-open-evening-tickets-929133672827?aff=oddtdtcreator

Explore our stunning 15th Century Church, luxurious venue, and onsite accommodation whilst wondering our manicured grounds.

This is prefect opportunity for any family or friends to join you for a sneak preview!!

You will also get to meet our dedicated events team who will be on hand to discuss all things wedding with you.

We can’t wait to see you all there! If you have questions in the meantime, please contact us via email on info@dunglassestate.com

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Free Wedding Venue Open Day
Mon, 26 Aug 2024

Wedding Venue Open Day

Open Day - The Old Hall Ely

We are again, opening our doors to all the couples to be for a day of Wedding Inspiration! If you’re recently engaged, or are one of the lucky few to have already booked your wedding with us, then this is an event you don’t want to miss out on.

Here’s What’s On:

-Explore Our Manor House and Grounds

-Enjoy complimentary canapés and fizz

-See Our Wedding Venue in Full Swing

-Meet Cambridgeshire’s Top Suppliers

-Meet The Team

-Tour Our Bedrooms

No need to book a ticket, just gather your friends and family and get ready for an afternoon filled with exciting wedding inspiration! We can’t wait to meet you there. 

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Free Wedding Fair
Sun, 08 Sep 2024

Wedding Fair

Open Day - Warren House

Sunday 8th September 2024

11AM - 3PM

All guests attending are required to register their their details using the link above.

No Pets allowed.

BEFORE "I Do"

Enjoy complimentary canapes and drinks at our upcoming Wedding fair, where you will meet a variety of suppliers that provide the extra detail and touch for you beautiful day.

Local and national suppliers will be at hand to showcase.

View our Victorian Property and our newly refurbished bedrooms and bridal suites, along with our banqueting rooms. Our events team will be on hand to discuss their day in more details, appointments are availble.

Our bedrooms boasts tremendous history, with stays from King Edward VII to Winston Churchill. Our rooms have marble bathrooms, some with original victorian fire places and antiques chandeliers, that overlook into our historic garden.

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Free Wedding Open Day at Oakley Hall
Sun, 08 Sep 2024

Wedding Open Day at Oakley Hall

Open Day - Oakley Hall

Our civil ceremony & wedding breakfast rooms will be dressed and will be available to view as well as the luxury Garden Pavilion, outdoor Woodland Pavilion and our beautiful bedrooms & suites!

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Free The Worton Hall Wedding Fair
Thu, 12 Sep 2024

The Worton Hall Wedding Fair

Wedding Fair - Worton Hall

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£10 Wedding Fair
Sun, 15 Sep 2024

Wedding Fair

Wedding Fair - The Wharf

It’s wedding season at The Wharf! If you’re planning your dream wedding, join us on Sunday, 15th September from 12-5pm for our Wedding Fair!

Meet our wonderful suppliers, enjoy a glass of bubbly, taste our delicious canapés, and take home a fabulous goodie bag. Get all the information you need to choose The Wharf as your perfect venue.

Entry is just £10. Email us at info@wharfteddington.com to book your spot today! 

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Free Wedding Open Day
Sun, 15 Sep 2024

Wedding Open Day

Open Day - Aviator Hotel Hampshire

Discover your dream wedding venue as you explore Aviator’s beautifully decorated ceremony spaces, elegant table settings, and expansive lawn, all set to inspire your special day. Meet our dedicated team who will be on hand to offer personalised consultations, enjoy complimentary refreshments and light bites, and receive exclusive discounts when you book your wedding with us.

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Free The Zetter Weeding Showcase 2024
Sun, 22 Sep 2024

The Zetter Weeding Showcase 2024

Open Day - The Zetter Clerkenwell

Wedding Showcase - Sign up for your spot now!

Last year we hosted our first wedding showcase, inviting brilliant local businesses to showcase their talents, whilst also giving you a glimpse of how The Zetter Clerkenwell can create a completely personalised package for your special day

Join us again this year on Sunday 22nd September 2024, 1.00pm-5.00pm

Introducing our trusted florists, performers and photographers, amongst many others, this afternoon allows you to step into The Zetter world of weddings. Discuss with our talented events team everything we have on offer, including tailored food and drinks packages and our Apartment, perfect for your wedding night

Attendance is free, however, tickets are limited!

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Free Wedding Fair
Sun, 22 Sep 2024

Wedding Fair

Wedding Fair - The Friars

Join us in the North Barn for a Wedding Fair to remember, Sunday 22nd September

Come and view the splendour of our facilities, and all we have to offer, meet & book with local wedding suppliers providing services perfect for your magical day!


Fashion show, free tasters, great and knowledgeable suppliers, wedding planners on site to showcase our beautiful venue and grounds.

To register please contact events@thefriars.org.uk or 01622 717272.

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Free Gay Wedding Show
Sun, 29 Sep 2024

Gay Wedding Show

Wedding Fair - Langstone Quays Resort

2024 sees us Celebrating 21 Years of running the UK's official and national Gay Wedding Shows!

Join us for our Portsmouth 2024 Autumn Gay Wedding Show with some of the best venues and wedding providers you'll meet to plan your perfect day.

Our South Coast Gay Wedding Shows have always proven to be a great - packed with fun, ideas and vibrancy.  Allowing you time to chat and chill with some of the best wedding suppliers around who actively support same-sex marriage, civil partnerships and weddings for open-minded couples.

Just around the corner from fantastic shopping and entertainment at Gunwharf Quays, why not make a weekend of it at the stunning Langstone Quay Resort on Hayling Island.


Fun and facts along the way


Fonda is back for another year to add that WOW factor to the day!  Our hostess Fonda Cox will be there keeping us all entertained.  Our LUSH Queen of the South has looked after our show for 18 years as well, where has the time gone?

She will add that well-known “buzz” for everyone to enjoy while planning their special day.  So be sure to say hello and zip over to see her website at www.fondacox.com.

There’s sure to be a whole bunch of ideas and even some goodies for you to enjoy on the day and after in your “Bag of Great Ideas”.

LANGSTONE QUAYS RESORT

Soak up the surroundings

Portsmouth's host venue – Langstone Quays Resort – will also be on hand to show you around their beautiful resort if you're looking to plan your day there.

This stunning venue has some amazing rooms and options for you and your partner. 

 
We look forward to seeing you at the official and national Gay Wedding Show and can't wait to help you plan your special day.

Highlights:

> Doors open at noon on Sunday 29th September 2024
> Get ideas, facts and help planning your wedding
> Enter the prize draw for a chance to get a surprise later in the year

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Free Autumn Wedding Fair
Sun, 13 Oct 2024

Autumn Wedding Fair

Wedding Fair - The Bell in Ticehurst

Planning to get hitched? Join us and some carefully selected suppliers to sample what your wedding could look like at The Bell. View our splendid function rooms in all their new and uniquely decorated glory. Sip a glass of bubbles, taste delicious canapes and meet some of our team who deliver the perfect wedding.

Pre register by emailing – weddings@thebellinticehurst.com. or calling – 01580 200300

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Free Wedding Showcase - Pentillie Castle
Sun, 13 Oct 2024

Wedding Showcase - Pentillie Castle

Wedding Showcase - Pentillie Castle

Join us for a day filled with wedding inspiration & preview Pentillie Castle dressed to perfection by the talents of award-winning local suppliers!


Regardless of where you are in your wedding planning journey, don’t miss this opportunity to connect with our hand-picked local suppliers while touring our impressive Cornish castle and picturesque gardens.

Everyone is welcome to join us and indulge in post-engagement bliss! Entrance is free and complete with a complimentary glass of fizz on arrival (soft alternatives available). Although tickets are free, please ensure that each member of your party has a ticket.

You can secure your space using the link below to join us for a day filled with inspiration, excitement, and elegance.

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Free Copdock Hall Wedding Fair
Sun, 13 Oct 2024

Copdock Hall Wedding Fair

Wedding Fair - Copdock Hall

Join us for our Autumn wedding fair. You can meet exhibitors and view Copdock Hall. Free entry and free parking for all attendees.


Pre-Register By Midnight The Day Before A Wedding Fair To Receive:
Free Goody Bag
Free Welcome Drink
Free Prize Draw

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£18.50 The National Wedding Show at ExCel, London
Sat, 19 Oct 2024

The National Wedding Show at ExCel, London

Wedding Fair - Ufford Park Resort

The perfect destination for wedding inspiration... and we'll be there!

Head to the ExCel Centre this autumn to meet a wide range of wedding suppliers from London and the surrounding areas. You’ll also find plenty of wedding inspiration, full-scale catwalk shows, and hundreds of dresses and suits to try on! Pick up plenty of ideas from the WEDTalk stage, get inspired for your wedding day attire at the Catwalk then relax with a glass of bubbly at The Champagne Bar.

From 19 Oct until 20 Oct

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£18.50 The National Wedding Show at ExCel, London
Sat, 19 Oct 2024

The National Wedding Show at ExCel, London

Wedding Fair - Langstone Quays Resort

The perfect destination for wedding inspiration... and we'll be there!

Head to the ExCel Centre this autumn to meet a wide range of wedding suppliers from London and the surrounding areas. You’ll also find plenty of wedding inspiration, full-scale catwalk shows, and hundreds of dresses and suits to try on! Pick up plenty of ideas from the WEDTalk stage, get inspired for your wedding day attire at the Catwalk then relax with a glass of bubbly at The Champagne Bar.

From 19 Oct until 20 Oct

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£18.50 The National Wedding Show at ExCel, London
Sat, 19 Oct 2024

The National Wedding Show at ExCel, London

Wedding Fair - Lion Quays Resort

The perfect destination for wedding inspiration... and we'll be there!

Head to the ExCel Centre this autumn to meet a wide range of wedding suppliers from London and the surrounding areas. You’ll also find plenty of wedding inspiration, full-scale catwalk shows, and hundreds of dresses and suits to try on! Pick up plenty of ideas from the WEDTalk stage, get inspired for your wedding day attire at the Catwalk then relax with a glass of bubbly at The Champagne Bar.

From 19 Oct until 20 Oct

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Free Wedding Showcase
Sun, 05 Jan 2025

Wedding Showcase

Wedding Showcase - The Valley Hotel

Are you ready to be wowed and inspired?

You're invited to join us at our beautiful county house hotel and wedding venue, come and see the proffessionals at work and gather all the inspiration you will need for your big day!

You're in for an unforgettable Wedding Showcase! Get ready to be inspired by the most amazing wedding ideas, trends, and inspiration, an interatctive afternoon of fashion, fun and food! Discover how we really do make wedding dreams come true.

Mark your calendar and bring your friends or family along to share in the excitement, all details to be announced very soon.

Sunday 5th January 2025 - Doors open 11am 

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Wedding fairs, on the other hand, bring together a wide array of vendors under one roof. From florists and photographers to caterers and dress designers, couples can meet and compare numerous suppliers, often securing special deals available only at these events. This face-to-face interaction is invaluable; it helps in building rapport and ensures that the couple feels confident in their choices. Moreover, these events are often filled with inspiration. Live demonstrations, fashion shows, and sample setups can spark new ideas and help refine the couple's vision for their wedding day. Overall, wedding open days and fairs are a treasure trove of information, ideas, and opportunities, making them an essential part of the wedding planning journey.