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Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016 to 2025.

How much does a wedding reception venue cost to hire?

Wedding reception venues average £360 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to £70, whereas larger venues run about £1500 per hour.

How to plan a wedding reception

Planning a wedding reception has four main steps: First, book an unforgettable wedding reception venue. Do this first since it will determine what's needed for the additional steps. Your venue may even have preferred vendors, which may result in discounts on your end. Second, line up food and drink. Your venue may have options, or you may need to hire a caterer. Third, book your entertainment. A wedding DJ or band is typical for a wedding reception. Fourth, make plans for decor, including table centerpieces, wall decor, and entryway decorations.

Where do parents sit at a wedding reception?

Traditionally, all of the parents sit together at the wedding reception. If there's room, the same table will usually include the wedding officiant, the grandparents, and any siblings that aren't in the wedding party. There are no hard and fast rules, however—it's your reception, so you can arrange it however you like. For groups of parents who don't get along well, divorced couples, or simply sets of parents who might prefer to sit with their honored guests and relatives, it's entirely fine to configure the wedding reception table arrangements differently.

How to host a cheap wedding reception

You can host an amazing but cheap wedding reception by tapping into your DIY spirit and getting creative. Start by crafting your own decor, which will save a ton of cash but also give your reception a personal touch that your guests will love. You can drastically reduce your food and drink costs by serving bulk carry-out food like barbeque or pizza that you can set up buffet-style without having to hire a full catering service. If you're serving alcohol, you can opt to serve beer and wine and skip a full bar service for a drastic cost reduction. You can forgo a DJ or band in favor of playing music via a playlist and having a friend emcee, too.

How to transform a room for a wedding reception

With a little imagination and know-how, any room can become the perfect site for a wedding reception. First, address the decor. String lights or lanterns, for example, can help the space feel more intimate and festive. Make a plan for dividing the space for different uses. You might create an empty dance floor space while having tables and seating in another area for those who want to sit and enjoy the hors d'oeuvres. We're crazy about vignettes, too! Make small groupings of decor pieces to make the perfect backdrops for your guests to take and share photos. Choose the perfect wedding reception venue, and let your imagination run wild.

Reviews for wedding reception venues

Lloyd B.
Versatile Creative Studio & Event Space in Gastown
Amazing space and great host!! All my guest loved the mirrors and how cozy the space was. Highly recommend!!
Erin B.
Fieldwork - Studio A
Beautiful light. Well appointed. Great location. Plenty of space for 10 people. Who could ask for more!!
Louise B.
ORGANIC LIFESTYLE STUDIO
A lovely, open, beautiful space with lots of natural light and a very chic aesthetic. Steve is lovely and very helpful! Will deffo be back :)...
Daniel C.
Central Studio in Battersea
Vibrant and helpful staff that assisted me to get my way around the venue The rooms are very spacious too and lots of props were available for me to put to use for my photoshoot. Now I have a library of photos to choose from to select my...
Ciaran C.
Photography and Film Warehouse with all Equipment Included in Hackney Wick
Absolutely lovely studio. Great height on the ceiling and very intimate and welcoming. Will be using again. Thank you for having us....
Jordan D.
Fully Equipped, Vintage Inspired, 5 Set Studio. Gear Included
Very Responsive and super accommodating!
Laura D.
Sunlit Industrial Loft with Open Space & Organic Vibe
Thanks so much to Kim for renting the space to us. It was a great venue for my 40th birthday party. Beautiful space. Very cool building and great location. ...
Beth F.
Private, cabin themed tasting rooms with views of downtown Vancouver
Five stars for the dream combo: great Wi-Fi, even better beer downstairs. The space was spotless, the service was flawless, and the host was a total star setting us up with everything we asked for. It delivered above our expectations . Highly recommend!! Thanks Sean &...
Daniel G.
Designer content house with rooftop hot tub
An amazing studio, with such a diverse range of furnishings and props. Great natural lighting as well as blackout and stylish lighting options too. Anna was an amazing host, super helpful & welcoming. Would highly recommend booking here and will most likely be returning myself!...
Lizzie K.
Suburban spacious family home with magical garden
Everything was so smooth, beautiful, + perfect! :-)
Cheryl K.
Bohemian Bali-Inspired Home with Panoramic Views & High Ceilings
Great spot for a quick photoshoot with realtors. We used the living room, dining room and sundeck. Brice was easy to work with and it fit our purposes very well. ...
Gina L.
Natural light Creative Studio
Incredible lighting, simple, and elegant, exactly as pictured, I went on a day when it was overcast and later in the day and still captured amazing naturally lit photographs! A little bit chilly and glad there was a space heater. Cannot imagine how incredible this...
Curtis L.
Sand Room Studio
Lovely host
Melisa M.
The Heritage Apartment
The most incredible space you could imagine. Absolutely thrilled with how the photos turned out from our branding shoot. This place is gorgeous, with no detail overlooked. The host was accommodating and super friendly as well. Would love to go back!...
Holley M.
Urban Oasis in London
Just the absolute nicest and most accommodating hosts. Lots of space for our video production, nice and quiet and easy to access. Enjoyed the convenience and hospitality of the delicious in-house homemade catering option too!...
Holley M.
London villa with garden and skyline views, hot tub and sauna
Our hosts were absolutely wonderful and accommodating - very helpful and generous. The house is beautiful and worked well for our video production. ...
Charlotte R.
St Georges House Second Lounge
Brilliant space, we filmed a podcast episode, and must say this was the best venue we have used so far. Will definitely be rebooking. So easy, hassle-free. ...
Koko S.
Luxury House with Garden in Hampstead Photo/Video Location Full of Natural Light in London
Great host and great space
Poraich T.
Gastown ocean and mountain view
We booked this space for a Halloween "murder mystery". It was perfect! Easy to check-in, very spacious, nice asthetic for taking photos and plenty of props. Desiree was very easy to communicate with and accommodated us as much as possible. I would highly recommend for any...
Ligia Z.
Gastown ocean and mountain view
I rented this space for a Halloween party, and it was absolutely perfect for our event. The venue is beautiful, very well maintained, and offers an incredible view that our guests loved. The location is also great — easy to access and close to everything. Desiree was...