The Who What Wear UK Wedding Directory: The Venues, Suppliers, and Brands We Truly Endorse

      (Image credit: Kindred; Ett Hem; Samantha Colling Creative Studio)

      Welcome to the Who What Wear UK wedding directory, your comprehensive resource for all things wedding planning. Whether you're searching for venue suggestions, makeup artists, dress boutiques, or bars available for hire, we've compiled an extensive list of trusted suppliers, all vetted by the Who What Wear editor and our readers. This list aims to simplify the process of organizing your special day, making it as seamless and stress-free as possible. Let’s dive in…

      1. VENUES (Image credit: Florin Images © Unique Homestays; The Ned; Spring; Middleton Lodge; Rebecca Kerr Photography)

      Selecting a venue usually ranks first on the wedding planning checklist, following the establishment of a rough budget and guest list. It's crucial to address these two significant factors early on, as they will undoubtedly influence the venues you consider. Below is a curated selection of our preferred wedding venues in the UK, Europe, and beyond, including some unique locations in London for more intimate gatherings.

      - The Painswick, The Cotswolds

      - Wilderness Reserve, Suffolk

      - Middleton Lodge, North Yorkshire

      - Aswarby Rectory, Lincolnshire

      - Lartington Hall, North Yorkshire

      - Boutique Marquees, Nationwide

      - Butley Priory, Suffolk

      - Casterton Grange, The Lake District

      - Belcombe Court, Bradford-on-Avon

      - Parnham Park, Dorset

      - Florin, Wales

      - Anthology Farm, The Cotswolds

      - Winterfell, The Lake District

      - Elmley Nature Reserve, Kent

      - Treseren, Cornwall

      - The George, Sussex

      - The Forge, Somerset

      - Wildhive Callow Hall, Derbyshire

      - Kinloch Lodge, Isle of Skye

      - Glebe House, Devon

      - Inspired Structures, Nationwide

      LONDON

      - Brunswick House

      - The ICA

      - The Old Session House

      - Clapton Country Club

      - Clissold House

      - Trinity Buoy Wharf

      - Hackney Town Hall

      - The Orangery, Holland Park

      - Old Marylebone Town Hall

      - Morden Hall

      - Spring, Somerset House

      - The Garden Museum

      - The Ned

      - Petersham Nurseries

      - 100 Barrington

      - Hamswell House

      - Woodberry Wetlands

      - Islington Town Hall

      PRIVATE DINING ROOMS

      - The Camberwell Arms

      - Luca

      - Gold

      - St John

      - Bistrotheque

      - The Italian Greyhound

      - Boundary

      - The Hari

      - The Walmer Castle

      - The Hero

      - The Pelican

      - Morchella

      - Barrafina

      EUROPE

      - Le Château Charmant, France

      - The Secret View, Greece

      - Can Ferrereta, Mallorca

      - Le Grand Banc, France

      - Villa Sant'Andrea, Sicily

      - Tonnara di Scopello, Italy

      - Finca Serena, Mallorca

      - Belmond La Residencia, Mallorca

      - The Lodge, Mallorca

      - Borgo Santo Pietro, Italy

      - Castello di Vicarello, Italy

      - ØsterGRO, Denmark

      - Le Grand Banc, France

      - Casa Sacoto, Portugal

      - The Peligoni Club, Greece

      - The Courti Estate, Corfu

      FARTHER AFIELD

      - The Swanner House, California

      - Kasbah Bab Ourika, Atlas Mountains

      - Baja Luna, Los Cabos

      - The Carlyle, New York

      - La Cotte Farm, Western Cape

      - The Sea Ranch Lodge, California

      - Amangiri, Utah

      - Le Chacuel, California

      - INNESS, Upstate New York

      - Brooklyn Botanic Garden, New York

      - Recoleta, Australia

      2. FASHION

      For many brides, determining what to wear can be the most challenging aspect of wedding planning. Naturally, your outfit will reflect your personal style, taste, and budget, and the following lists serve as a starting point. Each dress destination and brand included has received the editor’s stamp of approval, ensuring an enjoyable shopping experience. Additionally, we've featured our top rental platforms if you're considering hiring a wedding look, as well as resale options for passing your dress to another bride. Also included are destination ideas for grooms and top spots for finding bridesmaid outfits.

      DRESS DESTINATIONS

      - The Fall Bride

      - Bon Bride

      - The Own Studio

      - The Briderie

      - Halfpenny London

      - Unbridled Studio

      - Clover London

      - Mother's Daughter

      - Melle Cloche

      - Browns Bride

      - Bibi London

      - The Wedding Club

      - Honor NYC

      - Emma Beaumont

      - Emilia Wickstead

      - Falcus & Wood

      - Galvan

      YOUR BRIDAL WARDROBE

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