Wedding Fairs & Venue Open Days 2026: Upcoming Dates Across the UK
Whether you’re hunting for the perfect wedding venue, looking to meet suppliers in person, or just want to get a proper feel for a space before committing, wedding fairs and venue open days are one of the best things you can do early in your planning. Nothing beats walking a room, tasting the canapés, and actually talking to the people who’d be running your day.
We keep this page updated every two weeks with confirmed open days, showcases, and wedding fairs happening at wedding venues across the UK – from barn wedding venues in Yorkshire to boutique hotels in the Ribble Valley, manor houses in Kent to country estates in Suffolk. If you’re searching for wedding venue open days near you, bookmark this page and check back regularly.
Below you’ll find every confirmed date for 2026, listed by month. Where a venue has multiple dates, they’re listed together.
What’s the difference between a wedding fair and a venue open day?
A wedding fair (sometimes called a wedding show or wedding exhibition) is typically a larger event where multiple suppliers – florists, photographers, caterers, cake makers – exhibit under one roof. They’re great for meeting lots of people in one go and getting a broad sense of what’s available.
A venue open day is specific to one wedding venue. The space is usually dressed for a wedding, the coordinator is on hand to answer questions, and you get a real feel for whether it suits your vision. Some venues combine both – hosting a small fair alongside their open day – so you can meet their recommended suppliers at the same time.
Both are almost always free to attend, though some require you to register in advance.
You can book in at wedding open days through Bridebook – browse wedding venues near you to get started.
July 2026 Wedding Open Days
Druids Glen Resort, Ireland
Date: Thursday 2nd July 2026
Not a standard open day. Druids Glen’s Wedding Consultation Evening is a one-on-one experience – a personalised tour of the resort, time with the wedding team, and the chance to get your questions properly answered.
Couples who confirm their booking on the evening also receive a complimentary Celebration Spa Experience, including a relaxing treatment each, full access to the leisure facilities, and lunch with bubbles in the Garden Rooms & Bar.
👉 Register for Druids Glen’s Wedding Consultation Evening via Bridebook
Rise Hall, Yorkshire
Date: Thursday 16th July 2026
Rise Hall’s summer open evenings have been consistently popular – and this is the last chance to catch one before the season wraps up. The house will be dressed for a wedding, there’ll be something cold to drink, and the team will be ready to chat through your plans.
Free to attend; reserve your spot in advance.
👉 Reserve your place at Rise Hall’s Open Evening via Bridebook
Bradbourne House, Kent
Date: Sunday 19th July 2026
Bradbourne House’s open days are worth attending specifically because the venue is properly dressed and set up on the day – you’re not walking around an empty room trying to imagine everything.
Each event is different, so if there’s something specific you’d like to see, contact the team before you come along. On the day you can explore the venue and meet a selection of wedding suppliers on hand to help with planning.
👉 Register your attendance at Bradbourne House’s Open Day
Brinkburn, Northumberland
Date: Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th July 2026
Brinkburn Northumberland really needs to be seen in person to be fully appreciated. Their open weekend gives couples the chance to take a proper look around – but appointments are limited, so it’s worth enquiring early.
👉 Enquire via Bridebook to book your appointment at Brinkburn Northumberland
August 2026 Wedding Open Days
Barnett Hill Hotel, Surrey Hills
Date: Saturday 15th August 2026
Perched on a hill in the heart of the Surrey Hills, Barnett Hill Hotel is the kind of venue that makes you stop and look around the moment you arrive.
Come along on the 15th to meet the team, explore the grounds, and see exactly why it’s such a popular choice for Surrey couples.
👉 Register your attendance at Barnett Hill Hotel’s Wedding Showcase via Bridebook
Pratis Barns, Fife
Date: Wednesday 27th August 2026
A rustic barn venue in Fife with panoramic views across the Firth of Forth, Pratis Barns is one of Scotland’s most complete wedding venues, and their August open evening is a good one. Come ready to explore the venue spaces fully dressed for a wedding, take a tour of Pratis House, sip complimentary fizz, and try the canapés while you wander.
There are also exclusive discounts available on the night for couples who book, so if Pratis is on your shortlist, this is worth attending sooner rather than later.
Free to attend. Register your place in advance.
👉 Register your attendance at Pratis Barns’ Open Evening via Bridebook
September 2026 Wedding Open Days
Autumn is prime time for venue hunting, whether you’re planning for 2027 or still deciding for late 2026. Here are the open days and showcases happening this September.
Aldwick Estate, Somerset
Date: Sunday 6th September 2026
Tucked down country lanes near Blagdon, Aldwick Estate is a working vineyard with a 17th-century farm at its heart and panoramic views across the Mendip Hills. The open day is a proper showcase: the estate will be dressed for a wedding, there’ll be canapes on arrival, a glass of fizz waiting for you, and the chance to taste their latest vintages while you explore.
The team will be on hand throughout, so bring your questions. Just 4 miles from Bristol Airport and 20 minutes from the M5, it’s easy to get to.
👉 Register your place at Aldwick Estate’s Open Day via Bridebook
Retreat East, Suffolk
Date: Sunday 13th September 2026
Set in the Suffolk countryside near Ipswich, Retreat East is a luxury barn venue with 28 on-site guest barns, a 16th-century farmhouse ceremony space with a private walled garden, and wildflower meadows throughout. It’s built for couples who want a full wedding weekend rather than a single day.
Pre-register for a guided tour, a welcome drink, and a goodie bag. Book your wedding on the day and you’ll also receive complimentary toasting drinks.
👉 Reserve your place at Retreat East’s Wedding Showcase via Bridebook
Tudor Barn Eltham, South East London
Date: Tuesday 16th September 2026
A 16th-century Tudor barn set within 13 acres of award-winning parkland in South East London, with original oak beams, a medieval moat, and exclusive use throughout. It’s the only Tudor barn of its kind remaining in London.
Come along on the evening to meet the events team, explore the venue and grounds, and enjoy a glass of something sparkling and late-night bites on arrival.
👉 Register your attendance at Tudor Barn Eltham’s Summer Showcase via Bridebook
Falcon Manor, North Yorkshire
Date: Sunday 20th September 2026, 12pm – 4pm
A boutique country house hotel in Settle, framed by the rolling fells of the Yorkshire Dales. Falcon Manor takes weddings of 30 to 85 guests and has the feel of a private country house takeover, with roaring fires, a grand staircase, and gardens that back straight onto open countryside.
The venue will be fully dressed on the day, with the team on hand to walk you through packages and answer questions. Free entry, pre-register to secure your place.
👉 Register your free place at Falcon Manor’s Dream Wedding Showcase via Bridebook
Buxted Park Hotel, East Sussex
Date: Saturday 27th September 2026
An 18th-century Palladian mansion set in 312 acres of East Sussex parkland, with six licensed ceremony spaces indoors and out, a grand ballroom, a Victorian orangery, and an ornamental lake that makes for exceptional photography.
The Wedding Showcase gives couples the chance to see the state rooms fully dressed and sample some of the latest menus from the kitchen. A good one to attend if you’re considering an East Sussex country house wedding.
👉 Register your attendance at Buxted Park Hotel’s Wedding Showcase via Bridebook
Frequently asked questions about wedding venue open days
What should I ask at a wedding venue open day?
Come prepared with your non-negotiables: guest capacity, exclusive use, accommodation on-site, catering flexibility, and available dates. Ask to see the ceremony space and the reception space, not just the entrance hall.
And ask what a typical wedding day looks like start to finish – the answer tells you a lot about how a venue actually operates.
Discover the key questions to ask your wedding venue here.
Are wedding venue open days free?
Almost always, yes. The majority of venue open days and wedding fairs in the UK are free to attend, though many ask you to register in advance so they can manage numbers.
A few offer entry into prize draws or complimentary drinks as an added incentive to sign up early.
Do I need to book a wedding venue open day in advance?
It depends on the venue. Some open days are drop-in, while others – particularly exclusive preview events or consultation evenings – require advance booking and have limited places.
Where registration is required, we’ve included the link above. When in doubt, register: you can always cancel, but you can’t always get a spot back.
What’s the difference between a wedding fair and an open day?
A wedding fair brings multiple suppliers together in one venue – a chance to meet photographers, florists, caterers, and cake makers in a single afternoon.
A venue open day is focused on one specific venue: the space is dressed, the coordinator is available, and the whole experience is geared toward helping you picture your wedding there.
Both are worth attending for different reasons, and many venues combine elements of both.
When do wedding venues hold open days?
Most UK wedding venues run open days in spring and early summer, with a second wave in early autumn as couples start planning for the following year. Some venues run a series of seasonal open evenings throughout the year.
We update this page every two weeks, so if you don’t see a venue near you right now, check back soon.
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