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.October 2026 Wedding Open Days
October is one of the best months to visit a venue. The autumn light is flattering, the spaces are styled for the cosier seasons, and teams are starting to look ahead to 2027 bookings. Here are the open days and fayres happening this October.
Gisborough Hall Hotel & Spa, North Yorkshire
Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
A 19th-century country house on the edge of the North York Moors near Guisborough, with 61 bedrooms, manicured grounds, and two distinct wedding spaces: the glass-roofed Conservatory and the grand Madoc Suite, with its chandeliers and original features. The showcase runs from 11am to 2pm, with the team and a selection of trusted suppliers on hand to answer questions.
You’ll be welcomed with fizz and canapes on arrival. Free to attend, register your place in advance.
👉 Register your attendance at Gisborough Hall’s Wedding Showcase via Bridebook
Hever Castle & Gardens, Kent
Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
The 14th-century childhood home of Anne Boleyn, set within 125 acres of Kent countryside with award-winning gardens, a 38-acre lake, and three distinct wedding spaces across the estate. Whether you’re drawn to the grandeur of the Castle itself, the country house warmth of the Astor Wing, or the lakeside Italian Garden with its elegant Loggia, this is a venue that genuinely earns its reputation.
The team will be on hand to show you around the spaces, answer questions, and help you picture your own day here. Register to attend via the venue directly.
👉 Register your attendance at Hever Castle’s Wedding Showcase via BridebookChevin Country Park Hotel & Spa, West Yorkshire
Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
Tucked into 44 acres of birch woodland high above the Yorkshire town of Otley, Chevin Country Park Hotel is one of the most quietly spectacular wedding venues near Leeds. Three lakes, secluded forest trails, and a team that hosts just one wedding per day make it a strong choice for couples who want privacy and setting in equal measure.
Come along between 12pm and 3pm to explore the grounds, meet the wedding team, and get a feel for what a day here actually looks like.
👉 Register your attendance at Chevin Country Park Hotel’s Open Day via BridebookBarony Castle Hotel, Scottish Borders
Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
A 16th-century castle set in 25 acres of woodland and formal gardens just 35 minutes south of Edinburgh, with indoor suites for up to 130 guests, a marquee option for up to 250, and a woodland altar for outdoor ceremonies. The castle will be fully set for a wedding on the day, with their favourite suppliers alongside the team to help answer questions.
A solid choice if you’re considering a Scottish castle wedding without the full Highland drive.
👉 Register your attendance at Barony Castle Hotel’s Open Day via BridebookOxleaze Barn, Gloucestershire
Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
A beautifully restored Cotswold stone barn near Lechlade, with beams dating back to 1702, a manicured courtyard garden, a hidden vintage bar, and on-site accommodation for up to 12 guests. The autumn open day is a proper look around: the barn and courtyards will be styled and dressed, trusted suppliers will be on hand, and there’ll be food and drink to sample while you explore.
Free entry, but spaces are limited so worth registering in advance.
👉 Register your place at Oxleaze Barn’s Autumn Open Day via BridebookGrafton Manor, Worcestershire
Date: Sunday 11th October 2026
A 16th-century Elizabethan manor near Bromsgrove, family-owned since 1946, set within grounds that include a two-acre lake and an on-site chapel now licensed for civil ceremonies. The Great Parlour hosts wedding breakfasts in a high-ceilinged, light-filled setting, while a marquee extends the space for larger evening receptions.
Come along between 11:30am and 4pm to explore the spaces, meet trusted suppliers, and chat to the team about your plans.
👉 Register your attendance at Grafton Manor’s Showcase Day via Bridebook
Alrewas Hayes, Staffordshire
Date: Sunday 11th October 2026
A Grade II listed Queen Anne country estate set within 100 acres of rural Staffordshire, with a history stretching back to 1066. The estate offers exclusive use for weddings from six to 650 guests across a range of spaces including the Manor House, converted luxury barns, the Great Barn, a Lakeside Marquee, and 11 boutique bedrooms for overnight guests.
The open day runs from 12pm to 4pm and is the chance to explore the estate properly, see the spaces dressed, and meet the team in person.
👉 Register your attendance at Alrewas Hayes’ Open Day via Bridebook
Askham Hall, Cumbria
Date: Sunday 18th October 2026
A 13th-century country house on the edge of the Lake District, near Penrith, with a rustic wedding barn, 19 bedrooms, sweeping lawns, and a Michelin-starred restaurant on site. The wedding fayre brings together a handpicked selection of local suppliers alongside the Askham team, with hourly venue viewings available (pre-booking required as spaces are limited).
Complimentary fizz and canapés on arrival. Register in advance to secure a viewing slot.
👉 Register your place at Askham Hall’s Wedding Fayre via BridebookHoldsworth House Hotel, West Yorkshire
Date: Tuesday 20th October 2026
A 17th-century manor set in three acres of private walled gardens on the edge of Halifax, with 32 bedrooms, a new Barn Courtyard, and a team that has been hosting weddings here for over 60 years. The drop-in evening is relaxed and appointment-free: come and see the ceremony and reception rooms set up, tour the bedrooms, get accurate pricing, and hold a date at no cost.
Complimentary glass of fizz included. No appointment needed.
👉 Register your attendance at Holdsworth House’s Wedding Drop-in Evening via BridebookNovember 2026 Wedding Open Days
As the year winds down, venues are styled for their cosiest season and teams have more time to spend with you. November open days are worth attending if you’re planning ahead for 2027 or want to see a venue in its winter setting before committing.
Edgbaston Park Hotel, Birmingham
Date: Sunday 1st November 2026
Set within the leafy University of Birmingham campus, Edgbaston Park Hotel offers two distinct wedding venues in one: Hornton Grange, a Grade II listed 1928 building with exclusive use for up to 100 guests, and the Fry Suite, a contemporary space for up to 250. The showcase runs from 11am to 3pm and includes complimentary drinks and canapes, with the team on hand throughout both spaces.
A strong option for Midlands couples who want a venue that can flex between intimate and large-scale.
👉 Register your place at Edgbaston Park Hotel’s Wedding Showcase via BridebookBrinkburn Northumberland
Date: Sunday 1st November 2026
A 12th-century priory and manor house set in a wooded ravine beside the River Coquet, Brinkburn hosts just 20 weddings a year. If you were considering attending their July open weekend and missed it, this is the next opportunity. Appointments are limited and by request only.
Get in touch directly to book your slot.
👉 Enquire via Bridebook to book your appointment at Brinkburn NorthumberlandClapton Country Club, East London
Date: Friday 14th November 2026
A former tram depot in Upper Clapton reimagined as a distinctive wedding venue, with a spinning giant mirror ball, a stage, festoon lights, a deck area outside, and in-house catering built around organic and biodynamic ingredients. It seats up to 125 for a wedding breakfast and holds up to 180 standing, with exclusive use throughout.
The Clapton Wedding Showcase is a chance to meet handpicked suppliers, enjoy complimentary drinks and canapes, and get a proper feel for what a celebration here could look like.
👉 Register your attendance at The Clapton Wedding Showcase via Bridebook
The Atholl Palace, Pitlochry
Date: Sunday 15th November 2026
A grand Victorian hotel set in the Scottish Highlands above Pitlochry, with 118 bedrooms, two distinct wedding spaces, and views across Perthshire that are hard to argue with. The Bow Lounge seats up to 200 for ceremonies and has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the valley; the Atholl Suite is a circular, panoramic space for up to 250 guests with its own bar, stage, and dance floor.
Come along to explore both spaces beautifully dressed, enjoy complimentary canapes and refreshments, and meet a curated selection of local suppliers alongside the wedding team.
👉 Register your place at The Atholl Palace’s Wedding Showcase via BridebookApton Hall, Essex
Date: Sunday 22nd November 2026
A multi-award-winning exclusive-use venue in the Essex countryside near Rochford, with a history stretching back to the Domesday Book and four licensed ceremony spaces arranged around a charming courtyard. The November open day is a particularly good one to catch: the venue will be dressed for Christmas weddings, complete with their 20-foot Christmas tree and seasonal styling throughout. On-site accommodation for up to 26 guests and less than a mile from a direct train to London.
👉 Register your attendance at Apton Hall’s Wedding Showcase via BridebookDecember 2026 Wedding Open Days
If you’re still searching for your venue, December open days are worth making time for. The spaces are styled for winter, the atmosphere is at its cosiest, and booking early in the new year means the best 2027 dates are still available. Here are the confirmed dates for December.
Beeston Manor, Lancashire
Date: Tuesday 1st December 2026
Set within 140 acres of Lancashire countryside, Beeston Manor is a Grade II listed barn venue with brand new spaces for 2026: The Meadows, The Nest, and The Den. The open evening is a chance to explore everything the estate has to offer at its most atmospheric, with the team on hand throughout.
Worth attending if you want to see the new spaces before the Christmas bookings fill up.
👉 Register your attendance at Beeston Manor’s Open Evening via BridebookEast Riddlesden Hall, West Yorkshire
Date: Thursday 3rd December 2026
A 17th-century National Trust manor house on the edge of Keighley in the Airedale Valley, with a restored barn featuring original oak beams, exposed stone walls, and a ceiling of fairy lights. The Airedale Barn seats up to 160 for ceremonies and wedding breakfasts; the Great Hall inside the manor is available for more intimate gatherings of up to 30.
Come along to wander the barn, explore décor ideas, and chat to the wedding team and recommended suppliers with a complimentary drink in hand.
👉 Register your attendance at East Riddlesden Hall’s Open Day via BridebookThe Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa, North Yorkshire
Date: Sunday 6th December 2026
A 1,400-acre private estate near Skipton with a 24-acre lake, a rustic 17th-century barn, a historic church, lakeside ceremony options, 70 bedrooms, and an award-winning spa. The Winter Wedding Showcase runs from 11:30am to 2:30pm, with the venue dressed for the season and the team on hand to walk you through what a winter wedding here actually looks like.
A good one for couples considering a Yorkshire estate wedding with real scale.
👉 Register your place at The Coniston Hotel’s Winter Wedding Showcase via BridebookFrequently 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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