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.
August 2026 Wedding Open Days
Summer open days are ideal for seeing venues at their best – gardens in full bloom, rooms flooded with light, and teams who know exactly what a warm-weather wedding looks like in their space. Here are the confirmed dates for August.
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
Warwick Castle, Warwickshire
Date: Thursday 20th August 2026
Over 1,100 years of history, 64 acres of Capability Brown-designed gardens, a Great Hall for up to 120 guests, and a wedding team who clearly love what they do. If you’ve ever been curious about getting married at Warwick Castle, this open evening is the chance to see the spaces properly dressed and get your questions answered in person.
Free to attend, register your place in advance.
👉 Register for Warwick Castle’s Wedding Open Evening 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
Lewtrenchard Manor, Devon
Date: Saturday 29th August 2026
A historic country house on the edge of Dartmoor, dating back to 1626, with ornate plasterwork ceilings, stained glass windows, wood-panelled rooms, and landscaped gardens with views across the Devon countryside. It’s the kind of venue that does a lot of the work just by existing.
The open day is drop-in, with all function rooms fully dressed as they would be on a wedding day – so you can wander at your own pace, get a genuine feel for the spaces, and meet the team when you’re ready.
Free to attend, no appointment needed.
👉 Register your attendance at Lewtrenchard Manor’s Wedding Open Day via Bridebook
The Libertine, London
Date: Sunday 30th August 2026
Set in the vaulted foundations of the Royal Exchange in the City of London, The Libertine is a venue that tends to stop people mid-conversation when they first walk in. The showcase is a proper event: suppliers in attendance, live entertainment, and samples of the food the venue is known for.
A good one to attend if you’re considering a City of London wedding with real atmosphere.
👉 Register your place at The Libertine’s Wedding Showcase 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.
Llangoed Hall, Brecon
Date: Sunday 6th September 2026
A Grade II listed country house in the Wye Valley, set within 17 acres of gardens with views across the Black Mountains and 23 guest bedrooms. One of Wales’s most celebrated wedding venues, and winner of the Welsh National Wedding Awards Best Boutique Wedding Venue.
The Wedding Showcase gives couples the chance to explore the venue, meet local suppliers and photographers, and enjoy complimentary canapes throughout. A good one to attend if you’re considering a Welsh country house wedding with real character.
👉 Register your attendance at Llangoed Hall’s Wedding Showcase via Bridebook
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
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
All Manor of Events, Suffolk
Date: Monday 28th September 2026
Set in the Suffolk countryside just 10 minutes from Ipswich, All Manor of Events is a barn venue with four distinct ceremony spaces, accommodation in on-site glamping pods, and capacity for up to 220 guests. The showcase is the chance to explore the venue and meet the team, with the Poplar Barn, Chestnut Barn, Garden Room, and woodland ceremony space all available to look around on the day.
Free to attend, register your place in advance.
👉 Register your attendance at All Manor of Events’ Wedding Showcase via Bridebook
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.
Oxleaze 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 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 Bridebook
Holdsworth 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 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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