Wedding costs and budgeting guides
Every wedding decision is a money decision in disguise. These guides give you the real UK numbers, the way to split a budget so the venue does not eat it, and the small costs that turn into the £4,800 average overspend.
Average wedding cost UK: what couples really spend
The average wedding cost UK couples pay is £20,604 to £21,990 in 2026, from Bridebook and Hitched. Costs by region, guest count and the biggest lines.
Free wedding planning spreadsheet and budget template
A free UK wedding planning spreadsheet and budget template, with typical percentage splits from published averages. Download the CSV and fill in each quote.
Average wedding budget UK: how to split it, with examples
The average UK wedding budget is about £21,000. How to split yours by percentage, worked examples at £15,000, £25,000 and £40,000, and when each payment is due.
Wedding insurance in the UK: what it covers and what it costs
What wedding insurance actually pays out for, what every policy excludes, typical UK prices by cover level, and the week you should buy it.
How much does a wedding planner cost in the UK in 2026?
Full planning is 10 to 15 percent of the budget, partial £1,500 to £3,500, on-the-day £800 to £2,000. When each pays for itself, and what an AI planner covers.
How much does a small wedding cost in the UK? 20 to 60 guests
Worked costs for 20, 40 and 60 guests in 2026, the fixed costs that never shrink, the venues built for small numbers, and a script for saying no to a bigger day.
Registry office wedding cost UK: 2026 fees and full totals
A registry office wedding costs from about £170 in legal fees in 2026. Notice, ceremony and certificate fees, three councils compared, and the full day's total.
How to save money on a wedding: 10 cuts your guests won't notice
Ten ways to save on a UK wedding in 2026, with what each saves for 80 guests: an off-peak date, pizza for the evening, digital invitations and no favours.
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