Why settle for the ordinary when Hampshire’s is filled with wedding venues that break all the rules in the best way? Think woodland ceremonies deep in the New Forest, quirky barn conversions near Alresford, or even a historic steam train backdrop for a touch of vintage romance. This county does “unusual” with real flair, giving you everything from art galleries and vineyards to castles with secret gardens. If you dream of a wedding day that feels as original as your love story, Hampshire’s unusual wedding venues are ready to steal the show. Keep scrolling and find a setting that’s anything but expected! Book today!
Prices of unusual wedding venues average £594 hire fee per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Hampshire, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £350 | to £2499 | hire fee per event |
| From £45 | to £99 | per person |
| From £400 | to £4000 | hire fee per day |
You'll find unusual wedding venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Hampshire, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 90 guests | prices average £250 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average £840 hire fee per day |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £2499 hire fee per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for unusual wedding venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hotel | prices average £594 hire fee per event | typically between 100 and 160 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £594 hire fee per event | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Banqueting Hall | prices average £9995 hire fee per event | typically between 160 and 200 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £850 hire fee per event | typically between 60 and 100 guests |
| Open Air / Outdoor Venue | prices average £4000 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 80 guests |
Cheap unusual wedding venues in Hampshire start from £100 hire fee per event or £200 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
Pemberley Suite at Alton House, from £100 hire fee per event
(up to 20 guests seated)
Venue said: The Pemberley suite is a a small function room next to the reception. It is perfect for private afternoon teas, monthly meetings and even microweddings.
Queens Suite at Holiday Inn Farnborough, from £200 hire fee per day
(up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: The Queen's Suite at Holiday Inn Farnborough offers a stylish space ideal for events. Featuring elegant décor with teal accents, a dedicated catering area, and chic cocktail tables, it's perfect for socialising.
Lord Nelson at The Old Customs House, from £12 per person
(up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: Lord Nelson is a semi-private event space in The Old Customs House and a compact pub-style dining room defined by abundant natural light. Design: The interior combines varnished timber floors, painted walls hung with framed...
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