Wedding Budget Calculator UK
Updated: 2025
Plan and track your entire wedding budget. See costs per guest and how each element compares to UK averages.
Average UK Wedding Costs 2025
The average UK wedding costs £20,000-£25,000 in 2025, though costs vary enormously from £5,000 for a small registry office celebration to £50,000+ for a large country house wedding. The biggest costs are typically the venue, catering, and photographer.
Budget Breakdown
A typical UK wedding budget allocates: venue (15-25%), catering and drinks (30-40%), photography and video (10-15%), attire (5-10%), flowers and décor (5-10%), entertainment (5-8%), and a 10-15% contingency buffer for unexpected costs.
Wedding Budget Tips
Save money by: choosing an off-peak date (weekday or winter wedding can save 20-40%), limiting the guest list, choosing a licensed venue that doesn't require a separate registrar, opting for a buffet over a sit-down meal, and setting a clear budget before starting any bookings.