Not far from Birmingham, in the heart of the West Midlands, Coventry is a city with deep historical roots, a rich cultural scene and a fantastic mix of urban energy and green spaces. In 2021, Coventry was named the UK city of culture, thanks to its vibrant arts, music and performance scene, as well as its automotive and engineering heritage. This fascinating history, as well as a welcoming and fun vibe thanks to a huge amount of variety, makes Coventry a lovely place to host your wedding
Our 2025 Wedding report uncovered that Coventry and the rest of the West Midlands is where 9% of all UK weddings take place, making it the most popular wedding destination in the Midlands. More than four out of five (83%) couples who live in the area stay close by for their wedding day, which is helped by the fact that the average cost of a wedding in the region is £18,738. This is more than £2,000 less than what couples pay on average across the UK, so it’s also a great location if you’re conscious of not spending too much.
Whether you're after a country house ceremony, a city-centre civil wedding or a vibrant multicultural celebration, Coventry is well equipped to help you do it your way.
Coventry is a diverse and creative city absolutely full to the brim with cultural sights and places to visit – and the wedding trends around the city reflect that. You'll see everything from traditional white weddings to bold, colourful and multicultural celebrations inspired by South Asian, African and Eastern European cultures. It’s common for couples to invite friends and family to take part in multi-day celebrations spanning an entire weekend, especially for those who are inviting guests who will travel from overseas.
DIY styling and sustainable weddings are popular in Coventry, with couples choosing to personalise their day with handmade decor, local flowers and eco-friendly choices. This is backed up by couples in the city spending way less than the national average on both wedding decor and stationery. This includes using things like upcycled centrepieces, meat-free menus and minimal-waste receptions.
With a thriving arts and music scene, Coventry weddings also often lean into individuality. That could be things like a live band at the reception, a warehouse ceremony with industrial vibes or a vintage-themed wedding in one of the city’s many historic venues.
With a thriving arts and music scene, Coventry weddings also often lean into individuality. That could be things like a live band at the reception, a warehouse ceremony with industrial vibes or a vintage-themed wedding in one of the city’s many historic venues.
Coventry has a fantastic range of venues to suit all kinds of weddings, whether you're looking for grandeur, intimacy or something a little quirky.
For a wedding venue that will help you feel like true royalty, Coventry and the surrounding area are home to two renowned castles that will make sure you have a wedding day no one will ever forget. Hampton Castle is the quintessential 15th-century castle with over 500 acres of incredible grounds. And the legendary Warwick Castle in nearby Warwick is one of the most well-known castles in the country, and has been visited by some of the most notable royals over the last 1,000 years.
For a wedding day steeped in elegance and luxury, but perhaps without the lofty status of a castle, you could choose one of the many stately homes or manors that surround the city of Coventry. And you really are spoilt for choice, with so many stunning locations to choose from, including Davenport House, Stoneleigh Abbey, Cheylesmore Manor House, Bourton Hall Wedding Venue and Hampton Manor.
There are loads of rolling hills, farmland and quaint villages around Coventry, which means it’s a great place to have your wedding if you’re keen to take things outside and celebrate with an open-air ceremony or reception. Venues around the city include The Riverside Glasshouse, Newlands Bishop Farm, Enchanting Woodland Weddings and Hatton Weddings, and they each know how to ensure you have an al fresco wedding to remember.
If you’re keen to get married in a wedding venue that’s a little different, Coventry is a city filled with charm and character, with venues that reflect your interests and hobbies or tie into the city’s history. St Mary's Guildhall is a 700-year-old building right in the centre of the city, which has a medieval kitchen that has been opened for the first time in 100 years. Lord Leycester Hospital is a timber-framed Guildhall with a medieval Great Hall. And CBS Arena Weddings is the home of Coventry City, which is the perfect wedding venue for fans of The Sky Blues.
The West Midlands is one of the UK’s more affordable regions to host a wedding, but Coventry specifically has a great array of affordable venues, meaning it’s ideal if you want the wedding of your dreams while keeping spending to a minimum. Some great lower-cost wedding venues include Windmill Village Hotel, Golf Club & Spa, The Lake at Barston Restaurant, Village Hotel Coventry, The Saxon Mill and Weston Hall Hotel.
The average cost of a wedding venue in Coventry (and the rest of the West Midlands) is £5,818, which is more or less in line with the UK average. However, as this is just an average, the brilliant selection of venues means you can find exactly what you’re looking for around the area.
Coventry’s wedding venues typically get booked 12 to 18 months in advance, especially during the busiest summer wedding season, as well as on weekends. If you’re wanting a larger celebration with a big guest list, you might expect a wait of around two or more years.
If you’re having a smaller wedding, or you’re happy to consider a midweek or winter date, the wait can drop right down to around six months. This flexibility means you’re also likely to grab a bargain, as many venues have off-peak discounts.
Coventry has a typical British climate, meaning your wedding experience can vary with the seasons.
Spring (March – May) is when the city’s green spaces come to life, and there are average highs of 11°C to 16°C (52°F to 61°F), which is great if you’re looking for an open-air wedding at a venue such as Nailcote Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club.
Summer (June – August) is ideal for outdoor receptions and marquee weddings with highs of 20°C to 23°C (68°F to 73°F). Venues like Wootton Park are absolutely perfect, letting you take advantage of the warmth and long days.
Autumn (September – November) ensures warm colours and cooler temperatures (10°C to 16°C / 50°F to 61°F), making it perfect for cosy indoor celebrations with the option to take things outside, like at venues including Ashton Lodge Country House and Wethele Manor.
Winter (December – February) tends to be a quieter wedding season, but that also makes it more budget-friendly. With highs of around 6°C to 9°C (43°F to 48°F), you’ll want a venue that is predominantly indoors, such as The Jacobean Hotel, where you can escape the chill. Just remember to have some outdoor photos, which are wonderful if you catch it on a snowy or frosty day.
Coventry is centrally located just to the south east of Birmingham, making it nice and easy to reach from practically anywhere, which is ideal if you’re inviting guests from across the UK.
To take the train, the city is on the West Coast Main Line, with direct services to London Euston in under an hour, and regular connections to Birmingham, Manchester and beyond.
By car, the M6, M40 and A45 make Coventry very accessible, and many venues outside of the city centre offer parking. For inner-city venues, parking might be slightly more limited or expensive, but most venues are close to public transport options.
If you have guests flying in, Birmingham Airport (BHX) is only 20 minutes away by car or train, offering both domestic and international flights.
It’s super easy to find somewhere to stay around Coventry, whether you’re after a budget hotel or a five-star spa. And there are also plenty of hotels around the city which have their own wedding venues, which is great if you’re looking for somewhere to have an all-in-one wedding and not worry about too many logistics while planning. Hotels including Ansty Hall, Manor Hotel, Village Hotel Coventry, The Royal Court Hotel and Weston Hall Hotel all have event spaces and are all definitely worth considering.
