Wedding Venues in Birmingham: 10 of the Best

With more canals than Venice, more Michelin-starred restaurants than anywhere else in the country outside of London, and a fascinating musical history, Birmingham is a pretty impressive place.

While the city that gave us Black Sabbath, Judas Priest and the lead singer of Led Zepplin may not immediately give off major romance vibes, hear us out. A cultural powerhouse, the city boasts a wealth of iconic buildings from the baroque cathedral to the striking Selfridges building. Nestled among the famous facades, we’ve found some incredible wedding venues, including everything from swanky hotels to quirky studio spaces.

Come with us as we take you through the very best wedding hot spots and hidden gems of Birmingham. Each one is unique, but all have one very important thing in common: they have live band facilities - meaning you can fall head over heels for any of them and still book the wedding band of your dreams. Winning.

Fazeley Studios started life as a Victorian Unitarian Chapel and the vaulted ceilings and arched windows of a traditional church are very much still in place. Period features aside, there’s little else at Fazeley Studios that gives traditional wedding venue vibes.

Located in Digbeth (known as the Shoreditch of Birmingham), the studios are a contemporary and quirky choice for couples looking for something a little bit different. You can have your ceremony and reception here or just book it for your evening do. Fazeley has a room especially for live music acts and is licensed until 12pm with the option to apply for a one-hour extension.

Catering is done in-house, and the team is totally flexible when it comes to designing your wedding menu. All are welcome here and the weddings team are totally on-board with making your dream wedding - along with any cultural or ceremonial wishes – become a reality.

Hilton Birmingham Metropole is the Birmingham wedding venue of choice for those looking to host a larger celebration. Specialising in Greek and Asian weddings, this hotel can accommodate up to 1,440 guests.

Daunted by the thought of pulling together such a large-scale event? Don’t be, with the help of one of Hilton Birmingham Metropole’s dedicated and experienced wedding planners, your day will run seamlessly.

After the big day, why not head to the LivingWell Health Club on-site? With a sauna, steam room and swimming pool, you can let wedding stresses simply float away. Blissful.

Situated in North Warwickshire, Shustoke Barn is nestled just 11 miles from Birmingham itself. With the convenience of the city just a short drive away, Shustoke Barn offers couples an accessible country retreat.

Shustoke Barn has a civil ceremony license, offering couples the chance to say ‘I do’ in the 18th century, red-brick barn complete with fairy-lit beams and rustic touches.

The ideal choice for foodie couples, Shustoke pride themselves on their open flame cooking. Barbeques and rotisseries are the speciality here, giving your wedding breakfast a unique and mouth-watering spin. After the feast, you can party until 1am, making the most of the state-of-the-art Funktion-One sound system.

Music lovers, this one’s for you. The Blue Piano is a popular live music venue in Birmingham and, in case you’re wondering, does in fact house a blue piano within its restaurant. The piano along with all other sound facilities are available for the musicians of your choice to use.

Your reception will be seamless here with the help of the The Blue Piano’s experienced team. The venue can host anywhere between 20 to 200 guests and offer bespoke menu options. You can make the most of the bar and cosy drawing room for drinks receptions or take your toasts outdoors into the courtyard garden.

After an evening’s dancing, you won’t have far to go before you can kick off your dancing shoes and relax, thanks to the 10 en suite guest rooms on-site. You can book all 10 on an exclusive basis for you and your wedding party.

Fancy getting married in a real slice of Brummie history? Look no further than Rowheath Pavilion. This venue opened in 1924 as part of a sports ground created by Bournville Village Trust to cater to the growing Cadbury workforce living in the area.

These days Rowheath Pavilion is operated by Trinity Christian Centre and is licensed for Christian ceremonies in the stunning Terrace Room overlooking the parkland. After saying ‘I do’ you can dance the night away in the grade II listed 1920s ballroom.

A wedding and events coordinator will be on hand to ensure everything goes smoothly from the initial planning stages to the big day. Packages, including welcome drinks and room dressing, are available and, with three brand new package deals for 2026+ bookings, they are a great option to host your big day.

If it’s a blank canvas wedding venue that you’re looking for, we think The Old Library will be right up your street. Vaulted ceilings and gothic windows pair beautifully with an all-white colour scheme in this 1866 building.

Starting life as one of Birmingham’s free libraries, it’s a piece of the city’s history as well as pretty impressive wedding venue. The Old Library can accommodate up to 130 guests for a ceremony and sit-down meal and 250 for an evening reception.

Located in the artsy Digbeth area, there are plenty of unique and quirky backdrops nearby for your wedding photos. After snapping your portraits head back to The Old Library to begin the evenings festivities. The team at this hidden gem are no stranger to alternative forms of wedding entertainment, face painting, drag artists, illustrators and gaming stations have all featured at wedding receptions here!

If you find the idea of wedding planning a little scary, may we suggest hosting your day at Hotel Du Vin Birmingham ? Here you’ll be allocated your own personal wedding planner who will listen to your ideas (and suggest a few of their own!), arrange consultations with suppliers, help design the perfect menu and much more. You can totally relax knowing your wedding is in expert hands.

At Hotel Du Vin Birmingham you will have the choice of four private rooms. Belle Epoque is the largest and can accommodate 77 people for a wedding breakfast and 100 people for a drinks reception. The Lombard Room can accommodate 40 sit-down guests and 60 drinks reception guests, the Sassicaia Room can host a maximum of 35 guests and Opus One is the ideal choice for micro weddings of up to 14. The Courtyard is also available for up to 150 people and, thanks to a clever retractable roof, can be used come rain or shine.

Located in the heart of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter is this industrial style gem. A historic bar, pub, and restaurant, The Button Factory is packed full of character and charm.

You can host your wedding breakfast in the dining area with its large windows, hardwood floors, exposed brick walls and high ceilings. A lush green installation softens the space and brings the outdoors in.

If you’d prefer to head outdoors yourself, you can dine al fresco on the roof terrace. With turf grass, patio furniture and umbrellas all ready to go, it’s the ideal place to toast your nuptials during the summer months.

Nestled in the leafy Birmingham suburb of Kings Heath, is this quirky wedding and live music venue. A tranquil café by day and a bar and entertainment venue by night, the team at the Kitchen Garden know a thing or two about hosting stand out events.

With a cosy, home away from home feel and homemade food, you and your guests can totally relax and enjoy the unique atmosphere at Kitchen Garden Café. All weddings are tailored around you and no two are ever the same.

You can hire the venue for an evening celebration only, half day or full day. The Kitchen Garden Café team also offer add-ons including a late license with 1am finish, your very own media savvy content creator to capture all your special moments on the day and a private bar in the courtyard. Pick and choose the options you prefer to create a day that’s totally yours.

If you’re looking for a rural retreat just a stone’s throw from Birmingham, look no further than Hogarths Hotel. Situated in the metropolitan borough of Solihull, this historic wedding venue offers both the convenience of the city with the beauty of the country.

Nestled within 27 acres of stunning woodland, Hogarths Hotel boasts an enchanting summerhouse perched on a moat where you can say your ‘I dos’. After the ceremony, the Garden Suite awaits with its beautiful views and neutral colour scheme.

There are 47 individually designed rooms on-site (including a luxurious suite for the newlyweds) meaning guests simply need to head upstairs when the festivities end.