We help you decide which is the best month to get married in the UK
Whether your wedding date ultimately comes down to availability, budget or maybe sentimental reasons. There will be pro's and con's to any month you choose to tie the knot in. To help you decide which is the best month of the year to get married in the UK, we have broken all of them for you.
Best Months to Get Married in the UK
Discover when your UK wedding will be with our unbiased look at the calendar year.
Why get married in January
Only 1% of couples decide to get married in January, so it's a great month to pick if you want a UK wedding with a difference. An event that'll lighten everyone’s January blues! And you’ll certainly have plenty of choice when it comes to dates and venues!
January weddings are often cheaper, so you’ll get more for your money. You could even bag a last-minute deal.
The downside? Your guests might be pinching the pennies post-Christmas, so may be less keen to travel for your wedding, or be able to afford the festivities. Plus, many could be on new year health kicks, or doing dry January. Although, at least the bar bill will be cheaper!
Why get married in February
Arguably the most romantic month of them all, for obvious reasons! What could be more magical than a Valentine’s Day wedding? And if you had a Valentine’s proposal, a wedding is February is a great way to mark the occasion, and maybe go wild with a red heart themed day.
The downside? There’s no denying that February weather is an acquired taste – you’ll need to wrap up warm, and keep a brolly at hand.
Why get married in March
Spring weddings are famously pretty. March in particular sees the first sprinkling of daffodils and crocuses, which cannot fail to offer a delightful wedding backdrop.
Only 4% of weddings take place in March, so venues could be persuaded into offering a discounted deal, one of the major benefits of hosting a wedding in the quiet season. On the other hand the weather in March is fresh, but usually sunny.
The downside? March clashes with lent, meaning some of your guests may have given up a few little luxuries, such as cake or alcohol.
Why get married in April
7% of weddings take place in April, and it is the month Easter typically falls on, so your guests will benefit from the school holidays. April hits the balance of warmer weather without the sweat-inducing heat of high summer.
The downside of April weddings is April showers. While you can take some wonderful wedding photos in the rain, a soggy wedding dress is not ideal. Furthermore, the Easter holidays are a double-edged sword, as some families may be planning, or have planned a holiday away.
Why get married in May
The month of fresh flowers and sunny spells, 13% of UK weddings take place in May, making it one of the most popular months to get married in the UK.
May benefits from having two bank holidays, meaning guests will need to take less time off work. The only issue is, your guests might also be making the most of them, and have booked a holiday, thus not being able to make it to your big day. These holidays will also push the price of venues, accomodation and suppliers up too.
Why have a June wedding
With the longest day's of the year, it’s no surprise June is a popular month to get married in – 12% of UK weddings take place in June.
It doesn’t get dark until well into the evening, making June perfect for a marquee reception. The downside? It’ll be pricey, and some popular venues get booked up years in advance for June weddings.
Why get married in July
The height of summer, July is very popular with UK brides. A huge 14% of weddings take place during this Summer month, making it the second most popular time of the year to get married in.
Beautiful July deserves a dreamy outdoor venue, and with recent changes to the law regarding weddings now in place, it could end up being cost-effective too! Just imagine all the beautful blooms you could play around with during this fabulous sunny season.
The downside of a July wedding is that your guests could end up with multiple invites for the same weekend, so be sure to get in there early with your invitations to avoid a clash.
Why get married in August
August is officially the most popular month to get married in the UK: 18% of couples choose to tie the knot during this sun-filled month.
With school holidays and balmy weather, it's not hard to see why… Most children have the entire month off school, so inviting families is a doddle, ish. And it goes without saying, you can practically bank on good weather.
The downside? August is peak season for UK wedding venues, so you’ll be paying premium price.
Why get married in September
September typically has good weather, and better availability than the Summer months, which is why it’s one of the most popular months for a wedding in the UK. 13% of UK weddings take place in September.
September isn’t in as such high demand as the May to August period, so your venue will probably have more flexibility on dates.
The downside? September will forever be associated with the gloomy feeling of going back to school, but your wedding will surely perk everyone up!
Why host an October wedding
Golden crunchy leaves and beautiful clear skies are both seriously dreamy wedding accompaniments – there’s nothing quite like an Autumn wedding!
UK brides certainly agree, with 8% of them choosing to get married in October. All those red and yellow leaves are the ultimate ready-made photographic backdrop. The downside to October weddings? The nights start to draw in after the equinox, making an outdoor soirée tricky.
Why have a November wedding
Crisp, cold and atmospheric, November is the perfect month for a winter wedding. It’s a great option for brides on a budget, with 27% of November brides citing the price as their reason for selecting this chilly month.
With frost underfoot and maybe even a few icicles, November can be seriously photogenic. The only problem is, It’s a rather cold and dark month, so you’ll need to spend a lot of your budget on making the venue cosy.
Why get married in December
A December big day is truly magical, and a lovely way to kick off the festive season
Be sure to give guests a lot of notice, as December is a busy party season. Working around Christmas weather can be tricky too, and a snowfall can throw transport plans into chaos.
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