Affordable wedding venues for big impact
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Choosing the right venue is one of the most important decisions when planning a wedding - it impacts everything from logistics to budget. While renting a non-traditional or ‘cheaper’ house may seem like a cost-saving option, it can lead to unexpected complications later on. For instance, you might discover that the kitchen isn’t equipped to support your caterer’s needs, causing unnecessary stress and potentially additional cost as the caterer needs to supply extra equipment to deliver your epic Italian meal.
Sometimes, a lower price tag isn’t worth the hidden challenges. That’s why these venues strike the perfect balance - they’re reasonably priced and come with the experience and facilities needed to host weddings smoothly and professionally.
Puglia
Masseria Angiulli Piccolo
Where is it?
Grottaglie, in the Salento Hills; Brindisi airport 1hr
Key facts
Max 150 guests
Sleeps 12 guests onsite, further recommended accommodation closeby
Open April - October
Small local church 5 mins, civil and symbolic ceremony at venue
Why is it good?
Has a wet weather plan
Various options for different parts of your day - poolside aperitivo, courtyard meal, terraces for drinks
Feels very intimate
Check out Ash + Richard’s wedding here
Lucy Loves
For what is a small masseria, Angiulli Piccolo boasts so much space and character. All of the spaces are modern and fresh giving a calming and relaxed feeling, as well as a huge amount of space to celebrate!
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Masseria Amastuola
Where is it?
Taranto, Brindisi and Bari airport 1hr
Key facts
Perfect for 150 guests
Sleeps 40 onsite
Civil ceremony at venue, with church service locally
Why it’s good?
Incredible sea views
Own wine produced
Check out Natalie + Dan’s wedding here
Lucy Loves
There’s a lot to love. Set on a hilltop, I love the views from the Masseria. The food and drinks options are clear and easy to understand as well as being delicious! The rooms are really modern and spacious.
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Umbria
Casali di Colle San Paolo
Where it is?
Near the Tuscan border; Perugia 40 mins, Florence 2hr
Key facts
Ideal for 75 guests
Accommodation for 60 on-site
Split into 3 farmhouses, where you can host parts of the day
Symbolic on-site in olive groves
Church on the estate
Why it’s good?
Gives such Italian countryside vibes
Option for exclusive hire of the 3 farmhouses
Lucy Loves
Views to die for and an incredible sunset spotting dinner setting.
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Tuscany
Borgo Vaggi
Where is it?
Montedivalli; Pisa airport 1 hr, Florence airport 1hr30
Key facts
70 guests
Accommodation for 12 guests, with more options closeby
Civil and religious ceremonies
Traditional on-site restaurant optional but external caterers also allowed
Why it’s good?
Restored keeping authentic style
Homely feel and classical Italian food from the restaurant
Wet weather options for varying number of guests
Lucy Loves
Organic home grown food, this really is an authentic Tuscan experience, topped off with the most gorgeous on site chapel.
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Tenuta di Papena
Where is it?
Chiusdino; Pisa airport 1hr30, Florence airport 1hr30
Key facts
100 guests
Accommodation for 20 guests
Civil and religious ceremonies hosted nearby
Why it’s good?
Perfect for an intimate wedding
Close to San Galgano Abbey for the ceremony
Wet weather indoor option for 50 guests
A beautiful venue both indoors and out
Lucy Loves
The views, the courtyard and the owners. You will never feel more at home than at Papena, it’s a truly special place to celebrate your wedding.
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Pancolina
Where is it?
San Gimignano; Pisa airport 1hr30, Florence airport 1hr
Key facts
Max 50 guests
Accommodation for 18 guests, with additional 4 on sofabeds
Civil and religious ceremonies hosted nearby in San Gimignano
Wet weather option only for 20 guests indoors
Why it’s good?
Additional accommodation for 20 within 5mins walk
An intimate venue feel with large outdoor areas
Authentic interiors with true Tuscan charm
Lucy Loves
The views of San Gimignano, the modern pool and the modernised bedrooms. I would stay at Pancolina again and again if I could!
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Sicily
Borgo del Carato
Where is it?
Solarino; Catania airport 1hr
Key facts
Great for 140 guests, but can work with 300 outside
Accommodation for 65 guests, with further accommodation - 6km
Civil ceremony on-site
Wet weather option indoors for 150 or a tent rental outdoors
Why it’s good?
Incredible historic private chapel at the venue
The best of the new and the old: a luxury resort in the heart of ancient Sicily
Beautiful courtyard works so well for aperitif
Lucy Loves
It’s all about the aesthetics - the most amazing courtyard and dining space amongst natural rocks. Not only that, the rooms are recently renovated and the team do all the cooking which is really fairly priced.
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