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About the UK Wedding Conference
The UK Wedding Conference is the leading UK education and networking event for ambitious wedding professionals.
Since launching in 2017, we have brought together venue owners, wedding planners, suppliers, celebrants and industry leaders to learn from experts, share ideas and build meaningful business connections.
What started as a single, annual conference has grown into a portfolio of events designed to support wedding businesses at every stage of growth. Today, our events bring together hundreds of professionals each year through conferences, summits and networking experiences focused on helping businesses thrive in an increasingly competitive market.
Our events are designed for wedding professionals who want to stay ahead of industry trends, improve sales and marketing performance, strengthen operations, embrace new technology and build valuable relationships with peers and partners.
Why Attend?
Our delegates attend to:
Learn from recognised industry experts and business leaders
Discover practical strategies they can implement immediately
Stay ahead of changing consumer behaviour and technology
Connect with like-minded professionals
Build relationships with suppliers, venues and partners
Invest in the growth of their business and team
Meet and connect with teams behind exceptional brands and business solutions.
Whether you're an established venue, an independent wedding planner, a growing supplier or an industry partner, our events provide opportunities to learn, connect and grow alongside some of the most forward-thinking professionals in the wedding industry.
Our Upcoming Events
Three events. One mission: helping wedding businesses grow, connect and lead the future of the industry.
UK Wedding Conference London
Date: Tuesday, 20th October 2026
Venue: The Biltmore Mayfair, London
The UK's premier gathering of wedding industry leaders.
Set in the heart of London, UK Wedding Conference London brings together the brightest minds in weddings for a day of insight, innovation and high-value networking.
Wedding Planners & Venues Summit
Date: Tuesday, 9th February 2027
Venue: The HAC, London
A space for meaningful conversations, strategic partnerships and actionable business growth.
Created for premium and luxury wedding planners and venue professionals, the Wedding Planners & Venues Summit features a curated line-up of industry-leading speakers, strategic insight and valuable connections for businesses looking to lead in the luxury wedding market.
UK Wedding Conference Manchester
Date: Monday, 1st March 2027
Venue: Manchester Hall, Manchester
Bringing the energy and expertise of the UK Wedding Conference to the North.
Building on the success of UK Wedding Conference London, our Manchester event promises high-calibre speakers and a highly engaged audience. The event is designed to help wedding venues and industry professionals stay ahead, build valuable connections and drive long-term success.
Powered by Guides for Brides
The UK Wedding Conference is organised by Guides for Brides, the UK's most trusted wedding planning platform. For over 30 years, Guides for Brides has connected couples with venues and suppliers while supporting wedding businesses through marketing, education, events and industry insight.
Together, we are committed to helping wedding businesses build stronger, more successful and more sustainable futures.
Testimonials from Previous Conferences
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"The conference provided such a valuable insight into so many aspects - pricing strategies, social media, website design, Google optimisation and more - tailored specifically for wedding industry professionals. A day extremely well spent to enable me to enhance my business in all these crucial areas. Thank you so much!"
Eleanor Gerrish, Designer Cakes by Elle
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"It was my first time attending the UK Wedding Conference and I found it very useful. The subjects were very current and relevant and the selected speakers were professionals in their field of expertise. The conference was well organised and good value for money."
Jodie Gray, Venue Owner
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"I signed up for the Conference at the last minute and I am so happy that I did! The Conference was an amazing experience for me as a rookie to the Wedding/Romance Industry. The speakers were well chosen and the information imparted was dynamic and impactful."
Kimberley Greenslade, Bahamas Tourist Office