How Much is a UK Wedding Planner?

Why pricing varies wildly—and why your planner should be one of your biggest investments

If you’ve started researching UK wedding planners, you might have noticed a slightly baffling trend: the prices are all over the place. One planner charges £1,500 for full planning; another starts at £12,000. What gives?

Here’s the truth: there’s a huge disparity in the UK wedding planning industry when it comes to pricing—and it’s confusing for couples, frustrating for planners, and often leads to mismatched expectations.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Let’s unpack what’s really going on behind the scenes—and more importantly, how to recognise the value of a planner who will not only meet your expectations, but elevate your entire wedding experience.

So, what does a wedding planner cost in the UK?

On average, a professional wedding planner will charge around 10–15% of your overall wedding budget, typically on top of your planning budget. This reflects the time, skill, and labour involved—on average, it takes around 300 hours to plan a wedding from start to finish.

This figure didn’t come out of thin air. It’s rooted in experience. Years of planning complex, high-touch weddings has taught us exactly what it takes to bring everything together with precision, creativity, and calm control.

So when you see planners charging a flat fee of £1,500 or £2,000 for full planning, it raises a very real question: how are they covering 300+ hours of work at that rate?

And if they can’t run their own business sustainably, how will they manage the intricacies of yours?

Why is there such a disparity?

The wedding industry isn’t regulated. That means anyone can call themselves a planner, regardless of whether they’ve ever produced a wedding.

Some are just starting out. Some are hobbyists. Some are stylists who don’t handle logistics. Some offer “planning” that’s really just a few check-in calls and a timeline template.

There’s nothing wrong with any of that—as long as you understand what you’re paying for.

But if you're investing tens of thousands (or more) into your wedding, you need someone who knows how to steer that investment wisely, expertly, and efficiently. That’s not going to come from a rock-bottom price.

Why your planner should be one of your biggest investments

Let’s be clear: your planner is the one making sure every other part of your wedding functions seamlessly.

They are the ones:

• Researching, vetting, and booking the right suppliers

• Managing contracts, budgets, and timelines

• Guiding the design and ensuring a cohesive vision

• Troubleshooting problems before they even reach you

• Orchestrating every moving part so the day flows beautifully

  
  

They’re not a nice-to-have—they’re the producer of the entire experience.

If you’re willing to invest in beautiful florals, a stunning venue, or that dream photographer, then you need the right person at the centre of it all, making it work together.

Think of your wedding planner like a producer

Would you expect a Hollywood film to come together without a producer? No way. They’re the glue—the logistics mastermind, creative lead, and crisis manager all rolled into one.

That’s your planner.

This is not the time to shop for the cheapest price. It’s not a bargain-hunting exercise. It’s an investment in peace of mind, quality, and delivery. It’s about handing over your vision to someone who knows how to make it happen—properly.

My approach

I work with couples who want something meaningful, creative, and effortlessly elevated. Design-led, not overdone. Beautifully planned and executed with calm professionalism and joy.

I only take on a handful of weddings per year, which means I can dedicate the time and focus each one deserves.

My services start at:

• Full Planning — from £12,000

• Partial Planning — from £8,000

• Design & Styling — from £6,000

• On-the-Day Coordination — from £4,000

  
  

These fees are based on years of real-world experience. They reflect the hours involved, the relationships I bring to the table, and the results I consistently deliver.

The bottom line

Your wedding planner isn’t just another supplier—they’re the foundation everything else rests on. A good, experienced planner will protect your time, your investment, your sanity, and your overall experience.

They’ll bring together the right suppliers, hold your hand through the emotional rollercoaster, keep things on track, and deliver something truly unforgettable—with grace, grit, and gorgeous results.

If that sounds like what you need, I’d love to hear from you.

👉 [Get in touch here] to schedule a consultation and explore how we can bring your wedding vision to life—beautifully, intentionally, and without the overwhelm.