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When to use this calculator
- When you need a fast estimate before making a bigger decision.
- When you want to compare a few scenarios using the same assumptions.
- When you need a clearer starting point before using a detailed quote or formal document.
- When you want to sanity-check a figure you have seen elsewhere.
A worked example
These are the example figures the calculator opens with.
| Input | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Budget (£) | £20,000 |
| Number of Guests | 80 |
For those figures the calculator returns:
- Venue: £6,000.00
- Catering: £7,000.00
- Photography: £2,000.00
- Per guest (catering): £87.50
Method & assumptions
This calculator helps couples estimate their total wedding budget by entering costs across all major categories. Figures are based on typical UK supplier pricing structures, including venue hire, catering per head, bar packages, and supplier day rates. You can adjust guest numbers to see how per-head costs affect the overall total.
The calculator does not include honeymoon costs, engagement ring, pre-wedding events such as hen or stag parties, or post-wedding name-change fees. It assumes a single UK ceremony and reception on the same day. All figures are in GBP and are indicative only — always get written quotes from suppliers before budgeting firmly.
Common mistakes
- Using optimistic assumptions without testing a more cautious scenario.
- Comparing outputs from different tools without checking that the inputs match.
- Treating the result as a final quote instead of a planning estimate.
- Rounding inputs too aggressively.
What to do next
- Try at least one more scenario so you can compare a realistic range.
- Use the related calculators below to cross-check the decision from another angle.
- Write down the key outputs from your best scenarios before you decide.
- If the result surprises you, change one input at a time to isolate the driver.