How can we save money?

Sharing platters and street-food style can cost less than a plated three courses. Use one caterer for the day and evening food to get a package price. Trim the evening guest list or offer one hearty evening dish.

How much does wedding catering cost?

Q: What affects the price?

Price per head and the number of guests. Style – sit-down, sharing platters, buffet, hog roast or street food. Staff, crockery and equipment hire. Drinks packages and corkage.

£5,406

The average UK couple spends £5,406 on the wedding breakfast (reception meal). Evening food averaged a further £2,002, according to the Bridebook UK Wedding Report 2026 (7,000 newly married and planning couples).

That's about 26.2% of the average UK wedding budget of £20,604.

What affects the price?

Price per head and the number of guests
Style – sit-down, sharing platters, buffet, hog roast or street food
Staff, crockery and equipment hire
Drinks packages and corkage

Ways to save

Sharing platters and street-food style can cost less than a plated three courses
Use one caterer for the day and evening food to get a package price
Trim the evening guest list or offer one hearty evening dish

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Source: Bridebook UK Wedding Report 2026 – average spend reported by 7,000 newly married and planning couples. Prices from suppliers on Wedding UK are their own starting prices and may change; always ask for a quote.