{"id":318285,"date":"2022-05-13T13:07:08","date_gmt":"2022-05-13T12:07:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whimsicalwonderlandweddings.com\/?p=318285"},"modified":"2025-11-26T14:27:47","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T14:27:47","slug":"wedding-cake-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedissimo.com\/blog\/wedding-cake-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does A Wedding Cake Cost? With UK Average Price"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to the cost of wedding cakes in the UK<\/strong>, prices can really vary. So if you are about to set your wedding cake budget, allow me to share the average spend<\/strong> and what you can expect to pay for your sweet treats.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Hayley Baxter Photography<\/a> via Sperry Tent Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

What Is The Average<\/em> Wedding Cake Cost In The UK?<\/h2>\n

According to Bridebook’s January 2023 survey<\/a> of nearly 4000 UK couples the average wedding cake spend in 2022 was \u00a3304<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The most expensive average cost of a wedding cake was in London at \u00a3361<\/strong> and Yorkshire and the Humber was the cheapest at \u00a3251<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

According to their survey, 63% of couples hired a professional cake baker, therefore 32% of couples<\/strong> opted to DIY their wedding cake.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Emily & Steve Photography<\/a> via Floral Barn Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

How Much Does A Wedding Cake Cost<\/em> In The UK?<\/h2>\n

A wedding cake can cost as little as the ingredients if you are baking yourself, expect to pay \u00a350+ for good quality ingredients<\/strong> and iced decorations. Don’t forget to factor in equipment too.<\/p>\n

Supermarkets in the UK used to offer wedding cakes for sale, but currently, there aren’t any that are stocking them.<\/p>\n

However, there are some online companies that sell off-the-peg ready-to-order wedding cakes from \u00a360<\/strong> for a single-tier plain cake to \u00a3250+<\/strong> for larger serving sizes.<\/p>\n

To hire a professional wedding cake baker, expect to pay \u00a3350-1000+ for your wedding cake<\/strong>. Many factors will change the cost of a wedding cake, such as the size, style and location of your wedding\/cake designer.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Lauren Marchant Photography<\/a> via Trafalgar Tavern Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

Wedding Cake Cost Breakdown<\/em> By Serving Size<\/h2>\n

Let\u2019s dive into wedding cake costs by serving size<\/strong> and break down the costs a little more. I\u2019ve researched costs and used common sense here. These are estimated figures and when you receive real-life quotes they are likely to vary. But hopefully, this will give you a really good idea of what to expect.<\/p>\n

Please bear in mind these figures may change and may vary depending on many external factors. The cakes featured in the images are for illustrative purposes and are not related to the cake costs in the feature.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
Cake Serving Size<\/th>Minimum Price<\/th>You Could Spend<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
1 Tier - 50 Servings<\/td>\u00a3100<\/td>\u00a3450+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2 Tier - 50 Servings<\/td>\u00a3250<\/td>\u00a3650+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3 Tier - 100 Servings<\/td>\u00a3350<\/td>\u00a3800+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4 Tier - 150 Servings<\/td>\u00a3450<\/td>\u00a31000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5 Tier - 200 Servings<\/td>\u00a3600<\/td>\u00a31500+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

\"Wedding Photo: Ana Pastoria<\/a> via Quinta Da Fonte Fria Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

How To Reduce<\/em> Wedding Cake Price<\/h2>\n

There are many factors that change the price of a wedding cake, which is why it’s hard to give a firm estimate. Let’s face it, each and every wedding is unique<\/strong>, therefore so are the cakes.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf70 Cake Size<\/h3>\n

One of the perhaps more obvious factors is the size of a wedding cake changing the cost<\/strong>. Fundamentally, the bigger the cake, the larger the cost.<\/p>\n

Time to make the cake, as well as ingredient costs increase as the size gets larger.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Danielle Leslie Photography<\/a> via Netherdale House Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

\ud83d\ude0d Cake Design<\/h3>\n

The more complex a cake design and decoration<\/strong>, quite simply the more it will cost.<\/p>\n

Cheapest Cake Designs To The Most Expensive<\/h4>\n
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  1. Naked Wedding Cake<\/li>\n
  2. Semi-Naked Wedding Cake<\/li>\n
  3. Buttercream Wedding Cake<\/li>\n
  4. Simple Fondant Iced Cake (minimal decoration)<\/li>\n
  5. Complex Iced Cake (heavy decoration)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    So if you’re on a tight budget a naked wedding cake<\/a> may be perfect. But if you are looking for an amazing, intricate design with sugar flowers, patterns or textures, your budget will need to be on the larger end.<\/p>\n

    \"Wedding Photo: Jarek Lepak<\/a> via Burgundy Barn Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

    \u2600\ufe0f Location & Season<\/h3>\n

    The location of a. your wedding and b. your cake baker can determine the cost of your cake<\/strong>. A luxury cake designer with a beautiful shop in a city centre could mean your cake costs more.<\/p>\n

    However, a local, Facebook-based cake maker may mean you pay a little less. If your cake needs to travel more miles, there will be a delivery cost<\/strong> implication too.<\/p>\n

    The same goes for the season, getting married in high season<\/strong>; April-September and your cake could cost more due to demand.<\/p>\n

    \"Wedding Photo: Photography by Bea<\/a> via Soft Spring Wedding Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n

    \ud83c\udf53 Ingredients<\/h3>\n

    The higher quality of ingredients used to make your wedding cake, the higher the price will be. Especially if you are looking for luxurious sponge and buttercream flavours<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    \"Wedding Photo: H\u00e9! Capture<\/a> via Vibrant Multicolour Wedding Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n

    \u2728 Cutting Cake<\/h3>\n

    You could always have a cutting cake for show<\/strong> and then behind the scenes a delicious cake for guests to tuck in. That should save you some money as the main cake will then be smaller in size.<\/p>\n

    \"Wedding Photo: Joshua Rhys Photography<\/a> via Old Barn Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

    How To DIY A Wedding Cake To Save<\/em> Money<\/h2>\n

    It goes without saying that you don’t actually have to have a wedding cake<\/strong> at all if you don’t want one.<\/p>\n

    Alternatively, if you are on a really tight budget, here are some ideas to keep your cake spend under \u00a3200<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    \u26a1\ufe0f Alternative Cake Ideas<\/h3>\n

    I’ve seen couples have wedding cakes outside of the traditional tiered sponges such as:<\/p>\n