Best dates for a wedding and honeymoon in 2025

Research from leading UK jeweller Diamonds Factory has revealed the best dates to book your wedding and honeymoon in 2025 in order to get as much time off as possible.

Online searches for 2025 weddings have leapt by 916% this year, meanwhile searches for honeymoons skyrocketed by 15,247% during the same period. 

As couples consider weddings and honeymoons for next year, Diamonds Factory analysis has revealed the best days to book your wedding ceremony which will maximise your annual leave for the honeymoon.   

 

The Top 4 Wedding Dates for 2025  

Diamonds Factory analysis has found that May is the best month to get married in 2025, with two possible options for guests to enjoy four consecutive days off from just one day of annual leave. 

If you are looking to avoid guests having to take any annual leave, then a wedding over Easter weekend provides the chance for invitees to enjoy four days off without taking any leave.  

Wedding Date	Consecutive Days Off	Days Leave Required
18/04/2025	4 (18th, 19th, 20th, 21st)	0
02/05/2025	4 (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th)	1
23/05/2025	4 (23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th)	1
22/08/2025	4 (22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th)	1

 

 

12 days off for 6 days leave: The best dates to honeymoon in 2025 revealed 

Newlyweds could consider an Easter or Christmas getaway to honeymoon, with April 12th-27th 2025 offering the chance to enjoy 16 consecutive days off from just eight days of annual leave.  

December 20th-31st 2025 is another alternative for couples wishing to honeymoon next year, with the chance to enjoy 12 days of holiday from six days of annual leave. 

For people looking to use a little less leave, both May and August offer the opportunity to enjoy nine days off from less than a week of annual leave. 

2025  Dates	Consecutive Days Off	Days Leave Required
12th-27th April	16	8
20th-31st December	12	6
3rd-11th May	9	4
23rd-31st August	9	4

 

 

Expert provides tips on choosing a wedding ring for 2025 

Ella Citron-Thompkins, Jewellery Expert from Diamonds Factory, comments: 

“Wedding rings are the ultimate symbol of everlasting love and commitment, so finding the perfect ring is an important task. When considering how much to spend, there are rings to suit any budget, with the average wedding ring costing between £100- £3000.

“Eternity rings are one of the most popular styles, and their simple design is classic and elegant, symbolising eternal love. 

“If you’re looking to add a little extra sparkle to your ring finger, then a diamond wedding ring is popular with both women and men. Diamond wedding rings are perfect for couples who are looking for a more luxurious option, and Diamonds Factory’s lab-grown diamonds provide a more affordable and sustainable option.”