Is there a way to get a non-refundable deposit back?

A non-refundable deposit means you have agreed to lose that money if you cancel. That is the point of it: it secures the date and compensates the supplier for turning away other enquiries. There is no automatic legal route to get it back.

However, you can still ask. Suppliers sometimes refund or transfer a deposit if they can rebook your date, or if you move your wedding to another date with them. It costs nothing to ask, and being polite and clear about your situation helps.

If the supplier cancels on you, or fails to provide the agreed service, that is different. Then you may be entitled to a refund, and you should check your contract and the Consumer Rights Act. If you feel the deposit was taken unfairly, you can contact Citizens Advice or check GOV.UK for guidance on consumer rights.

Always read your contract before you pay. If the word "non-refundable" is there, assume you will not see that money again. If it is not written down, you have more room to negotiate.