My Guide to London Wedding Venues 

Being a wedding photographer in London is honestly one of the best gigs ever. London’s got such vibrancy that just makes every wedding feel special. Whether it’s in a warehouse, gallery space, old chapel or a London boozer, there’s always so much to capture. 

 

London is the perfect place to get hitched and have photos. With stunning spots like Primrose Hill or St Pancras (my favourite building ever!) or the vibrant markets or the brutalist Barbican…the list goes on. So I’ve put together some of my hints and tips for finding your perfect London Wedding Venue along with featuring some of my faves. 

Simply put, I’ve got a treasure trove of backdrops to work with. I love getting creative, finding those unique spots, and making the city’s architecture a part of the couple’s artistic photographs. Personally I love the blend of old and new adding so much character to my shots, reflecting the couple’s journey in this ever-evolving city.

So grab a cuppa, and let’s find you the perfect London Wedding Venue for you. Whether you’re planning something traditional, something a bit quirky, or you’re just planning a quick visit to the Town Hall, my London wedding guide can help you find your ultimate wedding venue. 

 

 

Hints & Tips for fab London Weddings

Planning a wedding in London is a dream for many couples, with its iconic landmarks, stunning venues, and vibrant culture. As a wedding photographer, I have had the privilege of capturing numerous beautiful weddings in this magnificent city. Here are some valuable hints and tips to ensure your London wedding is as brill as poss!

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Bit dull but don't underestimate the volume of traffic! Consider a Routemaster or iconic black cabs to get your guests to your party and definitely book in advance.

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London is packed full of unique venues - go for somewhere that resonates with the two of you be that your favourite restaurant or a venue in an area you love.

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Embrace the chaos of London - it'll add loads of charm and colour to your wedding portraits.

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If you are travelling in between venues should you pop in some flats? Which let's face it will probably come in useful on the dance floor too.

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Check out the brilliant suppliers I have worked with over the last 13 years that'll help make your wedding day and the time leading up to it - excellent!

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Be wholeheartedly, unapologetically you. Nothing is obligatory at a wedding so if the thought of it is making you twitchy - then ditch it.

Bride running along road at wedding venue in Aberdeen

LONDON WEDDING VENUE GUIDE

UNION CLUB, SOHO

Billed as Soho’s best kept secret, the Union Club is a stunning space for a laid back, alternative London wedding. The place oozes character and feels like home, with cosy sofas and art all over the walls.

A 300 year old Soho town house and a private members club, this place feels really special. The Union Club is in the heart of Soho, lovingly looked after and decorated with French street lights, modern and antique furniture and an eclectic art collection. You can get ready onsite in the Channing Room, and then say your vows in the first floor Dining Room.

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • Good for small weddings
  • Getting Ready room
  • Seats 70 for ceremony
  • Celebration space holds up to 100

50 GREEK STREET, W1D 4EQ

PRINCE ALBERT, CAMDEN

Eclectic London pub full of character and history set in the heart of Camden. And it boasts it’s own beer garden for sunny days and it’s one of my standout faves. 

Weddings at The Prince Albert are relaxed, down to earth and come with a warm welcome, pint in hand! It’s a lovely sized venue with indoor and outdoor space. The place is all yours for the day which gives you and your wedding guests time to feel at home! The dining room is elegant and understated, a lovely blank canvas for different wedding styles.

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • Perfect for laid back weddings
  • Fully licensed for ceremonies
  • Seats 80 for dinner
  • LGBTQ friendly
Emma and her eight bridesmaids (and two babies) in shades of red, orange and hot pink outside the Prince Albert in Camden, London. They're holding bouquets of orange and yellow flowers with lots of foliage and bright ribbons. Credit Jordanna Marston.

163 Royal College Street
London NW1 0SG

Bride Emma and groom Pete getting ready to dance at their alternative pub wedding in Camden while guests cheer and whistle. Emma's wearing a boho chic summer wedding dress and Pete is in a waistcoat, braces and orange tie. Credit Jordanna Marston Photography.

100 BARRINGTON

Situated in Brixton, 100 Barrington is a former Victorian warehouse turned wedding venue that retains it’s industrial feel but with added chandeliers, arches, leather sofas, and a stunning glass pergola.

Licensed for ceremonies, you can do the entire wedding here and is big enough for all your guests. Get married indoors or outdoors, and make it your own. You can even hire their  Aperol VW or Beer Pong Table!

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • Good for larger weddings
  • Dry hire available
  • Seats 120 seated
  • Can cater up to 190 standing.

100 Barrington Road, SW9 7JF

TRINITY BUOY WHARF

It’s a lighthouse! In the city! Yes you read that right. Trinity Buoy Wharf. The historic Chain and Buoy Store venue is a Grade II listed brick building on the banks of the river Thames in East London. Built in 1864, and connected to London’s only Lighthouse, it’s a large Victorian warehouse space with brick walls and original wooden beams, feature sliding doors, alcoves and curved windows perfect for people who are looking for an alternative style of wedding. 

And you can arrive by boat! It’s big enough to accommodate a huge gathering, and has a riverside terrace for sunny days,. 

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • Industrial vibes
  • Fully licensed for ceremonies
  • Can cater up to 600 people!
  • Arrive by boat
Emma and her eight bridesmaids (and two babies) in shades of red, orange and hot pink outside the Prince Albert in Camden, London. They're holding bouquets of orange and yellow flowers with lots of foliage and bright ribbons. Credit Jordanna Marston.

64 Orchard Place
Poplar
E14 0JW

Bride Emma and groom Pete getting ready to dance at their alternative pub wedding in Camden while guests cheer and whistle. Emma's wearing a boho chic summer wedding dress and Pete is in a waistcoat, braces and orange tie. Credit Jordanna Marston Photography.

MARYLEBONE TOWN HALL

Iconic venue, right in the heart of Westminster, with seven ceremony rooms. Some spaces are modern and others charmingly old fashioned (with wonderful, town hall gravitas in spades!) You can’t add styling touches to the rooms, but you can be the life and soul of your day!

Bang in the middle of the city, the town hall is really easy to get to by public transport and there’s a car park across the road. It can be exceptionally busy at weekends but the wedding ushers are awesome at organising each wedding so it runs on time. 

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • Perfect for small weddings or elopements
  • Weddings & Civil Partnerships
  • Public transport links nearby
  • Can seat up to 100 in the Westminster Room

Westminster Council House

97-113 Marylebone Road, NW1 5PT

HACKNEY TOWN HALL

Art deco grandeur in the heart of Hackney. A stones throw from London Fields and Hackney Central stations, this award winning venue boasts five wedding spaces, including the original Assembly Hall. 

There are so many choices that it’s hard to oick a space at this venue. The Atriums offer lots of natural light and standing room for 500, or choose the Boardroom for a smaller wedding. Theres something for every size wedding 

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • Lots of spaces to choose from
  • Fully licensed for ceremonies
  • Can cater up to 500 people!
  • Also great for small weddings
Emma and her eight bridesmaids (and two babies) in shades of red, orange and hot pink outside the Prince Albert in Camden, London. They're holding bouquets of orange and yellow flowers with lots of foliage and bright ribbons. Credit Jordanna Marston.

Mare Street
E8 1EA

ISLINGTON TOWN HALL

With a stately entrance, grand staircase and tiled floors, the art deco vibe at Islington Town Hall brings all the grandeur you could want for your London city wedding ceremony. 

There are 7 ceremony rooms, including the Council Chamber resplendent with red carpet, vaulted ceiling and stained glass. Whether you’re eloping or having 85 guests, there’s a ceremony room for you. Exclusive use of the Town Hall is available on Sundays by special arrangement.  Highbury and Islington Station are both a five minute walk away. 

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • Perfect for small weddings or elopements
  • Weddings & Civil Partnerships
  • Public transport links nearby
  • Can seat up to 80

Upper Street
N1 2UD

CLAPTON COUNTRY CLUB

Former tram shed turned wedding venue in the heart of East London. Industrial ambience built from reclaimed and recycled materials that were skip-surfed and pavement-plundered to be up-cycled to the most dramatic effect. 

With a seated capacity of 140 and a maximum of 220 standing, it’s plenty big for a huge celebration, and the kitchen focuses on organic, biodynamic and sustainability. 

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • Industrial style
  • Fully licensed for civil ceremonies
  • Can cater up to 220 people
  • Focus on sustainability
Emma and her eight bridesmaids (and two babies) in shades of red, orange and hot pink outside the Prince Albert in Camden, London. They're holding bouquets of orange and yellow flowers with lots of foliage and bright ribbons. Credit Jordanna Marston.
38-40 Upper Clapton Road
E5 8BQ

WILTON'S MUSIC HALL

RIBA award winning Grade II Listed Music Hall with a ton of history in the heart of the East End. If you fancy getting hitched in te same space where they filmed Chaplin, Sherlock Holmes, and Muppets Most Wanted, this is the place for you. 

Smaller weddings (up to 20 seated) can take place in Champagne Charlie, whilst the Majestic Hall, with its original wooden flooring, twisted barley sugar columns and distressed walls, offers the most magical setting for larger wedding ceremonies. Outside is just as gorgeous with spaces for great photos. 

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • A ton of history
  • Space to get ready
  • Up to 144 seated capacity
  • Exclusive use available

Grace’s Alley
E1 8JB

Wiltons.org.uk

WOODBERRY WETLANDS

A Grade II listed former Coal House sitting on an 11-hectare nature reserve, just a short distance from the city and yet surrounded by sweeping riverbeds, wildflower meadows and reservoirs. 

Say I do outdoors in The Woodberry Wetlands just ten minutes from central London, or indoors in the Coal House. You can celebrate outdoors under the canopy, or in the Coal House and Roof Terrace, 

 

AT A GLANCE

 

  • Indoor or outdoor ceremony
  • Fully licensed for civil ceremonies
  • Can cater up to 120 people
  • Exclusive use of Coal House and Roof Terrace
Emma and her eight bridesmaids (and two babies) in shades of red, orange and hot pink outside the Prince Albert in Camden, London. They're holding bouquets of orange and yellow flowers with lots of foliage and bright ribbons. Credit Jordanna Marston.

wildlondon.org.uk

More London Wedding Venues

CAMDEN TOWN HALL

ORLEANS HOUSE

BARBICAN CONSERVATORY

STOKE NEWINGTON TOWN HALL

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My work kinda reflects what the inside of my head looks like: rainbow-bright colours, fireworks going off, wedding guests bouncing around to 80s funk, and at least three people laughing and/or crying.  If that’s the kinda thing that floats your boat, then let’s get together and have a chat.Â