Take a look through these and see which venues fit the bill. Not quite there? You could try widening your search, or take a look at our Journal if you need a bit of inspiration.
The most important thing to think about when it comes to choosing your wedding venue, is you. Your parents, friends or family may want something specific for you – but if you don’t want it, it shouldn’t be what you have.
The number one rule for eve weddings: what the Bride and Groom say goes.
Think about your key criteria: perhaps you’re choosing a wedding venue in London for the riverside views, convenient transport options or just because you love it – either way, stick to this criteria. Do you need a licensed venue? Outdoor or indoor? Work out what’s important to you and your venue to have and don’t budge.
Palace, poolside, museum… eve can help you find that stuff-of-dreams wedding venue in London. We can even help organise the whole package for you: the ceremony, catering and on-site facilities and, to whet your appetite, how about a private menu tasting for two? It’s all part of the package.
Our hand-picked selection of London wedding venues are each unique in their own way: eve loves venues with a story. From the British Medical Association HQ and historical Livery Halls to museums and previously private residences, all of our venues have unbeatable views of iconic London and those all-important transport links.
eve is a venue finder covering London’s most iconic spaces. Our portfolio includes everything from historic Livery Halls and museums, houses and HQs to contemporary, bright riverside venues. It’s the job of our experienced in-house event managers and wedding planners to help couples find their perfect wedding venue in London.
Not for couples.
Yes! When you book a venue with eve, you get your own wedding planner, too. That’s the best thing about eve: we don’t just find venues, we help you shape your whole day.
Of course. It’s your day – do it how you want! We will always advocate for that. If you’ve got a specific planner that you would like to use, we’ll help you find the perfect wedding venue in London for your day and hand everything over from there.
Please get in touch with us and we’ll help you figure out whether the venue(s) you’ve got your eye on is suitable and available on your chosen date. Ask eve
Most of our wedding venues are licensed for wedding ceremonies, though not all of them. You might find it helpful to refer to our wedding venue brochure which details which of our venues are licensed – or give us a ring and we’ll give you plenty of info on your chosen venue or help you narrow down your search if you’re still looking.
Every eve venue has a list of recommended suppliers that know the ins and outs of each space (and we can rest assured that they’re the best of the best) but you may stray from this if there is something you really want for your wedding. The only thing we do ask is that you use CH&Co for catering. eve is part of CH&Co – an independent hospitality caterer – but they’re super experienced and industry-renowned for being the bee’s knees, so…
Many of our venues offer exclusive hire, but some aren’t able to do this – ask eve. Old Royal Naval College, for example, is a London landmark and we are therefore not able to close it off from the public (it’s a historic masterpiece, don’t you know)
All eve wedding venues in London have disabled access, apart from Dartmouth House, which has no lift access in the building. We have, however, used the lift in the adjoining hotel in the past.
All eve venues are ‘Covid-safe’ in line with government guidelines as they evolve. Please refer to our latest guidelines for having your wedding with an eve venue, which also outlines everything we’re doing to keep you, your suppliers and ourselves safe.
The cancellation policy will vary venue to venue so be sure to check this when you make your booking, just in case.
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Tucked away on one of London’s oldest streets, Founders’ Hall is one of London’s hidden gem wedding venues. It’s distinctly contemporary and entirely exclusive, giving your wedding party full access to the venue’s unique mix of rooms. With metal-clad doors and grand porthole windows, you won’t find a similar London wedding venue.
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Ironmongers’ Hall brings a countryside feeling to a central London location with a Tudor style hall, magnificent staircase, charming courtyard and fountain – and an impressive history to match. It’s a licensed wedding venue in London (for civil marriage and civil partnership ceremonies) and is available for exclusive hire.
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This grade II listed wedding venue in London is conveniently located with a mix of modern and traditional rooms, guarunteeing flexibility. Classic charm meets contemporary facilities, making 113 Chancery Lane particularly popular within TV and film. The venue’s period features include stained glass, mahogany panelling and the building’s pillared portico.
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As the social and intellectual home of some of the nation’s most iconic and greatest thinkers and activists, RSA House is inspiring, historic and quintessentially British. With a domed glass roof, secluded underground vaults and impressive paintings adorning the walls of The Great Room, it’s no surprise that this is where Alexander Graham Bell first presented the invention of the telephone. This wedding venue in London is full of finer details, with 11 rooms providing everything from Georgian grandeur to modern style – and if you can’t make up your mind, you can book the whole house. Luxurious!
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RIBA is a step back in time in the heart of the capital. Floor-to-ceiling windows and unusual etched glass doors alongside a roof terrace and space for a dancefloor make the Royal Institute of British Architects HQ a unique find. Original 1930s fixtures combined with art deco features make this a light, bright wedding venue in London.
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As the only building to remain standing whilst those around it fell during the Blitz, 41 Portland Place brings a powerful message to the start of a marriage. Originally designed as a private residence and now an impressive Georgian wedding venue, the building oozes elegance amongst a number of versatile event spaces available for hire both individually and collectively.
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With an exclusive crown estate location on Carlton House Terrace, Prince Philip House is a Grade I listed building full of sophistication. Weekend hire means exclusivity, and the wedding photography options are astounding with a terrace overlooking the London Eye, St James’ Park and The Mall. The original sweeping staircase provides even more photo opportunities alongside the pristinely presented rooms – of which there are seven.
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Overlooking the Mall and St James’ Park, The Royal Society is a conveniently located, historic wedding venue in London. Each of the 12 spaces are elegant in their own way, from walls adorned with books to sky-high ceilings, classic artwork and the grandeur the marble hall provides – plus the flexibility for anything from 10-800 guests.
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One of the few remaining ancient Livery Halls in London, Stationers’ Hall is a Grade I listed wedding venue in London built after the Great Fire of London. It’ full of character, charm and history, with gleaming oak flooring, carved oak panelling, stained glass windows – and it’s just a stone’ throw from St Paul’s Cathedral. The venue’s Court Room is dominated by an 18th century carved mantelpiece and allows guests to take the wrought iron staircase out to the garden.
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The Royal Society of Chemistry shares its postcode with Fortnum and Mason’s and The Ritz – and it shows. From the elegant Council Room to the impressive, working scientific Library, classic meets contemporary with six flexible rooms over two floors (also available for private hire as a suite) and high-tech facilities.
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Neoclassical splendour meets modern day tech in one of London’s most central venues. Interiors are elegant and ornate across four event spaces providing flexibility for you to choose the perfect room for your day or combine them together to give you space for up to 550 guests. The Great Hall’s glittering chandeliers were made for wedding day magic – and there’s plenty of room for dancing.
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Old Royal Naval College is a historic masterpiece. Without a doubt one of the most impressive riverside wedding venues in London, it’s a British landmark in the heat of historic Greenwich, accessible from central London by boat. The Admiral’s House is light and bright with double-height ceilings, refined wooden panelling and is not open to the public, so is exclusively yours. The Painted Hall is as opulent as it gets: 40,000 square feet of walls and tall ceilings covered in striking paintings – and those are just two of the rooms available.
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Built to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria, it’s no wonder this wedding venue in London has a stately feel. Grade II listed and set in the tranquil green surroundings of Deans Yard, Church House Westminster boasts impressive views of Westminster Abbey and a number of transport links. Close to Big Ben, St James’ Park and the Houses of Parliament, it’s as central as it gets. 19 versatile event spaces mean there’s something for every couple – sophistication guaranteed.
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Originally a private residence then a military hospital, Dartmouth House is a wedding venue with a whole lot of history. Now, it’s a home away from home in the form of an elegant Mayfair mansion, with tasteful décor, a grand marble staircase and private courtyard for French Chateau feels. Its grade II listed status is no surprise thanks to its rococo opulence and, licensed for civil ceremonies, you couldn’t ask much more from a wedding venue in London.
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Clothworkers’ Hall is home to one of the Great Twelve City Livery Companies, set within the Square Mile, versatile and exclusive. The moment you step into the private courtyard the ambience is obvious – and your wedding venue should give you that! The art deco-style entrance hall, grand marble staircase and stained-glass windows continue the historic opulence throughout: impressive wedding photos guaranteed.
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One of the oldest of London’s twelve Livery Halls, Coopers’ Hall is steeped in history. As a wedding venue in London’s Devonshire Square, it’s well-hidden and discreetly tucked away, making it surprisingly peaceful considering its central London location. The pre-Georgian townhouse is best suited to intimate events as one of London’s smallest Livery Halls, but has the grandeur that you would expect. A spiral staircase spanning the height of the house, an ornate fireplace dressed with church candles, historic artwork and that entrance lobby: there’s a reason this is an eve favourite.
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Five acres of perfectly maintained park in the City? When it comes to wedding venues in London, Gray’s Inn is the ultimate hidden treasure. If you’re looking for a venue with enough character to not have to decorate vastly, this could be ‘the one’: the Hall features a vaulted ceiling, wood panelling and large stained glass windows dating back to the 15th century, whilst ‘The Walks’ – the venue’s outside event space – is a peaceful oasis in the heart of the City, accessible via iron gates, equipped with a marquee and entirely private. In fact, this is one of the largest private gardens London has to offer.
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Easy, breezy and with views to-die-for, OXO2 has an impressive vibe as soon as you walk into it. Located on the second floor of the iconic OXO Tower, the venue overlooks the River Thames providing unbeatable views from London’s South Bank and the décor inside is a haven of contemporary luxury. This wedding venue in London is understated, atmospheric, impressive – and licensed.
