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Ravens Ait Island

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Riverside venue on Ravens Ait Island, ideal for outdoor events and gatherings.
  • From £84 per person
  • 300 Theatre
  • Surbiton Station
  • From £84 per person
  • 300 Theatre
  • Surbiton Station
Ravens Ait is the only private island venue on the River Thames accessible exclusively by boat, offering complete exclusivity with stunning Hampton Court Palace views.
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  • State-of-the-art sound system
  • Outside decking area with furniture
  • Panoramic River Thames views
  • Hampton Court Palace proximity
  • Music allowed until 11:45PM
  • Outside DJ and decor permitted
  • Private island location accessible only by boat
  • Complimentary ferry collection and drop-off service
  • Marquee and lawns for outdoor ceremonies
  • Thames Suite and Britannia Suite for indoor options
  • Licensed for civil ceremonies
  • Fairy light canopy

We've got a simply majestic location just a stones throw from the Royal residence of Hampton Court Palace. With stunning panoramic views of the River Thames coupled with our beautiful landscaped lawns; Ravens Ait Island is a must for your Venue Shortlist!

Your day begins in style as you are collected by our private launch and transported across from the mainland and every detail is handled by your personal Co-ordinator. We are licensed to for civil ceremonies to be taken place in the Thames or Britannia Suite the Marquee is the perfect place for your wedding reception.

Frequently asked questions

Ravens Ait Island requires a minimum of 45 guests for all bookings due to the size of the rooms. For smaller weddings under 45 guests, they recommend their sister property Warren House Hotel which can accommodate intimate ceremonies for up to 30 guests with larger rooms available.

Wedding packages start from £70-£120 per guest depending on the menu selection and room choice. The Party Package includes event room hire (Marquee & Lawns or Thames Suite), meal service, welcome drink, complimentary ferry transport, and use of the island until midnight. Additional costs include bar service with a 10% discount on pre-ordered drinks.

Music is allowed until 11:45PM and all guests must vacate the island by midnight. These are firm house rules that apply to all events including weddings.

Ferry collection and drop-off is complimentary for all events. The venue operates a shuttle-style service with two boats running back and forth continuously, taking only 30-45 seconds to reach the island. For larger groups, they can arrange a 50-80 seater boat for one hour during guest arrival, subject to availability.

Outside DJ, band, and decor are allowed. However, the venue does not permit outside drinks, though management may approve up to 10 bottles of external wine for a £100 corkage fee inclusive of VAT. Outside catering policies are not clearly specified in available information.

A 50% deposit is required to secure the date if the event is within 6 months. All dates are secured on a first-come, first-served basis, and the venue cannot hold dates during the consultation period.

The venue is licensed for civil ceremonies in the Thames Suite or Britannia Suite. Reception options include the Marquee & Lawns for larger celebrations, or the Thames Suite & Patio for smaller gatherings. The venue also features front lawns perfect for wedding photography and group shots.

Ravens Ait Island does not have on-site accommodation, but they recommend nearby partner hotels including Warren House Hotel, Hampton Suites, and Crowne Plaza Surbiton. Guests must arrange their own accommodation at these external properties.

Wedding catering includes various menu options from finger food and BBQ buffets to 3-course plated meals and Indian buffet options. Packages can include canapés (2-3 per guest), welcome drinks (Prosecco or juice/chai), and wine service (half bottle per guest with meals). Specific menus like Classic, Platinum, and Diamond options are available.

Yes, the venue can accommodate both ceremony and reception on the same day. They are licensed for civil ceremonies in their indoor suites, and the Marquee provides the perfect space for wedding receptions. The venue offers exclusive use of the island for your celebration.

More about Ravens Ait Island

Raven's Ait is the only island on the River Thames in Surbiton that can only be accessed by boat. With views of Hampton court and only 17 minutes from Waterloo, London. It is the perfect place to hold all types of events such as - wedding reception, unusual events, private dining, birthday parties, summer parties, Christmas parties, meetings, away days, conferences, gala dinners, presentations, marriage ceremonies, team building, training days offsite meetings, garden games on our front lawn the list is endless. Raven's Ait is such a unique space for so many types of events.