Weddings at Prince Philip House

Prince Philip House can accommodate up to 120 guests for weddings. The venue offers versatile spaces that can be configured for both ceremonies and receptions, with the Al Qasimi room accommodating up to 120 for seated dinners and 180 in theatre style for ceremonies.

Room hire varies by space and timing. The Al Qasimi room costs £4,600 + VAT for daytime hire (9am-5pm) and £2,000 + VAT for evening hire (6pm-11pm). Ground floor rooms like the National Grid and David Sainsbury cost £2,400 + VAT for 9am-5pm, with evening reception packages starting from £3,000 + VAT for 6pm-10pm.

Yes, minimum catering spends apply and vary by room. The Al Qasimi room requires a minimum spend of £4,000-£4,950 + VAT depending on guest numbers. Ground floor rooms require £1,000-£1,250 + VAT minimum spend. External catering is not permitted - all food must be provided by the in-house catering partner, Company of Cooks.

Yes, Prince Philip House offers access to beautiful outdoor spaces including the terrace overlooking The Mall, Waterloo West Gardens, and Stirling Square Gardens. Garden packages start from £110 + VAT per person with minimum numbers of 50-70 guests depending on the space. Crown Estate approval is required for garden use, and events must end by 9pm.

The Al Qasimi room includes state-of-the-art technology: high-definition projector with 3m screen, 6m x 2m staging, 98″ plasma screen, integrated video camera and audio bar for 4K streaming, comprehensive audio package with one microphone, ClickShare/HDMI connectivity, and multifunctional LED wall lighting. Additional microphones and extended technical support incur extra charges.

Wedding reception packages vary by space and guest count. Evening reception packages start from £53 + VAT per person (minimum 140 guests) including room hire, nibbles, two hours unlimited drinks, and audio package. Garden packages range from £110-£130 + VAT per person including canapés or bowl food, three hours unlimited drinks, and wet weather backup rooms.

Garden events must end by 9pm due to Crown Estate regulations. Indoor spaces can be hired until 11pm for evening events. For outdoor spaces, only unamplified string duos or quartets are permitted for background music, or outdoor speaker hire is available. Full PA systems are available for indoor ceremonies and receptions.

Room hire includes basic AV equipment, self-service cloakroom, and standard staffing. Additional costs include: extra microphones (£75 + VAT), manned cloakroom (£500 + VAT), extended technical support, garden licenses for outdoor spaces, and any decorative lighting or special requirements. All catering and drinks must be purchased through the venue's in-house partner.

Yes, Prince Philip House can accommodate both ceremonies and receptions. The Al Qasimi room works well for ceremonies with theatre-style seating for up to 180 guests, while the adjoining ERA Foundation room provides space for drinks and catering. Multiple room combinations are available, and the venue offers seamless transitions between ceremony and reception spaces.

The venue offers flexible proposals that can be adjusted for specific needs and budgets. Site visits can be arranged to view the spaces, and the sales team provides 3D virtual tours. The venue will provisionally hold dates while couples consider their options, though specific deposit and payment timeline details would need to be confirmed directly with the venue.