Dreaming of a London wedding that makes the most of long, golden evenings and fragrant gardens? We’ve handpicked six stunning venues with glorious outdoor spaces for sun-soaked ceremonies, al fresco receptions and seamless fallbacks if the weather has ideas of its own. From hidden courtyards to sweeping lawns, these spots bring summer magic to the heart of the city.
1. BMA House
Set in leafy Bloomsbury, BMA House pairs Lutyens grandeur with breezy summer charm. Exchange vows flooded with natural light, then flow straight onto the sun-dappled Courtyard and tranquil Botanical Garden for golden-hour fizz, photos and mingling. The Paget and Snow Rooms offer floor-to-ceiling windows and direct garden access, while the Great Hall overlooks the Courtyard and is licensed for ceremonies. With capacities up to 320 and Gold Green Tourism credentials, it’s polished, planet-kind and brilliantly central.
Location: Bloomsbury
Capacity: 320 Reception
2. Omved Gardens
Hidden between Archway and Highgate, Omved Gardens is a dreamy urban oasis for sunlit vows and relaxed, al fresco celebrating. Wander lawns, meadows and ponds for golden-hour photos, then glide into the light-filled Glasshouse and Indoor Barn for a gorgeous vegetarian feast, with up to 70 seated and space for music and dancing. The open-plan kitchen brings theatre to dining, while the seamless indoor-outdoor flow gives a chic weather-proof plan. Plus, Highgate station is a stroll away, keeping arrivals easy for Londoners and out-of-town guests.
Location: Archway / Highgate
Capacity: 100 Reception
3. Chiswick House and Gardens
Tucked away in West London, Chiswick House & Gardens marries 18th‑century splendour with 65 acres of sun‑kissed lawns, lakes and woodland walks. Exchange vows beneath ornate ceilings in the villa, then spill into the Italianate Inner Courtyard for confetti, cocktails and golden‑hour photos, or host a chic reception on the Forecourt with the House as your backdrop and the rear lawn offering dreamy lake views.
Planning a bigger bash? The purpose‑built Garden Pavilion opens its clear sides onto the lawns, bringing the outside in for effortless dining and dancing (200 seated, 300 for a reception). Neutral ivory linings suit any palette, while neighbouring lawns invite garden seating, lawn games and fizz in the sunshine—plus you’ve a smart, weather‑proof fallback if the forecast turns coy.
Location: Chiswick
Capacity: 300 Reception
4. Horniman Museum and Gardens
Perched in leafy Forest Hill, the Horniman Museum and Gardens brings summer romance by the armful. Set within 16.5 acres of landscaped grounds with sweeping London skyline views, its Grade II listed Victorian Bandstand makes an idyllic spot for intimate open‑air vows (up to 50), framed by trees and birdsong.
For bigger celebrations, the elegant Victorian Conservatory hosts up to 120 for ceremonies and wedding breakfasts, with the terrace perfect for al fresco fizz and the adjacent Wedding Garden made for golden‑hour photos. Prefer a contemporary feel or a weather‑proof plan? The modern Pavilion keeps the indoor‑outdoor flow effortless.
Location: Forest Hill
Capacity: 120 Reception
5. Six Park Place
Tucked behind The Ritz in St James’s, Six Park Place blends Grade I heritage with a breezy Garden overlooking Green Park. Say ‘I do’ amid fragrant borders and a tranquil water feature, then toast on the lawn before moving inside to the Hall of India for elegant dining and dancing.
With spaces for 20–180 guests and a seamless indoor–outdoor flow, it’s made for sun‑drenched celebrations, complete with alfresco menus from the grill, stone‑baked pizzas and a dedicated Garden Bar. And if the weather wobbles, there’s a stylish plan B ready to keep the day running beautifully.
Location: St James's
Capacity: 180 Reception
6. Fulham Palace
Set beside the Thames in Fulham, Fulham Palace brings country‑house romance to the city with 13 acres of botanical gardens and exclusive‑use privacy. Host your ceremony in the characterful historic rooms, then sweep out through ancient archways to the red‑brick Courtyard for fountain‑side fizz and dinner beneath the stars.
Planning a larger guest list? The secluded Walled Garden can welcome up to 500 for sun‑kissed receptions, while elegant indoor spaces offer a refined plan B if the forecast turns fickle. In‑house catering crafts bespoke seasonal menus to match your mood, from chic canapés to languorous garden feasts.
Location: Fulham
Capacity: 500 Standing
From skyline-view bandstands to walled gardens and grand pavilions, London’s brimming with sun-ready spaces for saying ‘I do’—with elegant indoor back-ups to keep things seamless whatever the forecast. Ready to start planning? get in touch with our venue experts and we’ll match your guest list, style and budget to the perfect summer setting.
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Calum Henderson
Calum Henderson is a venue finding expert with a passion for events. From Hong Kong to Oxford Brookes, his international hospitality background brings a unique perspective to the team
