Ready to say “I do” in the capital? We’ve handpicked five unforgettable London wedding venues, from elegant Georgian townhouses and grand riverside landmarks to chic rooftops with skyline views—perfect for everything from intimate ceremonies to lavish receptions. Explore the spaces that set the scene for your big day, and if you’d like tailored suggestions, our venue experts are here to help.
1. RSA House
Set in the West End just moments from Charing Cross, RSA House blends Georgian grandeur with contemporary flair to create a timeless wedding backdrop. Say your vows beneath the statement chandelier in the light-filled Benjamin Franklin Room, whose neutral palette suits any scheme, then sit down to a wedding breakfast for around 100 after a ceremony of up to 150.
For after-dark magic, move to the atmospheric, brick-vaulted cellars for cocktails and dancing, or take the whole house exclusively for receptions of up to 220. With expert in-house caterer CH&CO crafting seasonal menus and a seamless flow between spaces, this is a central London classic made for unforgettable I do’s.
Location: West End
Capacity: 220 Reception
2. 41 Portland Place
Set in Marylebone, 41 Portland Place is a Grade II* Georgian townhouse that pairs period romance with modern polish, moments from Regent’s Park and Oxford Circus. Take the house exclusively at weekends and make it your own: greet guests with fizz in the Reception Room and on the terrace, then say your vows in the elegant Council Chamber and step out for confetti photos on the steps.
Capacity-wise it’s ideal for intimate celebrations: ceremonies for up to 60, a wedding breakfast for 70, and receptions for as many as 120, with rooftop blessings for 30 and the option of alfresco dining. With creative in‑house chefs, beautiful heritage backdrops, and the feel‑good factor of supporting the Academy of Medical Sciences, this is London romance, refined.
Location: Marylebone
Capacity: 120 Reception
3. The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place
A grand riverside landmark with serious wow-factor, The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place brings Grade I-listed splendour to your big day. Built in 1884, it’s all sweeping staircases and Thames views, with sightlines to the London Eye and Whitehall Gardens. Host an elegant ceremony in the Reading & Writing Room, complete with faience tiling and a hidden parquet dance floor, then flow through to the interlinking Gladstone Library for a lavish wedding breakfast for up to 252 and receptions up to 320.
Practicalities are perfectly polished too: a 5-star hotel next door offers 277 bedrooms for guests, Embankment station is moments away, and catering is brilliantly flexible—choose inventive in-house menus or bring specialist teams for Indian or Kosher celebrations. Seamless, central, and unmistakably London.
Location: Westminster
Capacity: 320 Reception
4. Trafalgar St James
On Trafalgar Square, Trafalgar St James brings city‑chic romance to your celebration, pairing Art Deco glamour with knockout skyline views. Toast with sundowners at The Rooftop: the private Room seats 16 (25 standing) and the Gallery hosts up to 60 standing, both framed by panoramic backdrops for wow‑factor photos.
At street level, Rockwell Bistro & WINE BAR offers a botanical, light‑filled setting for a wedding brunch or cocktail reception for up to 100. With 137 stylish bedrooms (including three suites) and Charing Cross moments away, guest logistics are effortless. From micro‑gatherings to a sleek city reception, this contemporary hotel delivers sophisticated style, seamless flow and cuisine to match the view.
Location: Trafalgar Square
Capacity: 100 Reception
5. Southbank Centre
On the vibrant South Bank, Southbank Centre brings creative energy and London landmarks to your big day. Choose from striking, flexible spaces to suit every style, from intimate ceremonies to show‑stopping receptions. The Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer sets the scene with mid‑century architecture, bespoke lighting and access to outdoor space, hosting elegant dinners for up to 300 or receptions for 1,000.
Practicalities are effortless: Waterloo is moments away for easy travel, dedicated event managers keep everything seamless, and trusted catering partners plus hybrid capabilities let you wow guests on site and online. Add riverside photo‑ops, brilliant production and plenty of room to dance, and you’ve got a quintessentially London celebration with serious wow‑factor.
Location: Waterloo
Capacity: 1000 Reception
From Georgian elegance and riverside grandeur to sky‑high city chic, these five London wedding venues offer standout settings for every style and guest list. Ready to find “the one”? get in touch with our venue experts and we’ll curate a bespoke shortlist, arrange viewings, and help you secure the perfect date with ease.
