The 16 Best Wedding Reception Venues for Hire in Central London

Q: How much does it cost to hire a wedding reception venue in Central London?

Plenty of places use the hire fee pricing model, with rates starting at £545 and reaching as high as £4400 , whilst others charge per person - prices range between £13 and £195 per person . Quite a few venues offer minimum spend pricing with rates varying from £100 up to £7000 minimum spend . Don’t be surprised if you see venues charge even £20000 for minimum spend - it’s London after all. There is also a possibility of hiring a wedding reception venue for only a few hours - prices start at £50 and rise up to £354 per hour . (Based on data from Tagvenue.)

Whole Venue

100

175

Patch East

(139)

Aldgate Station

Tower Hill, Central London

#Supervenue

K

Kate J.
“We had our wedding reception here and the team were great. We had an epic night and would recommend the venue for parties in the future.”

from £1000
minimum spend / per session
1st Floor

80

100

The Elgin

(93)

Maida Vale Station

Maida Vale, Central London

E

Eleanor C.
“Caroline was very helpful when we were planning our wedding reception. The room was beautiful and the food was a real high point - we had so many compliments!”

from £32
per person
The Rooftop Terrace bar

40

120

Doggett's Coat and Badge

(289)

Blackfriars Station

South Bank, Central London

#Supervenue

M

Martyn S.
“The venue is in a great setting, especially if you get lucky with the weather as we did. The staff we very helpful and friendly.”

from £1800
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue

100

200

The Union Regents

(36)

Great Portland Street Station

Fitzrovia, Central London

#Supervenue

R

Ranjit
“Francesca and her team were super amenable and very enthusiastic both in the planning of our wedding reception, and during it.”

from £1500
minimum spend / per day
The Nave

85

150

St Ethelburga's Centre

(372)

Liverpool Street Station

Tower Hill, Central London

L

Laura H.
“Beautiful venue and great communication from staff. My wedding reception was fantastic.”

from £70
hire fee / per hour
The Vienna Salon

50

120

Fidelio

(57)

Farringdon Station

Farringdon, Central London

#Supervenue

D

Dr L.
“We had our wedding reception at Fidelio on 23rd December. From the moment we met Raff, Ash, Predrag and the rest of the team, we knew we were in for an exceptional experience.”

from £3000
minimum spend / per evening
The Windsor Suite

30

40

The Milestone Hotel and Residences

(53)

High Street Kensington Station

Kensington, Central London

D

Dana S.
“We had our wedding reception at the Milestone, and it was nothing short of amazing.”

from £100
hire fee / per hour
Wedding Reception

40

60

Fitzrovia Hotel

(58)

Great Portland Street Station

Fitzrovia, Central London

L

Liina J.
“Everything went really smoothly, all our questions got answered and the staff was great! Can definitely recommend.”

from £99
per person
Function Suite

150

175

The Dickens Inn

(129)

Tower Gateway Station

Central London

#Supervenue

N

Natalia G.
“We had our wedding reception at The Dickens Inn and everything went wonderful!”

from £65
per person
First Floor Function Room

46

60

The Angelic

(71)

Angel Station

Angel, Central London

#Supervenue

J

Jessica R.
“Staff were all really nice. Good selection of alcohol. Venue is great, good food and service.”

from £500
minimum spend / per session
Mala Madre Events Space

60

90

The Last Talisman

(478)

London Bridge Station

Bermondsey, Central London

#Supervenue

A

Anna V.
“We ordered some finger food and it was all very delicious. All our guests enjoyed the night as much as we did. VERY lovely venue and staff were all fantastic! Thank you Mala Madre!”

from £10
minimum spend / per day
Wedding Reception Package

90

100

Fitzrovia Hotel

(58)

Great Portland Street Station

Fitzrovia, Central London

L

Liina J.
“Everything went really smoothly, all our questions got answered and the staff was great!”

from £99
per person

Your Guide to Hiring Wedding Reception Venues in Central London

Located in the heart of the capital, Central London is home to many amazing venues that are perfect for wedding receptions of all kinds and sizes. It doesn’t matter what you have in mind: a traditional British wedding or something quirky and modern, in Central London you will find plenty of amazing locations. With Tagvenue’s help, booking your dream wedding venue is only seconds away. So don’t hesitate any more, have a careful look at our selection of amazing spots and find the one today.

FAQs about Wedding Reception Venues in Central London

How much does it cost to hire a wedding reception venue in Central London?

Plenty of places use the hire fee pricing model, with rates starting at £545 and reaching as high as £4400, whilst others charge per person - prices range between £13 and £195 per person. Quite a few venues offer minimum spend pricing with rates varying from £100 up to £7000 minimum spend. Don’t be surprised if you see venues charge even £20000 for minimum spend - it’s London after all. There is also a possibility of hiring a wedding reception venue for only a few hours - prices start at £50 and rise up to £354 per hour. (Based on data from Tagvenue.)

What kind of venues for a wedding reception can I find in Central London?

Central London offers plenty of fantastic venues of all types. It doesn’t matter what your budget is or what wedding theme you are going for, you can be sure you will find somewhere perfect there. If you’re thinking of throwing a spectacular bash, we recommend you have a look at hotels, halls and banqueting suites. When hosting an intimate wedding reception just for your nearest and dearest, you should choose one of Central London’s restaurants, private dining rooms or cafes. If you’re thinking outside the box and want your wedding celebration to be unique, the area also has art galleries, terraces and garden spaces waiting for you.

What are some of the best wedding reception venues in London?

If you’re struggling to pick a venue for your wedding reception, have a look at some of our favs:

The Milestone Hotel and Residences - Overlooking the Kensington Palace and Gardens this amazing hotel offers many magical spaces. This venue’s unrivalled service and beautiful decor and unique character will make your wedding truly memorable.
Andaz London Hotel - At Andaz London Hotel you will find an amazing space for your wedding reception, no matter how big you’re planning it to be. One-of-a-kind decor, fantastic food and spectacular cocktails - that’s a recipe for a unique and memorable wedding reception.
Swan, Shakespeare’s Globe - The Balcony Room at Shakespeare’s Globe will mesmerise anyone! The beautiful decor, impeccable service and picturesque views will make your wedding day the one to remember.

Verified Reviews of Wedding Reception Venues in Central London

Eimear K.

Booked The Vienna Salon at Fidelio

5.0

We recently celebrated our wedding at Fidelio Café in Clerkenwell, and it was an absolutely incredible experience! After being let down by another venue during the pandemic, we were initially nervous about the process, but Ash and Pedge exceeded all expectations. From the very beginning, they were not only kind and creative but also incredibly prompt in responding to every single request we had—nothing was too big or too small for them to handle. No ask was ever too much, and they went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. Their professionalism and attention to detail shone through in the lead-up to our wedding and on the day itself. And the food—wow, it was out of this world! If you’re looking for a venue that truly cares about your event and delivers exceptional service, Fidelio Café is the place. We couldn’t recommend them more highly!

Anna V.

Booked Mala Madre Events Space at The Last Talisman

4.7

Mala Madre is a perfect venue for a more private event in the heart of London. From the moment of booking the space, communication with Dovile and Cecile was easy and we were given reigns on how we wanted the space to look for our wedding reception (added flowers, fairy lights, bunting and even a shimmery photo wall). We ordered some finger food and it was all very delicious. All our guests enjoyed the night as much as we did. VERY lovely venue and staff were all fantastic! Thank you Mala Madre!

Antonia S.

Booked Entire Venue at The Fox, Shoreditch

4.9

We had our wedding reception at The Fox and it was a total blast! Guests loved using the different floors and especially the outdoor area (which could be covered) and karaoke room. Throughout the process the team were super responsive via email about food orders, allowed my cousins to DJ and take over the sound system, and the staff were always super friendly when we visited and had more requests. We barely needed to decorate as the place is so nice and was clean and tidy for the event. They also laid on security so we really felt like the place was ours!

Diana R.

Booked Princess Room at The Princess of Wales

5.0

We had our wedding reception here and it was amazing! I must thank Fefe, Ada, Claudi and Loni for making my wedding reception wonderful! Communication was easy and they were able to accommodate the requests that I had which I loved and appreciated! I had told them the vision I had in mind and they were willing to accommodate. Super professional and have to thank the team for helping out setting up the tables and cleaning up - we were hungover the day after! Lastly, food and drinks were tasty! I would recommend this venue!

RJ L.

Booked Main Restaurant at Peron No4

5.0

Naz, Barbora and the peron team were amazing. 10/10 experience Professional, 5 star, accommodating and outstanding service The communication was great I appreciate it was a busy time over Christmas and thank you for dealing with a type A bride! 😂 The day ran so smoothly and whilst I’d love to say me and my husband were the stars of the show. We were outshined by the food haha! All of our guests kept gushing about how gorgeous the venue was, but more so, the food was impeccable from start to end. The evening guests were obsessed with the evening food bowls. I wish we would’ve have thanked the chefs who worked hard in the kitchen but we were having so much fun, dancing and being with our friends and family. If you’re looking for an intimate venue that also has the ability to have a great space for an evening reception too. Hands down Peron No.4 is the place for you.

Martha M.

Booked Whole Venue at Patch East

4.7

Paola specifically was lovely to work alongside in planning our wedding party; communication was great and all of our questions were answered. Paola is also someone who’s just solutions focused which takes pressure off your shoulders with all the ‘what could go wrong’ feelings you get when planning a wedding. We also wanted to massively commend Patrick the Event Manager and his bar staff team on the night. They were brilliant and brought such great vibes- it really felt like they were part of the party. If I ever needed anything Patrick was already on it. The suppliers recommended to us by Patch e.g the DJ were also excellent- great value for money and really talented. The space looked really beautiful, the team and my friends had done a great job setting it up.

Jack S.

Booked Main Bar at The Queens Head

5.0

We couldn't have asked for a more perfect venue for our wedding reception! From the moment we stepped through the doors, we were greeted by the most friendly and welcoming staff we could have hoped for. Their warmth and enthusiasm made us feel like we were among friends, and that set the tone for the entire evening. The location itself was absolutely stunning. The pub was beautifully designed and decorated, creating a charming and cozy atmosphere that was perfect for our celebration. It provided the ideal backdrop for our special day, and our guests were in awe of the venue's charm. One aspect that was particularly important to us was finding a gay-friendly venue, and we were thrilled with the inclusive and accepting environment the pub offered. It was clear that they not only welcomed but celebrated all forms of love, which meant the world to us and our LGBTQ+ friends and family. Our wedding reception at this venue was an unforgettable experience, thanks in no small part to the incredible staff, the fantastic location, and the warm and inclusive atmosphere. We couldn't recommend this venue more highly for anyone looking to celebrate their love in a truly special place.

Natasha H.

Booked Whole Venue at The Williamson's Tavern

5.0

We had the most exceptional wedding party at the Williamson Tavern, a beautiful celebration of love in a very special proper London pub. The team were incredible from the moment we booked, helping us plan our special day so it would be just how we wanted it. They really went the extra mile to make sure we had the best time and we've enjoyed every minute of organisation, prep and of course the wedding party itself. This will always be a special pub for us and we look forward to re-visiting over the years :)