Are you looking for a standout London wedding venue for an occasion of a lifetime? De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms could be the one you’ve been looking for. Convenient access and discounted parking? Check. Near to London attractions and hotel accommodation? Check. Option to dry hire and host large Asian weddings? Check. De Vere Grand Connaught weddings tick all the right boxes – no wonder it’s a popular choice for engaged couples across the capital.
The Scene at Devere Grand Connaught Rooms Weddings
GLAMOROUS – BALLROOM – ART DECO
Stepping off the bustling thoroughfare of Great Queen Street in Covent Garden and into this sleek London events venue will impress your guests from the moment they arrive. The marble-lined lobby features a striking monochrome checkerboard floor and a majestic staircase that presents the perfect photo opportunity as you ascend to the ballrooms. It sets the scene for the fairy tale wedding you’ve been hoping for.
De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms is a Grade II listed heritage wedding venue in London’s West End, that has every facility you may possibly need to host a flawless wedding day. The 18th-century Georgian building first housed the Freemasons’ Tavern, and its architecture has evolved and expanded throughout the decades to now stand as a beautiful blend of head-turning Art Deco interiors woven with state-of-the-art modern technology.
Weddings at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms range in size from intimate cocktail receptions and dinners in the upper function suites, to grand ceremonies and Asian weddings in the magical main ballroom. Each of the six key wedding spaces has its own unique aesthetic that you can add your own personal touches to, and they will guarantee an effortlessly romantic backdrop for any style of nuptial celebration.
Wedding Ceremonies at Devere Grand Connaught Rooms
Ceremony Highlights:
- Huge ballroom capacity for up to 750 ceremony guests
- Mandap ceremonies and small Hindu fires are permitted
Ceremonies at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms are one of the many reasons why it’s considered a leading London wedding venue. The stunning Grand Hall creates an awe-inspiring location to say your vows, and the elongated room lends itself to a statement wedding aisle. Up to 750 guests can gather to watch the civil service or Mandap ceremony, beneath the arched LED-lit ceilings and dramatic crystal chandeliers. It’s a one of a kind ballroom wedding venue that will have your guests gasping with wonder.
The Crown Suite on the second floor is another astonishing wedding ceremony setting, bathed in natural light through its large sash windows. The extraordinary blue-domed ceiling gives an ethereal feel to the room, and some couples could opt to have a circular wedding ceremony to make the most of this beautiful feature. In this arrangement, the couple would exchange their vows beneath the dome, while the ceremony seating spirals out around the suite.
When you book De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms for your wedding, the private event spaces conveniently come in pairs, which means that your ceremony set up can be seamlessly turned over for dinner whilst your guests enjoy a drinks reception or entertainment in the adjacent room. Your chosen caterers will make this transition as subtle and stress-free as possible, so you can enjoy every precious moment of your dream London wedding while they deal with the logistics.
Wedding Receptions at Devere Grand Connaught Rooms
Reception Highlights:
- Late License of 1am, which can be extended to 3am for £250 per hour
- The in-house catering team respects all cultural requirements and can offer vegetarian, vegan and halal meals
Enhanced with 21st-century features and renovations, the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms is a sophisticated London events venue that has hosted countless memorable wedding receptions throughout its history. The supportive wedding team is on hand to help you from the initial booking stages until the day itself, and their years of experience will ensure that your vision becomes a reality.
Starting with the grande dame of wedding suites, the Grand Hall is an architectural masterpiece with its soaring 42-foot high arched ceilings, glamorous chandeliers and smart LED installations that can change the colour theme throughout the wedding reception. There are limitless ideas that can be implemented in this vast space, and up to 1500 guests can populate the room in a standing cocktail reception format.
Upstairs, the three mid-sized ballrooms and theatrical bar in the Drawing Room make great reception choices for 200 to 250 guests dependent on seating and dancefloor arrangements. Each of the venues shines with Art Deco opulence and is completely yours to put your own stamp on. As for refreshments, canapes or formal seated dinners, the talented Grand Connaught Rooms’ chef is willing to create a bespoke menu that suits your taste and dietaries, or you can opt for dry hire and bring in your own chosen caterer.
If you’re looking for an outdoor wedding reception space in the heart of London, De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms also features a secret exclusive rooftop terrace on the 5th floor. It’s perfect for balmy summer evening celebrations, surrounded by the quintessential London architecture and vibrant city setting.
Wedding Photography at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms
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- The Bank of England
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