Your London Wedding - May/Jun 2019 (Issue 65)

RESTAURANT VENUES 31  REGIONAL THE FOOD OF LOVE Plan a reception to remember in one of London’s world-renowned restaurants SEARCYS AT ST PANCRAS Set at the heart of St Pancras International station, underneath the stunning architecture of the Barlow Shed and watched over by the emblematic lovers’ statue, there could hardly be a more picturesque and evocative location for a wedding than Searcys at St Pancras – with its Grand Terrace, Champagne Bar and Martin Brudnizki-designed Brasserie. Ceremonies for up to 120 guests can be hosted on The Grand Terrace, followed by a reception complete with opulent Champagne fountain in the elegant Champagne Bar. Loved ones can then drift across to the Art Deco-style Brasserie for a wedding breakfast before strutting their stuff on the dancefloor. Couples who opt for exclusive hire of the Brasserie or Champagne bar can enjoy a free tasting and how about a bottle of Tattinger for guests to sign in place of a guestbook? Yes, that can be arranged. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: events@stpancrasgrand.co.uk | stpancrasbysearcys.co.uk SEARCYS AT THE GHERKIN Known to all Londoners as ‘The Gherkin’, the distinctive shape of 30 St Mary’s Axe has quickly become a London icon. And now it is reasserting its architectural worth as well as its culinary credibility in the face of its new sky- high neighbours. With its glass dome roof and panoramic views, Levels 39 and 40 of this Norman Foster-designed building impress from every angle. Ceremonies can take place on the top two floors; with the whole of London serving as your backdrop, this bright space can accommodate up to 140 seated guests. Once you’ve said ‘I do’, kick off celebrations on the 40 th floor, where your loved ones will be as entertained by the views as they are by the canapés. Smaller parties can be catered for in any of Level 38’s private dining rooms, which are ideal for groups of between eight and 50 nearest and dearest. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 0333 107 0816 | searcysatthegherkin.co.uk