Your London Wedding - March/April 2021 (Issue 76)

THE LANSDOWNE CLUB 020 7318 6117 | www.lansdowneclub.com/weddings WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? One of Mayfair’s best-kept secrets, the Lansdowne Club is an architectural gem providing an oasis of luxurious calm and a quintessentially English ballroom at its heart. From the elegant frontage to the secluded courtyard, it oozes sophistication. The building’s rich history is reflected in the opulence of its interiors and its selection of captivating Art Deco function rooms. Outside, The Courtyard is a perfectly designed open space with a retractable roof and heating for memorable al fresco entertaining. LET’S CELEBRATE! Vows take place in the historical Adam Room (80 guests), which retains the intimacy and splendour of when it was an 18 th -century drawing room. After the formalities, couples can choose to hold their reception in The Courtyard with 150 guests in summer and 80 guests in winter. Alternatively, The Crush Hall (70 guests) offers a fabulous celebration space. WE LOVE… Couples are treated to a free menu tasting and bridal suite for their first night as newlyweds. Readers of Your London Wedding receive a 10% discount on new bookings. WEDDINGS AT QUEEN MARY 020 7882 5432 | www.qmul.ac.uk/weddings WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? Opened by Queen Victoria in 1887, this Grade II listed building was once known as the Albert Hall of East London. Built in Neo- Classical style with columns and a portico, visitors step inside to find an atmospheric space with book-lined walls and busts of eminent authors under a beautiful domed ceiling. Parties can spill outside to enjoy the Queen’s Lawn and its Victorian clocktower, as well as the Regent’s Canal running alongside. The secluded Courtyard in the middle of the Queen’s building provides peace and tranquility. LET’S CELEBRATE! Intimate ceremonies are held in the Senior Common Room (100 guests), an exclusive-use private member’s club. For a more opulent celebration, The Octagon is the perfect choice. The former university library, its domed ceiling reaches three storeys high and the endless books provide a wonderful backdrop for photos. The round space is perfect for creatively set ceremonies. WE LOVE… Soon-to-be-weds will receive a free menu tasting, and new micro- wedding packages are now available. www.jaco bandpauline.com https://julie tlemon.com THEMED VENUES 29