Your London Wedding - January/February 2024 (Issue 93)

Rest your head Discover these London wedding venues with accommodation THE STANDARD, LONDON 02039 818 888 www.standardhotels.com/culture/london-weddings Now licensed to host wedding ceremonies, The Standard London is joyfully situated in the heart of King’s Cross and the ideal location for city weddings. From the ground floor terraces to the sweeping views up on floor ten, the venue has a setting for every size, mood and aesthetic. Set in the former Camden Town Hall Annex, the property is brimming with mid-century character and striking design details. There’s space for intimate ceremonies for 20 guests and party places for up to 150. The team isn’t short of space for guests to stay the night either; the 266 bedrooms range from Cosy Cores for those who like to party till dawn to the Suite Spot – a bright and spacious setting for getting ready ahead of the big day with views across the city or the historic St Pancras. In-house event planners are on hand to ensure that the lead-up to special occasions is smooth, with plenty of recommended suppliers to help ensure every detail is spot on. Plus, the chefs have carefully curated the perfect wedding menu, from canapés and light bites to sit-down dinners and late-night snacks to keep guests going until the early hours. Situated on the 10th floor, Decimo is uniquely positioned with floorto-ceiling windows and dramatic views across the London skyline and is accessible by the iconic exterior red-pill lift. Decimo has a capacity of up to 90 people for ceremonies, 140 for dinners and 300 for receptions. Sweeties is a cocktail bar and late-night lounge like nothing seen before! Located directly across from Decimo, the space features velvet curtains, plush orange couches, Instagrammable carpets and a marbletopped bar. The space boasts vintage-inspired stacked speakers and a central DJ booth so guests can party into the early hours. Sweeties have a capacity of up to 150 for receptions or parties. Double Standard is a street-level bar that serves draft beers and classic cocktails. This Shawn Hausman-designed space has the UK’s secondlongest bar, cosy booth seating, long-form tables and plenty of space to mingle. The premium sound system and DJ booth are ready to get celebrations going with room for 150 people. The Isla Terrace is a weather-proofed outdoor space with ample seating, romantic fairylights, a retractable awning, heating and cosy blankets. Ideal for cocktail receptions or wedding breakfasts, the space can host up to 30 for vows and dinners or 50 for drinks receptions. Townhouse 8 is a destination designed for play. Inspired by a 1980s New York Townhouse, it features a living space with mid-century cool sofas, a vinyl library, a listening area, a dining space, a working kitchen and a sweeping wrap-around terrace with views of the London skyline. Townhouse 8 has room for up to 20 for the daytime and 80 for evenings. www.nigeljohn.com www.nigeljohn.com www.nigeljohn.com 25 HOTEL VENUES

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