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

THE LONDONER 02074 510 188 | www.thelondoner.com Set in the heart of the West End, The Londoner opened in September 2021 and was designed by world-renowned interior designer Yabu Pushelberg. Spread over 16 storeys, the first-of-its-kind hotel is a feat of design, architecture and engineering that celebrates London’s history, aesthetics and people with a West End Story narrative at its core. Located in Leicester Square, the property is moments from prime transport links and iconic London landmarks. From the intimate to the all-out events, the characteristic spaces, experienced wedding planners and exquisite dining options ensure unforgettable weddings. The setting is a spectacular option for couples, from grand multiple-day weekend weddings to elegant ceremonies. Immense yet intimate, The Ballroom marries beauty with spine-tingling surprise reveals for true statement weddings with live band stages and special effects. Inspired by the city’s fine cuisines, The Londoner’s wedding menus feature fresh, locally sourced ingredients of the highest quality. The Ballroom has two adjoining kitchens at either end of the room, guaranteeing hot food and simultaneous plate delivery. Always the life and soul of the party, The Green Room has been designed with revelry and celebration in mind. The private bar and dancefloor make this space perfect for intimate weddings, receptions and afterparties for up to 150 guests. The Green Room is ideal for hot and cold canapé receptions and seated wedding dinners for up to 40 guests. All spaces can be hired for out-of-this-world events. Set across three floors, connected by lifts and a central staircase, the venue creates a seamlessly beautiful guest journey for up to 1,560 people. See it to believe it. After celebrations, slip away from the party to the beautiful suites to rest. TOWN HALL HOTEL 02078 710 460 | www.townhallhotel.com Weddings at the Town Hall Hotel feel right. Maybe it’s the grand architecture and elegant spaces or the team’s personalities that help make it an unforgettable experience. The 97-room luxury property in the old Bethnal Green Town Hall is at the heart of London’s burgeoning East End. The Grade-II listed building was restored, refurbished and completed in November 2010 with a contemporary extension in the form of a new top floor and wing. Guests are captivated by the marble entranceway, sweeping staircase and art-deco interior as soon as they enter the property. The Hotel’s offering includes one of the largest hotel suites in London, alongside its two Michelin-star restaurant, a 14-metre pool and a gym. Not forgetting the numerous facilities and event spaces such as the Bethnal Hall, Council Chamber and The De Montfort Suite that couples can hire for events. With a Grade-II listed interior, the Council Chamber features distinguished Art Deco furnishings of polished oak, teak and fine leather seating that have been restored with exceptional attention to detail. Aged leather and reclaimed wood give the same soft, attractive patina of age. This space is licensed for weddings and civil partnership ceremonies. The Bethnal Hall is a refined space with high ceilings, huge windows and polished wood panelling. It offers a picture-perfect setting for dinners and dancing in the evenings! Here, four interconnected rooms are separated by solid walls that recess into the ceilings using the original, reconditioned 30s mechanism. This allows the walls to move up and down, providing the option to open and close rooms throughout the day. The signature design in the Edwardian Council Chamber is a stunning suite with a triple-height ceiling, exquisite plasterwork and enormous arched windows containing stained glass panels. Here, two original Henry Poole plasterwork statues depict truth and happiness. This iconic space can host weddings with up to 60 people. The Town Hall Hotel has 97 rooms, including 10 double bedrooms and 87 suites with fully-fitted kitchens. Each room contains one-off vintage pieces of furniture and is made deliciously inviting with barista-quality coffee. As of 2023, Town Hall Hotel has expanded its wellness offering thanks to an exciting partnership with luxury health and beauty concierge service, Ruuby. Guests can now enjoy a range of beauty and spa treatments, including massages, facials, hair care and make-up services, all in the comfort of their suite. The Hotel’s main bar, Silk Weaver, is on the ground floor, ideal for relaxed or pre-dinner aperitivos. The mixologists have created a cocktail menu to rival some of the biggest players in the London cocktail scene. 26

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