Your London Wedding - May/June 2024 (Issue 95)

CONRAD LONDON ST. JAMES 02033 018 080 | www.hilton.com/en/hotels/loncoci-conradlondon-st-james/events/weddings Located in the former Queen Anne’s Chambers, Conrad London St. James’s 19th-century building is less than a mile from Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. Soft floral arrangements and ornate centrepieces set the scene for romantic weddings in the showstopping century hotel. From timeless artwork to award-winning catering with elevated British fare, the venue offers an unforgettable option for ceremonies and receptions. The Whitehall Suite can accommodate lavish nuptials and post-vow festivities for up to 300 guests. The Orchard Room’s glass roof and floral atmosphere create the perfect setting for more intimate celebrations. The dedicated events team helps coordinate the day, while planning every detail to perfection for flawless events. The award-winning chef Sally Abé crafts exquisite menus, blending British flavours with her contemporary flair for a memorable dining experience. When staying the night of the wedding, guests will find thoughtful amenities and mid-century-inspired décor in 256 rooms and suites — each the ideal launchpad for city exploring. Post-vows, why not spend your minimoon surrounded by legendary landmarks less than a mile from the iconic setting? St. James’s Park Underground Station is across the street, perfect for exploring London as newlyweds. 41 PORTLAND PLACE 02031 413 255 | www.41portlandplace.com For those who’ve dreamed of a London Georgian townhouse wedding, 41 Portland Place is perfect! Surrounded by elegant grandeur in the heart of Marylebone, the Grade II listed townhouse is the ideal setting for stylish and romantic weddings. The venue’s versatile spaces, including a stunning outdoor terrace, can accommodate intimate events or larger celebrations with 70 guests for ceremonies and wedding breakfasts, and parties of up to 120 for standing receptions. Lovebirds can relax and savour each moment while the in-house team takes care of everything. In 1773, 41 Portland Place was designed by James Adam and was built as a private home for The Honourable Thomas Gage. During WW2, the house remained standing while surrounding buildings were razed to the ground during the London Blitz. The Ciba/Novartis Foundation moved into 41 Portland Place in 1947 and, for more than 50 years, hosted prestigious scientific events attended by some of the most outstanding medical scientists of the last century. Today, the house is home to the Academy of Medical Sciences. Profits generated through venue hire of 41 Portland Place are used to fund activities run by the Academy of Medical Sciences to ensure research is rapidly translated into benefits for patients. Elegant and memorable, the excellent cusine matches its high standards. Food and service are provided by a specialist catering company with attention to detail, ingenuity, and imagination using sustainably and ethically sourced ingredients, at the forefront of the service offered. The talented head chef is highly flexible when designing and delivering menus. He would be happy to meet with nearlyweds to create bespoke menus. www.annaticreates.com https://elenapopa.com 21 LOCAL VENUES

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