THE BRUNEL MUSEUM event@thebrunelmuseum.com https://thebrunelmuseum.com The Brunel Museum allows couples to get married on the site of the first tunnel built underwater anywhere in the world! Exposed concrete, original brick walls, various artworks and cultural exhibitions lend distinctive character to the Grand Entrance Hall and The Engine Room. It’s the ideal venue for ceremonies with 90 seated guests or 120 standing, wedding breakfasts with 85 and receptions with 120. The underwater Tunnel Shaft has been reimagined as The Grand Entrance Hall and is entered via an elegant staircase. The Thames Tunnel once provided a pedestrian crossing of the River Thames nearly two miles downstream of London Bridge. Following the tunnel transformation to construct the East London Line and London Overground, the shaft has now been sealed with a concrete floor. The shaft is approximately 50ft in diameter and 50ft deep, with smoke-blackened brick walls from steam trains, providing a raw but atmospheric backdrop. The breathtaking grand space has beautiful acoustics that will transform celebrations into unforgettable celebrations. The Rooftop Garden sits on top of the Brunel Tunnel Grand Entrance Hall, it’s included for all-day events and is ideal for welcome drinks. Later in the evening, gather around the centralised firepit to keep cosy with s’mores toasting kits. The Midnight Apothecary is the team’s exclusive drinks partner. The beautiful bar serves seasonal cocktails using ingredients from the garden itself. THE RITZY CINEMA & CAFE 02073 262 649 www.picturehouses.com/cinema/the-ritzy The Ritzy Cinema & Cafe is situated directly opposite Lambeth Town Hall in the heart of Brixton. It’s well connected with Brixton Tube Station, a three-minute walk away, overground links to Victoria Station and numerous bus lines in all directions. The exterior holds a strong early 19th-century design, with grand arching, silhouettes and embossed detailing. The interior documents The Ritzy’s history, combining details reminiscent of the cinema’s opening alongside its more modern elements from when it fused with what was once a theatre before the war. The venue has settings catering to couples’ needs, from the grand 350-seater screen to an intimate setting that can host 52 guests. Screen 1 was once the cinema’s only screen and visually stays true to The Ritzy’s history when it opened more than 100 years ago; it can host up to 250 loved ones. Screen 2 (for 160 people) and Screen 3 (111) allow for a traditional aisle walk with parted seating. For something more intimate but just as special, the wonderful Screen 4 (109) and Screen 5 (51) can showcase couples’ love stories on the big screen, or slideshow of fondest memories together, to add an element of wonder to events. The upstairs bar, a gem within the venue, is thoughtfully divided into two versatile levels, offering layout choices for up to 162 people. Whether newlyweds desire an open space to dance the night away or prefer tables set up for catering, the team can cater to their needs. Additionally, the bar features a charming balcony with a view of Windrush Square. www.joasisweddingphotography.co.uk QUIRKY VENUES 25
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