We had a lovely time at the Crown and our guests were very happy. The Spanish cacerole was delicious. The staff was very friendly. All in all was a fantastic event.
Top Christening Reception Venues in London
On the lookout for christening party venues in London, but aren't sure where to start? Don’t worry, Tagvenue has put together a list of the city’s top christening and dedication party venues, from traditional tea rooms and christening halls for hire to contemporary restaurants with private dining areas. When it comes to choosing a venue for your celebration, it’s important to consider your guest list carefully – if you’ve invited more than 10 children, you may want to book a family-friendly venue rather than a fine dining restaurant or a formal banqueting suite. So, what are you waiting for? See how fast it is to book the perfect christening venue in London with Tagvenue.
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from £90
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsThe SpaceMudchute StationDocklands, LondonSS. A.
“We used the venue for a Christening and I must say, with the right decor the place looked amazing.” -
from £65
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWilberforce Hall
120 guestsOneStonegroveEdgware, London#Supervenue
AAruna R.
“Great venue hire for my daughter’s 1st birthday party , staff were great on the day” -
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhole Venue
150 guestsRefettorio Felix at St Cuthbert'sWest Kensington StationEarls Court, LondonJJulian A.
“Great venue, good facilities, easy booking process and a very good team.” -
from £995
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Wellington Suite
150 guestsThe Bromley Court HotelBromley, LondonEEric
“The service, location, parking were all great. I will recommend the venue to friends.” -
from £81
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLichfield Hall
220 guestsThe HAC BowMile End StationBow, LondonCCarina G.
“The venue is very spacious, and my family felt comfortable throughout the event.” -
from £45
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityChapel Room
70 guestsKatherine Low SettlementImperial Wharf StationBattersea, LondonLLiz .
“Perfect location for any small event. Venue manager made the booking process very easy.” -
from £57
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCombined Hall
100 guestsHarford Centre Main HallLimehouse StationMile End, LondonJJean L.
“The space, price, main room were good, kitchen was also okay apart from no hot water.” -
from £1150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Kinks Room
70 guestsClissold ArmsEast Finchley StationMuswell Hill, LondonKKenyee L.
“The team (both booking staff and floor staff) were all very helpful and made organising an event very smooth.” -
from £750
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Crypt - Entire Venue
200 guestsThe CryptFarringdon StationFarringdon, LondonZZsofia M.
“Without a doubt, I would love to book this venue for future events. Highly recommend!” -
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOrangery
90 guestsThe MitreEast Molesey, LondonMMrs K.
“Amazing venue, incredible service right through from booking until the end of the event.” -
from £80
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityDharma Hall
250 guestsDharma HallTurkey Street StationEnfield, LondonCClaudette D.
“Booking was easy. Staff were helpful and were quick to respond to enquiries.” -
from £30
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUpper Hall
150 guestsLongfield HallCamberwell, London#Supervenue
AAnthony K.
“Excellent location and a great space for large gatherings!”
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FAQs about Top Christening Reception Venues in London
Booking costs of christening party venues average £81 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £60 | to £130 | hire fee per hour |
| From £400 | to £1750 | minimum spend per event |
| From £650 | to £2700 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Whole Venue at Refettorio Felix at St Cuthbert's in Earls Court - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The party itself ran really smoothly and was a lot of fun. I think this is great value for money as a space.’ -
Entire Venue at The Space in Docklands - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue for a children's party.’ -
Wilberforce Hall at OneStonegrove in Edgware - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Kitchen could be cleaner but other than that it was a great venue to book...’
You'll find christening party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 80 guests | prices average £76 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average £65 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 220 guests | prices average £130 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 1.1 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Millennium & Battersea Suite at Park Plaza County Hall London
on 1 Addington Street - 0.8 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Fantastic venue, lovely service, incredible food! Thanks to Kendra and the team.’ -
Wrench Room at Six Park Place
on 6 Park Place, Over-Seas House Park Place, St James’s Street - 1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘I'll definitely be looking to return again and feel tremendously fortunate to have chanced upon this venue.’ -
King Harald V at In and Out (Naval & Military) Club
on 4 Saint James's Square - 1.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The venue is really beautiful. The food was nice and allergies etc displayed prominently.’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for christening party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Function Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 55 and 120 guests |
| Hall | prices average £70 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 250 guests |
| Community Centre | prices average £60 hire fee per hour | typically between 60 and 100 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £995 hire fee per event | typically between 80 and 300 guests |
| Pub | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 55 and 100 guests |
Smaller christening party venues usually fit up to 80 guests standing. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Community Hall at CAS Halls, rated 4.9/5 - hall for 80 guests
Our user said: ‘Everything in the venue was in great condition.’ -
Lower Hall at Longfield Hall, rated 4.8/5 - hall for 80 guests
Our user said: ‘Excellent location and a great space for large gatherings!’ -
The Crypt at St Anne's Limehouse, rated 4.9/5 - event space for 75 guests
Our user said: ‘Absolutely amazing event space!’
Cheap christening party venues in London start from £40 hire fee per hour or £300 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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The Old Hall at Mansel Road Centre, from £43 hire fee per hour (up to 150 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Great venue and great cost, daughter had a great party there...’ -
La Saletta at The Pembroke Castle, Primrose Hill, from £300 minimum spend per event (up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Staff were excellent. Communication was great and the venue is top!’ -
Sala Venue at The Crown London Hotel, from £700 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Fantastic service at very reasonable prices. Easy access and helpful staff. Highly recommended.’
There are many wonderful areas of London where you can host your christening party. With a little research, you can choose the best location for your event, whether it's based on a budget or just your personal preference. One of the most popular districts in London is Knightsbridge. This area is known for its beautiful architecture and upscale dining experiences, as well as its access to some of the best restaurants and hotels in the city. Another great option is Chelsea. This district offers stunning views of both The Thames and The Royal Hospital Chelsea grounds across from it, which makes it perfect for outdoor events. Plus there are plenty of restaurants nearby that offer delicious options at reasonable prices—so no matter what type of food you prefer on your big day (or any other day), there will be something here for everyone! If you're looking for something more spacious, Holborn may be the best choice for hosting a christening party because it has several large venues such as hotels and banqueting halls, where celebrations can take place on a grand scale.
The first thing that is expected is that the venue should be decorated with balloons and streamers in the color of your choice. This can be done in any style you choose, from simple and elegant to extravagant and over-the-top. Whatever you choose, make sure it matches the theme of your party and the venue itself. You may also consider having a cake—and not just any cake! It could be decorated with the baby's name written out in icing on top, or you could have a cake that looks like a christening dress or suit. You can also get creative with the food, perhaps serving baby-shaped sandwiches or cupcakes. Finally, you may have some favours for your guests to take home with them after the party is over—maybe related to religion (like rosaries), or something more general like candy for children and adults alike.
Your Guide to Hiring Christening Party Venues in London
Things to consider when hiring a venue for a christening reception or party:
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Your budget
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The convenience of the location
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Ease of accessibility for the elderly or disabled
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The type of venue that would best suit your event
Once you’ve decided to baptise your child, the first step is to talk with your local vicar. You'll need to establish whether a special service has to be arranged or whether your child’s christening will be part of a regular Sunday service. It makes sense to start planning early, no matter if you’re hosting an intimate gathering of your closest friends and family or a large get-together with a formal reception after the christening ceremony.
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Verified Reviews of Christening Party Venues in London
The venue was absolutely perfect for my birthday party. So unique! The whole process was very smooth from start to finish and I’m so grateful to have been allowed to rent such an amazing space. Would really recommend this to anyone.
The staff was the most helpful and kind staff I’ve ever seen! The event for my daughters baptism was beyond perfect! Every tiny detail was taken cared of! We had a wonderful time! The food was amazing and the staff was always there to make our requests come true. I will recommend edita and Tobias and the Hyde restaurant and Bar to everyone
We had the most amazing day at Tokenhouse. It was a great christening party and we owe so much to Alissa who provided a brilliant service. Our guests loved the food and we were so pleased to hear the positive comments. The service was wonderful, the staff were wonderful and of course our lovely contact Alissa was wonderful in the lead up and during very stressful moments of trying to organise things.
Fantastic spacious venue. Our guests loved the studio. Really happy with the team. They were really helpful.
- Very professional service, polite, attentive and genuine approach from both team members and the management side - Stunning venue and surrounding area
The garden was beautiful, and the staff at the Freud Museum are just wonderful. So helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Very good starters Nice staff
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