Wedding Reception Venues for Hire in Central London

Prices of wedding reception venues average £2083 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Central London, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• Vienna Salon/Exclusive Hire at Fidelio in Farringdon - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘It was the perfect wedding reception for us, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice.’

• 1st Floor at The Elgin in Maida Vale - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘We had our wedding reception at The Elgin and it was perfect!’

• Rooftop Sit-down Meals at Bubba Oasis in Angel - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making everything feel easy and stress-free.’

You'll find wedding reception 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 Central London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller wedding reception venues usually fit up to 80 guests seated. Here are some great options in Central London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Private Conservatory Room at Manicomio Chelsea Restaurant, rated 5/5 - conservatory for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘The event managers were so organised and communication was great with them for months leading up to the event.’

• The Saloon Bar at The Marylebone London, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 80 guests
  Our user said: ‘Really felt like the venue wanted us to have the best time!’

• The Baptist Dome at L'oscar London, rated 4.9/5 - banqueting hall for 80 guests
  Our user said: ‘Both rooms were immaculate.and provided a stunning setting.’

Cheap wedding reception venues in Central London start from £110 hire fee per hour or £300 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• The Nave at St Ethelburga's Centre, from £110 hire fee per hour (up to 85 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘We hosted our wedding reception here for 90 people and the service was amazing.’

• The Saloon Bar at The Marylebone London, from £300 hire fee per event (up to 50 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘Really felt like the venue wanted us to have the best time!’

• Semi Private Group Dining at Hawksmoor Guildhall, from £30 per person (up to 44 guests seated)
  Venue said: Our dining space is available for large groups, various parties and gatherings, where you can enjoy some of London’s best group dining and event options.

Central London offers plenty of fantastic venues of all types. It doesn’t matter what your budget is or what wedding theme you are going for, you can be sure you will find somewhere perfect there. If you’re thinking of throwing a spectacular bash, we recommend you have a look at hotels, halls and banqueting suites. When hosting an intimate wedding reception just for your nearest and dearest, you should choose one of Central London’s restaurants, private dining rooms or cafes. If you’re thinking outside the box and want your wedding celebration to be unique, the area also has art galleries, terraces and garden spaces waiting for you.