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Top Reception Venues in Docklands
Docklands is an exceptional destination for your wedding reception, featuring unique waterfront spaces that offer breathtaking views of the River Thames and the iconic London skyline. Discover versatile indoor and outdoor venues suitable for everything from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, lavish banquets, and stylish cocktail parties. Seize your chance to create lasting memories—explore our wedding reception venues and make your special day truly unforgettable!
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![Riverside Room at London Museum Docklands in Canary Wharf, Docklands]()
from £2350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityRiverside Room
150 guestsLondon Museum DocklandsWestferry StationCanary Wharf, DocklandsThe new Riverside Room, which is located on the right side of the Muscovado Hall as you enter the museum, benefits from its own entrance and private terrace meaning guests can enjoy the Canary Wharf skyline, as well as the -
![Ballroom at Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection in Canary Wharf, Docklands]()
from £4200
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityBallroom
220 guestsCanary Riverside Plaza, Vignette CollectionWestferry StationCanary Wharf, DocklandsWhether hosting a corporate event or a social celebration, the Ballroom offers a striking and adaptable venue to suit your needs. -
![Full Venue at Big Fridge in Docklands, London]()
from £5000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityFull Venue
550 guestsBig FridgeRoyal Albert StationDocklands, LondonThe defining quality of The Big Fridge is its sheer volume of space. The high ceilings, long sightlines and deep interior give productions a sense of freedom and spectacle that’s rare in London. -
![Ontario Room at Radisson Blu Hotel. London Canary Wharf East in Docklands, London]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityOntario Room
250 guestsRadisson Blu Hotel. London Canary Wharf EastBlackwall StationDocklands, LondonThe beautifully decorated room is flooded with natural light and can host a stylish boardroom for up to 30 delegates. Intelligent technology makes everything beautifully simple, with intuitive touch-screen control systems. -
![Wedding by the Docks at Crowne Plaza London Docklands in Docklands, London]()
from £5000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWedding by the Docks
250 guestsCrowne Plaza London DocklandsRoyal Victoria StationDocklands, LondonThe Docklands Suite is our largest event suite that can be split into 2 suites with a partition. This space is most suitable for large conferences, birthday parties and for weddings. -
![The Main Space at The Pelligon in Canary Wharf, Docklands]()
from £15000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Main Space
500 guestsThe PelligonCanary Wharf StationCanary Wharf, DocklandsThe venue’s main feature is its twenty-seven-metre high, glass vaulted Hall. With a capacity of up to 750 guests, the uninterrupted space can be adapted to suit a number of configurations, be it for production purposes, or -
![Entire Venue at Tereza Joanne in Docklands, London]()
from £3600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
160 guestsTereza JoanneGallions Reach StationDocklands, LondonThis event space is perfect for various types of celebrations, such as weddings, birthday parties, proms and funeral receptions. The layout can be arranged for dining or ceremony-style seating, with rows of chairs facing -
![Sundown Bar at Sunborn London Yacht Hotel in Docklands, London]()
from £5000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilitySundown Bar
120 guestsSunborn London Yacht HotelCustom House StationDocklands, LondonWith its unique atmosphere, our space is an ideal space for numerous events, such as receptions, corporate events, banquets and many more. -
![Meeting Success Lounge at Crowne Plaza London Docklands in Docklands, London]()
from £1500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMeeting Success Lounge
150 guestsCrowne Plaza London DocklandsRoyal Victoria StationDocklands, LondonThe Meeting Success Lounge is our lobby/lounge before entering the meeting suites. This is mainly used for drinks receptions and also as a networking space. -
![Wedding at Sunborn London Yacht Hotel in Docklands, London]()
from £4580
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWedding
60 guestsSunborn London Yacht HotelCustom House StationDocklands, LondonThe Sky Lounge at Sunborn London Yacht Hotel is the perfect place for numerous types of events, such as weddings, conferences, meetings or private parties. -
![Living Room at Good Hotel London in Docklands, London]()
from £79
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLiving Room
70 guestsGood Hotel LondonRoyal Victoria StationDocklands, LondonIf you’re planning a dinner for a special occasion, a big meeting or a cocktail-style event, The Living Room is the ideal place to host. The whole space is flooded with natural light and has impressive views across the river. -
![The Snug at Fox@ExCeL in Docklands, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Snug
40 guestsFox@ExCeLCustom House StationDocklands, LondonThe Snug is a raised platform overlooking the main Warehouse bar that can be included with hiring the Warehouse or as an independent space. This space offers the great atmosphere while still giving a private room.
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Prices of wedding reception venues average £2500 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 Docklands, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1000 | to £5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £45 | to £80 | per person |
| From £1400 | to £5000 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Wedding by the Docks at Crowne Plaza London Docklands in Docklands - rated 5/5
Venue said: This space is most suitable for large conferences, birthday parties and for weddings. We also use the Docklands Suite for the majority of our Christmas Private parties and also shared parties. -
Riverside Conservatory at The Gun in Docklands - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: The Gun, a grade II listed 250 year old venue, is a stunning riverside setting steeped in rich naval and Docklands history. Our traditional, elegant and award winning pub offers you and your guests the best of British cuisine, -
Riverside Room at London Museum Docklands in Canary Wharf - rated 4.7/5
Venue said: London Museum Docklands is a venue with deep roots in the past, yet views of the contemporary Canary Wharf skyline envelop it in its stunning panorama.
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 Docklands, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average £800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 160 guests | prices average £1600 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 220 guests | prices average £6000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 220 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £4725 hire fee per event | typically between 120 and 275 guests |
| Meeting Room | prices average £4725 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 65 guests |
| Bar | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 200 guests |
Smaller wedding reception venues usually fit up to 70 guests seated. Here are some great options in Docklands, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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The Canary Yacht at The Canary Yacht - yacht for 50 guests
Venue said: Super Yacht moored up in the middle of central London! Perfect for parties, weddings, corporate events and more. While the yacht is equipped with a small kitchen, it is best suited for preparing meals for up to 10 guests. -
Quayside Room at London Museum Docklands, rated 4.7/5 - event space for 70 guests
Venue said: With flexibility in layout, it is a popular venue for daytime events and evening receptions. Located on the third floor, the room leads directly into the museum’s galleries, which your guests are welcome to explore during... -
City Room at Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection - meeting room for 65 guests
Venue said: With its floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views of Canary Wharf's skyline and flooding the room with natural light, the City Room is a highly sought-after venue for meetings, presentations, and small conferences.
Cheap wedding reception venues in Docklands start from £40 hire fee per hour or £400 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Sports Hall at Limehouse Sports and Events Centre, from £44 hire fee per hour (up to 150 guests seated)
Venue said: The Limehouse Sports and Events Centre is ideal for everything from small interviews to sporting events. In addition to private rooms and a sports hall the venue also has a climbing wall available for hire. -
Cellar Bar at Browns West India Quay, from £400 hire fee per event (up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: With standing capacity indoor and outdoor of up to 300, seated up to 110 inside and 200 combining inside and out, it is the perfect space for any occasion. -
Blue room at Good Hotel London, from £1000 hire fee per day (up to 40 guests seated)
Venue said: Our Blue Room is the second biggest of the private rooms. It offers a stunning panoramic view of the Royal Docks. It has natural daylight and windows that can be open to allow fresh air.
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