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The Nave at St Martin within Ludgate Church

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40 Ludgate Hill, London , EC4M 7DE – Show map
Blackfriars Station (350 yd)
Kerry P.

Kerry P.

Up to 140
seats
Up to 140
standing
125 m2
1346 ft2
In-house catering
External catering allowed

About this space

SMWL Church dates back to the 12th century and is one of the rare fifty -two Wren Churches left in London.

The Nave is a beautiful backdrop for a wedding ceremony, company Christmas carol service, filming and photography. With its stained glass windows, impressive high ceilings and contemporary carvings, the venue is sure to delight your guests. The pews with extra chairs can hold up to 140 people for a service.

The stunning Church has great acoustics as well as a piano and organ available for hire. Candelabra and flowers are permitted in the Church.

The converted gallery upstairs can also additionally be hired as a green room, bridal room or creche for children.

Capacity

Standing
up to 140
Theatre
up to 140

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
17:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Catering
Resident caterer is available upon request. Clients are also permitted to supply their own catering.
Tuesday
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
17:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Catering
Resident caterer is available upon request. Clients are also permitted to supply their own catering.
Wednesday
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
17:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Catering
Resident caterer is available upon request. Clients are also permitted to supply their own catering.
Thursday
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
17:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Catering
Resident caterer is available upon request. Clients are also permitted to supply their own catering.
Friday
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
17:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Catering
Resident caterer is available upon request. Clients are also permitted to supply their own catering.
Saturday
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
17:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Catering
Resident caterer is available upon request. Clients are also permitted to supply their own catering.
Sunday
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
17:00 – 21:30
from £600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Catering
Resident caterer is available upon request. Clients are also permitted to supply their own catering.

Catering

In-house catering
Allows external catering
Approved caterers only
BYO alcohol allowed
Can provide alcohol
Kitchen facilities available
Can provide halal
Can provide kosher
Complimentary water
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary tea and coffee
Buyout fee for external catering

Licences

Alcohol licence until 23:00

Wedding licence

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Natural light
Disabled access
Storage space
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Accommodation available
Parking available

Music & sound equipment

PA system / music speakers available
Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ

Venue welcomes

Ticketed events
VIP events
Enhanced security events

Rules of the space

The Church is situated on Ludgate Hill near St Paul's Cathedral and backs onto Stationers’ Hall's Garden. It has great transport links as it is situated directly opposite City Thameslink station (Ludgate Hill exit) and only a few minutes’ walk from St Paul's tube station.

About St Martin within Ludgate Church

SMWL Church provides the perfect blend of rich history with a contemporary feel for your Christmas service. The building dates back to the 12th century and is one of the rare fifty -two Wren Churches left in London.

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