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A Historic London Pub Perfect for Your Wedding Celebration
Located in the heart of Clerkenwell, The Crown Tavern offers a charming mix of historic character and modern style—an ideal backdrop for your wedding day. Whether you’re planning a relaxed gathering or a more formal event, our venue provides an intimate and memorable experience tailored just for you.
Conveniently close to beautiful churches like St. James Church and St. John Priory Church, The Crown Tavern is a fantastic choice for your reception or post-ceremony celebration.
Wedding Spaces Designed to Fit Your Vision
- The Apollo Room: Once a famous concert hall, this bright and spacious room features original details and views over Clerkenwell Green. It includes a private bar and sound system, making it perfect for dining and dancing. It comfortably seats up to 35 guests for a meal or holds up to 50 for a standing reception.
- The Francis Baring Room & The Parlour: Stylish and versatile, these rooms work beautifully for intimate gatherings or larger receptions with elegant banquets.
- Exclusive Hire: For couples wanting complete privacy, you can book the entire pub for your wedding day, giving you and your guests full access to all our unique spaces.
Delicious Menus Crafted Just for You
Our expert chefs focus on creating a dining experience that reflects your tastes and the season, using the finest British ingredients. Together, we’ll design a menu that fits your style and celebration perfectly.
- Choose from a formal 3-course wedding breakfast, a relaxed sharing menu, or a selection of elegant canapés.
- We offer flexible catering options—from buffet-style spreads to refined wedding breakfasts—ensuring every dish complements your day’s atmosphere.
- Enhance your celebration with our extensive drinks packages, including Champagne receptions, curated wine selections, or even a personalized Gin & Tonic station.
At The Crown Tavern, our experienced team is here to bring your wedding vision to life. From planning to the final toast, we’ll handle the details so you can focus on enjoying every moment of your special day.
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Reviews (9)
- DDesign My Night12/07/202310/1010/10Our wedding reception at The Crown 8.9.18. What can we say? 10/10 is not enough. Attentive and helpful staff who went the extra mile throughout the organising and on the day. Decorated venue beautifully. Service great. Everyone commented on it being first class. You’ve helped create great memories. Thank you.Our wedding reception at The Crown 8.9.18. What can we say? 10/10 is not enough. Attentive and helpful staff who went the extra mile throughout the organising and on the day. Decorated venue beautifully. Service great. Everyone commented on it being first class. You’ve helped create great memories. Thank you.
- LLynne12/07/2023Would highly recommendWould highly recommendWe had our wedding reception for people at the pub and it went without a hitch! The food was great, the atmosphere was lovely and some of the staff bent over backwards to help. We couldn’t have asked for more! Would highly recommend!!We had our wedding reception for people at the pub and it went without a hitch! The food was great, the atmosphere was lovely and some of the staff bent over backwards to help. We couldn’t have asked for more! Would highly recommend!!
- TTripAdvisor12/07/2023Really attentiveReally attentiveWe celebrated our wedding with a party at The Crown - we had the restaurant space and courtyard. It was a great evening and everyone commented on how good the buffet was, the staff were really attentive and we were able to decorate the space. Would highly recommend The Crown whether it's for a meal or party!We celebrated our wedding with a party at The Crown - we had the restaurant space and courtyard. It was a great evening and everyone commented on how good the buffet was, the staff were really attentive and we were able to decorate the space. Would highly recommend The Crown whether it's for a meal or party!
- DDesign My Night12/07/2023Absolutely fantastic weddingAbsolutely fantastic weddingAbsolutely fantastic wedding party held here. Incredibly friendly, accommodating staff and the manager did everything he could to make sure we had the best time possible. Was a night we'll never forget! Thanks to all at The Crown Tavern, we appreciate all you did to make our day as excellent as it was!Absolutely fantastic wedding party held here. Incredibly friendly, accommodating staff and the manager did everything he could to make sure we had the best time possible. Was a night we'll never forget! Thanks to all at The Crown Tavern, we appreciate all you did to make our day as excellent as it was!
- DDesign My Night12/07/2023Food was amazingFood was amazingWe held our wedding reception here on 31st July and it was perfect the food was amazing and enjoyed by all and the staff were so helpful and friendly. The venue is also lovely and clean and spacious especially in the Francis Baring room where we had our event. We will definitely recommend this venue and will be back again for lunch soon.We held our wedding reception here on 31st July and it was perfect the food was amazing and enjoyed by all and the staff were so helpful and friendly. The venue is also lovely and clean and spacious especially in the Francis Baring room where we had our event. We will definitely recommend this venue and will be back again for lunch soon.
- PP & D12/07/2023An absolutely brilliant, memorable nightAn absolutely brilliant, memorable nightWe held our wedding party here for 150 guests. The staff were incredibly friendly and did all they could to ensure the night went smoothly. The manager was really accommodating and made sure every base was covered before the party went ahead. Food was excellent and the band accommodated with set up time and space. We had an absolutely brilliant, memorable night! Thanks to all at The Crown Tavern. P & DWe held our wedding party here for 150 guests. The staff were incredibly friendly and did all they could to ensure the night went smoothly. The manager was really accommodating and made sure every base was covered before the party went ahead. Food was excellent and the band accommodated with set up time and space. We had an absolutely brilliant, memorable night! Thanks to all at The Crown Tavern. P & D
- DDesign My Night12/07/2023We had the loveliest day!We had the loveliest day!Me and my wife Rosie had our wedding reception here on Tuesday. Everything went perfectly, the staff were fantastic, the food was amazing and everyone was so helpful. Considering it was covid and there are of course restrictions we had the loveliest day! Thank you so muchMe and my wife Rosie had our wedding reception here on Tuesday. Everything went perfectly, the staff were fantastic, the food was amazing and everyone was so helpful. Considering it was covid and there are of course restrictions we had the loveliest day! Thank you so much
- DDesign My Night12/07/2023PerfectPerfectWe held our wedding reception here on 31st July and it was perfect the food was amazing and enjoyed by all and the staff were so helpful and friendly. The venue is also lovely and clean and spacious especially in the Francis Baring room where we had our event. We will definitely recommend this venue and will be back again for lunch soon.We held our wedding reception here on 31st July and it was perfect the food was amazing and enjoyed by all and the staff were so helpful and friendly. The venue is also lovely and clean and spacious especially in the Francis Baring room where we had our event. We will definitely recommend this venue and will be back again for lunch soon.
- DDesign My Night12/07/2023Highly recommendHighly recommendI hired crown tavern for my wedding and it was the perfect place for the occasion. They set up the place very nicely.. Simple yet elegant.. They offered me everything that fits my need.. Food was a plus.. staff were great. I spoke to sian, days prior the event he was very helpful and accommodating.. highly recommend placeI hired crown tavern for my wedding and it was the perfect place for the occasion. They set up the place very nicely.. Simple yet elegant.. They offered me everything that fits my need.. Food was a plus.. staff were great. I spoke to sian, days prior the event he was very helpful and accommodating.. highly recommend place
Location & Contact Details for Crown Tavern
Where is The Crown Tavern wedding venue located?
The Crown Tavern is located in the heart of Clerkenwell, Greater London, with the postal code SE12 0AJ in Lee. It offers a charming historic venue perfect for your wedding celebration in London, England.
What types of wedding spaces does The Crown Tavern offer?
The Crown Tavern offers several wedding spaces including:
- The Apollo Room: A bright, spacious former concert hall seating up to 35 guests for dining or 50 for a standing reception, featuring a private bar and sound system.
- The Francis Baring Room & The Parlour: Stylish and versatile rooms suitable for intimate or larger elegant banquets.
- Exclusive Hire: Option to book the entire pub for complete privacy and full access to all unique spaces.
Is The Crown Tavern suitable for both formal and relaxed wedding celebrations?
Yes, The Crown Tavern caters to both relaxed gatherings and more formal wedding events. Their versatile spaces and customizable menus are designed to fit the style and atmosphere you desire, ensuring an intimate and memorable experience.
Can I hold my wedding ceremony near The Crown Tavern?
The Crown Tavern is conveniently located close to beautiful churches such as St. James Church and St. John Priory Church, making it an excellent choice for your wedding reception or post-ceremony celebration after your ceremony nearby.
What catering options are available at The Crown Tavern for weddings?
The Crown Tavern offers a variety of catering options tailored to your preferences, including:
- Formal 3-course wedding breakfasts.
- Relaxed sharing menus.
- Elegant canapé selections.
- Flexible buffet-style spreads or refined meals, all crafted with fresh British seasonal ingredients.
Are there any special drinks packages available for weddings at The Crown Tavern?
Yes, guests can enjoy extensive drinks packages such as:
- Champagne receptions.
- Curated selections of fine wines.
- Personalized Gin & Tonic stations.
These options can be customized to enhance your wedding celebration.
Can The Crown Tavern accommodate both small and large wedding parties?
Yes, The Crown Tavern's various rooms accommodate different group sizes. The Apollo Room seats up to 35 for dining or 50 standing, while The Francis Baring Room & The Parlour can host intimate or larger elegant banquets. For complete privacy and larger groups, exclusive hire of the entire venue is available.
Does The Crown Tavern provide event planning assistance for weddings?
Yes, The Crown Tavern has an experienced team dedicated to bringing your wedding vision to life. From planning through to the final toast, they manage all the details so you can focus on enjoying your special day.
Is The Crown Tavern a historic venue?
Indeed, The Crown Tavern is a historic London pub blending original character with modern style. Its former Apollo Room is a famous concert hall with original features, providing a unique and charming venue for weddings.
How can I book The Crown Tavern for my wedding?
To enquire about availability or to book The Crown Tavern for your wedding, it is recommended to contact the venue directly. Their team will provide detailed information and assist you in tailoring the wedding experience to your needs.
