Kingswood House is a 19th-Century, castle-like, grade-II listed mansion in South Dulwich. Kingswood House reopened earlier this year as Kingswood Arts, a community arts centre and creative hub! Kingswood House, aka “Bovril Castle” combines the charm and character of a grand Victorian building, with the versatility of a modern events venue - offering the benefits of both for your special day.
If you are looking for a meaningful and thoughtful way to celebrate your event or wedding, then Kingswood Arts is the best option for you. As a not-for-profit organisation, all proceeds generated from our events go towards providing free classes & activities for young people in the local community, including music, dance, visual arts, and theatre activities, as well as helping to restore this spectacular mansion of British heritage to its original glory. So, by choosing us you are doing a great thing #goodkarmaevents.
The recently renovated ballrooms can host parties of up to 150 guests for dinner plus an additional 150 evening guests. Our ballrooms can also be hired out separately for smaller, more intimate events. Our rooms can be set up according to your type of event and they come with a dedicated events coordinator who will help you organise your special event. Our professional and friendly events team, including a dedicated events coordinator, will be looking after you and your guests on the day, making sure everything runs smoothly. We are happy to recommend suppliers for anything additional you might need to make your event extra special, and we work closely with a fantastic range of in-house caterers. Our rooms are also licensed for civil ceremonies.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Guillaume Dore
We look forward to welcoming you to Kingswood House and making your special day come through taking the extra care and attention in organising it so that on the day all you have to do is enjoy yourself with your guests and family!
Describe the best wedding that happened at Kingswood Arts?
Every Wedding has been special at Kingswood all are married couples are the best!
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
It is your day and no one else's enjoy it the way you want - make it unforgettable.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
From two different buffet of food representing the two different cultures of one couple to the young new groom playing and singing at the piano for his new wife there have many unforgettable moments all worth a mention
Describe Kingswood Arts in 5 adjectives
Grand, Warm, Idilic, Glorious, Historic
Where’s the best photo spot at Kingswood Arts?
On the Terrace is a favourite on a sunny day, The Palm Court is also very popular as is the great Hall
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Kingswood Arts?
Shhhhhhhhhhh, we can't tell you that - It's a secret..............
What’s your favourite canapé?
Has to be Cucumber-Dill!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Chocolate-covered strawberries 🍓🍓, simple but timeless.
What is Kingswood Arts most unique feature?
Our amazing couples make our venue unique - We have the very best couples!
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The bespoke feel to the weddings we host, every single one is different to the last.