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Welcome to The Coliseum Suite – Your Perfect Wedding Venue in Ilford
If you’re dreaming of a wedding venue that combines vintage charm with modern elegance, The Coliseum Suite in Ilford is an exceptional choice. This beautifully refurbished East London venue honors its history as an art deco cinema, featuring stunning original details like the classic ceiling and distinctive chequered floor. It’s a space where timeless style meets contemporary comfort, creating the perfect backdrop for your special day.
About The Coliseum Suite
With over 15 years of experience hosting unforgettable weddings and banquets, The Coliseum Suite has earned a reputation as one of the area’s premier venues. The dedicated in-house team brings more than a decade of event planning and catering expertise, ensuring every detail of your wedding is handled with care and professionalism. Whether you want a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, this venue offers a sophisticated atmosphere that will make your day truly memorable.
Capacities and Spaces
The Coliseum Suite is designed to be flexible, accommodating weddings of all sizes:
- Main banqueting hall seating between 200 and 650 guests comfortably
- Space for a large stage and a generous dancefloor to keep your guests entertained
- Options for smaller weddings starting from 100 guests, perfect for more intimate celebrations
- A luxurious, spacious bridal suite featuring mirrored dressing tables and a private bathroom—your ideal retreat on the big day
Wedding Services and Facilities
- Catering: Enjoy a diverse menu crafted by the experienced in-house catering team, Maala Banqueting. They specialize in Indian, Punjabi, Gujarati (including pure vegetarian and halal options), Lebanese, and Turkish cuisines. Whether you want traditional dishes or something unique, they can also provide live food stations to delight your guests. External caterers are welcome too.
- Decor: The in-house decor team is ready to help you create a personalized wedding atmosphere. From elegant wedding stages and mandaps to beautiful table centrepieces, drapery, and custom dancefloors, they’ll bring your vision to life.
- Facilities: The venue features state-of-the-art mood lighting, a brand new six-metre London-style bar, and a modern kitchen facility to support your event seamlessly.
- Parking: Secure private parking is available for up to 100 cars, with additional parking arrangements nearby for around 80 more vehicles—making it easy for your guests to arrive stress-free.
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Overview of The Coliseum Suite
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Location & Contact Details for The Coliseum Suite
What is The Coliseum Suite and where is it located?
The Coliseum Suite is a wedding venue located in Ilford, Greater London, England, with the postal code IG1 1QW. It combines vintage charm and modern elegance, originally an art deco cinema, now a beautifully refurbished space perfect for weddings.
What types of weddings can The Coliseum Suite accommodate?
The Coliseum Suite is flexible and can host weddings of all sizes. It features a main banqueting hall seating from 200 up to 650 guests, with options for more intimate weddings starting from 100 guests.
What unique historical features does The Coliseum Suite offer?
The venue honors its history as an art deco cinema, featuring stunning original details like a classic ceiling and distinctive chequered floor, offering a perfect vintage backdrop for your wedding photos and celebration.
What wedding services does The Coliseum Suite provide?
The venue offers several services including:
- In-house catering by Maala Banqueting specializing in Indian, Punjabi, Gujarati (pure vegetarian and halal options), Lebanese, and Turkish cuisines, with live food stations.
- In-house decor team to create personalized wedding stages, mandaps, table centrepieces, drapery, and custom dancefloors.
- State-of-the-art mood lighting, a six-metre London-style bar, and modern kitchen facilities.
Can external caterers be used at The Coliseum Suite?
Yes, The Coliseum Suite welcomes external caterers alongside its own in-house catering team, allowing you the flexibility to choose your preferred menu for your wedding celebration.
Does The Coliseum Suite offer bridal suite amenities?
Yes, the venue includes a luxurious and spacious bridal suite featuring mirrored dressing tables and a private bathroom, providing an ideal retreat for the bride on the big day.
What are the parking facilities available for guests at The Coliseum Suite?
The Coliseum Suite offers secure private parking for up to 100 cars directly at the venue. Additionally, there are nearby parking arrangements for around 80 more vehicles, ensuring convenient and stress-free arrival for your guests.
Is The Coliseum Suite suitable for large events and entertainment?
Absolutely! The venue features a main banqueting hall that comfortably seats between 200 and 650 guests, with ample space for a large stage and a generous dancefloor to keep your guests entertained throughout the celebration.
How experienced is the team at The Coliseum Suite in wedding planning and catering?
The Coliseum Suite has over 15 years of experience hosting unforgettable weddings, with a dedicated in-house team bringing more than a decade of event planning and catering expertise. They handle every detail professionally to ensure a seamless wedding experience.
How can the decor be customized at The Coliseum Suite?
The in-house decor team at The Coliseum Suite assists couples in creating a personalized wedding atmosphere. They offer elegant wedding stages, mandaps, custom table centrepieces, drapery, and bespoke dancefloors tailored to your vision.
