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Price: £520 – £4,100
Guests: 200
Description
Description
Boasting the finest Georgian interiors in Bath, the Guildhall is a stunning backdrop for wedding parties, large or small. It has two ornate ceremony rooms and a grand Banqueting Room, giving you the freedom to continue your celebrations on-site or take a short stroll to the nearby Roman Baths & Pump Room for your evening reception.
You have a choice of two ceremony rooms: the Council Chamber, with its dramatic dark wood, fixed seating, and marble columns, or the classically beautiful Brunswick Room, which offers plenty of scope for customisation.
The Banqueting Room, the largest room in the Guildhall, is decorated with intricate cornicing, glittering chandeliers, and royal portraits. It is a stately room and with the option to choose all your own suppliers, it is a surprisingly versatile venue for wedding ceremonies or receptions. The Banqueting Room can accommodate up to 200 guests for a seated dinner, although this number reduces should you wish to add a stage and space for a dance floor.
Adjoining this grand room is the Aix-en-Provence Room, an inviting smaller space perfectly suited to act as a bar area.
The Guildhall allows flexibility in choosing your catering. The venue has a list of trusted caterers who are familiar with the Guildhall and its kitchen and have been endorsed by previous clients.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Debs Coutts
Thank you for getting in touch with the team at Bath's Historic Venues. The Guildhall is a wonderful venue and we'd love to show you around. If you would like to book an appointment to view the venue or if you have any further questions, we'd be delighted to help.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1996
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
9
Overview of The Guildhall, Bath
Wedding Venue Type
Event Venue
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
300
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Venue Details
Wedding Catering
Alcohol license
No corkage charge for own alcohol
External catering permitted
Cultural Specialists
Asian Wedding Specialist
Pricing for The Guildhall, Bath
Pricing for The Guildhall, Bath
What's Included?
Furniture included
Exclusive use
Choice of preferred caterers
As part of the hire fee we include: tables, chairs, staging, and a PA system for speeches. Your chosen caterer can provide all crockery and linens, and should they need more information regarding the kitchen facilities we can speak to them or arrange a site visit. If your caterer doesn’t offer a bar facility, we can also put you in touch with suitable pop-up bar providers.
Discounted rates are offered for off peak dates – visit our website for all our offers and packages.
We do not charge corkage and we are flexible with your catering choices.
Hide detailsReviews (6)
- CCatherine & David14/11/2025Thank you so much for being part of our day! Thank you so much for being part of our day!You and all of the staff at the Guildhall were beyond incredible - we’ve had so many compliments on how well the day went and a big part of that was down to you and your amazing staff. Many, many thanks to all of you. The venue is so stunning and we feel so privileged to be a very small part of its history of celebrating our marriage there. Every time we walk past I am overwhelmed with happy memories!You and all of the staff at the Guildhall were beyond incredible - we’ve had so many compliments on how well the day went and a big part of that was down to you and your amazing staff. Many, many thanks to all of you. The venue is so stunning and we feel so privileged to be a very small part of its history of celebrating our marriage there. Every time we walk past I am overwhelmed with happy memories!
- MMayur14/11/2025Historic beauty with exceptional serviceHistoric beauty with exceptional serviceWe recently visited the Guildhall for our cousin’s wedding, and it was nothing short of magical! Steeped in history and full of charm, this iconic venue in the heart of the city centre is simply breathtaking. The interiors are rich, elegant, and timeless—every corner made for stunning wedding photos. The staff were outstanding—warm, approachable, and always ready to help—making the entire experience and memorable. We recently visited the Guildhall for our cousin’s wedding, and it was nothing short of magical! Steeped in history and full of charm, this iconic venue in the heart of the city centre is simply breathtaking. The interiors are rich, elegant, and timeless—every corner made for stunning wedding photos. The staff were outstanding—warm, approachable, and always ready to help—making the entire experience and memorable.
- FFrances & Dominic12/06/2025Everything was wonderful…we had the most amazing dEverything was wonderful…we had the most amazing dEverything was wonderful…we had the most amazing day! Everything was wonderful…we had the most amazing day!
- WWill & Naomi12/06/2025Thank you sooooo much for your help throughout!Thank you sooooo much for your help throughout!Thank you sooooo much for your help throughout, you've really helped us work through all the details and taken away a lot of the things we would have worried about. Thank you sooooo much for your help throughout, you've really helped us work through all the details and taken away a lot of the things we would have worried about.
- AA05/01/2020Beautiful BeautifulMy mum and step dad had their wedding here a few years ago and it was really beautiful, they also had access to the park afterwards for pictures My mum and step dad had their wedding here a few years ago and it was really beautiful, they also had access to the park afterwards for pictures
- HHelen bridger01/11/2018Best day Best dayBest day of my life quiet and simple but just the bestBest day of my life quiet and simple but just the best
Location & Contact Details for The Guildhall, Bath
Location & Contact Details for The Guildhall, Bath
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
It is hard to choose! With a choice of caterers, we have seen some wonderfully themed menus.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Speak to your venue about trusted suppliers - they'll be able to help you choose people who are reliable and creative.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Handcrafted favours are a winner! Especially things that guests can treasure or display in their home.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Historic, ornate, stately, grand, flexible.
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
The marble and oak staircases, the glittering chandeliers or next to the royal portrait of Queen Charlotte make a lovely backdrops for photos, but just across the road is beautifully kept Parade Gardens overlooking the River Avon and Pulteney Bridge.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Although we haven't hosted any celebrity weddings, we have hosted lots of VIP's at the venue and plenty of filming. The Banqueting Room was used for a memorable scene in season 1 of Bridgerton, where Daphne and the Duke make their pact.
What’s your favourite canapé?
Wild mushroom and saffron infused risotto ball with fresh parmesan - yum!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Late night bacon baps!
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The Banqueting Room is reputed to have the finest interior in Bath, with Corinthian columns, 18th-century chandeliers and royal portraits - of Queen Charlotte & King George III.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The Banqueting Room has been used for hospitality and entertainment for more than 200 years, the income from events at the Guildhall go towards supporting the community in Bath & North East Somerset.
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