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Celebrate Your Wedding at The Wallace Collection
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that blends timeless elegance with artistic grandeur, The Wallace Collection in London is a perfect choice. Located in the historic Hertford House, right in the city’s heart, this iconic art gallery offers a stunning setting surrounded by world-class masterpieces and exquisite 18th-century architecture. Imagine exchanging vows and celebrating your love in a venue that once welcomed London’s elite to unforgettable parties.
Event Spaces & Capacities
The Wallace Collection offers exclusive use of its beautiful spaces after public hours, giving you the freedom to design your wedding exactly as you envision it. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, there’s a space to suit your style and guest list:
- The Courtyard: A versatile and enchanting space with a glass roof and leafy surroundings. It can host up to 300 guests for a standing reception or 160 for a seated dinner—ideal for larger celebrations.
- The Great Gallery: Featuring rich red walls, natural skylights, and a world-renowned collection of Old Master paintings, this elegant room is perfect for a seated dinner of up to 120 guests or a reception for 250. It’s also a beautiful spot for symbolic blessings and vow exchanges.
- The Drawing Room Suite: With timeless décor and fine artworks, this suite is perfect for pre-dinner drinks or stand-alone receptions, accommodating up to 160 guests.
Planning Your Wedding Day
Your wedding at The Wallace Collection typically begins with a welcome drinks and canapé reception in one of the stunning first-floor galleries. Guests arrive via the grand staircase, setting a dramatic and elegant tone for the day. Dinner and dancing can then take place in either the Great Gallery or the Courtyard, depending on your preference.
The venue operates on a dry-hire basis, giving you access to a carefully curated list of exceptional catering suppliers to craft a dining experience that’s uniquely yours. Plus, an experienced events manager is included with your hire to guide you through the planning process and ensure your wedding runs seamlessly.
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- GGary & Geraldine07/10/2017‘The most memorable occasion…’ ‘The most memorable occasion…’Thank you for helping to make our wedding reception the most wonderful and memorable occasion ever! We have received such wonderful feedback it is a credit to you all. Thank you for helping to make our wedding reception the most wonderful and memorable occasion ever! We have received such wonderful feedback it is a credit to you all.
- LLydia & Steve06/01/2017Thank you so much for a spectacular eveningThank you so much for a spectacular eveningIt all worked perfectly and we absolutely had the most amazing evening. Our guests loved it. Thank you for all your hard work over the last year in getting it all together. It has been a real pleasure to work with you both.It all worked perfectly and we absolutely had the most amazing evening. Our guests loved it. Thank you for all your hard work over the last year in getting it all together. It has been a real pleasure to work with you both.
Location & Contact Details for The Wallace Collection
Where is The Wallace Collection wedding venue located?
The Wallace Collection is located at W1U 3BN, Manchester Square, City of London, England, GB, housed in the historic Hertford House near the heart of London.
What types of wedding event spaces does The Wallace Collection offer?
The Wallace Collection offers three main event spaces for weddings:
- The Courtyard: Glass-roofed courtyard seating up to 160 guests for dinner or 300 for standing receptions.
- The Great Gallery: Elegant room with Old Master paintings for up to 120 guests seated or 250 reception guests.
- The Drawing Room Suite: Timeless décor space suitable for up to 160 guests for drinks or receptions.
Can I have exclusive use of The Wallace Collection for my wedding?
Yes, exclusive use of The Wallace Collection is available after public hours, allowing you to design and celebrate your wedding with privacy and flexibility.
What is the maximum guest capacity for a seated wedding dinner at The Wallace Collection?
The maximum seated dinner capacity at The Wallace Collection is 160 guests in The Courtyard and 120 guests in The Great Gallery, depending on the space chosen.
Does The Wallace Collection provide catering for weddings?
The venue operates on a dry-hire basis but gives you access to a carefully curated list of exceptional catering suppliers so you can create a personalized dining experience for your wedding.
Is there an events manager to assist with wedding planning at The Wallace Collection?
Yes, an experienced events manager is included with your venue hire to guide you through the planning process and ensure your wedding day runs smoothly.
What makes The Wallace Collection a unique wedding venue in London?
The Wallace Collection offers a unique blend of timeless elegance and artistic grandeur, set within a historic art gallery filled with world-class masterpieces and exquisite 18th-century architecture for an unforgettable celebration.
Can I hold my wedding ceremony at The Wallace Collection?
Yes, The Great Gallery at The Wallace Collection is a beautiful spot for symbolic blessings and vow exchanges, perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies.
What is the typical flow of a wedding day at The Wallace Collection?
A typical wedding day begins with welcome drinks and canapés in one of the stunning first-floor galleries, followed by dinner and dancing in either The Great Gallery or The Courtyard, depending on your preference.
Are there any restrictions on decorating the spaces at The Wallace Collection for weddings?
While the venue’s historic nature requires respectful decoration, the exclusive use after hours provides plenty of freedom to personalize the space to your vision within reasonable guidelines that will be provided during planning.
