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Dominating the banks of the River Thames, the

Palace of Westminster’s resplendent façade heralds
this UNESCO World Heritage site as one of the most
iconic in the world. Over the centuries the Palace has
evolved to become the historical heart of the country,
and home of the United Kingdom’s Parliament.
Steeped in history, the Palace of Westminster provides a unique setting for your
wedding celebration. Your guests will experience a dramatic sense of occasion as
they enter Westminster Hall and pass through the stunning Central Lobby before
arriving at the House of Commons. Our impressive venues are exceptionally versatile
and ideal for any wedding occasion, from a civil ceremony to an intimate reception or
lavish wedding breakfast, we have the facilities to suit.

Using the skills and experience acquired from hosting glittering State occasions our
team of co-ordinators are able to offer you advice and inspiration for your special
day making the planning process enjoyable and stress free. From your initial visit,
planning the details and menu, right up to your special day, your event co-ordinator
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will be with you every step of the way.

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 CO N T EN TS

T H E CER EM O N Y 06

T H E CEL EB R AT I O N 08

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GE T I N TO U CH 18

“A truly picture perfect

venue for our special day”

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 “The Palace is breathtaking.
Everything you could want
in a wedding venue!”

THE
CEREMO N Y
Celebrate your vows with up to 150 guests in the
grandeur of the Members' Dining Room overlooking
the River Thames, or with up to 60 guests in the
beautiful oak panelled Jubilee Room. Both venues are
licensed with Westminster Council for civil ceremonies.

Ceremonies can take place between 10.30 and 16.30

on Saturdays and Fridays when neither House is
sitting. The latest ceremony can take place at 16.00

The Westminster Registry Office accepts provisional

bookings and will also allow you to give formal notice
of your ceremony up to 12 months before the day.

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 THE CELEBRATION

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MEM BER S’ JU BI LEE
DI N I NG ROOM ROOM
The Members' Dining Room creates a historical The Jubilee Room provides an intimate setting
backdrop for your nuptials, seating up to 150 seating up to 60 guests, perfect for an intimate
guests and overlooking the River Thames. ceremony.

CEREMONY CEREMONY
SEATED 150 SEATED 60

Room Dimensions: Room Dimensions:

21.8m x 8.0m x 6.05m 10.75m x 5.35m
(71’5” x 26’4” x 19’8”) (35’3” x 17’6”)
Area: 181.1m2 Area: 59.3m2

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MEM BER S’
DI N I NG ROOM
The Members' Dining Room is adorned with beautiful
flock wall paper, wooden relief sculptures and fascinating
paintings. This splendid room with exquisite detailing is
sure to impress your guests.
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S TR A NGER S’ PUGI N ROOM CHURCH I L L ROOM
DI N I NG ROOM This relaxing space provides an idyllic setting with The Churchill Room, renamed in honour of the formidable
wonderful views of the Thames and is the perfect venue ex-Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965).
The Strangers' Dining Room is decorated with
for an intimate reception. The large gilt brass and crystal With an abundance of natural day light and views of the
intricate wood carvings and the elaborate red flock
chandelier which commands the room is a piece that was River Thames this room provides a wonderful backdrop
wallpaper – designed and favoured by Augustus Welby
initially commissioned by the Earl of Shrewsbury by Pugin. for your wedding reception.
Northmore Pugin (1812-52) providing an elegant
setting for your special occasion.

SEATED SEATED SEATED SEATED

RECTANGLE 170 ROUNDS 60 RECTANGLE 18 RECTANGLE 100
ROUNDS 130 E-SHAPE 60 ROUNDS 20 ROUNDS 60

STANDING STANDING STANDING STANDING

RECEPTION 200 RECEPTION 100 RECEPTION 60 RECEPTION 100

Room Dimensions: Room Dimensions: Room Dimensions: Room Dimensions:

21.8m x 8.0m x 6.05m 10.6 x 8.3m x 6.05m 8.3m x 6.9m x 6.05m 15.15m x 7.6m x 4.17m
(71’5” x 26’4” x 19’8”) (33’7” x 27’2” x 19’8”) (27’2” x 22’6” x 19’8”) (49’7” x 24’9” x 13’7”)
Area: 181.1m2 Area: 90.8m2 Area: 57.9m2 Area: 127.9m2

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“We would never in our wildest

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dreams have anticipated such
high quality in every area”

T ERR ACE T HAM ES

PAV I L I O N
A purpose built marquee provides an ideal venue for
all weather conditions. The panoramic glass doors offer
uninterrupted views of the River Thames and open out
onto the Terrace. The oak wooden flooring and drapery
offer a perfect Tabula rasa for your special day.
PAV I L I O N
Situated on the lower ground floor, this newly renovated
marquee boasts light wooden flooring, neutral décor and
access out onto the Terrace. With uninterrupted views of
the River Thames this venue provides a great backdrop for
an intimate reception.

STANDING STANDING
RECEPTION 200 RECEPTION 60

Room Dimensions: Room Dimensions:

28.5m x 5.65m 11.3m x 5.6m
(93’6” x 18’6”) (37’ x 18’3”)

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Area: 161m2 Area: 61.9m2

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 THE FINISHING TOUCHES

CAT ERI NG
Our award winning kitchen team take as much pride
in catering for your wedding guests as they do for State
occasions hosted here at the House of Commons. Creating
seasonal menus with quality ingredients and impeccable
attention to detail you can be assured that your guests will
be wowed at every course.

From canapés to a six course banquet, we have a variety

of catering options to suit your timings and budget. Our
selection of venues offer the perfect setting to suit your
menu; a Champagne reception in our riverside Terrace
Pavilion, a traditional ‘British’ afternoon tea in the elegant
Churchill Room, an intimate dinner in the opulent Pugin
Room or the grandeur of a six course seasonal wedding
breakfast in our historic Members' Dining Room.

You and your guests can relax in the knowledge that our
team will deliver a sumptuous menu with exemplary service.

“It seems ‘thank you’ is too little but on

© Jakob Appel Gronkajer, Danish Apple

behalf of my husband and I ‘Thank you
All ’ from the bottom of our hearts”
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 FLOR A L
ARR A NGEMEN TS
Our florist will work with you to infuse the venue
with character and emotion inspired by you, providing
bespoke designs for your special day. From breath taking
bouquets to sensational floral centre pieces our florists
will guide you through the design process.

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© Parliamentary copyright/Matt Chung

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S TAT I O N ERY
From order of services to place cards our in-house print
team can provide stationery and print services for your
wedding. We can supply menu cards and place name
cards with the House of Commons Crowned Portcullis.
Badged menus can be provided ready printed or blank
for your own printing.
Our quick and easy printing service delivers high
quality printed table menus direct to your special
day. Speak to our event co-ordinators for further
information and prices.
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GET IN TOUCH
T HE GI F T SHOP CONTACT US
The House of Commons Shop offers an exclusive range of
high quality gifts suitable for all occasions and events. The range
includes confectionery, wines, spirits, glass, china and stationery.
Gifts and favours can be pre-ordered through the events
team or arrangements can be made for you to visit the
House of Commons Shop. If you require a large quantity
of a particular item a minimum of four weeks’ notice will
usually be necessary.
To view the products available please visit the Houses
of Parliament Shop website www.shop.parliament.uk
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 THE PALACE OF WESTMINSTER

CURTIS GREEN ENTRANCE

No1 DERBY GATE

HOW TO FI N D US
The Houses of Parliament are located in the heart of Westminster in
the centre of London (postcode SW1A 0AA), and are well served by
all forms of public transport, most of which is wheelchair accessible.

Arriving by rail
The nearest stations are Charing Cross,
Waterloo and Victoria (15-20 minutes walk). ABIN
GDO
N ST
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Arriving by underground T

Westminster Station (Circle, District

and Jubilee lines). Contact
For further information please contact
Arriving by bus the Facilities Events Team using the
Numbers: 3, 11, 12, 24, 53, 87,88, 148, details below, or visit our website at
159, 211, 453, N2, N11, N87, N136, www.parliament.uk/venue
N155, N159 and N381 all stop nearby.
Facilities Events Team
Accessibility T: 020 7219 3090
We welcome all visitors to Parliament and F: 020 7219 4944
continue to work to improve accessibility. E: hoceventsteam@parliament.uk
All our venues are accessible by wheelchair users. “To say you made HoCEventsUK

the whole experience a

pleasure is an understatement to
the roles that you all played”

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 Item Price No of people Total

Ceremony Venue Hire

Reception Venue Hire

Catering

Reception catering

Wedding breakfast catering

Evening reception catering

Floral arrangements

Stationary

Favours

Final total

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 “I just cannot begin to express how good
it has been to do all of this with you – strange
as it might be it seems like we have actually been able to
share the day with all of you – although we appreciate
it is your job you have made us feel as if we were
the only people you had to look after – and look
after us you most certainly did”

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