More and more couples are discovering that a smaller wedding can still feel every bit as beautiful, memorable, and full of love as a grand affair. Whether you call it an intimate wedding, micro wedding or city elopement, there are so many brilliant places in London to say “I do.”
Having photographed countless celebrations across the city – from chic town halls to stylish restaurants – I’ve rounded up a few of my favourite intimate London wedding venues that combine character, charm and that unmistakable London energy.
My favourite intimate London wedding locations
Old Marylebone Town Hall
First up is one of my all time favourites – Old Marylebone Town Hall, the ultimate venue for couples planning an intimate London wedding. The words ‘town hall’ might conjure up a particular image in your head, but the Old Marylebone Town Hall is lightyears away from a boring council room with faded carpets and outdated decor!
The Grade II-listed Edwardian building has 7 ceremony rooms to choose from, which can accommodate anywhere between 8-100 seated guests. Each room is a brilliant blend of old and modern, with panelled walls, ornate plasterwork, and feature fireplaces juxtaposed with muted colour palettes and contemporary light fittings to create a timeless feel. Leading up to these rooms is a grand marble staircase.
The outside of Old Marylebone Town Hall is super impressive too. It was built in a Graeco-Roman style, and its tall pillars and rounded alcoves make it the perfect backdrop for portraits! There’s no wonder it’s been the spot for so many celebrity weddings, including Paul McCartney…twice!
And it’s not all just aesthetics, either – the team have always been lovely when I’ve worked at The Old Marylebone Town Hall, and you’re treated with such care and attention even if there’s multiple other weddings going on at the same time (not that you’d even know!)
To see more of the venue, you can check this wedding on my blog. The small ceremony was in the Pimlico Room, before heading for Champagne at the Langham.
Old Marylebone Town Hall is the most central of these intimate London wedding locations, so it’s a great ceremony spot if you’re then planning to continue the celebrations somewhere else special.
Hackney Town Hall
Hackney Town Hall is another of my very favourite intimate London wedding venues. Though the rooms are slightly bigger than Old Marylebone Town Hall, with higher maximum capacities, they work just as well for smaller, cosier celebrations too.
The building dates back to 1937, and is art deco grandeur to the MAX. From the wood-panelled walls of the Committee Rooms to the in-the-round setup of the Council Chamber, the rooms are steeped in history and tradition. Even the hallways are sumptuous – and don’t even get me started on those curved marble staircases. Ok, you’ve got me started: they’re beautiful, and a lovely spot for some relaxed couples portraits. There are also the iconic steps out the front of the venue, too.
But perhaps the jewel in the crown that is this intimate London wedding location is The North and South Atria. These two spaces are the result of an award-winning renovation, and now feature innovative glass roofs, so the space feels like it’s outdoors, even though it’s fully indoors in the heart of East London.
J and J really leant into that bringing the outdoors-in vibe for their wedding day, and it felt like we were in a meadow, in the middle of Hackney! You can see more of their wedding day here.
With it’s central London location, from here, it’s a hop, skip and a jump to some of London’s coolest restaurants, eateries, and venue spaces; alternatively, of course, you could have your reception here too.
Chelsea Town Hall
The next of my favourite intimate London wedding locations is Chelsea Town Hall – if you’re dreaming of a classic London wedding you should totally check this venue out. This venue lies not only in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, but right in the centre of the famous King’s Road. As such, it’s hosted many famous weddings, including Judy Garland, Hugh Grant, and Pierce Brosnan.
As you’ve probably come to expect with these intimate London wedding locations by now, it’s a listed building that’s just as stunning on the inside as it is on the outside. It also has a rather stunning set of steps which are an iconic place for a couple’s shot, and for confetti, of course!
If you’re planning a really intimate wedding – as in, just the two of you – Chelsea Town Hall also offers a totally unique opportunity: thanks to its proximity to the Royal Chelsea Hospital, you could have two Chelsea Pensioners as your witnesses! In their red coats, they’re a totally iconic part of London’s history.
You can read all about Lulu and Simon’s Chelsea Town Hall’s wedding here – a great example of how smaller celebrations can still feel stylish and joyful.
London’s Tower Bridge
The final instalment of this list of intimate London wedding venues isn’t a Town Hall, old or otherwise: it’s London’s Iconic Tower Bridge.
There are loads of different spaces within this world-famous venue that are perfect for an avant-garde wedding celebration. Soak up the history of this impressive venue before making your own history by saying I do – because how many people can say they got married at London’s most defining landmark?!
Couples can exchange vows in the Walkways high above the river – glass floors beneath your feet and the city skyline stretching all around you – or choose one of the beautifully restored Engine Rooms for a more atmospheric setting.
It’s perfect for couples who want their small wedding to feel unforgettable, with an undeniable sense of place.
A Photographer Who’ll Fit Right In
If you’re planning an intimate London wedding, I’d love to capture it in a way that feels true to you – relaxed, genuine, and full of the joy that makes your story unique. Whether you’re exchanging vows at a grand London landmark or celebrating quietly in a favourite neighbourhood pub, my approach stays the same: effortless, quietly observant and guided by what matters most to you.
You can get in touch here to check your date or tell me more about your plans.
Or, if you’re still exploring ideas, you might like to read more about my Small & Intimate Wedding Photography approach.
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