Something that's been trending lately is micro weddings—small, intimate weddings with only about fifty or so guests. They're best when you do a proper wedding ceremony and reception without all the fuss and hassle of a massive guest list. Still, even a small wedding reception or ceremony requires only the best venues, and London's got plenty of them!
Giggster has some of the best small wedding venues in the city, ranging from cafes with large glass windows and eclectic paintings to function rooms with high ceilings and stained glass windows. On the other hand, the Bandstand with views of the London skyline makes for a magnificent setting that you'll never forget.
Looking for something in a more budget range? A studio and office space with blank white walls and accent lighting can be spruced up very easily for a wedding day with friends and family.
Giggster's list of intimate wedding venues in London offers you the choicest picks of the whole lot. Look through the Giggster site and pick out the venues that call out to your imagination the most.
London Micro Wedding Venues Curated by Giggster
Just because you're opting for an intimate wedding venue doesn't mean you can't have a full-scale celebration, complete with photographers, wedding planners and large-tiered cakes. It just means you're limiting the guest list to your closest friends and opting for some unique small wedding venues on Giggster.
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A gorgeous Georgian flat with a fireplace and original features is a spectacular place to pose for wedding photos that you'll print out and frame for your home.
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A chapel, with all of its history, makes for a pretty epic setting for a Gothic-style wedding and one that guests will remember their whole lives.
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A luxury hotel in the heart of South Kensington has just the kind of private dining room that you'd want for a small and intimate wedding reception while still being grand.
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A villa mansion with a pool in North London can be booked out for the wedding ceremony and reception. With tennis courts and a sauna, there's a great deal to entertain guests.
Incredible Micro Wedding Locations in London Start at £16/hour
Exceptional Variety & Quality: If you're looking for an intimate wedding celebration, one of Giggster's 1233 venues in London is the perfect backdrop for it. A garden with river views or a charming event space within a Mayfair mansion are both equally eligible.
Hassle-Free Booking: Look through our different venues on the Giggster site and go through all the information about each property before making a booking, from whether the venue offers in-house catering to how much the rental price is. Giggster venues in London start at £16/hour.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: No one wants to start off wedding planning with cancellations but emergencies are sometimes inevitable. Book at least 48 hours prior to the event and we'll allow free cancellations within 24 hours of receiving booking confirmation.
Platform Protections: Additionally, if you're still worried about things like damages and liabilities, Giggster provides optional protection against them. So now you can go ahead and book Urban Oasis North London - QUIET stunning location without stressing!
Things to Consider for Your Micro Wedding in London
A micro wedding is ideal for couples who want to keep it low-key (and relatively cheaper). If you plan on tying the knot in London, here are a few things to keep in mind.
Advantages
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If you're throwing a small and intimate affair, there's no end to beautiful ballrooms and event spaces where you can host in London.
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Your guests will never be bored. Even outside the ceremony, they can head to Tower Bridge, Kew Gardens or a short stroll along the River Thames.
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There are plenty of restaurants, bakeries and catering companies that can provide great food for your wedding, probably just a stone's throw from the venue.
Disadvantages
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London can obviously be extremely touristy, especially during the summer. So pushing and shoving against crowds while going about your errands is a norm.
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If there's one big con against the city, it's the weather. Dreary rains and clouds can bring down the mood on the wedding day.
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While public transport in London is excellent, if you're trying to get around by car, be prepared for extreme traffic congestion and waits.
Choosing the Right Type of Location for a Micro Wedding in London
When it comes to small wedding venues, London's 1233 Giggster venues can certainly deliver. Go through all the venues on the website and find the place that fits your dream wedding venue.
Church/Chapel – Traditional Ceremonies. For the more conventional couple who want to celebrate their wedding day in a church or chapel, there are many options in London. A small wedding ceremony in a church or chapel with its glittering starry ceilings will make this special day even more precious.
Ballroom – Versatile Venues. An intimate celebration can still happen in a grand venue like a ballroom with vaulted ceilings and stained glass windows. Reception venues with sparkling chandeliers, function rooms, or industrial-style events venues are just right for your ceremony and reception.
Garden Oasis – Enjoy the Lush Greenery. And if you are looking for an outdoor space to serve as a stunning backdrop to your intimate wedding, a house with a garden and enviable river views or an outdoor private garden oasis with large trees in the very heart of London is ideal. Take advantage of rare sunny days during the summer.
House – Privacy and Serenity. From a retro-themed condo in East London with lots of potted plants to a magnificent modern house with lots of light and a backyard, a private house may be an unusual small wedding venue. But booking out the whole venue allows you the kind of peace and quiet that most other places simply cannot offer.
Restaurant/Bar – Good Food and Drinks. What better place to host a small wedding than a restaurant or tavern that comes with in-house dining options? If you're a maximalist despite wanting a micro wedding, go for a gin parlour. Alternatively, a London gastropub with a covered patio is an equally gorgeous venue with amazing food and ice-cold beer.
Planning Your Micro Wedding in London
Whether you're planning religious or civil ceremonies, there are a ton of things to keep track of during wedding planning and we wouldn't blame you for being overwhelmed. The key would be to go step by step!
Decide on Your Budget – Just buying things and deciding on wedding packages willy-nilly without taking into account your budget is what ends up causing a shock at the end. Rather, if you decide on everything at the beginning, you're less likely to waste money.
Pick the Venue – Obviously, a small wedding venue means fewer guests and that's the attraction of a micro wedding. With so many wedding venues on Giggster to choose from, all you really need to worry about is seating arrangements.
Speak to Vendors – From bakers to dressmakers, decorators who can go for whimsical themes with fairy lights or photographers to take care of the wedding photography and take pictures of the wedding party, wedding vendors all have their own visions. And you have to see if theirs matches up with yours.
Build Your Registry – Even a small group of people want to bring gifts for the happy couple. If you have your registry in place, it's much easier for them to choose.
Send Out Invitations – A wedding is the only thing where you should really opt for good quality stationary over digital invites. It adds a luxurious touch that everyone will enjoy.
How to Save Money on Your Micro Wedding in London
There's more to planning a wedding than just getting the perfect venue. And if you're trying to plan a wedding on a budget, that means even more planning!
Choose the date and time carefully.
A weekday wedding is always going to be cheaper than a wedding on a Saturday or Sunday. And with micro weddings, unlike larger weddings, the guests may all manage to get the time off to attend on the big day.
Keep your guest list short.
That's the thing with small weddings. The smaller the number of guests, the less you'll be spending. Thirty to forty people is ideal for a micro wedding.
DIY the decor and personal touches.
With the number of blog posts around, it's easy to sit down and make some table settings or party favours by hand. Personal touches like that always make a guest feel welcome and wanted.
Make sure there's no food wastage.
With a wedding reception of this size, there's really no point in setting up a big buffet. It's much better to plan a sit-down meal of three or four courses that can be served to the guests.
London Micro Weddings with Giggster
From a central London event venue with grand chandeliers and pillars along the length of the room to a private space like a large, stylish, light-filled Victorian garden, Giggster's intimate wedding venues in London are guaranteed to win hearts. Plus, they'll look absolutely beautiful in all the wedding photographs!
