Weddings

There can be no grander backdrop for your special day than the Old Royal Naval College.

Imagine arriving by boat and taking drinks and photographs in the ornate College grounds. Picture your wedding ceremony and reception in the elegant setting of the Painted Hall or another of the beautiful and historic rooms available.

Whether your heart is set on an intimate party for your closest family and friends or an extravagant celebration, we can accommodate your wishes to surpass your expectations.

An unforgettable experience

Your wedding party can look forward to exquisite food created by our highly acclaimed chefs, complemented by specially selected wines. Menus and other arrangements, such as entertainment, florists and linen can be planned with the expert assistance of our dedicated Events Team to ensure your wedding day is everything you ever dreamed of.

Your celebration can be held in various stunning venues throughout the Old Royal Naval College, from the magnificent Painted Hall to the intimacy of the Admirals House.

We are able to host wedding breakfasts for as few as 20 and as many as 480 guests. For civil ceremonies, we can cater for between 20 and 200 guests.

Maximum guest numbers available per room:

Painted Hall
Ceremonies (200), seated wedding breakfasts (480), buffet wedding breakfasts (350), unavailable for dancing.

Queen Mary Ante Room
Seated wedding breakfasts (200), buffet wedding breakfasts (160), dancing (250)

King William Restaurant
Seated wedding breakfasts (120), buffet wedding breakfasts (120), dancing (120)

Admiral's House
Ceremonies (50), seated wedding breakfasts (50), buffet wedding breakfasts (50), unavailable for dancing.

For further information please download the full brochure:
Venue Hire Brochure (412 KB), Weddings (190 KB)

Wedding photography on the Old Royal Naval College site is an exclusive benefit for those who have booked a wedding or wedding reception facilites at the College. Wedding photography for weddings performed outside the premises is not permitted.