Looking for somewhere a little different to host your wedding in Coventry? St Mary's Guildhall is a space where history meets happily ever after, and all in the city centre. The venue has a rich history that dates back to the 14th century, and is a lovely backdrop for your extra special day. The venue has ancient stone walls, soaring arches, and intricately designed stained glass windows that will transport you and your guests to a time gone by. St Mary’s Guildhall has been hosting magnificent events for 700 years, so you couldn’t choose somewhere more spectacular for your wedding.
If somewhere special is where you plan on exchanging your vows, St Mary’s Guildhall has acted as the centre of power in England during the War of the Roses, housed the crown jewels, been the prison of Mary Queen of Scots and hosted famous literary figures, such as the acclaimed George Eliot and Shakespeare.
Civil ceremonies can be held in a choice of historic rooms of differing sizes, each with its own character. Your choices will include the newly unveiled Muniment room and the great hall, which is especially grand, there are a range of rooms available for your ceremony, reception and evening parties. In the winter, the venue hosts an especially stylish and festive winter wonderland wedding that takes place under twinkling lights. The venue put forward suggestions on how to make your day even more special which include live musicians including harpists and string quartets, a carved bacon joint for your midnight snack, magic selfie mirror, sorbet course, personalised wedding stationary and evening treats such as donut walls, crisp walls and sweet tables.