The best pub wedding venues in London for a love-filled day at the local

One of the best things about London is its wealth of charming pubs, and for the food and drink obsessed among us, there’s hardly a better place to host a wedding. Blending history with romance and downright delicious food, pubs in London tick a lot of boxes. Plus, they are often more laid-back and casual - with a wallet-friendly price tag and relaxed seating arrangement - for those looking to swap a traditional wedding day for one that feels more like a lively lock-in.

Historic boozers are scattered all over the capital, ranging from icon-level institutions in the West End, to neighbourhood inns on the outskirts of the city. Whether you want to feel the buzz of central London, or head down to your local for a low-key affair, we’re here to help you pick the perfect pub.

Weddings in pubs are particularly well-suited to intimate parties, with beautiful private dining rooms and cute little courtyards, ideal for gathering your nearest and dearest. They also tend to be on the more affordable side, with most charging a minimum spend rather than a venue hire fee.

Perhaps the best thing about pub wedding venues in London, is all the delicious food that comes with them. From luxurious three-course meals cooked by acclaimed chefs, to casual canapes and comforting pub grub, you can work alongside the kitchen team to curate the ultimate wedding spread. Plus, if you’re feeling thirsty, simply head to the bar for a perfectly-poured pint, or a refreshing glass of wine.

Aside from all of that, there’s something truly romantic about spending your wedding day in a pub full of history. Plenty of London pubs date back centuries, with vintage features and tasteful touches, like exposed beams and grand chandeliers. Doubling as a beautiful backdrop to your special day, our pick of pub wedding venues in London are full of beauty, charm, and cracking plates of food.

The Camberwell Arms, Camberwell

What: Offering some of the best British cooking in the city - including a standout Sunday roast - The Camberwell Arms boasts a beautiful upstairs private dining room, fit for a fabulous wedding party. Bright, airy and tastefully decorated, the space hosts up to 50 guests seated, or 65 standing, with long banquet tables ready to be filled with roast chicken and crispy potatoes, and Jerusalem artichokes slathered in oozy burrata. Want to share the wedding invitation a little further? The whole pub can be hired exclusively for up to 150 standing. 
Capacity: Up to 50 seated (65 standing) in the upstairs dining room; up to 110 seated (150 standing) in the whole venue
Where: 65 Camberwell Church Street, SE5 8TR
Find out more: The Camberwell Arms

The Lady Ottoline, Holborn

What: This hidden gem of a pub is situated the heart of Bloomsbury, and a wonderful choice for smaller, relaxed wedding celebrations. Spread across two floors, the pub takes its name from Lady Ottoline Morrell, the patron and hostess of the notorious Bloomsbury Group. Just like the Lady herself, the team prides itself on creating a warm and inviting experience for its guests. It's licensed for weddings so you can hold your ceremony here if you like (just don’t forget to book the registrar), with private spaces that span the intimate Morell Room (14 guests), the main dining room (40 guests) or the ground floor pub area (60 guests).
Capacity: Up to 60 (seated)
Where: 11A Northington Street, WC1N 2JF
Find out more: The Lady Ottoline

Clarette, Marylebone 

What: This mock Tudor townhouse hides a refined restaurant and bar within, although from the outset it looks like an age-old British pub. The best of both worlds, we think! There are three main spaces to hire for a wedding: the dining room (30 seated), which boasts vibrant art deco decor and plush furnishings, the private dining room (18 seated), where you'll find the most beautiful stained glass windows, and exclusive hire (100 seated) for an all singing, all dancing affair. Menus feature French-style dishes with a twist, and are carefully created to complement Clarette's wine selection, which is second to none.
Capacity: Up to 100 (seated)
Where: 44 Blandford Street, W1U 7HS
Find out more: Clarette

The Spencer Arms, Putney

What: The Spencer Arms is a much-loved local in the well-to-do area of Putney. Overlooking Putney Common, it offers lots of flexible private hire options for laid-back wedding celebrations, from the cosy Snug (for 18 seated), to the spacious dining room (for up to 30 seated). Larger parties can take over the whole pub if they like (80 seated, 100 standing), a spectacular choice if you're on the hunt for a brilliant pub wedding venue in south west London. The food favours seasonal and local produce, and there's a bar stocked to the brim with everything from refreshing bubbles to local real ales.
Capacity: Up to 80 (seated)
Where: 237 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1HJ
Find out more: The Spencer Arms

The Hound, Chiswick

What: This converted coaching inn on Chiswick High Street boasts a selection of spaces for your special day. Host an intimate wedding breakfast for up to 18 guests in the private dining room, or venture towards the rear of the restaurant to discover the hidden courtyard, a bright and beautiful space for up to 50 of your nearest and dearest. The latter is arguably the jewel in The Hound’s crown and is perfect for celebrations all year round thanks to its retractable glass roof.
Capacity: Up to 50 (seated)
Where: 210 Chiswick High Road, W4 1PD
Find out more: The Hound

Tudor Barn, Eltham

What: Tudor Barn is a multi-faceted venue on the outskirts of London that spans a historical gastropub, Tudor gallery, moat terrace and manicured lawns. It’s a bit more special than your average boozer, but offers the same rustic feel of a relaxed pub wedding venue. You’ll gain access to the entire venue from 10am to midnight, and there are plenty of opportunities to snap photographs in the 13-acre estate, whether in front of its pretty rose gardens, medieval bridges or grand fountains. 
Capacity: Up to 180 (seated)
Where: Well Hall Pleasuance, Well Hall Road, SE9 6SZ
Find out more: Tudor Barn Eltham

The George, Fitzrovia

What: Have your heart set on a wedding in central London? The George is an 18th century, grade II-listed pub on Great Portland Street, home to private spaces large and small. Whether you’re after a cosy room for 10 people or fancy taking over an entire pub, The George has a space to suit. We like the opulent dining room for a lavish wedding breakfast of 30, or the grand 20-seat private dining room home, where you'll find chandelier lighting, an ancient brick fireplace and a long banqueting table.
Capacity: Up to 150 (seated)
Where: 55 Great Portland Street, W1W 7LQ
Find out more: The George

The Crown & Anchor, Chiswick

What: Located on Chiswick High Road, The Crown & Anchor is everything you could want from a relaxed and friendly local. Service is warm and helpful, while menus celebrate the best of British pub classics, always with a focus on seasonality and a good dose of comfort. The upstairs dining room is perfect for an intimate wedding breakfast (25 seated), or hire the downstairs bar for up to 150 standing guests, if you're looking to get a group together over drinks and bar snacks. 
Capacity: Up to 80 (seated)
Where: 374 Chiswick High Road, W4 5TA
Find out more: The Crown & Anchor

The Cadogan Arms, Chelsea

What: Looking for a classic pub wedding venue in London with vintage charm? The Cadogan Arms is exactly that. Just a stone's throw away from Chelsea Old Town Hall, and with reliable transport links for guests, it's excellently located. Host pre-wedding drinks in the bar, before moving to the main dining room for a fabulous wedding breakfast. The Cadogan Arms is an unbeatable choice if you're after a showstopping meal at your wedding, with canape and feasting menus centred around indulgent British fare. 
Capacity: Up to 150 (seated)
Where: 298 King’s Road, SW3 5UG
Find out more: The Cadogan Arms

Sambrook's Brewery, Wandsworth

What: Over in Walhamstow, Sambrook's Brewery is a bustling taproom full of delicious food and even better beer. Its the oldest independent brewery in the city, and boasts a variety of private spaces, including The Taproom for up to 50 people and the mezzanine level for up to 120. Exclusive hire is also available, with space for up to 400 people, so you can share the wedding invitation far and wide! Combined with perfectly poured pints and great pizza, it's the perfect place for a casual wedding day.
Capacity: Between 50 and 400
Where: 1 Bellwether Lane, SW18 1UR
Find out more: Sambrook's Brewery

The Rosendale Pub And Garden, Dulwich

What: An original Victorian coaching inn, The Rosendale is a traditional public house and a charming venue for an understated wedding. It boasts two beautiful private dining rooms - The West Room is the largest of the two, accommodating up to 100 guests seated, complete with a sound system, projector screen, and WiFi. It can also be used in conjunction with The East Room, which holds up to 20 seated, and makes a great space for welcome drinks and canape receptions. The pub also has outdoor space for mingling in the summer months, and its own wedding licence too!
Capacity: Up to 120 seated (150 standing)
Where: 65 Rosendale Road, SE21 8EZ
Find out more: The Rosendale Pub and Garden

If food is your thing, check out these vintage wedding cake ideas for a spectacular centrepiece on your big day. And for those that are keen to keep the costs down, we've put together a wedding budget breakdown to save you the hassle.