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Oxford Town Hall: A Historic City Wedding Venue

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Will Rainer Updated:
26th of February 2025

Looking for a beautiful wedding venue in Oxfordshire? Oxford Town Hall is located right in the city centre and can seat up to 500 guests. Built in the 19th century, it boasts a rich Victorian history and remains a sought-after wedding venue in the county, offering a breathtaking backdrop for couples to exchange their vows.

Explore more about the charm of this beautiful Oxford wedding venue and discover the fantastic features it has to offer.

About Oxford Town Hall

Exterior of Oxford Town Hall

This gorgeous venue was opened by the Prince of Wales in 1897 and is Grade II listed. Home to the Museum of Oxford and the seat of Oxford City Council, Oxford Town Hall offers a flexible space for weddings and events. There are five different rooms available for exclusive use, all of which feature original Victorian features. The venue is in an ideal location, close to major bus routes and just a short walk from Oxford station.

Ceremony Spaces

At Oxford Town Hall, you can choose to hold your wedding in one of five beautiful spaces, each with its own character, history, and charm, ensuring the perfect setting for your dream day.

The Main Hall

The Main Hall at Oxford Town Hall

The Main Hall is the star attraction, and it's truly remarkable. With a beautiful ceiling and elegant balconies, it can host up to 300 guests for your wedding breakfast. The large dance floor provides space for up to 500 people to dance the night away. Some famous stars, such as the Rolling Stones and David Bowie, have performed on this stage, and it is also where Nelson Mandela received the Freedom of the City Award. This truly is a unique and breathtaking venue for your wedding.

The Assembly Room

The Assembly Room at Oxford Town Hall

Once known as the Banqueting Hall, this space features a magnificent timber ceiling, a large fireplace and grand oil paintings to create the perfect backdrop. It's perfect for ceremonies and receptions, and is conveniently connected to the Old Library for dining and dancing. It can accommodate up to 120 seated guests and host up to 200 for celebrations. With its high ceilings, chandeliers, and tall windows, it's a bright and romantic setting.

The Old Library

Wedding Ceremony in the Old Library at Oxford Town Hall

Next to the Assembly Room, the Old Library features walls with American walnut panelling and a high timber ceiling. Its an inviting and intimate that space can accommodate up to 60 people for your wedding breakfast and up to 100 guests for a reception, while stained-glass windows flood the space with natural light, perfect for photography.

St. Aldate's Room

Bride and groom in The St. Aldates Room at Oxford Town Hall

The St. Aldate's Room is ideal for ceremonies or receptions of up to 40 guests. Featuring a striking ceiling, a stained-glass window, and a carved fireplace, it's the smallest licensed room in the Oxfordshire venue, and the perfect place to exchange your vows before celebrating in the Old Library or Assembly Room.

The Court Room

The Court Room at Oxford Town Hall

If you're looking for a more unique setting for your wedding, The Court Room is an ideal choice. With its original dock leading to old police cells, this remarkable space has hosted real court sessions and been featured in film and TV. It can accommodate up to 43 guests on its fixed bench seating, with space for a further 50 on the balcony.

The Team

The Sales & Events team at Oxford Town Hall are there to make your day extra special. They have a wealth of knowledge and can assist you with room layouts, capacities, ceremony and reception choices, and even the smallest details like entrances and chair arrangements. Their expertise ensures a memorable experience tailored just for you.

To learn more about this spectacular wedding venue, contact Oxford Town Hall today.

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Celebrate your Wedding day in the historic grandeur of Oxford Town Hall. With options for intimate weddings and larger celebrations.
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With a hospitality background and hands-on wedding experience, Will understands all of the effort that goes on behind the scenes at a wedding and is our go-to specialist on wedding food and drinks. You can often find Will writing about wedding venues from quaint countryside hotels to rustic barns and grand castles or showcasing the amazing real weddings of newlyweds across the country. Having recently graduated with his master's degree and highly skilled at analysis and research, Will is the best person to speak to if you need to gather advice and information fast!

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