Kensington Palace
a breathtaking, luxury wedding venue in West London, highly sought after, licensed for ceremonies.
Elegance and exclusivity of the state apartments
Beautiful landscaped gardens for drinks and photos
Flexibility and size of the Kensington Palace Pavilion
Business details last verified on 10th of November 2026 by Kensington Palace.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £POA
Capacity
Ceremony: 150
Standing: 300
Seated Meal: 300
About Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace, an iconic royal residence in West London, offers a truly majestic setting for your wedding. Choose between the timeless elegance of the State Apartments and the romance of the glorious gardens for your celebration. Create your own chapter of history at this unforgettable and exclusive venue, where royalty has resided for centuries.
Kensington Palace offers an exclusive wedding experience, combining centuries of royal history with magnificent architecture and beautifully landscaped gardens. Located in the heart of Kensington Gardens, this prestigious London venue provides an unforgettable setting for intimate ceremonies, elegant receptions and spectacular marquee celebrations.
Couples can choose from a selection of magnificent event spaces, including the historic State Apartments, the elegant Orangery and the picturesque Orangery Lawns. Each setting offers its own unique charm, from opulent interiors adorned with royal heritage to light-filled spaces overlooking the palace's beautiful gardens.
For couples dreaming of a grand outdoor wedding, the Orangery Lawns provide a breathtaking setting for bespoke marquee receptions. Surrounded by the palace's historic architecture and beautifully maintained gardens, these celebrations offer the flexibility to create a truly personalised experience. From elegant wedding breakfasts and spectacular floral installations to live entertainment and evening celebrations, marquee weddings can be tailored to reflect each couple's individual style and vision, subject to venue approval.
Kensington Palace works with a selection of approved suppliers to deliver exceptional catering, creative styling and seamless event production. Every celebration can be thoughtfully designed to complement the palace's historic surroundings while creating a memorable and distinctive experience for couples and their guests.
With a limited number of weddings hosted each year, Kensington Palace offers an exceptional sense of exclusivity, timeless elegance and royal grandeur, making it one of London's most extraordinary settings for an unforgettable wedding celebration.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Venue Setting
Countryside
City
Venue Type
Stately home
Exclusive use
Land For Hire
Unique & Unusual
Additional Facilities
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Bespoke weddings
Catering Options
Pre-approved Caterers Only
Asian
Vegan
Champions of
LGBTQIA+ Weddings
Contact & Location
Kensington Palace
Kensington Gardens, W8 4PX, West London, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes, we only host one wedding a day.
Yes, we are licenced for civil ceremonies in the King's Gallery and King's Drawing room inside the palace.
i am afraid we don't have the space in the grounds to host outdoor ceremonies but are happy to work with couples to provide the ceremony they would like.
No, we do not charge a corkage fee but alcohol will need to be served by one of our approved caterers.
I am afraid due to the historic nature of the site we only allow our approved caterers to cater in the venue.
This will depend on the palace or pavilion and the time of year. please get in touch with the team for further information.
The latest we can host receptions too is 23.30 with guest departure at 00.00.
We do have noise restrictions of
We allow low level pyrotechnics.
I am afraid due to the historic nature of the site confetti is not permitted.
We allow battery powered lights in the palace and we permit candles in the pavilion.
We don't have any accommodation on site however, we partner with hotels close by that can offer suites.
We don't have any accommodation on site however, there are a number of local hotels.
We don't have any accommodation on site however, there are a number of local hotels.
Commitment to LGBTQIA+ Couples
Kensington Palace warmly welcomes LGBTQIA+ couples, offering an inclusive and welcoming setting where every love story can be celebrated. Our commitment is to ensure that all couples feel respected, valued and supported in creating a truly unforgettable celebration.
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