Why London is the Perfect Place for a Large Wedding
By Bill Clark
London – the UK’s vibrant capital city – is jam packed with British heritage and plenty of things to see and do, but is it the best location for a large wedding? The Royal Family certainly seem to think so, with the most recent high-profile London wedding being that of Prince William and Kate Middleton, with thousands lining the streets to get a glimpse of the happy couple and even more tuning in to watch the ceremony and celebrations on television. Although you might not be planning a wedding on such a large scale as the royals, London can be the perfect destination for tying the knot – and here’s why.
Great Venues
When it comes to venues for a wedding, you really do have the pick of the crop when it comes to London. With loads of venues available for hosting weddings of all sizes both in and on the outskirts of the city, you’ll be able to get hitched in style and in your dream place. UK Wedding Savings offers a great range of beautiful London venues for weddings, wedding receptions and everything else that you might need in between. Whether you’re looking for a stupendous stately home or a serene outdoor ceremony, London has it all!
Great Photo Opportunities
London is a prime hotspot for brilliant photo opportunities, and this can definitely be incorporated into your wedding day to make the event more memorable and ensure that you have some fantastic photographic memories to keep with you for the rest of your life. Whether you’re taking photos on the London Eye with the whole city as a backdrop, snapping precious moments in front of the monumental Big Ben, taking photos as a happy couple in the beautiful Hyde Park or even getting everybody atop an iconic red bus for an awesome group photo opportunity, there are loads of reasons to choose London as your wedding destination when it comes to the photos you’ll be able to get.
Hotels
Another great reason to get married in London is the endless hotel opportunities available. Being a capital city, London has a massive range of hotels to suit all budgets, therefore you can be assured that your wedding guests will definitely be able to find a place to stay without fail. Whether you’re looking to house your whole wedding party or just a few, London has the advantage of being able to cater to all sizes of wedding parties when it comes to accommodation. You may even be able to hold your wedding reception in one of London’s best hotels, allowing your guests to stay on-site, making it more convenient for everybody involved.
There are loads of wonderful reasons to get married in London – we’ve only covered a few! Whether you simply love the ‘Britishness’ of the capital, want to make sure that you have some unique and fun photos to fondly look back on, or are concerned about accommodating all of your wedding party, London is a great choice. It’s also close to three major airports, making it perfect for a quick honeymoon getaway.
Bill is a freelance journalist who specialises in writing about culture and the arts, however will write about anything that piques his interest including business, travel and lifestyle. @BilboClark01
