There’s a school of thought that automatically assumes that a wedding in the city makes for a hectic, impersonal celebration.  Apparently, for peace and serenity, you must set the scene in a quaint little venue deep in the countryside, often at the expense of a nightmare journey for guests and the inconvenience and cost of overnight accomodation. Those that stand by this belief clearly haven’t had the pleasure of attending a wedding at a venue as intimate yet spacious as Chandos House, where you’re guaranteed a ceremony that’s a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of its location in the heart of central London – just behind Regent Street.
From the moment you set your sights on this gorgeous 18th century property, designed by the most prominent architects in Georgian Britain, you’ll fall in love with its charm. But it’s only when you step inside, greeted by an events team renowned for offering first class personal service, that you’ll be assured that your wedding will be one that will have your guests talking about for months to come.
If you thought that staff at West End venues are less inclined to give you the time of day than those operating in remote areas, think again. From the moment you arrange an appointment, through to the booking, and throughout the Big Day, you can expect each member of staff to take note of all your specifications and wishes and turn them into an occasion just as you had pictured it.
The beautiful property has been extensively restored for modern use without losing any of its olde worlde charm and now contains 18 beautifully decorated en-suite bedrooms and an enchanting courtyard, which can be booked throughout the year, and makes for a gorgeous backdrop for your wedding photography.
There are a wide variety of settings to choose from – with luxurious grand rooms designed to suit both small and large guest lists, plus exquisite, spacious reception areas. You also have the option of holding your event at the restaurant or the refreshing terrace area, which can easily accommodate up to 120 guests.
The management and staff at Chandos House pride themselves for their ability, flexibility and willingness to work closely with you to meet all your individual requirements. The other bonus is that they are licensed to hold civil ceremonies and civil partnerships of up to 60 guests and this means that you can choose to base your entire celebration and ceremony, reception and wedding night, on the same day and in the same location. Perfect for saving on travel expenses for both you and your guests and, for those who wish to stay overnight, you can expect a very special rate.
Once you and your guests get drawn in by the majesty and ambience of Chandos House, it’ll be easy to forget that there’s a big old city out there!

• For more information go to www.chandoshouse.co.uk or contact Michelle Dines on 020 7290 3860

‘At Chandos, you are guaranteed a ceremony that’s a million miles away from the hustle & bustle of the big city’