The Old Royal Naval College, Exclusive Hire
Greenwich, London, SE10 9NN -
Up to
50 guests
The Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich is London’s ultimate riverside wedding location, perfect at any time of year.
One of the most spectacular and iconic landmarks in London, this elegant ensemble of buildings offers you a choice of wedding experiences, from the awe-inspiring opulence of the famous Painted Hall (repoening late 2018 / early 2019), to the intimate ambience of the historic Admiral’s House. The famous buildings of the college that have dazzled visitors for centuries sit alongside the river with unrivalled views across to the City and Canary Wharf.
The vaulted Undercrofts and the Victorian Skittle Alley can also be hired to create your own personalized wedding event, guaranteed to delight your guests and create memories to treasure for a lifetime.
Marrying at the Old Royal Naval College gives you exclusive permission to take photographs in the grounds with the river and fine baroque architecture as a backdrop. You can also choose to arrive by boat, alighting at Greenwich Pier to create a dramatic, one-off photo opportunity. The Old Royal Naval College is breath-taking at any time of year. In the chilly days of winter the rich interiors are warm and welcoming. The classical buildings gleam and glisten in spring, and on warm summer evenings guests can enjoy an al fresco drink in the King William Colonnades. As autumn progresses, the gold, orange and russet hues of the trees add another layer of beauty to the location.
Couples who choose to marry at the Old Royal Naval College will be assigned their own wedding coordinator, supported by a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to creating your very own fairy-tale wedding in one of the country’s most spectacular and historic places. Conserving the Painted Hall for generations of future brides and grooms.
In 2013 the Old Royal Naval College completed the first phase of planned conservation works in The Painted Hall, which saw 560 square meters of paintings in the Upper Hall cleaned and restored to dramatic effect. The Old Royal Naval College is now embarking on the next stage of its ambitious plans to restore The Painted Hall to its former glory. Over the next three years we plan to conserve the remaining 3,700 square meters of Thornhill’s masterpiece.
The Painted Hall will therefore be closing its doors for weddings on Sunday 25th September 2016, reopening late 2018 / early 2019.
During the conservation period our Admiral’s House and Queen Mary Undercroft are still available for hire.
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Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 50
Theatre
up to 40
Boardroom
up to 20
Cabaret
up to 30
Location
Reviews
Antony Amalraj Morais
September 2024Visited this gem of a place recently and was impressed by the rich Hollywood history and the beauty of Painted Hall. I definitely recommend the Blockbuster Tour (1 hour) and the Painted Hall Tour (30 mins). There are huge beds in the Painted Hall that you can use to lie down and admire the ceiling. Do the blockbuster tour that starts from the visitor centre and ends at Painted Hall where you can continue the Painted Hall Tour, best way to utilise the time. Note: Blockbuster Tour doesn't happen on all days, so do check out the schedule before booking it.
Fatih C
August 2024The Old Royal Naval College are buildings that serve as the architectural centrepiece of Maritime Greenwich,a World Heritage Site in Greenwich, London, described by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) as being of "outstanding universal value" and reckoned to be the "finest and most dramatically sited architectural and landscape ensemble in the British Isles". Formerly the site of a royal palace, the old college was originally constructed to serve as the Royal Navy's Greenwich Hospital, designed by Christopher Wren, and built between 1696 and 1712. The hospital closed in 1869 and so between 1873 and 1998 the buildings were used as a training establishment for the Royal Naval College, Greenwich. The site is now managed by the Greenwich Foundation for the Old Royal Naval College, established in 1997 to conserve the buildings and grounds and convert them into a cultural destination.
Maia Johnston
September 2024If you like classical art and you like learning about English Naval History, boy do I have the place for you! The Old Royal Naval College was also the Royal Hospital for Seamen, so there are a lot of ties to England's favorite Admiral Lord Nelson. The £16.50 to get into see the Painted Hall is *well* worth your money. It is absolutely stunning. The grounds are expansive and you can also pop over to see the Queen's House and the Royal Maritime Museum (both free). But seriously, go see the Painted Hall. I went first thing in the morning on a Monday and there was no line and maybe three other tourists in the Hall. Claim a bench, lay down and listen to the audio tour (included in the admission price). Also, if you know anyone who lives in London, they can register the pass and get an annual pass (I think).
Kitty
August 2024Stunning, all the architecture here are gorgeous. It’s so near to city center but the scene is totally different, like been to a heritage which is hours away from London, so it’s a perfect place to visit for those wanna experience an ancient journey but with limited time only. It’s free to walk around, didn’t buy ticket to get into the Painted Hall as there’s a wedding today, but it worths to give a donation at the St Paul Church as it’s too beautiful. Good to have a one day trip at Greenwich, with spending an afternoon here. No words can describe how beautiful here is, need to play a visit to witness it.
