Civil Partnerships in Westminster - Westminster City Council

The Reception Room is the largest of
the ceremony rooms, ideal for larger
ceremonies. The décor is luxurious: a
wonderful ceiling with elaborate fretwork
and cornicing, heavy blue velvet drapes
and blue carpet which complement the
impressive wood panelling. There is
seating for up to 70 people or up to
100 standing.
With its long aisle and elegant décor, the
Purple Room offers couples a traditional
and stylish setting for their ceremony. With
seating for up to 80 guests, this large
room is decorated with lilac panelled
walls, purple carpet and corn-coloured
upholstered chairs. Purple silk drapes with
gold trimming adorn the windows, while
the impressive art deco style luminaires
cast a beautiful light across the room.
Hanging above one of the two original and
beautifully restored fireplaces is an
impressive watercolour and ink drawing of
the building by its architect Sir Edwin
Cooper. Fresh flower arrangements add a
touch of colour and provide a lovely
backdrop for photographs.
All ceremony rooms are located on
the first floor of the building, which
can be reached by a lift or by the
grand marble staircase. On Saturdays
the reception desk is removed and
the stairs become a magnificent
through-way to the next floor and
provide an excellent space for
group photographs.
Choosing an approved venue
You may choose to have your registration
and ceremony conducted at one of
Westminster’s many approved venues.
These venues hold licences that allow
them to perform marriages and civil
partnerships. Please call the Westminster
Register Office, or look at the website for
an up to date list of approved venues
in Westminster.
Cameo Photography
Lord Mayor’s Retiring Room
Cameo Photography Reception Room Cameo Photography
Purple Room
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