Venue Name: Fulham Palace
Location: Fulham, London (Bishop’s Avenue, London, SW6 6EA)
What type of venue is Fulham Palace?
Fulham Palace is a one-of-a- kind London wedding venue; a unique and elegant historical palace set in acres of parkland and botanical gardens on the bank of the River Thames.
Who works at Fulham Palace?
The weddings and events experts Julie, Chloe, Aini and Rebecca, together with a wonderful team of endless background support.
Is Fulham Palace licensed for wedding ceremonies?
We have four rooms licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 110 guests. The palace is a rarity in that it also features its own private chapel, which is available for blessings and prayer following your wedding ceremony.
What can a couple expect from having their wedding at Fulham Palace?
Most importantly, we want all of our brides and grooms to have complete peace of mind. Couples are in safe hands with our fully bespoke service and dedicated wedding planner; you will have our full attention, guaranteed.
What is the capacity for a wedding ceremony and reception at Fulham Palace?
Wedding ceremonies up to 110 guests, seated dinner for up to 180 guests, and stand up reception for up to 250 guests.
Do you offer exclusive use?
Yes, the palace is always hired exclusively for weddings.
Does Fulham Palace have its own caterers or can couples choose to bring in their own?
All catering is done in-house at Fulham Palace, by the award-winning team at Bovingdons.
What would a typical wedding breakfast at Fulham Palace be?
We freely admit to being obsessed with food; its taste, its look, and every tiny ingredient. Our menus are designed with a contemporary feel and are tailored according to your tastes and wishes. All are homemade from fresh, seasonal produce, and finished off to perfection before being stylishly presented and impeccably served to your guests.
Event catering is at the very heart of what we do, so getting the menu right is the easy part for us, and very much falls into place once we have determined your personal tastes, style, numbers and atmosphere.
What type of packages are available at Fulham Palace?
We feel that a ‘one size fits all’ approach doesn’t work for weddings, and our couples are looking for something more inspiring and personal, therefore we have a completely package-free approach.
So everything is tailored to the couples’ needs?
Nothing is set in stone! Everything can, and will, be fully tailored to our couples’ wishes, needs and ideas.
What do you think is the best thing about having a wedding at Fulham Palace?
The unique feeling of space, like being in the countryside, a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city, yet in central London. The palace is grand but not pretentious; it feels like your beautiful home for the day.
Does Fulham Palace have any rooms for guests to stay?
There is no accommodation at the palace, yet we have hundreds of beds available within walking distance — ask your wedding planner for a list of local accommodation.
How many weddings does Fulham Palace hold per year on average?
About 80.
Does Fulham Palace have a wedding co-ordinator on site and are they available on the day of the wedding?
Full wedding planning, coordination and assistance is provided throughout, from your first contact with the palace all the way through to the last moments of your wedding day.
What’s your top tip for choosing the perfect wedding venue?
Choosing a wedding venue is like buying a house — there will always be a compromise to make. Our top tip is to follow your gut instinct; it’s how you feel in the venue that is important.
Where can I find out more about Fulham Palace?
The best way to find out how we could make Fulham Palace work for you and your wedding is to call us and talk to one of our dedicated wedding planners on 020 7610 7162. In the meantime, you can find photo inspiration on our website fulhampalaceweddings.co.uk, Pinterest www.pinterest.com/FPcelebrations, and of course follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/FP_celebrations for our latest news.
