The Council Chamber

Located in the heart of the Town Hall and arguably one of the most impressive rooms, the Council Chamber offers a spectacular setting for your big day.

It is a double-height rectangular space, with a deep coved ceiling topped by a nine-metre-diameter dome, still illuminated by impressive Edwardian chandeliers.

It remains in its original horse-shoe shape which means that no matter where your guests are seated, they will have a great view of the proceedings.

Overlooking the chamber are two public galleries which can seat an additional 60 guests if required.

Room highlights

  • Capacity: 130 seated guests max
  • 2-hour booking
  • Two upper galleries 
  • Drink reception available at additional cost
  • Evening/Sunday availability
  • Antechamber included for reception

Prices

Day and timeCost*
Monday to Thursday £561
Friday and Saturday£836
Sunday£1086

*Prices quoted are for ceremonies before 4pm. If you require a later ceremony, please contact us for a quote.

Ceremony add-on service

Ceremony add-onCost
Pre-ceremony preparation session   
(One-hour space for couples and family guests to get ready. Monday to Thursday only)		£75 
Pre-ceremony preparation session 
(One-hour space for couples and family guests to get ready. Friday to Sunday and Bank Holidays only)		£110 
Food preparation room  
(Two-hour hire of kitchen area for catering suppliers)		£75 
Ceremony room photography session 
(30-minute access to the ceremony room for a location photography shoot. Photographer not provided)		£45

Booking and availability

We can host ceremonies any day of the week, subject to availability.

To check availability and to book, email love@lambeth.gov.uk or phone 020 7926 7758.

For marriages and civil partnerships, you will need to book a registrar to conduct your ceremony.