Built in 1831 and lovingly restored to its former glory, this magnificent Georgian landmark in the heart of St Albans makes the perfect venue for your wedding.
From the timeless elegance of the Georgian Assembly Room, with its beautiful chandeliers and lustrous gold leaf, to the unique octagonal-shaped Victorian Courtroom, the historic spaces, balcony and beautiful staircase will add to the sense of occasion and provide a stunning location for your wedding.
Our expert in-house caterers will work with you on your wedding menus to make your celebration a day to remember for you and guests.
Whether you are planning a small formal ceremony or a grand reception St Albans Museum + Gallery is the perfect setting for your special day.
Our central location in this charming, historic city with excellent hotels, nearby parking and travel links, will make access easy for your guests, and of course for yourselves.
Assembly Room
If you are looking for traditional elegance, then The Assembly Room provides the perfect setting for your ceremony and reception. Featuring glorious chandeliers, lustrous gold-leaf detailing and a grand balcony overlooking the historic city centre, this ballroom can accommodate celebrations for a large number of guests, including a sit-down wedding breakfast for up to 100 people (theatre or reception up to 120 people).
5 hour Assembly Room Receptions
Wedding Reception
Based 5 hour reception, 6pm-11pm (ask us for a quote for alternative times).
Reception with 3-course dinner for 100 guests from £15,665 (£156.65 per person)
Includes 5 hours room hire, staffing, sparkling reception, wine & water with wedding breakfast, toast, canapés (up to 3 canapés per person, see sample canapés menu for options), and 3 course wedding breakfast (see sample menu for choices).
Reception with buffet for 100 guests from £13,455 (£134.55 per person)
Includes 5 hours room hire, staffing, sparkling reception, wine & water with wedding breakfast, toast, canapés (up to 3 canapés per person, see sample canapés menu for options), and fork buffet.
2 hour Assembly Room Wedding Ceremony
Wedding ceremony & toast or toast & canapés packages are based on 2 hours room hire:
Wedding Ceremony + toast for 120 guests from £3,770 (£31.41 per person)
Includes 2 hours room hire, staffing and toast.
Wedding Ceremony + canapés for 120 guests from £6,660 (£55.50 per person)
Includes 2 hours room hire, staffing, toast and canapés (up to 6 canapés per person, see sample canapés menu for options).
7 hour Ceremony + Reception (Assembly Room + Courtroom)
Ceremony + Reception Options
Based on 7 hour hire 5pm-midnight (ask us if you'd like alternative timings):
Ceremony + Reception with 3-course Wedding breakfast for 100 guests from £22,710 (£221.70 per person)
Includes 7 hours room hire of Courtroom + Assembly Room, staffing, sparkling reception, wine & water with wedding breakfast, toast, canapés (up to 3 canapés per person, see sample canapés menu for options), 3-course wedding breakfast (see sample menu for choices), cake cutting and service and evening eats.
Ceremony + Reception with Buffet Wedding breakfast for 100 guests from £19,230 (£192.30 per person)
Includes 7 hours room hire of Courtroom + Assembly Room, staffing, sparkling reception, wine & water with wedding breakfast, toast, canapés (up to 3 canapés per person, see sample canapés menu for options), wedding breakfast fork buffet, cake cutting and service and evening eats.
Upgrades available. Prices based on guest numbers shown (prices vary for lower guest numbers) and standard catering options (upgraded catering and drinks available on request). After 4pm an additional security fee will be applicable for all bookings.
Prices exclude VAT.
Maximum Guest Numbers for the Assembly Room:
Theatre style or Reception: 120
Seated meal: 100
Courtroom
The Courtroom is an intimate space, perfect for smaller ceremonies. Wedding guests can look on as you exchange your vows - even, if you choose - in the dock – a truly unforgettable experience!
Wedding ceremony prices in the Courtroom are based on ceremonies after 4pm (please ask for a quote for alternative times):
2 hour Courtroom Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Ceremony + toast for 60 guests from £2,770 (£46.16 per person)
Includes 2 hours room hire, staffing and toast.
Wedding Ceremony + canapés for 60 guests from £4,155 (£69.25 per person)
Includes 2 hours room hire, staffing, toast and canapés (up to 6 canapés per person, see sample canapés menu for options).
5 hour Courtroom Wedding Reception
Based 5 hour reception, 6pm-11pm (ask us if you'd like alternative timings):
Reception with Buffet for 60 people from £9,270 (£154.50 per person)
Includes sparkling reception, wine & water with wedding breakfast, toast, canapés (up to 3 canapés per person, see sample canapés menu for options), fork buffet, 5 hours room hire, and staffing.
Reception with 3-course dinner for 60 guests from £10,320 (£172 per person)
Includes sparkling reception, wine & water with wedding breakfast, toast, canapés (up to 3 canapés per person, see sample canapés menu for options) 3-course wedding breakfast (see sample menu for choices), 5 hours room hire and staffing.
If you're planning on a 3-course dinner followed by a dance floor or entertainment in the Courtroom there will be additional room change over time - please ask for details.
Maximum Guest Number Capacity in the Courtroom
The Courtroom can accommodate up 60 guests.
Upgrades available - please ask us for details. Prices based on guest numbers shown (prices vary for lower guest numbers) and standard catering options (upgraded catering and drinks available on request). After 4pm an additional security fee will be applicable for all bookings. If you require access to the Assembly Room or Courtroom to set up your own decorations or flowers, there will be an extra fee for this depending on access times - please ask for a quote.
Get in touch with our dedicated team for more information or to arrange a visit to see our spaces and discuss your perfect celebration.
Email us now:
museumevents@stalbans.gov.ukOur Exclusive Caterers
At St Albans Museum + Gallery, we work exclusively with our in-house caterers Cooks & Partners to ensure all our events are delivered to perfection.
We focus on excellence, creativity and fabulous food.
With years of experience delivering a variety of events we offer a quality driven hospitality service that offers the flexibility you need. We have catered for weddings, corporate parties, fashion shows and much more at St Albans Museum + Gallery and pride ourselves on tailoring exclusive catering to match your day.
Our food philosophy embraces the seasons, supports good animal husbandry practices, and favours sustainable produce. We work with suppliers who share our values and ensure all produce is of the highest quality.
Committed to delivering the best for every client, we cater for all dietary requirements such as gluten free and vegan and can provide Kosher and Halal foods too.
We are a licensed premises.
Sample Wedding Menus
Testimonies from Previous Couples:
"...thank you for all your help getting the wedding arranged. We had a wonderful day and everything was perfect. Thank you so much! The food was wonderful and the day was beautiful, so thank you for all your effort and support."
Emma
"Thank you we had the most amazing wedding. Everything went to plan and was wonderful !"
Caroline
The Assembly Room
If you are looking for traditional elegance, then The Assembly Room provides the perfect setting for your ceremony and reception. Featuring glorious chandeliers, lustrous gold-leaf detailing and a grand balcony overlooking the historic city centre, this ballroom can accommodate celebrations for a large number of guests, including a sit-down wedding breakfast for up to 100 people.
The Courtroom
The Courtroom breathes warmth and richness thanks to the distinctive wood-panelling throughout. This is an intimate space, perfect for smaller ceremonies, Wedding guests can look on as you exchange your vows - even, if you choose - in the dock – a truly unforgettable experience!
The Courtroom can accommodate up to 70 guests for a champagne reception, or 60 guests for a seated wedding breakfast.
Booking and contact
We know that every wedding is individual and special so if you’d like to explore options outside of those listed above then please do email us at museumevents@stalbans.gov.uk.
