Wembley Stadium

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

Wembley Stadium (Wembley) is located in Wembley Park in London and is owned by The Football Association. Wembley hosts the home international matches of the England national football team and the main English domestic cup finals including the FA Cup Final. For this reason Wembley is primarily known as a football stadium.

The Stadium is also used for music concerts and other major sporting events. Wembley will host the 2011 UEFA Champions League Final and the 2012 Olympic Football finals.

With a 90,000 capacity it is one of the largest stadiums in Europe and one of the largest (and tallest) in the world with every seat under cover.

The previous Wembley Stadium (originally known as the British Empire Exhibition Stadium or Empire Stadium) was one of the world’s most famous football stadiums was often referred to as “The Home of Football”. It hosted the European Cup (now the UEFA Champions League) final a record five times, and held the 1966 World Cup final. The new stadium was finally completed on the 9th of March 2007.

Functions and Weddings at Wembley

There are several function rooms available for hire for conferences, special events and weddings at Wembley including the Bobby Moore Room.

Wembley Stadium Location and Address:

Wembley National Stadium Ltd
Wembley
London
HA9 0WS

Tel: 0844 980 8001
Fax: 020 8795 5050

Wembley Stadium 2010 Fixtures

Spring Grove House

Thursday, September 18th, 2008

Once the home of Sir Joseph Banks the famous botanist and explorer who helped develop nearby Kew Gardens and sailed the world with Captain James Cook. Spring Grove House was later owned and renovated by the Pears family, the soap manufacturer.

Spring Grove House is situated in the campus of West Thames College, Isleworth and is available to hire for conferences, meetings, events and as a wedding venue. With 7 function rooms, the largest can accommodate 100 guests. Spring Grove House can accommodate a maximum of 120 in the wedding party.

Spring Grove House
London Road,
Isleworth,
Middlesex,
TW7 4HS
Tel: 020 8326 2492

Website

Osterley Park House

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

This magnificent neo-classical house features fine Robert Adam architecture and interiors, 18th-century gardens with ornamental lakes and floral displays. Set in the heart of West London the Osterley Park and House has a farm shop selling home-grown produce along with the Jersey Galleries which exhibits art from local artists.

Robert Adam was commissioned in 1761 by the the founders of Child’s Bank to transform the existing Tudor mansion into an elegant neo-classical villa. It became the Child’s house in the country, created to entertainment and as a lavish display impress friends and business associates.

Today Osterley House and Park are managed by The National Trust, and it’s unique setting offers a tranquil retreat in west London and a perfect setting for a events and weddings.

Osterley Park House
Jersey Road
Isleworth
Middlesex
TW7 4RB
Tel: 020 8232 5050
Website

Marble Hill House

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

Marble Hill House was built in the 1720’s for Henrietta Howard, Countess of Suffolk and the mistress of the Prince of Wales, who later became King George II. It became one of the most fashionable residences of the time, a place where artists, authors, poets and politicians would frequent.

Marble Hill House is set in wooded parkland with views towards the River Thames. With its tasteful interiors and superb collection of paintings, Marble Hill House is an elegant venue for special events and in particular weddings.

Today, the House is managed by English Heritage and is one of their ‘newest’ properties available for hire, only becoming available for civil wedding ceremonies and drinks receptions since September 2005.

Marble Hill House
Richmond Road
Twickenham
Middlesex
TW1 2NL
Website

Syon Park

Thursday, December 20th, 2007

Syon Park is the London residence of the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland. Greater London’s last remaining ducal residence with a country estate. It’s beauty and proximity to London make it a popular film, television and photographic location and a wonderful wedding venue. Owned by the Duke of Northumberland’s family for over 400 years, Syon Park has an interesting history and heritage.

Syon Park covers over 200 acres and features Syon House, a grand house with a celebrated Robert Adam styled interior and ‘Capability’ Brown designed gardens. Syon Park has been the location for several films and television productions including Gosford Park, The Madness of King George, The Wings of the Dove, Emma, The Golden Bowl and The Avengers. Thanks to its favourable location. A stones throw from Kew Gardens and Richmond Park, Syon Park affords a fantastic Thames location.

Available to hire for luxury weddings, Syon House is a fantastic location for a grand wedding in an inspiring setting.

Syon Gardens

There are 40 acres of gardens, including an ornamental lake and 200 species of rare trees.

Corporate Hospitality and Events

Syon House
Syon Park
Brentford, Middlesex
TW8 8JF

Tel: 020 8560 0881
Tel:020 8758 1888 – Corporate Hire, Events or Wedding Enquiries
Fax: 020 8568 0936

Website: Syon Park

Syon Park Resources