The best day of your life in

The heart of the city

For your special day you want a truly special venue in which to celebrate with family and friends, somewhere atmospheric that will act as the perfect backdrop to your most memorable celebration.

The Guildhall is that place.

The best day of your life

The heart of the city

For your special day you want a truly special venue in which to celebrate with family and friends, somewhere atmospheric that will act as the perfect backdrop to your most memorable celebration.

The Guildhall is that place.

Weddings | Receptions | Civil Ceremonies

Weddings | Receptions Civil Ceremonies

The Guildhall is one of Derry ~ Londonderry’s most iconic landmarks and has been the city’s civic and social hub since 1890.

The building offers a unique setting for marriages and civil partnership ceremonies, with a wealth of historic features, including the grandeur of the stunning Main Hall and the sweeping Grand Staircase, making your special day even more memorable.

Whether you are celebrating a small, intimate union or a large gathering, the Guildhall provides the perfect backdrop for your special celebration.

Facilities at a Glance

You can choose from one of our two unique spaces to celebrate your special day at the Guildhall.

The Whittaker Suite is perfect for a more intimate ceremony and can hold up to 50 guests while our Main Hall can accommodate up to 400.

 

As well as welcoming your guests to the beautiful historic surrounds of the Guildhall for your ceremony you can also host your reception in the stunning Main Hall.

A warm welcome awaits from our professional, dedicated events team who will cater to your every need.

You can choose from one of our two unique spaces to celebrate your special day at the Guildhall.

The Whittaker Suite is perfect for a more intimate ceremony and can hold up to 50 guests while our Main Hall can accommodate up to 400.

As well as welcoming your guests to the beautiful historic surrounds of the Guildhall for your ceremony you can also host your reception in the stunning Main Hall.

A warm welcome awaits from our professional, dedicated events team who will cater to your every need.

The Main Hall

The expansive Main Hall is the largest room in the Guildhall accommodating up to 400 guests.

This space offers a superb celebratory setting, boasting some of the Guildhall’s most distinctive features, including the magnificent stained glass windows and the beautifully restored Guildhall organ. The organ itself is one of the finest in Europe and special arrangements can be made for musical performances, creating a majestic experience for both you and your guests to enjoy.

The Main Hall can also be transformed into an atmospheric venue for your reception.

The Whittaker Suite

The charming Whittaker Suite is perfect for more intimate ceremonies accommodating up to 50 guests.

The beautiful stained glass windows provide an eye-catching backdrop making this the perfect setting for an elegant and bespoke wedding or civil ceremony.

When you book your special day with us you can be sure of a warm welcome and exceptional service for you and your guests.

We can also provide the following additional features depending on your requirements:

  • A red carpet for the ceremonial aisle
  • A superb setting for photographs both inside and outside the Guildhall
  • Candleholders
  • Wooden easels
  • Podium
  • Fully licensed bar
  • Drinks reception

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