London is positively overflowing with wedding venue options. And while, yes, everyone loves choice - it can be overwhelming. Well, we're here to make things a little easier for you because if you're looking for a place that's world renown, an iconic beacon of theatre and arts and has panoramic views of the Thames and London's famous cityscape, there's somewhere you need to check out.
You might not have heard of Buffini Chao Deck, but this sky-high events space and wrap-around terrace sits pretty atop of the National Theatre, right on the edge of the Thames. It's got an ideal location, just minutes walk from Waterloo station, perfect for guests coming in from around London or even further afield, thanks to the national rail services. And, for out of towners making a weekend of your special day, there's so much to do in this buzzy hub, they'll be suitably impressed by the city's bright lights.
In terms of the space, the venue is generally very adaptable and for a seated ceremony and seated wedding breakfast, there's capacity for up to 100 guests or for a more informal reception, the space can host up to 200 standing guests. As well as the wrap-around terrace with 360 views, the indoor function room has high ceilings, feels bright and lofty and is a blank canvas so you can transform the space however you like. Plus, impressively the sound and lighting departments from the National Theatre have ensured that the venue is kitted out with state-of-the-art equipment.
The Buffini Chao Deck has a plethora of catering options, think vegetarian, pescatarian and meat-based canapes, as well as three-course seated dinners and even relationships with some of London's coolest food trucks and pop ups, which are perfect for couples who want something a little different.