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London Jewish wedding venues don’t get more iconic than The Langham. The site of many a swoonworthy Smashing The Glass wedding, The Langham, London is pure, 100% glamour, and its blend of Victorian grandeur (the hotel dates all the way back to 1865!) with modern luxury is second to none.
If you’re a Londoner, you probably know all of that. But what you might not know is that the events team at The Langham, London are Jewish wedding pros. The property boasts a long-standing history of hosting Jewish weddings, and their weddings team brings the kind of extensive knowledge and experience of Jewish tradition that ensures your wedding planning experience runs smoothly.
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It’s one of those rare venues where truly unforgettable surroundings come together with genuine Jewish wedding expertise and the level of care and attention to detail that makes everything come together.
Read on to find out all the reasons we’re so smitten with The Langham, London, from dedicated spaces for all the key moments of the Jewish wedding day to fantastic kosher catering options and beautiful getting-ready rooms and exquisite guest accommodation.
1. A Team That Just Gets It
We love that everyone on The Langham’s wedding planning team receives dedicated training from senior management to ensure they understand all the ins and outs of Jewish weddings – so when you decide on a Langham wedding, you know from the start you’re going to be getting a seamless experience, no lengthy explanations required.
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And The Langham has hosted at least 10 Jewish weddings a year for the past decade, so questions about the best room for yichud or how to craft the perfect kosher-style menu aren’t just something the team encounters every now and then.
The team’s familiarity with the Jewish wedding scene also means they’ve got great connections with leading professionals across the Jewish event world, ensuring they’re not just conversant with tradition but also at the forefront of evolving preferences and trends.
2. Dedicated Spaces for Every Step of the Day
Another place where The Langham really shines is the wonderful range of rooms available for the different elements of the Jewish wedding day.
Host a welcome reception or pre-wedding drinks for a warm-weather wedding in The Courtyard Garden, The Langham’s private outdoor sanctuary. Indoors, choose The Portland Foyer for a sophisticated, historic atmosphere.
For the badeken, The Mayfair is the hotel’s most popular choice. Its soaring ceilings and beautiful bay window make it an elegant setting for what can be one of the most emotional moments of the day, while also providing a gorgeous backdrop for photographs.
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There are a number of options available for the tisch, with the space chosen according to the size of the groom’s party. The rooms benefit from plenty of natural daylight and are conveniently located in relation to the badeken and ceremony spaces, making it easy for everyone to come together when the time comes.
For the chuppah and reception, of course, there’s the majestic Grand Ballroom, a Grade II listed space that accommodates up to 250 seated guests. Full of sparkling chandeliers and dramatic renaissance pillars, the Grand Ballroom makes the most magical setting for the biggest moments of your day.
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After the chuppah, the Marylebone Room is perfectly positioned for yichud. It sits directly beside the Ballroom and Portland Foyer and can be divided to create a private sanctuary for the two of you. It’s enclosed and away from the noise outside, so you really do get those precious few minutes to savor alone together before heading back out to celebrate with your loved ones.
It’s these logistical details that can make such a difference on the day. And we love that at The Langham, London, each part of the day can have its own distinct ambience, all under one roof.
3. Kosher and Kosher-Style Catering Options
Catering options are a major consideration when you’re choosing a Jewish wedding venue, and The Langham offers a range of excellent options, whatever your needs.
The hotel works with an exclusive list of kosher caterers, including Tony Page, Ben Tenenblat, Eat Me Events, and Taste by Marc Sharer, so if you need fully certified kosher catering, you’ll have a choice of some of the biggest names in the business, depending on your preferred style of food.
If you don’t need fully kosher catering, there’s also the option of using The Langham’s in-house team and crafting a kosher-friendly menu. Meals can be tailored to exclude pork and shellfish, and this is a choice that’s actually become increasingly popular in recent years.
4. Stay, Get Ready, and Smash the Glass All in One Place
The Langham offers the couple a complimentary bridal suite on the night of the celebration, complete with Club Lounge access and breakfast for two the following morning. Or, if you’d rather wake up at the hotel on the morning of the wedding, you can opt to have the suite the night before instead.
For larger bridal parties, the hotel can transform one of its event rooms into a dedicated getting-ready space. The room will be chosen according to the size of your party, and the spaces have plenty of natural daylight, with hair and makeup chairs and mirrors available too.
It also works brilliantly if you’ve got guests travelling in from abroad – which is so incredibly common in the Jewish wedding world. Wedding guests can access preferential room rates from two days before the wedding until two days afterwards, subject to availability, making it so much easier to get everyone gathered together in one place.
5. Five-Star Service From Start to Finish
The Langham, London is synonymous with exceptional service – and when you’re dealing with a wedding that has a lot of moving parts, that’s huge.
The hotel received Forbes Five-Star recognition from 2019 to 2024 and was awarded Two Michelin Keys in 2024, which it has retained since.
The Langham’s weddings team are known for their meticulous approach and ability to anticipate what you and your guests will need throughout the celebration. The aim is for everything happening behind the scenes to feel effortless, so you’re free to enjoy the day rather than worrying about logistics.
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Find Out More
Thinking of celebrating your Jewish wedding at The Langham, London? You can find out more on The Langham’s weddings website or get in touch with their wedding team directly.
Website: www.langhamhotels.com
Email: tllon.weddings@langhamhotels.com
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7636 1000
Instagram: @langham_london
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