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The Britannia Suite

Ravens Ait Island

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Vibrant wedding celebration in The Britannia Suite with confetti and joyful guests.
  • From £2750
  • 150 Dining
  • Surbiton Station
  • From £2750
  • 150 Dining
  • Surbiton Station
If you're looking for a traditionally elegant yet decidedly not average setting for your Wedding Breakfast or reception, look no further than our Britannia Suite. Its bi-fold doors let the outside in; giving way to stunning views of Hampton Court's Royal resident from our outside decking area. There are fairy-lit canopies for a beautiful backdrop. Use the state of the art sound system to dance with your partner and watch the sun set over our adjoining garden as day turns to night, and enjoy the rest of your day in a truly magical setting.
  • Outside decking with fairy-lit canopies
  • State of the art sound system
  • Music allowed until 11:45PM
  • Outside DJ and decor permitted
  • Exclusive use of entire island
  • Private island location accessible only by boat
  • Complimentary ferry collection and drop off
  • Marquee and lawns for outdoor ceremonies
  • Thames Suite with bi-fold doors
  • Britannia Suite with Hampton Court views

Frequently asked questions

Ravens Ait Island requires a minimum of 45 guests for all wedding bookings due to the size of the venue rooms. Events with fewer than 45 guests cannot be accommodated on the island.

Wedding packages start from £70 per guest for the Party Package, which includes venue hire, food (buffet options available including Indian Diamond menu), welcome drink (glass of juice/chai or Prosecco), and complimentary ferry transport. Higher-tier packages are available with 3-course meals, canapés, and wine service for £99-£120 per guest.

Music is allowed until 11:45 PM and all guests must vacate the island by midnight. These are strict house rules that apply to all wedding events on the island.

Ferry collection and drop-off is complimentary for all wedding events. The venue operates two 11-seater boats throughout the event running shuttle-style service, plus books a 50-80 seater boat for one hour during guest arrival (subject to availability). The ferry journey takes only 30-45 seconds to reach the island.

A 50% deposit is required to secure your wedding date if the event is within 6 months. All dates are secured on a first-come, first-served basis, and the venue cannot hold dates during the consultation period.

Yes, outside DJs, bands, and decorations are allowed for wedding events. The venue is flexible with external suppliers and vendors, making it suitable for couples who want to customize their wedding with preferred suppliers.

Wedding dining options include buffet menus (BBQ, Indian Diamond menu) or 3-course plated meals (Classic, Platinum menus). The venue offers a 10% discount on all pre-ordered drinks, and packages can include welcome drinks, wine service (half bottle per guest), and bar tabs for additional beverages.

The venue can accommodate wedding ceremonies and receptions, with the Britannia Suite featuring bi-fold doors opening to stunning views of Hampton Court Palace from the outside decking area. The space includes fairy-lit canopies for ceremony backdrops and a state-of-the-art sound system.

Parking information is available in a dedicated parking document provided by the venue. Since the venue is accessible only by boat, parking arrangements are made on the mainland before guests take the complimentary ferry service to the island.

The venue can accommodate up to 200+ guests for wedding events, with the Marquee & Lawns space being used for larger celebrations. Different room configurations are available depending on guest count, from the Thames Suite for smaller groups to the full Marquee setup for larger weddings.

More about Ravens Ait Island

Raven's Ait is the only island on the River Thames in Surbiton that can only be accessed by boat. With views of Hampton court and only 17 minutes from Waterloo, London. It is the perfect place to hold all types of events such as - wedding reception, unusual events, private dining, birthday parties, summer parties, Christmas parties, meetings, away days, conferences, gala dinners, presentations, marriage ceremonies, team building, training days offsite meetings, garden games on our front lawn the list is endless. Raven's Ait is such a unique space for so many types of events.

The Britannia Suite at Ravens Ait Island - Weddings

Capacity: Up to 150 guests (Dining)
Location: Ravens Ait Island, Portsmouth Road , Kingston upon Thames, KT6 4HH, London
Coordinates: 51.3984291830328, -0.309876578295871

Features

  • Wifi
  • Backlit Fairy Light Curtain

Food & Drink

  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering
  • Recommended Caterering List Available
  • Recommended Caterers Only

Space

  • Parking Spaces
  • Disabled Access
  • Outdoor Space
  • 240m² (2,583ft²)

Licenses

  • Licensed Until 12am
  • Wedding License

Capacities

  • 150 Dining

Venue Guide Prices

Business

Delegate packages

PriceSchedulePackage
£53 / Per PersonMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mocking Bird 2

Venue Hire Hourly

PriceSchedule
£3,000 / Venue FeeMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Venue Hire Hourly

PriceSchedule
£3,000 / Venue FeeMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Events

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£3,000 / Venue FeeMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Venue Hire Per Evening

PriceSchedule
£3,000 / Venue FeeMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Delegate packages

PriceSchedulePackage
£53 / Per PersonMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mocking Bird 2

Weddings

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£2,750 / Venue FeeMondays to Thursdays, 09:00 - 17:00

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£3,300 / Venue FeeFridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£3,850 / Venue FeeSaturdays and Sundays, 09:00 - 17:00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum guest requirement for wedding bookings at Ravens Ait Island?

Ravens Ait Island requires a minimum of 45 guests for all wedding bookings due to the size of the venue rooms. Events with fewer than 45 guests cannot be accommodated on the island.

What are the wedding package prices and what do they include?

Wedding packages start from £70 per guest for the Party Package, which includes venue hire, food (buffet options available including Indian Diamond menu), welcome drink (glass of juice/chai or Prosecco), and complimentary ferry transport. Higher-tier packages are available with 3-course meals, canapés, and wine service for £99-£120 per guest.

What are the venue's operating hours and music restrictions for weddings?

Music is allowed until 11:45 PM and all guests must vacate the island by midnight. These are strict house rules that apply to all wedding events on the island.

How does transportation to and from the island work for wedding guests?

Ferry collection and drop-off is complimentary for all wedding events. The venue operates two 11-seater boats throughout the event running shuttle-style service, plus books a 50-80 seater boat for one hour during guest arrival (subject to availability). The ferry journey takes only 30-45 seconds to reach the island.

What deposit is required to secure a wedding date?

A 50% deposit is required to secure your wedding date if the event is within 6 months. All dates are secured on a first-come, first-served basis, and the venue cannot hold dates during the consultation period.

Can couples bring their own suppliers and decorations for their wedding?

Yes, outside DJs, bands, and decorations are allowed for wedding events. The venue is flexible with external suppliers and vendors, making it suitable for couples who want to customize their wedding with preferred suppliers.

What dining and bar options are available for wedding receptions?

Wedding dining options include buffet menus (BBQ, Indian Diamond menu) or 3-course plated meals (Classic, Platinum menus). The venue offers a 10% discount on all pre-ordered drinks, and packages can include welcome drinks, wine service (half bottle per guest), and bar tabs for additional beverages.

What wedding ceremony options are available on the island?

The venue can accommodate wedding ceremonies and receptions, with the Britannia Suite featuring bi-fold doors opening to stunning views of Hampton Court Palace from the outside decking area. The space includes fairy-lit canopies for ceremony backdrops and a state-of-the-art sound system.

Is there parking available for wedding guests?

Parking information is available in a dedicated parking document provided by the venue. Since the venue is accessible only by boat, parking arrangements are made on the mainland before guests take the complimentary ferry service to the island.

What is the maximum capacity for weddings at Ravens Ait Island?

The venue can accommodate up to 200+ guests for wedding events, with the Marquee & Lawns space being used for larger celebrations. Different room configurations are available depending on guest count, from the Thames Suite for smaller groups to the full Marquee setup for larger weddings.

Venue Photos

This venue has 10 professional photos:

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Amenities & Features

  • Private island location accessible only by boat
  • Complimentary ferry collection and drop off
  • Marquee and lawns for outdoor ceremonies
  • Thames Suite with bi-fold doors
  • Britannia Suite with Hampton Court views
  • Outside decking with fairy-lit canopies
  • State of the art sound system
  • Music allowed until 11:45PM
  • Outside DJ and decor permitted
  • Exclusive use of entire island

Event Types

Great for: Ravens Ait is the only private island venue on the River Thames accessible exclusively by boat, offering complete exclusivity just 17 minutes from London Waterloo.

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Additional Information

Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform

Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/130342/Ravens-Ait-Island/The-Britannia-Suite/Weddings