20 Warehouse Wedding Venues Perfect for a Chic, Industrial Style Wedding
Cool, modern couples can make these blank canvas warehouse wedding venues their own!
It’s more and more common now for couples to veer away from booking a church ceremony or getting married in a stately home wedding venue - enter the warehouse wedding venue trend!
The rise of alternative wedding venues is upon us and industrial style warehouse wedding venues are becoming more and more popular.
These warehouse wedding venues are trendy blank canvases that you can put your own stamp on and have the wedding that you want.
20 of the Coolest Industrial Warehouse Wedding Venues in the UK
All you need is some amazing wedding venue decorations and a wedding arch (or two...) and you're left with the modern, chic wedding venue of your dreams!
To help you on your quest to plan the ultimate cool wedding, we've gathered the best of the best when it comes to industrial wedding venues and warehouse blank canvases. Here are our favourites…
1. TheHackney.co – East London
TheHackney.co in East London is a place that is thriving with atmosphere and buzzing with energy. Usually used for London events and high-end fashion shoots, the space is trendy and totally versatile. You can create a light, airy wedding reception or an intimate warmly-lit space – whatever your style is, TheHackney.co can make it happen.
2. Fazeley Studios – West Midlands
Set in the heart of Birmingham, Fazeley Studios is a city wedding venue with a difference. Their range of beautifully lit spaces can hold up to 150 of your closest friends and family and will even create a tailor-made menu for your wedding breakfast – now that’s what you call a foodie wedding venue.
3. The West Mill – Derbyshire
The West Mill in Derbyshire is a former cotton spinning mill that has been fully restored to the highest standard and now stands as a Grade I listed building with so much to offer.
Totally inspired by the converted warehouses in locations such as Shoreditch and New York, the designers have completely pulled off the industrial warehouse wedding venue theme whilst still managing to keep and highlight the original 1800s architecture.
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4. Small Beer Brewery – East London*
Small Beer Brewery in Bermondsey, South East London, is an industrial-style warehouse wedding venue that can cater to a variety of different-sized receptions.
You'll be within walking distance of the River Thames for iconic wedding day photos, and the cool London wedding venue offers endless versatility for you to make your own. Surrounded by barrels and beer-a-brewing, you'll really enjoy the industrial vibes of this ever-so-trendy setting.
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5. Hackney Church Brew Co – East London
Hackney is positively teeming with ultra-trendy event spaces, and Hackney Church Brew Co is no exception. Not only is this industrial wedding venue set in the heart of the borough and its vibrant nightlife, but it offers open and versatile gathering spaces that couples can customize to suit their needs.
Both indoor and outdoor options are available, making this the perfect all-weather wedding venue. There are also a number of beers brewed in-house ready for you to sample with your wedding guests. What more could you ask for?
6. Victoria Warehouse – Manchester
The unconventional lovers looking for a unique wedding venue will fall head over heels in love with Victoria Warehouse in Manchester. This awesome industrial wedding venue is almost 100 years old and has two event spaces in its establishment.
The Bays is suitable for parties between 500 and 250 people and for even bigger celebrations, The Cotton Sheds can gold between 300-900 guests – now that’s what you call large capacity wedding venue!
7. Rum Warehouse at the Titanic Hotel – Liverpool
The Titanic Hotel and Rum Warehouse in Liverpool is a historic World Heritage site and was once a 1950s warehouse. The hotel wedding venue boasts 153 spectacular bedrooms which allows for plenty of your guests to spend the night and keep the party going in this completely unique warehouse.
8. West Reservoir – North London*
West Reservoir in North London is a warehouse wedding venue popping with 1930s industrial architecture and really captures the warehouse theme that is so sought after nowadays. The high ceilings and large glass windows allow plenty of light to soar through and brighten the room. It has a charming outdoor terrace which looks over the water and would make a perfect spot for some wedding selfies to be taken.
9. The Message Trust – Manchester
Situated in the south of Manchester, The Message Trust is a unique and contemporary warehouse wedding venue that can be transformed in whichever way you and your partner would like. The warm lighting and brick walls give it a very cosy atmosphere which is more unusual in industrial-style venues.
10. The Pavilions, Mile End Park – London
The Pavilions, Mile End Park is a complete blank canvas wedding venue which is perfectly suited to luxurious decorations that turn this place into a seriously luxurious wedding venue. If you are a couple who want to use your imagination to create a totally tailor-made décor style in the city, then this could be the wedding venue for you.
11. Shoreditch Studios – Hackney, East London
Shoreditch Studios is an ideal warehouse wedding venue for soon-to-be newlyweds who adore industrial-chic aesthetics. Featuring city views and blank canvas event spaces, this hidden gem can set the scene for every part of your special day.
Whether you are planning an intimate or large-scale celebration, this venue can accommodate your needs. So, if you desire a stylish wedding in the heart of the capital, be sure to place this at the top of your shortlist!
12. Brunel Museum – South East London
13. Hatch – East London
Hatch in Hackney, East London, is a cool warehouse wedding venue with an industrial eclectic style of décor and chic details that would catch anyone’s eye. It’s such a trendy venue that brings old together with new to create something that you will struggle to find elsewhere. So if this is your kind of style, this is probably also your wedding venue!
14. Kanteena – Lancashire*
Kanteena in Lancaster, Lancashire, is perfect for those planning on hosting a casual, laid-back event. With space for gatherings of 30 or large soirées of 300, you can host a grand reception or a chilled-out afterparty in this ambient setting.
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15. Woolwich Works – South East London
For a truly trendy soirée, choose Woolwich Works. This remarkable warehouse venue offers a number of trendy, unique, and flexible event spaces to choose from, allowing your imagination to completely let loose. Each room has its own one-of-a-kind flair and is steeped in the history of the vibrant city. This is the ultimate chance to make a wedding venue your own!
16. The Tetley – West Yorkshire
The Tetley effortlessly blends both historic charm and contemporary style in order to provide couples with a luxurious and artistic wedding venue. Previously operating as the Tetley Brewery Headquarters back in 1931, the architecture of this property is a call-back to the iconic art deco style.
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17. Museum of London Docklands
If you’ve always talked about getting married in a museum wedding venue, why not consider the Museum of London Docklands. It is the perfect way to combine an important and cultural venue with a love of the city of London and is also Canary Wharf’s only Grade I listed building!
18. Hixter Bankside – London*
Formerly a metal box factory, Hixter Bankside benefits from the high ceilings and industrial feels of a warehouse wedding venue and we absolutely love it. The venue is now a restaurant and bar, and offers hire of the entire space or just particular rooms which can be a great option for couples who are planning a wedding on a budget.
19. The Glass House at ANRAN – Devon*
Want to be at one with nature in a more industrial, contemporary setting? The Glass House at ANRAN in might just be the Devon wedding venue for you. The glass ceiling floods the room with natural light and the vibrant lighting makes it an energetic dance hall when the sun goes down. You really need to see this venue to believe it.
20. Old Library – West Midlands
Originally one of Birmingham’s first free libraries in the 1800s, the Old Library is full of history and character. Its romantic atmosphere is flooded with so much natural daylight and the high ceilings are grand and breathtaking. The architecture is very Victorian Gothic and could definitely embrace some gothic wedding ideas for a totally different look in this library wedding venue.
How to Decorate a Warehouse Wedding Venue
Now that you've chosen your industrial-chic wedding venue, where do you start with décor? Whether you're inspired by different themes or specific colour palettes, there's a lot to decide when it comes to getting down to the details of decorating. Here at Hitched, we've gathered some advice from industry professionals to ensure that you and your soon-to-be spouse can really see your vision come to life.
The expert team at Jaydas Events LTD in South East London love industrial warehouses for their versatility and flexibility. With their raw, unique feel, these kinds of settings are perfect for more rustic weddings in particular.
The Jaydas team also advised us that a key element to consider while planning is the lighting: "Due to its open space, a warehouse venue will benefit from lighting to bring out its beauty." Think candles, candelabras, tea light votives, and fairy lights to add a warm glow and sense of romance to the room.
Looking to display your fresh (or faux) flowers? The folks at Jaydas suggest doing so in the form of floral chandeliers. Hang these eye-catching creations above dining tables, balanced with low centrepieces on the tables themselves to totally transform your space.
If you're hoping to achieve a more urban look or more boho vibes, Shirley of Serenlilly Wedding & Event Hire in Bracknell, Berkshire, had some sound advice.
Balancing the raw, industrial features to create an elegant blend of aesthetics, you can use backdrops and drapery for a more luxurious, textured setting for your day. Another great way to add a bit of glamour to the space, Shirley advises, is to add lanterns, table styling, and floral arrangements.
Most of all: remember to enjoy the process, and take time basking in your dream event becoming a reality at your versatile, blank-canvas wedding venue. The possibilities are truly endless.
Still stuck for ideas? Why not try and see what the perfect venue is for your personality – it could make the decision making so much easier!
