An icon of Brutalist architecture, the Barbican is one of the UK’s architectural treasures.
Working with a site almost completely razed by the Blitz, the Barbican’s architects, Chamberlain, Powell and Bon, seized the opportunity to propose a radical transformation of how we live in buildings and cities.
The result is one of London’s most ambitious and unique architectural achievements: a city within a city that is raised above street level and draws on a rich palette of references, from ancient Roman fortresses and French Modernism to Mediterranean holidays and Scandinavian design.
As well as the main auditorium there is a theatre, 3 cinema screens, an art gallery and even a tropical conservatory.
How do I get to the Barbican Centre?
- The Barbican is within walking distance to several tube and train stations and bus routes.
- You can also walk to the Barbican within 30 minutes from much of central London and explore the city on your way.
- Car parking is available if you are travelling by car and can be booked in advance.
For more information visit the The Barbican.
What are the food and drink facilities?
After the ceremony you and your guests are warmly invited to attend a reception.
Following the ceremony, we’ll ask you to make your way to the foyer areas where light refreshments will be served.
The Barbican Centre is home to lots of bars and restaurants if you’d like to plan a post-ceremony lunch or dinner. To explore these options more take a look at the Barbican: Eat & drink.
What are the accessibility arrangements?
If you or your guests have any special requirements for your ceremony, please be sure to notify us within the booking process when purchasing tickets for your ceremony, so that we can make the appropriate arrangements for you.
You can update your booking with these details up to the amendment deadline.
For more details on accessibility at the Barbican Centre please visit Barbican: Accessibility.
