Overlooked by the magnificent St Paul's Cathedral, The Happenstance is a sophisticated and elegant wedding venue in the heart of the City of London. A busy and vibrant location during the week, Paternoster Square is a truly peaceful setting at weekends, perfect for unforgettable wedding celebrations. The impressive venue has its own chic, modern wine bar and terrace area, which boasts stunning views of St Paul's. Couples will love the romantic and elegant location, and the dedicated team aims to exceed expectations by providing a flexible and bespoke service. Facilities and Capacity The Happenstance caters to large and small weddings and can accommodate up to 150 seated guests to dine or 350 for a relaxed drinks reception. With indoor and outdoor seating available, the team prides themselves on their flexible approach and can tailor the venue's layout, design, catering, and service to create the perfect day. The Happenstance is licensed to hold civil wedding ceremonies, and couples can exchange vows in the chic and modern interior before raising a toast with loved ones on the terrace. The stunning views of St Pauls's Cathedral will provide the perfect backdrop for wedding photos before returning to the restaurant for the wedding reception. Services Offered The Happenstance offers a range of services that couples can tailor to meet their needs. A dedicated wedding coordinator will ensure that each event is as seamless as it is memorable. Catering is available from a team of executive chefs who will prepare a menu to each couple's specifications. From canapés to formal three-course wedding breakfasts, every dish is a culinary delight sure to please even the most refined palette.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Tuesday

Thank you for visiting us at Bride Book! I would love to hear all about your wedding ideas and see how we can bring our Drake and Morgan vibe to your wedding. If you have any questions regarding any of our venues please do get in touch and I would be more than happy to help. Kind regards, Tuesday x

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2012

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of The Happenstance

Venue Type

Pub

Restaurant

Dining Capacity

109

Reception Capacity

350

Usual Access Time

08:00 AM

Usual Finish Time

12:00 AM

Late Night Extension

Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance

Sound System Available

Wedding Licence

Dancefloor Available

Confetti Permitted

Venue

Exclusive Use

Pet Friendly

Disabled Access

City View

Outdoor Reception Space

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Food and Drink

External Catering Permitted

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

In-House Wine List

In-house Catering

Alcohol Licence

Cultural Specialists

Jewish Wedding Specialist

Muslim Wedding Specialist

Asian Wedding Specialist

Pricing for The Happenstance

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£110

Maximum Price

£160

We work on a minimum spend basis and that will vary according to the date and venue you choose. We do not charge for venue hire. The minimum spend is made up of both pre-ordered food and drinks along with any additional items consumed on the night. This means after your pre-order the remaining amount can be spent as a cash bar or bar tab. ALL PACKAGES INCLUDE: • Dedicated wedding coordinator to help you with your special day. • Exclusive hire of the venue • Furniture, linen, crockery including glassware and tea lights. • Cake stands and knife, name cards and table numbers. • Complimentary tasting for up to 4 people. • Cash bar facilities if required.

What is included in this pricing:

Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest

Canapés included

Furniture included

Exclusive use

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)

Reviews for The Happenstance
(8)

Phoebe & Michael

Happy couple married in November

October 2023

THANK YOU!!!!

Dear Gabi, From our first conversation you've been an absolute blessing. You were so supportive and encouraging it was so refreshing. We had such an amazing time. We’re so glad that we went ahead with having a intimate wedding reception, you've ensured that Michael and I didn’t have to worry about anything on the day. Our guests were well looked after, food was amazing & drinks were flowing. Everyone genuinely had a wonderful time and it was all thanks to you. We cannot thank you enough!

Kirstie

Happy couple married in July

October 2023

Amazing wedding experience

From the first look round to the follow up after the wedding day, we cannot rate this venue highly enough. The wedding planner Gabriela was first class, great with ideas to guide us, organised, took a lot of the weight off our shoulders when organising our Wedding from Barnsley. The food was delicious and made the event so special, we could also personalise our wedding breakfast from the tasting session. Staff on the day were just fantastic!

Lorraine McGuire

Wedding: October

May 2023

Amazing guest experience

I attended my friends stunning wedding at The Happenstance, I was triumphed by the attentive service and delightful food, not to mention the classy decor.

Emylle & Vinny

Happy couple married in March

April 2023

"Every detail looked amazing!!!!!"

We cant put to words how thankful we are for you two!Our wedding couldn't have been more perfect!Every detail looked amazing! Gabriela, thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts for putting all of it together!Anita, thank you for all the attention, care and respect given to us on Saturday!We truly appreciate your effort in making sure we had the best time ever.Dan was so kind and thoughtful!For sure every 4th of March we will be coming back to celebrate our special day at The Happenstance

Just a short note to thank the staff for all their assistance with preparations on the 13th of August for Tala & Michale's wedding dinner at the Happenstance in St. Pauls. I would particularity like to point out Anita who was on point for the entire day. Other than being totally professional, she conveyed both warmth, humour & advice throughout the day. They made us feel at home as photographers & informing us of planning to help offer a smooth delivery to the Bride, Groom & guests.

Rebecca & Edi

Happy couple married in September

April 2023

One happy couple!

We are finally coming back down to earth and just trying to process it all. The day was absolutely perfect. More than we could of ever dreamed of. I cannot thank you enough for all your hard work in making it happen, along with all of the Happenstance team especially Dan. The service and food was excellent. The venue looked stunning. Jesse was spoilt rotten as usual. I am still a bit lost for words about it all!

Tala & Michael

Happy couple married in August

April 2023

"make dreams come true"

We wanted to extend our gratitude to you and all the staff that helped make our wedding day one of the best days of our lives. Your motto is to "make dreams come true" and we can confidently say you made ours. We received SO many comments about the beautiful venue, the impeccable service, the delicious food, and your hard work did not go unnoticed! You were attentive, accommodating, present, professional and yet you still felt part of the party. We won't hesitate to recommend you!

Hollie & Mimi

Happy couple married in July

April 2023

Huge thank you!

We want to say a huge thank you for hosting our wedding party at the Happenstance! We all had an amazing time and it went super smoothly. Everything was beautifully presented and our guests were very impressed with the venue, we had many comments on it! The food was excellent and everybody enjoyed it a lot. The drinks were also beautifully made, the martinis were particularly delicious. Gabriela, thank you so much for all your help with the planning process, , so many little elements to remember

Location & Contact Details for The Happenstance

Website

Phone

Wedding Venue Address

10 Paternoster Square, London, Greater London, EC4M 7DX, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

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Nearest Town

St Paul's Square

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M32

Nearest Train Station

Blackfriars / St Paul's Underground

Nearest Airport

London City Airport

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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Happenstance?

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What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

As hard as it may seem, this day is about you. Whilst I know that it can feel a bit overwhelming when trying to please every guest, but that is what we are here for. We try to do our best to ensure you are looked after as a couple, as well as each guest getting the personal Drake and Morgan welcome. Try to relax and enjoy the planning process, and everything will all fall into place.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

The best has got to be when one of our brides had her pug as her Ring Bearer - He did a very good job!

Describe The Happenstance in 5 adjectives

Classic, Historic, Sophisticated, Versatile and Open plan.

Where’s the best photo spot at The Happenstance?

St Paul's Cathedral and Paternoster Square - how could you go wrong with such historic landmarks!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Happenstance?

Absolutely - but a good wedding planner never tells!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Crayfish popcorn with Aioli!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Bacon Buttie - Extra Ketchup for me!

What is The Happenstance most unique feature?

We hold a Ceremony License for up to 80 guests, so you can enjoy your entire day from ceremony, through to reception and dancing in the one space, in an area steeped in history and overlooked by the iconic London landmark that is St Paul's Cathedral.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The service we offer to each of our couples and their guests. Whether you are having an intimate wedding through to large weddings of 800 people, we ensure that each and every guests is looked after. We spend a lot of time with our couples carefully planning every aspect of their big day, which we love to do!

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