Grand Junction at St Mary Magdelene's is a uniquely ornate and architecturally significant Grade 1 listed Victorian church, located in the City of Westminster borough, in London Paddington.

The church was designed by G.E. Street, who designed the Royal Courts of Justice on the Strand, with the painted ceiling and stained glass by some of the finest craftsmen of the day, that was eye-catching enough to be featured in the 2012 film Les Miserables. An extension by award-winning architects Dow Jones, completed in 2019, brings modern facilities and positions this stunning historic building as a perfect venue for important and memorable celebrations.

A stone’s throw from Paddington Station, Warwick Avenue Station, Royal Oak Station, and a short journey from central London, our canal-side location is easy for your guests to reach.

Facilities and Capacity:

Grand Junction provides a WOW-factor space that will impress your guests. It is a versatile venue, over two levels, with dedicated event spaces that can be transformed for your special day.

The Nave is our main space where your reception will take place. Dating back more than 200 years, is a beautiful 19th-century masterpiece. The space can host up to 80 - 230 guests for a seated dinner and 400 standing.

The Undercroft is the atmospheric crypt of our venue - perfect for arrival drinks, canapes, or dancing later in the evening. Or alternativly can be used as an additional preparation space for caterers. This space can host up to 160 people standing.

Tucked next to the undercroft is our hidden gem, The Chapel, which is used extensivly for filming and makes for the perfect spot for those all important bride and groom photos.

Services Offered:

When you book with us, our in-house Event Manager work with you to coordinate the elements that will make your day special. They will help you navigate the venue, to make it work in the best way for your needs, wants, and timeline. They can also offer support with finding the right suppliers and hire companies, answer venue questions as they come up, and on the day logistics.

To make the day truly your own, you can work with suppliers of your choice at no extra cost from us, this includes caterers, florists, bands, DJs, and production suppliers.