Located in the heart of Coventry city centre, St Mary’s Guildhall provides a range of unique spaces for hosting funeral receptions and wakes.
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering with close family and friends or a larger celebration of life, we offer options to suit your needs. Explore our diverse spaces below to find the right setting for your event.
We provide a variety of catering choices, including afternoon tea, buffets, and set menu dinners, allowing you to tailor the reception to your preferences. View our Sample Menus.
We are dedicated to helping you create a meaningful and memorable event.
The Guildroom is perfect for small, private gatherings, accommodating up to 23 guests. This space can be hired exclusively for just £100 when you choose one of our catering options.
Please note accessing the Guildroom is via a number of steps.
For a mid-sized reception, the Tales of Tea restaurant, nestled in the historic undercroft of St Mary’s Guildhall, provides a welcoming atmosphere for up to 60 guests.
With its vaulted ceilings and warm, comforting ambiance, the venue is a unique space steeped in history and character.
For larger events, our recently renovated Great Hall offers a majestic setting, featuring the famous Coventry tapestry and accommodates up to 110 guests.
With its historic charm, the Great Hall brings a sense of grandeur to your occasion. Our hospitality team is eager to discuss your requirements to ensure your event is both stress-free and memorable.
Please note that during the Christmas period, we have a Christmas tree on display, which reduces the seating capacity for sit-down events to 90 guests.
We offer a variety of packages to cater to various preferences.
Our price ranges:
*Please note an additional room hire charge applies. Minimum numbers apply.
Please contact us directly to discuss your specific requirements.
Please note: the Guildroom is only available to hire during daytime opening hours. Evening hire may be available at an additional charge. Guests are required to purchase food from our restaurant when hiring one of our rooms. *Food needs to be preordered 24 hours before the event. Please note accessing the Guildroom is via a number of steps.The Tales of Tea restaurant and the Great Hall has lift access. To find out more about accessing the venue please visit: Accessibility Statement | St Mary’s Guildhall (stmarysguildhall.co.uk) .
St Mary’s Guildhall is located on Bayley Lane within the historical centre of Coventry. St Mary’s is a short walk from Pool Meadow Bus Station and Coventry Train Station. The nearest car parks are Salt Lane multi-storey or Grove Street.
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