Romantic candlelit cruises in London are hard to come by, let alone finding a floating venue that’s wedding-ready. Not any more! Newly designed and built to order, On The Water is a canal boat custom designed for weddings and other similar occasions to provide the perfect party for up to forty guests on the waves.

The boat can host between two and twenty-two diners in its wonderfully wedding-appropriate white interior that can be dressed as per your requests (though we love their gorgeous cream chairs and glass candlesticks, personally, as shown) – it’s a total blank canvas, and the team can arrange everything from floral arrangements to private chefs and entertainment.

On The Water is tucked away in the middle of Regent’s Park, moored below the famous Cedric Price aviary at London Zoo, but since she’s built (a sturdy 60 x 12 ft and weighing a hefty 30 tonnes) to fit through the entire canal system in England, she can reach a whole lot of locations along the River Thames or Regent’s Canal!

The boat even multi-functions as a mini honeymoon option – couples looking for the ultimate in unique stay-cation options will love renting On The Water for a few nights – plus, the boat comes complete with the standard honeymoon champagne welcome and baked breakfast delivered to your door (or your stern, if we’re going to get technical!). Sigh.

So toss in your veil for a sailor hat and get ship-shape for this reception venue that’s sure to make a splash!

ON THE WATER is available to rent overnight for a minimum of two nights for £500 or to hire for events from Davina Stanley Events & Spaces. Visit beonthewater.co.ukfor information on how to hire.

Davina specializes in planning bespoke events, weddings and interiors. Visit davinastanley.com for more details on her services.

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By Alexandra Davey