City · London, Greater London

The Pelligon (formerly East Wintergarden)

Glass-roofed waterside venue at Canary Wharf, formerly East Wintergarden, licensed for weddings

At this venue Exclusive use City location Water features Buffet meal facilities Seated meal facilities Outdoor space Wedding coordinator

The Pelligon is the venue that was known for many years as East Wintergarden, at 43 Bank Street in Canary Wharf, east London. Reopened under its new name in 2024 and named after the building's architect, Cesar Pelli, it is a vast hall under a vaulted glass roof, filled with natural light and set beside West India South Dock. The interior has been reworked as a neutral blank canvas, ready to be styled however you like.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

Exclusive use comes as standard, so for the day the whole building is yours. The plain, modern interior gives you complete freedom over the look of the wedding, and with room for a big guest list, it suits couples who want a large, urban celebration with ceremony and party in one place.

Ceremonies

The Pelligon is fully licensed for civil ceremonies, and also hosts humanist and celebrant weddings and Jewish ceremonies, with a stage and space for a chuppah. Ceremonies currently take place indoors, under the glass roof, with room for up to around 440 guests.

Receptions and food

The main hall can seat up to around 400 for dinner, with a mezzanine gallery above and a waterside terrace outside. Catering comes from the in-house team, with a choice of pre-approved outside suppliers, and bringing in your own caterer can be discussed. There is a licensed bar, and corkage is available on request. Exclusive hire runs from 11am to midnight, with set-up access from 10am and extra hours on request. Weekend and dry hire are both offered.

Getting there and the area

Canary Wharf is one of the best-connected parts of London. The Elizabeth line, Jubilee line and DLR all stop within a few minutes' walk, and Thames Clippers boats run from Canary Wharf Pier. There is on-site car parking. The surrounding estate has plenty of restaurants, bars and waterside walks, and the venue can recommend nearby hotels, as there are no bedrooms on site.

Good to know

Fireworks and paper confetti are not allowed, but real petals are welcome, excluding lilies.
Open flames are not permitted, with an exception for religious ceremonies by agreement.
There is on-site car parking.