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We interviewed Emma Duggan, who regularly shoots couples and weddings at The Old Marylebone Town Hall, to get a photographer's point of view on how and to what degree things changed in the building since the restrictions came in but mostly how that affects capturing those special moments. Read below to hear Emma's experience.

Was there anything you were quite concerned about with the changing restrictions?

The lack of consistency from some venues has been occasionally a little frightening. At times, my safety has been compromised which can prove uncomfortable.

2020. The year that has changed and affected everything – including your wedding plans! Here at The Old Marylebone Town Hall we had big, exciting plans too. We were counting down to this our centenary year – 100 years of memories at the building and we had hoped to celebrate with you all in various ways but that was not to be. Fingers crossed for next year.

The lockdown and pause on weddings disheartened us all but to be able to offer weddings again, since July 4th, and getting back to helping couples start a life together has been a joy. We have already conducted more than 200 since that date and we look forward to those still to come.

Some of you may be aware that The Old Marylebone Town Hall, first opened in 1920, underwent a major refurbishment between 2014 and 2018. The older version was well-loved and saw many happy memories and the new version has only added to that legacy. To celebrate this work and the 100th year anniversary of the Town Hall this year, we spoke to Associate Partner from Sheppard Robson, Gavin Robinson, who lead the design team on the refurbishment. He explains why this was such a special project to work on…

Happy Monday everyone! We hope you are keeping well and safe during this time.

What makes No.11 Cavendish Square special?

No.11 Cavendish Square’s Georgian architecture provides the perfect setting to host chic wedding celebrations, giving your day a sense of sophistication and distinguished elegance. Located in the heart of London’s West End we are London’s most “reachable” wedding Venue. The site is exclusively yours on your special day, your very won Georgian Mansion in W1. The Orangery and Courtyard provide a “weatherproof” home with an outdoor ambience for your London wedding. The beautiful building is enhanced by the famed professional catering services of Searcys.

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