The Rectory on Princess Street

The Rectory on Princess Street is a historic event venue in Old Town Alexandria, offering indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings, private celebrations, meetings, concerts and other gatherings. Dating from 1785, the former rectory combines period character with a choice of settings, including an English garden, an atrium, a ballroom and a conference room. Organisers can choose spaces to suit the occasion, from an intimate meeting to a wedding ceremony or reception. The venue's published guidance gives an overall capacity of up to 100 guests, with the suitable room arrangement depending on the event and its format.

Couples can hold ceremonies and receptions at the property, and wedding rehearsals may be arranged subject to availability. The garden offers an outdoor setting, while the interior rooms provide alternatives for dining, gatherings and performances. The venue is also used for concerts, including events in its Secret Garden concert series.

The Rectory provides a clean event space and an on-site venue manager during the rental period. Organisers arrange their own catering and other event suppliers, subject to the venue's approval process. The team can share recommendations for caterers and other local partners, but venue staff do not act as wedding planners or manage the event timeline. Audio-visual equipment and technicians are not included, so these should be arranged separately if needed. As the property sits in a residential neighbourhood, sound restrictions apply, particularly to amplified music outdoors. Set in the centre of Old Town, the venue is within walking distance of King Street, nearby hotels, shops and restaurants, and is accessible by public transport.