Two Temple Place

Holy moly this place is beyond beautiful. Unless you were an extra in downton abbey or are part of the made in chelsea cast it is pretty unlikely you get to see buildings like this on a regular basis. It is an absolute gem of victorian architecture, everywhere you look there are gorgeous details. Take your time looking around as you need time to take it all in. Check their website for their opening times as they are a bit sporadic. It is currently open until the 23rd of April, so I will be popping back for another visit next week, the exquisite stained glass is calling my name. 

This building is beautiful and so interesting and has a staircase that looks like the one from Titanic - you know Jack, Jack, where are you Jack? It has stunning Windows and intricate woodwork. Go on Open House weekend!

Absolutely stunning and totally worth a visit, especially now to avail of the Beyond Beauty exhibition which is totally free. Take this opportunity to see this wonderful building that is often closed to the public. A great way to spend an afternoon in London. Don't forget to check out the amazing stained glass ceiling. Wow.

I visited this marvel of gothic revival architecture for the Beyond Beauty Egyptology exhibition, having been completely unawares of its existence. What a treasure this building is! Having been built with an open ended budget in the Victorian era this building culminates the best of British craftsmanship (funded by an American). Dozens of different types of wood line each room, with many intricate carvings. It's been sympathetically restored (after WWII bomb damage) and added to in the 60s, something which I hope continues so it can continue to be enjoyed by future generations. While the building is only open during the exhibition, it can be hired out privately for events, where I'm sure it would be the star of the show. It's owned and run by The Bulldog Trust charity, so ensure to dig deep and donate if you pay a visit, so others can enjoy what they have to offer.

I am so chuffed about discovering this magnificent place, just moments from Temple station. This is a hidden little treasure within London, the architecture of this neo-gothic mansion is just incredible and has to be admired in person. I had no idea it even existed. Impressive rooms with fireplaces, wooden panelled walls and stained glass windows. The ornately decorated and impressive staircase is the most striking feature and has also featured in Downtown Abbey did you know! This a great place to visit that is rarely accessible to the general public apart from during the Open house weekend or their winter exhibitions so would strongly recommend that you go. This would also be a beautiful venue for corporate event or wedding.

I recently attended a wedding at Two Temple Place and it is an absolutely beautiful venue for such a special occasion. Tucked away by the river, the house is full of intricately decorated rooms that had a romantic feel and worked perfectly for the different parts of the day. That staircase! The staff were brilliant – canapes were always within reach, the wedding breakfast was incredible, the bar was flowing – and the evening was brought to a close as we left by the light of the flaming torches outside the gates. A brilliant setting and absolutely worth seeing if you can.