Immersed in London’s Wedding Society - a student perspective from 10–11 Carlton House Terrace

One of the most defining aspects of studying at The Event School London is how quickly students are immersed in the real world of events. From the very start of their course, learning moves beyond the classroom and into London’s most respected venues, placing students directly inside the environments they aspire to work in.

Recently, a small group of students attended an exclusive showcase at 10–11 Carlton House Terrace, an iconic address overlooking St James’s Park and a cornerstone of London’s wedding and private events scene. Among them was Anh, a student from Vietnam currently studying on the Advanced Diploma in Wedding and Event Planning.

During the visit, Anh shared her favourite space in the venue, the Blue Room. Known for its elegance, architectural detail and refined atmosphere, the room made a strong impression. Her response was instinctive and thoughtful, exactly the kind of professional eye we aim to nurture in our students from day one.

Learning through immersion, not observation

For Anh, this visit came just weeks after commencing her course, yet she was already analysing the venue through the lens of a future planner. This is no accident. At The Event School London, experiential learning sits at the heart of our teaching philosophy. Students are encouraged to see, question, reflect and connect, developing confidence and industry awareness early in their training.

Site tours and industry excursions are not treated as optional extras. They are embedded into our programmes as core learning moments. Whether walking through heritage townhouses, contemporary event spaces or luxury hotels, students gain an understanding of flow, guest experience, logistics and storytelling that cannot be replicated through theory alone.

London as the classroom

Studying in London offers unparalleled access to the wedding and events industry. From heritage venues such as Carlton House Terrace to modern, design-led spaces across the capital, the city itself becomes a living classroom. For international students like Anh, this immersion is particularly powerful. It provides not only professional insight, but also cultural context and global perspective.

During this visit, our Director Maria and Lead Wedding Planning Lecturer Siobhan Craven-Robins were able to guide students through the experience, sharing professional insight while allowing space for personal discovery. These shared moments between students and industry leaders help bridge the gap between education and practice, building confidence and professional identity.

Building industry connection from the outset

We are incredibly grateful to the team at 10–11 Carlton House Terrace for their generosity and openness in welcoming our students. Experiences like this reinforce the importance of strong industry relationships and mutual respect between education providers and venues.

For our students, these visits plant the seeds of future careers. Today they attend as learners, tomorrow they return as planners, producers and creative leads. Venues they once toured as part of their training often become the very spaces they go on to recommend, pitch and deliver events within.

A foundation for future careers

Anh’s reflection on the Blue Room may seem like a small moment, but it captures something much bigger. It reflects the confidence that comes from early exposure, the discernment developed through guided experience, and the excitement of seeing oneself step into a professional future.

This is what we mean by immersive education. Thoughtfully designed, industry-connected and rooted in real experiences. From London’s wedding society to its wider events landscape, our students do not wait until graduation to feel part of the industry. They begin from day one.