Monarch Gardens is an events' centre at Osapa London, Lekki.
It is located between 5th and 6th round about on the Lekki Epe Expressway (not facing the express way) but its the first corner piece building, so you can see the side and part of the front from the expressway).
For more information about the venue. Click
here
T.E.N.I visited the venue and our pictures are below
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| Back i.e. Opposite stage (Left side) |
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| Back i.e. Opposite stage (Right side) |
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| Stage |
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| Same towards the back image but right side of hall |
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| Opposite stage (complete back of the hall) |
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| Front of building |
Pictures from
Monarch's fb page:
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| Inside parking |
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| Facing stage (left side) |
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| Front left side of the hall |
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| Stairway |
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| Outside from street (front of building) |
Venue Review:
On sighting the venue; it does seem a bit off. You wonder how it would look inside. but the interior is a welcome surprise. The lights that come in through the windows and the marble shine is definitely a plus. It does sit about 350 - 400 guests banquet style.
The stage area is embedded up front and is not as high as most venue stages.in fact it has just one step; but with a good decorator, one can achieve great things with the area. The stage area does have a door that leads back stage which is a plus for the couple.
Vendors usually come in from the back (opposite the stage). There is an area where they can set up. Other vendors like cocktails etc can set up close to that entrance as well.
The venue does have some lights and sound; you can inquire from them.
The upper foyer of the hall does pose a little bit of a hassle. Having guests upstairs and downstairs doesn't really sit well with a lot of people. But if the venue works for you, you can always tweak this by e.g. having younger people upstairs etc..
When not using the upper part; decorating it off also does pose a bit of an issue. Some decorators who have a bit to spend have been known to completely cover it off with drapery and you'd think you're in a completely different hall. The area can also be used as a pre-reception or lounge area if you're able to cordon it off.
The venue does come with a small changing room.
Parking in the venue is minimal; so there is bound to be an overflow (so if you're picking the venue, you need to map out areas for additional parking and also arrange for Lastma etc to help).
It does feel like a church hall especially because of the stairway; and upper foyer.
It'd be good for a small intimate wedding *especially for those who live or attend church etc in the area.
T.E.N.I
