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Banqueting House
Location
SW1
Capacity
Reception 380 - 500, Dinner 120 - 380
Setting
This Inigo Jones neo classical masterpiece was first commissioned by King James I who used it as a backdrop for spectacular feasts and celebrations. Today contemporary revellers can marvel at the recently restored Rubens ceiling of the Main Hall or cosy up in the atmospheric vaulted Undercroft. Built for entertaining, the Banqueting House is perfect for all kinds of events from intimate dinners and grand weddings to lavish receptions. Its Whitehall location also makes it the go-to venue for important and high profile events.
Bloomsbury Ballroom
Location
WC1
Capacity
Reception up to 570, Dinner up to 300
Setting
Located on Bloomsbury Square, the 1920's Bloomsbury Ballroom offers 3 distinct entertaining spaces including the beautiful Art Deco ballroom itself complete with red-curtained stage. Perfect for dinners with a show!
Ennismore Sessions House
Location
EC1
Capacity
Reception – Up to 230. Dinner – 15 – 50
Setting
Originally one of the country’s busiest courthouses, Grade II listed Sessions House was built in 1779. It is famous for trying some London’s most notorious criminals and even appears in Charles Dicken’s Oliver Twist. Today it is the HQ of luxury hotelier Ennismore, who have transformed the lobby area, beneath the stunning glass domed ceiling, and 4 further meeting / dining rooms into a creative and beautifully curated event space. Zafferano are proud to be the exclusive in-house caterers for Ennismore Sessions House.
Eventim Apollo
Location
W6
Capacity
Reception up to 1250, Dinner up to 720
Setting
Hammersmith's Grade II listed Art Deco treasure is most famed as a live music venue, having witnessed seminal performances by the likes of Buddy Holly, The Beatles, David Bowie, Elton John and Kate Bush. Today it also hosts incredible corporate and media events and is a perfect space for Award Dinners. Not surprisingly the venue's inhouse AV team are second to none.
Foundling Museum
Location
WC1
Capacity
Reception 20 - 250, Dinner 20 - 100
Setting
The Foundling Museum tells the poignant story of the Foundling Hospital, London's first children's charity and public art gallery. Housed in a beautiful Grade II listed Georgian building in Bloomsbury, the Museum can play host to a variety of events in its events spaces which include the magnificent Court Room and grand Picture Gallery.
Garden Museum
Location
SE1
Capacity
Reception 100 - 1200, Dinner 60 - 1000, Outside Space up to 120
Setting
Situated opposite the Houses of Parliament on the banks of the River Thames, the Garden Museum is dedicated to the art, history and design of gardens. With the mix of the traditional Nave and the new Sackler Garden extension it is the perfect space to host dinners, receptions, product launches, exhibitions, screenings and fashion shows. It is also a spectacular wedding venue.
Guildhall
Location
EC2V
Capacity
Reception 100 - 900, Dinner 24 - 628
Setting
The Guildhall is one of London's most ancient working venues. Dating back to the 12th century it has played witness to infamous events, not least the trial of Lady Jane Grey in 1553. From an events perspective the Guildhall has it all - an enviable City location, a colourful history as well as being only one of a few historical London venues to offer both daytime and evening events. To boot, it offers numerous flexible event spaces, each with its own distinct feel, catering from a handful of guests up to an impressive 900!
Hurlingham Club
Location
SW6
Capacity
Reception 100 - 1200, Dinner 60 - 1000
Setting
On the banks of the Thames, away from the hubbub of the city, and enviably set in 42 acres of landscaped gardens and parkland is the fabulous Hurlingham Club. Set in a Georgian Country House, The Hurlingham Club is renowned as one of Britain's greatest and most exclusive private members clubs but also can be hired privately for top notch Sporting and Social events.
Harrow School
Location
HA1
Capacity
Reception up to 150, Dinner 8 - 230
Setting
Set in 260 acres of North West London, Harrow School offers a quintessentially British backdrop to your event. From private dinners in the Fourth Form Room to spectacular parties in the Speech Room or glamorous receptions in the Shepherd Churchill staff room and lawns, Harrow School offers 9 unique spaces to hire including an impressive 4 licensed civil wedding spaces!
Ice Tank
Capacity
Reception up to 80, Dinner up to 48
Setting
Covent Garden's Ice Tank is the ultimate blank canvas venue with 2500 sq ft of versatile space across two levels. Amentities include professional HD/AV equipment, plasma screens and even a fire place! The ground floor has floor to ceiling glass windows for ample natural lighting. Its flexible hire periods make it the perfect choice for product launches and press days, as well as an immaculately contemporary space for select dinners or receptions.
Kensington Palace
Location
W8
Capacity
Reception – Up to 800. Dinner – Up to 370
Setting
As the London home of British Royalty, Kensington Palace is surely one of the most exclusive and beautiful of London’s venues in which to stage an event. The magnificent State Apartments boast a range of stunning spaces which can be combined together to create a unique journey through royal heritage. In contrast the Pavilion, set in the glorious Palace gardens, is available for both daytime and evening hire and offers a large, light and flexible blank canvas allowing organisers to truly make their mark. The gardens themselves offer a perfect oasis for early evening Summer drinks.
Kent House
Location
SW7
Capacity
Reception up to 300, Dinner up to 200
Setting
Kent House Knightsbridge is a Victorian townhouse in SW7, providing a range of elegant and flexible event spaces. Boasting many beautiful period features including the ultimate sweeping staircase and checkerboard marble entrance, Kent House also has a civil wedding license and can be hired for both ceremonies and receptions.
Kenwood House
Location
NW3
Capacity
Reception 50 - 100, Dinner 40 - 80, Marquee site up to 480
Setting
Set in the rolling hills of Hampstead Heath, Kenwood House provides the perfect setting for elegant drinks receptions, weddings, music recitals or suppers. With its graceful white stucco exteriors, and recently renovated interiors, not to mention price-less art collection, Kenwood offers a country house experience a stone throw away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
LSO St Lukes
Location
EC1V
Capacity
Reception up to 425, Dinner up to 220
Setting
This deconsecrated Grade I listed 18th Century Hawksmoor church, is now home to the London Symphony Orchestra. When the Orchestra isn't performing its an incredibly atmospheric venue, with warm brickwork and peerless acoustics and in built AV and lighting systems. Situated a stones throw from the City, it's the perfect stage for private and corporate performances alike and is ideal for seated dinners, awards ceremonies, weddings and receptions.
Mall Galleries
Location
SW1A
Capacity
Reception up to 360, Dinner up to 130
Setting
The Mall Galleries are located on the ceremonial route of The Mall, between Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square. Behind the elegant Grade I listed terrace exterior, are three versatile and state-of-the-art galleries, which host frequently changing exhibitions and art competitions throughout the year adding a vibrant backdrop to drinks receptions and seated dinners.
Middle Temple
Location
EC4
Capacity
Reception 80 - 500, Dinner 22 - 300, Outside Space up to 1500
Setting
Located in the heart of London's legal quarter, Middle Temple Hall is one of the four ancient Inns of Court. It is most famous for its imposing Elizabethan Hall which features 16th century heraldic panels, stained glass windows and a hammer beam roof, making it the perfect venue for city weddings and corporate banquets alike. Set in the glorious Middle Temple Gardens overlooking the Thames, just a few minutes from Fleet Street, The Strand and Embankment, Middle Temple is also perfect for Summer celebrations and if required, can accommodate a marquee for up to 800 guests.
National Gallery
Location
WC2N
Capacity
Reception 50 - 500, Dinner 36 - 310
Setting
Housing one of the world's greatest collections of Western European paintings, the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square is one of London's most prestigious event venues. The Gallery has a variety of event spaces which can be used separately or in conjunction with each other to give a maximum capacity of 1200 guests. Whilst certain spaces are reserved for its Corporate Members, more recently the National Gallery has opened its doors to non-member organisations and private individuals, allowing them to host one-off events including weddings in some of its best known spaces.
Natural History Museum
Location
SW7
Capacity
Reception up to 1200, Dinner up to 600, Outside Space up to 350
Setting
South Kensington's world-famous Natural History Museum is without doubt one of London's most iconic venues. Its magnificent architecture and peerless collection of 80 million items, creates the perfect backdrop for any corporate event, private party or wedding. The huge portfolio of spaces are suited to a wide variety of different events, ranging from smart corporate dinners in the Earth Hall, Food Stall parties in Volcanoes and Earthquakes, to sumptuous weddings and dinners in the imposing Hinzte Hall where guests can dine and dance beneath Hope the Whale. In Summer months the modern Darwin Centre and its adjacent landscaped courtyard space plays host to stylish al fresco celebrations.
Old Billingsgate
Location
EC3R
Capacity
Reception up to 3000, Dinner up to 1200
Setting
Old Billingsgate is one of London’s most exciting and versatile venues, situated in the heart of The City on the North banks of the River Thames with stunning views of Tower Bridge and London Bridge. The distinctive Grade II listed building is the perfect location for all types and sizes of events from award dinners, film premiere parties, fashions shows to exhibitions, conferences and product launches. Old Billingsgate offers three unique spaces: The Grand Hall including the Terrace, The Vault and The Gallery are all available to hire separately or in conjunction with each other. As a blank canvas space the opportunities and creativeness are endless!
One Marylebone
Location
W1
Capacity
Reception up to 500, Dinner up to 350
Setting
Designed by Sir John Soane and originally built as Holy Trinity Church, One Marylebone opened its doors as an exclusive event venue in 2008. The imposing Soane Hall boasts 27ft ceiling heights, stained glass windows and opulent mosaics, whilst the first floor galleries are flooded with natural light and lend themselves to pre-dinner receptions, wedding ceremonies or stand alone spaces in their own right. One Marylebone is available for all day hire, making it the perfect venue for events with complex production builds.
Park Crescent Gardens
Location
W1
Capacity
Up to 500
Setting
Park Crescent Gardens and Park Square are the 2 largest private communal gardens in Regents Park and are occasionally available to hire for outdoor events or marquee events. An oasis of calm in the middle of the West End, the 2 gardens are linked by the little known "Nursemaid's Tunnel" running beneath Marylebone Road.
The Roundhouse
Location
NW1
Capacity
Reception up to 1800, Dinner up to 850
Setting
Camden's Roundhouse is a former railway shed, and now a world famous performing arts and live music venue, as well as an incredible event space. Offering a versatile 2,500 sq m the Roundhouse is an iconic venue for Award Ceremonies, Charity Showstoppers, Dinners and big-number Parties.
Sir John Soanes Museum
Location
WC2A
Capacity
Reception up to 80, Dinner up to 30
Setting
On the north side of leafy Lincoln's Inn Fields, the Sir John Soane's Museum is one of the most atmospheric and intimate museums in London. The original house of the celebrated 19th century architect and designer, the museum displays Soane's vast and eccentric collection of objects, curiosities and art, including works by Hogarth, Turner and Canaletto. The museum is an incredibly special venue for smaller drinks receptions and intimate candlelit suppers.
Somerset House
Location
WC2
Capacity
Reception 100 - 800, Dinner 40 - 340, Outside Space up to 1500
Setting
Thame-side neoclassical splendour offering a range of versatile internal spaces including the Seaman's Hall, Navy Boardrooms, Lancaster Room and the Portico Rooms - the latter with balconies overlooking both the Thames and the Courtyard. Impressive exterior spaces include the river side Terrace and, for more ambitious builds and large numbers the Edmond J Safra Fountain Court. Depending on the exhibition calendar, temporary gallery spaces including the East Wing, West Wing and Embankment Galleries may also be available for hire. Hidden beneath the Fountain Court are the little known and incredibly atmospheric Light wells and Dead House.
The Troxy
Location
E1
Capacity
Reception up to 1800, Dinner up to 750
Setting
East London's Troxy, a Grade II listed former Art Deco Cinema, is now a thriving events venue haled by the NME as London's "oldest, coolest and most iconic venue". In 2009 the Trocadero's prized and restored Wurlitzer pipe organ was moved to the Troxy and to honour it the venue screened its first film for more than 50 years - "Bugsy Malone" complete with live music and custard pie fights! An art deco treasure, this Grade II listed 1930's cinema boasts spectacular inhouse AV options.
Trinity House
Location
EC3
Capacity
Reception up to 180, Dinner up to 130
Setting
A Georgian Grade I listed house in the heart of the city of London, Trinity House is also the headquarters of the General Lighthouse Authority. Not surprisingly, due to its maritime links, Trinity House has a distinct nautical feel with displays of important seascapes and the brass bell from the Royal Yacht Britannia, which can be rung to summon guests to dinner! Trinity House offers 5 elegant event spaces with spectacular views of the Tower of London.
Two Temple Place
Location
WC2
Capacity
Reception 150-300, Dinner up to 120
Setting
Originally built in the neo-gothic style by William Waldorf Astor, Two Temple Place is a prestigious Thames-side venue for corporate and private entertaining. Comprising a number of beautiful rooms, all linked by grand oak staircase, entertaining at Two Temple Place combines the grandeur of a London mansion with the intimacy of a private house party.
Victoria House
Capacity
22,000 sq. ft
Setting
This contemporary basement space spans an impressive 22,000 sq. ft consisting of interconnected break-out rooms and multiple pods. The ultimate blank canvas venue combining industrial architecture with exposed brickwork, Victoria House Basement is the perfect venue for complex builds, and events with large scale production values.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Location
SW7
Capacity
Reception 100 - 600, Dinner 80 - 400, Outside Space up to 600
Setting
The V&A is custodian of one of the world's most comprehensive collections of decorative arts and design. The wide variety of glorious Galleries and event spaces makes the V&A one of the most beautiful and unique London venues and the John Madejski Garden with its integrated lighting scheme designed by Rolling Stones lighting designer Patrick Woodroffe adds a certain rock'n'roll edge to private parties and corporate events.
View from the Shard
Location
SE1
Capacity
Reception up to 400
Setting
244m above the hubbub below, The View offers an unparalleled 40 mile vista in all directions. Available for exclusive breakfast and evening events for up to 400 guests, as well as for smaller groups for spectacular private seated dinners.
Wallace Collection
Location
W1
Capacity
Reception up to 400, Dinner up to 160
Setting
Boasting a world class collection of Old Masters, the Wallace Collection is both a world class museum and peerless town house venue. The recently refurbished Great Gallery is surely one of the grandest dinner settings in London, whilst the glazed courtyard offers an airy, leafy setting for Summer soirees whilst outsmarting the British weather. A series of smaller drawing rooms and galleries offer grand intimacy for more exclusive suppers.
Wellington Arch
Location
W1
Capacity
Reception up to 75, Dinner up to 36
Setting
One of London's best kept venue secrets, few people realise that the imposing triumphal arch at Hyde Park Corner is also a chic party venue. Take the lift to the top and 2 levels provide a surprisingly contemporary setting in this historic landmark, ideal for receptions and bijou dinners. Doors open directly on to the balconies on each side offering unique views across Buckingham Palace Gardens, Apsley House and beyond.