Step into history and bring your event to life
An iconic destination for conversation, debates, and influential thinking.
Banqueting House offers an unforgettable setting for corporate events, where guests are welcomed through grand Ionic columns before gathering beneath the magnificent ceiling of the Main Hall. Every arrival, moment and departure is shaped by the building’s remarkable sense of occasion, leaving a lasting impression.
Perfectly suited to high-profile agendas, the space combines historic splendour with contemporary expertise, accommodating AGMs, leadership meetings, product launches, awards ceremonies and international delegations with ease.
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Please take a look at our 2026-2027 brochure, which has all the information on our venue spaces and hire fees.
Why choose Banqueting House for corporate events?
For over 400 years, Banqueting House has been a stage for leadership, influence and state occasions. Today, it offers a unique backdrop for conferences, awards evenings, product launches and client receptions. The grandeur of the Main Hall combines with the intimacy of the Undercroft to create a flexible environment that can move seamlessly from focused discussion to high-impact hospitality.
Key advantages:
- Two versatile spaces (Main Hall + Undercroft) for plenary, breakouts, and hospitality.
- Capacities: up to 450 for a drinks reception and 350 for dining in the Main Hall; 350 standing and 250 guests for dancing in the Undercroft.
- Available for daytime and multiday hire.
- Late finishes available to 01:00.
- In-house DMX system.
Corporate formats we host beautifully:
- AGMs and leadership meetings
- Product launches and fashion showcases
- Award ceremonies and celebrations
- Conferences with plenary + breakout flow
- International delegation programmes
Spaces for impactful business events
Capacity:
- Up to 400 guests for a seated theatre style
- Up to 280 guests for cabaret style, for a more relaxed event.
The Main Hall
Whether you are looking for a space for an immersive dinner, an innovative product launch or a one-of-a-kind fashion show, the Banqueting House can do it all.
With its soaring columns and the opulent Rubens' ceiling, this hidden gem is available for all-day hire seven days a week.
The Undercroft
Once a secluded royal retreat beneath the Banqueting Hall, the Undercroft provided monarchs with a private space for relaxation and entertainment.
Today, this vaulted chamber offers an atmospheric and versatile counterpart to the grandeur above.
Its distinctive arches and intimate scale make it ideal for networking sessions, partner showcases, lounges, press zones, or post-event receptions.
Capacity:
- Up to 350 guests for a standing reception.
A big thank you to you and everyone involved for a very lovely evening, it was so special to be dining beneath The Rubens Ceiling once again.
What a corporate event looks like here
From first arrival to the final toast, Banqueting House creates a natural rhythm for corporate occasions. The Undercroft sets the tone with a welcoming atmosphere and space to gather, while the Main Hall provides a dramatic stage for keynotes, awards or gala dinners. As the day unfolds, the flow between these two historic spaces allows moments of focus, collaboration and celebration to sit seamlessly together, leaving delegates with an experience as memorable as it is productive.
- Morning: 09:00 arrivals & coffee in the Undercroft
- Late morning: 10:00 keynote in the Main Hall
- Afternoon: 13:00 working lunch + partner showcase
- Evening: 17:30 awards ceremony in Main Hall, followed by 19:00 networking reception in the Undercroft
- Close: Extensions available until 01:00
For the breakout rooms, or additional back of house space's we recommend utilising our adjoining neighbours, RUSI, who's building has direct internal access to Banqueting House. They have an array of meeting rooms available and would be delighted to assit.
Banqueting House Venue HireThe delegate experience
Banqueting House is designed to make a strong first impression on corporate audiences. Its central Westminster location offers excellent transport links, with nearby parking for those arriving by car. Step-free access and attentive front-of-house staff ensure delegates are welcomed with ease, while behind the scenes, the venue provides a cloakroom and private spaces for VIPs or speakers.
Contact us
If you would like to hire Banqueting House for your next event, please call our team on +44 (0)20 3855 4830 to discuss your requirements.
Alternatively, you can fill out an enquiry form and we’ll get back to you as quickly as possible.
Enquire about a venueApproved suppliers
We work with expert caterers, florists, production and technical teams who know the building and bring big creative ideas safely to life across multiple days. Ask us for recommended partners by format or browse our online directory.
Find out more about our approved suppliersFrequently asked questions on multi-day hire
Extensions available to 01:00 with the potential to run later. Please discuss this with the team directly.
Yes, consecutive-day access supports large-scale builds and bespoke sets which can be left in situ for the duration of your programme.
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