His Royal Highness The Prince Philip,
Duke of Edinburgh

Historic Royal Palaces joins the Royal Family and millions of people across the country in mourning the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Following the death of His Royal Highness, there will be changes to opening hours for the gardens at Hampton Court Palace and Hillsborough Castle. For further information, please read our FAQs page.

Discover the spaces available to hire in this spectacular central London venue.

9 April 2021. Following the death of His Royal Highness, there will be changes to opening hours for the gardens at Hampton Court Palace and Hillsborough Castle. For further information, please read our FAQs page

Updated 12 June. As a result of the Coronavirus global pandemic, we have taken the difficult decision to close Banqueting House until further notice. We apologise for any disappointment this may cause. Please read our statement

Hire information

Hire times

Standard venue hire is from 16:30 however venue hire is available from 13:00. We are also able to offer all day hire on selected dates throughout the year. Please contact us for further information.

Prices

Exclusive hire of Banqueting House starts from £14,500 + VAT.

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Waiters attend to guests at an event at at Banqueting House, Whitehall, London

The magical history of the building is such a perfect backdrop to any event – it really is unique. The events team is fabulous.

Rosanna Oliver Black at Together for Short Lives

Dinners and receptions

Today, the beauty and scale of this spectacular venue continues to inspire its guests, just as it did for the kings, queens and courtiers who have celebrated and banqueted here since 1622.

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Weddings

Designed by revolutionary architect Inigo Jones, the Banqueting House is one of the most dazzling wedding venues in London.

Available for both ceremonies and wedding reception.

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Conferences and meetings

As one of the most impressive conference and meeting venues in London, the rooms at the Banqueting House can play host to up to 400 guests theatre style or 280 guests cabaret style. The awe inspiring interiors are an ideal backdrop for a conference or meeting.

Please get in touch with the Events Team to find out more about daytime hire.

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The Main Hall set up in theatre style on a day time event

Approved suppliers

Whatever the nature of your event, our approved event suppliers can help you deliver an unforgettable experience for your guests.

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Contact us

If you would like to speak to a member of our team please call us on +44 (0)20 3166 6152.

Alternatively please complete our enquiry form and we’ll respond to you as quickly as possible.

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Banqueting House was the perfect venue for my recent dinner. The venue allows for a separate drinks reception downstairs and creates a fantastic ‘wow’ reaction when walking up the stairs and into the main room. The interior and grand ceiling created a beautiful back drop for the event. The events team could not have been more accommodating, both prior and whilst onsite. I truly felt that they were an extension of our project team and every request was received with a smile. –

Rebecca Jackson, Deloitte