Banqueting House: A truly extraordinary London venue, with room for your biggest ideas.

Some venues make an impression the moment you walk through the door, and we believe Banqueting House is one of them!

In the heart of Whitehall, just moments from Westminster, this extraordinary Palace offers something rather special. The opportunity to create incredible events  in one of London's most remarkable historic settings, while enjoying the space, flexibility and expertise to create an event that feels entirely your own.

And now, with revised price for combined day-time and evening hire starting from £20,000 + VAT.

A remarkable setting, right in the heart of London

Banqueting House sits right in the heart of central London, on Whitehall, with Westminster and Charing Cross stations within easy reach, and the River a throw stones away. It's a wonderfully connected location for guests travelling from across London, in any form of transport.

Whether you're bringing together international delegates, launching a new product, welcoming clients or planning a celebration, you want a venue that's easy to find, exclusive, easy to get to and somewhere people will remember. Banqueting House is also close to some of the most luxury hotels in London, so perfect guests needed accommodation near by.

More time. More flexibility. More possibilities.

One of the things that makes Banqueting House such an exciting venue is the flexibility it offers in a location where space and time can be hard to come by.

Our revised hire options include full-day and evening hire from £20,000 + VAT, alongside daytime and evening-only options. For a venue of this scale and stature in central London, the opportunity to hire for consecutive days is particularly special and rare.

Planning a product launch? An immersive brand activation? A multi-day exhibition or a corporate event with a packed programme?

Having access to the building across consecutive days gives you the freedom to plan, build and deliver your event with much more flexibility.

It's also a real benefit for production teams and suppliers. We know that creating something extraordinary takes time, and having the opportunity to get into the space earlier, build your set, install your production and prepare everything properly can make a real difference.

With multi-day hire, elements of your production can remain in place throughout your programme, helping create a smoother experience for everyone involved.

And because Banqueting House is primarily an events venue, we're well equipped to understand the practicalities that come with bringing ambitious ideas to life in a historic building.

A historic venue with an events team at its heart

We know that choosing a venue is about so much more than finding somewhere beautiful. It's about finding a team who understand your vision, know the building inside out and can help you navigate all the details that go into delivering a successful event. Banqueting House is first and foremost an events space, and our experienced team understands what it takes to make events happen here.

Our team works closely with our approved suppliers, bringing together expertise across catering, floristry, production and event delivery. It's a collaborative approach that helps make the most of the building, while ensuring that its remarkable historic features are cared for.

And that's particularly important here. Banqueting House is a Grade I listed building, with centuries of history woven into its walls. Creating an event in a space like this requires a thoughtful balance of creativity, technical expertise and care.

The perfect setting for launches, activations and corporate events

If you're looking for somewhere to make an impact, Banqueting House offers a backdrop that's hard to replicate.

Imagine welcoming guests beneath the Rubens ceiling for a product launch, transforming the Main Hall into an immersive brand experience, or bringing an exhibition to life within the extraordinary architecture of the building.

The scale of the Main Hall makes it ideal for moments that deserve to be seen and remembered, while the Undercroft provides a wonderfully atmospheric space for receptions, networking, refreshments or breakout activity. And if you need extra spaces, we've got that covered too. Our close neighbours at RUSI (Royal United Services Institute), just next door, offer additional breakout spaces that can complement your event at Banqueting House. It's a brilliant option for larger conferences, multi-day programmes or events that need dedicated areas for meetings, workshops and networking, all while keeping your guests right in the heart of Whitehall. More space, more flexibility, and everything conveniently close together.

It's a setting that lends itself to:

• Product launches and brand activations

• Immersive experiences and large-scale builds

• Corporate conferences and leadership events

• Exhibitions and showcases

• Awards ceremonies and gala dinners

• Client receptions and networking events

And with the opportunity for consecutive-day hire, you can create an event that unfolds over time, rather than trying to fit everything into a single day.

From daytime event to unforgettable evening

One of the lovely things about Banqueting House is how easily the atmosphere can change as the day unfolds.

Perhaps you're hosting a conference or product launch during the day, before welcoming guests back for drinks, dinner and an evening of entertainment. With full-day and evening hire, you have the flexibility to create that journey.

Late-night extensions are available, with events able to run until 1am as standard, and later finishes considered on a case-by-case basis. For those looking to create an unforgettable party, that means the opportunity to keep the celebrations going well into the night.

Heritage that welcomes everyone

We believe extraordinary historic places should be places where everyone can feel welcome.

Following recent improvement works, Banqueting House now offers step-free access to the Main Hall via a new passenger lift, as well as ramp access to the Undercroft. Accessible toilet facilities are also available.

These improvements make it easier for more people to experience the building's remarkable architecture and Rubens ceiling, while helping us care for this special place for generations to come.

We know that every event and every guest is different, so our team is always happy to discuss access requirements and help you plan a welcoming experience.

You can find more information on our accessibility pages.