Somerset House venue hire presents an outstanding opportunity to impress Guests in one of the most iconic venues in London.
This large Neoclassical building couldn’t be in a better location, situated on the south side of the Strand in Central London, overlooking the River Thames.
Somerset House was designed by Sir William Chambers in 1776 and built on the site of a Tudor palace. In 1831, and later 1856, it was further extended with Victorian wings to the East and West.
Somerset House venue hire is one-of-a-kind. This historic building has a remarkable reputation for summer and winter events. Somerset House offers Spaces perfect for a wide range of corporate events. Here are a few of our favourites.
1. East Wing, Somerset House
Directly accessible from the stunning Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court. The East Wing offers a Space suited to any event.
This Space is perfect for product launch and press release alike. At Christmas, the famous Somerset House ice rink serves as a stunning setting when you hire the East Wing.
This large event Space features an exquisite courtyard for your Guests to explore. What’s more, at Christmas, Somerset House venue hire transports you to a winter wonderland, becoming a beautifully festive backdrop for your event.
The East Wing offers a blank canvas Space with high ceilings and vast windows and a series of versatile open plan rooms, all of which are interlinking. A network of stunning Spaces for your use.
Whether it’s a drinks reception or dining experience. The East Wing offers an extraordinary Space to hire.
2. The Portico Room, Somerset House
For a contemporary and elegant choice, The Portico Room is perfect. With expansive windows that flood the rooms with natural daylight, this Space is sublime for daytime or evening hire.
The Portico Room has balconies on either side, giving Guests uninterrupted views of the River Thames on one side, and The Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court on the other. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, your Guests are bound to be impressed.
The open plan layout of this Space lends itself to incredible versatility. Whatever your event, you can transform The Portico Room into the ideal Space.
3. River Terrace, Somerset House
For a Space to spoil your Guests, the River Terrace at Somerset House presents an impeccable choice with unforgettable views across the River Thames. This London event Space lies in front of the venue’s 18th Century façade.
With a capacity of up to 500 Guests, The River Terrace is the epitome of Somerset House venue hire.
Somerset House events are widely renowned for their splendour. Your event is guaranteed to be placed among the greats when hiring The River Terrace.
4. West Wing, Somerset House
If you’re looking for crisp white decor and sophisticated furnishings to present your event with a refined blank canvas, your search can end at The West Wing.
Somerset House venue hire offers you and your Guests the opportunity to transform this Space to perfectly fit your event brief. From product launches to presentations, The West Wing can cater to the requirements of your corporate event.
This London event Space has an incredible capacity of up to 700 Guests, allowing for an extravagant occasion for large-scale networking events or company celebrations.
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