Choose somewhere extra special for this year's Christmas party, and look into the Mall Galleries in Central London, home to the Federation of British Artists. With an incredible location, just seconds from The Mall, this historic institute champions contemporary figurative art with its non-for-profit programme of events and exhibitions.
Across the venue, there are three spaces available to hire and the team say that because of the building's layout, it works for a multitude of event types from seated dinners and standing receptions, to live music and even presentations. The overall capacity is 350 for standing guests and 150 people when around seated tables.
You can hire out all three galleries, choose two of the closest to each other, or stick to one, depending on the size of your event. The West Gallery is the largest at 250 square metres, followed by the East and then the North. Throughout the planning and execution of your party, you'll have the support of an Account Manager, Duty Manager, Gallery Assistants and Security, ensuring that everything goes without a hitch.
Catering isn't supplied by the venue, but the team have created a comprehensive list of talented suppliers who know the building and operate to a premium standard, and so it is requested that you choose from these options. There's also plenty of guidance for decorations, floral installations, furniture hire, live music and photographers.
One of the best things about the Mall Galleries is that you can enjoy whatever the current artwork exhibition is as a backdrop to your evening. Imagine how impressed your colleagues will be at being able to peruse a world-class display while celebrating the season. Or, if you have your own ideas for the space, the events team are more than happy to offer the space as a 'blank canvas' so that you may decorate to a certain theme or ideas.