Best banqueting venues in London

The Gherkin is one of London’s most iconic buildings, and it could be the location of your next equally iconic banquet. Searcys, who own a number of specialist Champagne bars, restaurants and event spaces, occupies three floors here - each one offering uninterrupted views over the city.

Few central London venues are better located than Mansion House, sat opposite Bank tube station making it an ideal choice for locals and out of towners. Rooms are traditional and ornately decorated, but benefit from the perks of some modern additions if you need to use technology at your event.

If you’re after a venue to cater for a particularly large group, Sheraton Grand is on hand with a 650 banquet capacity. Each room is fully equipped with advanced audio visual technology, lighting and sound support, as well as event catering.

The HAC is an undeniably breathtaking venue, full of history and tradition, whilst still being ideally located on Old Street in Shoreditch. There are a number of rooms available for banquets here, so whether you’re after a blowout feast for 350 guests or a group of 30, it’s an excellent choice.

Carlton House Terrace is home to the British Academy, and takes pride of place in a Grade I-listed Georgian townhouse in St James’s. There are 10 rooms to choose from and an in house team to help guide you through the planning.

If you’re wanting to feast like a king, there really is no better place than Hampton Court Palace - King Henry VIII’s London home. Each room is as breathtaking as the last, but if you’re looking to go all out, then opt for The Great Hall. With capacity for up to 270 guests, it also boasts sky-high ceilings, hand painted walls, and romantic gothic architecture.

Located in the heart of the City of London, Inner Temple Hall is a venue with character and charm, as well as plenty of space for larger events of up to 240 people. There’s even the option to hire a marquee in the garden during the warmer months.

The View at The Royal College of Surgeons gets its name from the incredible city vistas found from the venue’s terrace, and that’s just one of its many selling points. There are various rooms available, from large 180 capacity conference suites to intimate boardrooms that can be transformed into your perfect banquet backdrop.

Armourers’ Hall is one of the oldest, most historic venues in London, with a history dating all the way back to 1346. It houses historical suits of armour, as well as a number of incredible paintings. The banquet rooms available vary from 5 through to 100 people.

The Tower of London is a major part of the city’s history, and each room tells a story of its past. Whether you opt for The White Tower room that holds Henry VIII’s armour, or The Jewel House with the crown jewels, there’s so much to discover (and plenty of delicious food to be eaten too).

Just a stone's throw from St Paul’s Cathedral, you can choose from one of the smaller private dining rooms with space for 12, all the way up to the Livery Hall for 205 guests, and everything in between. Whichever size you go for, there’s a dedicated team to help plan the entire event.