Blue Dining Room at The National Gallery
About this space
The Blue Dining Room is a Banqueting Hall in The National Gallery and a private dining space defined by interlocking arched bays that form a sequence of semi-private dining alcoves.
Design: The interior pairs deep blue upholstered seating and velvet-backed booths with polished dark wood floors under high ceilings. The lighting is provided by globe pendant lamps and vertical wall lights, while pale plaster walls and restrained mouldings create a formal, museum-appropriate backdrop.
Features: The room includes a PA system and venue Wi‑Fi, and it is served by air conditioning for year-round comfort. The layout uses freestanding dining tables and movable seating to support formal table service or a rearranged plan, and accessible toilets and wheelchair access are provided. Onsite event services are available through the venue.
Ideal for: Smaller groups seeking a composed, seated dining experience or a focused, sit-down presentation in a formal, museum-style setting.
What guests say: The National Gallery's smaller rooms are well-lit and offer quieter, more secluded spaces away from the busier gallery highlights. The rooms provide comfortable seating and an orderly atmosphere suited to calmer, reflective gatherings.
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Client and Event Suitability
Below is a list of the types of organizations and style of events we are unable to accommodate:
* Politically affiliated events, including lobbying organizations or those fundraising on behalf of political parties.
* Fundraising events from charities from the arts and heritage sectors.
* Ticketed events or third party hosting unless otherwise agreed in writing by us.
*Events that bring in other artwork or copies of our collection.
Below is a list of additional restrictions we apply:
* Children under the age of 14 are not permitted at events without the prior consent.
* Gambling, including auctions, raffles, etc., requires the prior written consent of the National Gallery. Clients must obtain any licenses and permissions required under the Gambling Act 2005 should the National Gallery consent be provided.
We kindly ask that you highlight any queries you may have about the possible association with the Gallery so that we can best advise you - failing to do so could result in the cancellation of an event with no compensation.
Cancellation
If the Gallery is closed due to unforeseen circumstances, then you will be entitled to postpone your events to another date within our financial year (April 20 - March 21).
If the Gallery remains open and you would like to cancel, where we are able to "re-sell" the date to another client we shall reimburse you all the charges you have paid to us prior to the date of cancellation. Where we are unable to "re-sell" the date to another client cancellation charges are payable. Depending on when you cancel, the cancellation charges you must pay shall be determined by reference table below:
When we receive your written cancellation notice Cancellation charge
More than two (2) months prior to the event 50% of the hire charge
Less than two (2) months prior to the event 100% of the hire charge
Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day
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