Events at S.

East Wing at Somerset House

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South Building, Strand, London, WC2R 1LA – Show map
Temple Station (300 yd)
Up to 60
seats
Up to 300
standing
338 m2
3638 ft2
In-house catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The East Wing is one of our more exclusive spaces, as this is usually home to our exhibitions and therefore rarely available for private hire.

This is located just across from our famous Courtyard, this venue offers a blank canvas space, with beautiful high ceilings and large windows, with a series of open plan, interlinking rooms.

Capacity

Standing
up to 300
Theatre
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 48

Event offers and packages

Package per person

Package per person

After a very successful Christmas in 2019 we are delighted to announce the launch of our Christmas Party Packages will be returning to our wonderful East Wing for 2020. We would love to have the opportunity to host yourself and your team at Somerset House this year.

Set in the heart of London, our Christmas package combines the perfect location for your party with all of your food, drink and entertainment options taken care of, and our dedicated team will be on hand to ensure your guests enjoy a celebration like no other.

The packages includes (based on a minimum of 100 guests):
Exclusive hire of the East Wing from 18:00 until 23:00
Guest arrival from 18:30
Glass of prosecco on arrival
Selection of nibbles
Canapes (4 per person) and Bowl Food (3 per person)
Complimentary food tasting of your chosen menu for up to two people
Unlimited house red and white wine, house beer, soft drinks and mineral water (bar opens at 19:00)
Furniture, bar and festive decoration
DJ, dance floor, PA System and coloured uplighters
A hostess to meet and greet guests.
Full event management, dedicated event security and cloakroom facilities provided

100-199 Guests: £135 + VAT per person
200- 350 Guests: £130 + VA per person

Should you wish to extend your event past 23:00, this is an additional cost of £20 + VAT per person, per hour.

Prices

Monday
7:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £10200 hire fee
Per evening
18:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Note: All prices include VAT.
Packages
Tuesday
7:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £10200 hire fee
Per evening
18:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Note: All prices include VAT.
Packages
Wednesday
7:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £10200 hire fee
Per evening
18:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Note: All prices include VAT.
Packages
Thursday
7:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £10200 hire fee
Per evening
18:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Note: All prices include VAT.
Packages
Friday
7:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £10200 hire fee
Per evening
18:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Note: All prices include VAT.
Packages
Saturday
7:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £10200 hire fee
Per evening
18:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Note: All prices include VAT.
Packages
Sunday
7:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £10200 hire fee
Per evening
18:30 – 23:00
from £162 per person
Note: All prices include VAT.
Packages

Catering

In-house catering

Allows external catering

Approved caterers only

BYO alcohol allowed

Can provide alcohol

Kitchen facilities available

Can provide halal

Can provide kosher

Complimentary water

Extensive vegan menu

Extensive gluten-free menu

Complimentary tea and coffee

Buyout fee for external catering

Space features

Natural light Natural light

Wi-Fi

Projector

Flatscreen TV

Whiteboard

Flipchart

Audiovisual (AV) equipment

Conference call facilities

Air conditioning

Disabled access

Storage space

Accommodation available

Parking available

Venue welcomes

Ticketed events

VIP events

Enhanced security events

Rules of the space

As Somerset House is a Grade 1 listed building there are a variety of rules, regulations and restrictions which we would be happy to discuss in more detail with you.

About Somerset House

Somerset House is a neoclassical palace that has been a great part of British history since the 16th century. The grandeur of the façade is continued inside our beautiful decorated rooms. We have a wide variety of spaces on offer that are all guaranteed to wow your guests with endless beauty, elegance and class.

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Seamen's Hall at
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Standing capacity 800

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