Whole Venue at Buffini Chao Deck

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National Theatre, Upper Ground, London, SE1 9PX
Waterloo Station (400 yd)

About this space

The Buffini Chao Deck is ideal for a stylish dinner and dance for up to 100 guests or standing receptions for up to 200. State-of-the-art lighting and AV has been designed and installed by the National Theatre’s Sound and Lighting departments, providing an inspiring backdrop for conferences, away-days, and product launches. In addition, the Buffini Chao Deck is licensed for weddings, with London’s skyline and the Thames riverscape providing the perfect setting to say ‘I do’.

• The National Theatre’s exclusive alfresco summer events space
• The Buffini Chao Deck offers a breathtaking skyline vista across London
• Wedding licence now available.
• Flexible space for up to 200 guests standing, 100 ceremony and 100 seated
• First-class catering courtesy of the National Theatre’s accomplished catering team.
• Unique extras include access to the National Theatre’s costume hire for themed weddings.


Event offers and packages

Package per person

Weddings package per person include:
Venue hire from 6.00pm - 11.30pm
Starter, main course and dessert
After dinner tea and coffee
1 hour sparkling wine reception
4.5 hour beer, wine and soft drinks package
Dining tables and chairs
Crockery, cutlery, glassware
Linen to include napkins and table linen
Food and beverage staff
Fully staffed cloakroom
Dedicated event manager

Conferences package per person include:
Venue hire from 9.00am - 17.00pm
3 servings of coffee, tea, and soft drinks
Continental breakfast upon arrival
Working lunch
Afternoon sweet treat
Event chairs and tables
Table linen
Food and beverage staff
Fully staffed cloakroom
Dedicated event manager

STANDING RECEPTION PACKAGE ~ From £165 per person
- Minimum numbers of 100 guests
- Glass of festive fizz on arrival
- Unlimited house red and white wine, house beer and soft drinks throughout the evening
- Five canapes and three bowls per person
- Enchanted forest event decoration
- Lighting and PA system
- DJ
- Full event management, event security and cloakroom facilities

DINNER PACKAGE ~ From £210 per person
- Minimum numbers of 60 guests
- Hire of the Buffini Chao deck from 18.00-23.00 (Guest arrival from 18.30)
- Glass of festive fizz on arrival
- Unlimited house red and white wine, house beer and soft drinks throughout the evening
- Three course meal with tea, coffee and mini mince pies
- Enchanted forest event decoration
- Lighting and PA system
- DJ
- Full event management, event security and cloakroom facilities.

Christmas Party Offers

Book your Christmas party at the Buffini Chao Deck and wow your guests in a show-stopping venue with panoramic views over the twinkling London skyline.

Located on the South Bank - on top of the National Theatre and nestled amongst London’s most popular Christmas markets and festive pop-ups - you’ll be right in the heart of the action at the Buffini Chao Deck.

Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated sit down meal for your team, or a full-scale party with DJ and dancefloor, our Christmas venue offers a blank canvas for you to make your own.

Our Christmas party packages are fully tailored to you – from the size of your group to the grandeur of the menu - combining a breathtaking setting with a first-class service making it a festive season to remember.

We have flexible party packages perfect for every occasion and our experienced team can help execute every detail - from festive food and drinks packages to decor and entertainment.
STANDING RECEPTION PACKAGE
£160 per person
- Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck from 18.00-23.00 (guest arrival from 18.30)
- Glass of festive fizz on arrival
- Unlimited house red and white wine, house beer and soft drinks throughout the evening
- Five canapes and three bowls per person
- Festive event decoration
- Bespoke lighting and PA system
- DJ to play from 19.00-23.00
- Full event management, event security and cloakroom facilities
DINNER PACKAGE
£195 per person
- Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck from 18.00-23.00 (guest arrival from 18.30)
- Glass of festive fizz on arrival
- Three course meal with tea, coffee and mini mince pies
- Unlimited house red and white wine, house beer and soft drinks throughout the evening
- Festive event decoration
- Bespoke lighting and PA system
- DJ to play from 19.00-23.00
- Full event management, event security and cloakroom facilities

Outdoor Offers

Looking for a summer party venue in the heart of London? The Buffini Chao Deck is the ultimate summer event venue, with a rooftop terrace offering show-stopping panoramic views of London’s iconic skyline, including St Paul's Cathedral, Somerset House and the City of London.

With large glazed windows that can be retracted on warmer days, guests can step straight out onto the terrace creating an even larger event space and an uninterrupted view no matter the weather.

With a range of different catering options, from bowl food and canape packages, to BBQ menus and exciting street food from KERB traders, wow your guests with delicious seasonal catering and unrivalled views of the Thames and Southbank below.
Complimentary drink and canapes on arrival if you book your event between 1st Aug - 10th Sept
£0.10 per person
Book your event between the 1st Aug - 10th Sept and receive a complimentary welcome drink and two canapés for your guests on arrival!

T&Cs

- To redeem the offer, quote SUMMERDECK when making your booking
- Duration: You event must take place between 1st August - 10th of Sep
- Applicable days: August - every day, September - everyday apart from Wednesday and Thursdays
- Minimum number: 60 guests
- Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer
STREET FOOD PACKAGE
£65 per person
- Three medium portions of street food from our in-house traders
- Three-hour drinks package to include red, white and rose wine. Along with KERB Lager, Gypsy Hill IPA, Umbrella cider, Lucky Saint beer, and a selection of soft drinks, juices, and mineral water

Pricing:
Package: From £65 + VAT pp
Room hire: £4,200 + VAT
Additional hour of drinks: £12 pp
BOWL FOOD RECEPTION PACKAGE
£86 per person
- Four bowl food options per person
- Three-hour drinks package to include red, white and rose wine. Along with KERB Lager, Gypsy Hill IPA, Umbrella cider, Lucky Saint beer, and a selection of soft drinks, juices, and mineral water

Pricing:
Package: From £86 + VAT pp
Room hire: £4,200 + VAT
Additional hour of drinks: £12 pp
CANAPE RECEPTION PACKAGE
£66 per person
- Four savoury and two sweet canapés per person
- Three-hour drinks package to include red, white and rose wine. Along with KERB Lager, Gypsy Hill IPA, Umbrella cider, Lucky Saint beer, and a selection of soft drinks, juices, and mineral water

Pricing:
Package: From £66 + VAT pp
Room hire: £4,200 + VAT
Additional hour of drinks: £12 pp
BBQ PACKAGE
£130 per person
- A choice of three main dishes and three salads
- Canapé dessert buffet
- Three-hour drinks package to include red, white and rose wine. Along with KERB Lager, Gypsy Hill IPA, Umbrella cider, Lucky Saint beer, and a selection of soft drinks, juices, and mineral water

Pricing:
Package: From £65 + VAT pp
Room hire: £4,200 + VAT
Additional hour of drinks: £12 pp

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 23:30
from £65 per person
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £6000 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £65 per person
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £120 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Above prices refers to events (9-17 conferences, and 18-23:30 weddings) for 100 guests.

The pricing varies depending on the type of event and the number of guests. For an exact quote please get in touch.
Upgrade options are available.
Additional hours can be added up to 2:00 am.

A minimum number of guests for a booking:
40 for Lunch/Dinner
40 for Conference
55 for Reception
Tuesday
9:00 – 23:30
from £65 per person
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £6000 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £65 per person
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £120 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Above prices refers to events (9-17 conferences, and 18-23:30 weddings) for 100 guests.

The pricing varies depending on the type of event and the number of guests. For an exact quote please get in touch.
Upgrade options are available.
Additional hours can be added up to 2:00 am.

A minimum number of guests for a booking:
40 for Lunch/Dinner
40 for Conference
55 for Reception
Wednesday
9:00 – 23:30
from £65 per person
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £6000 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £65 per person
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £120 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Above prices refers to events (9-17 conferences, and 18-23:30 weddings) for 100 guests.

The pricing varies depending on the type of event and the number of guests. For an exact quote please get in touch.
Upgrade options are available.
Additional hours can be added up to 2:00 am.

A minimum number of guests for a booking:
40 for Lunch/Dinner
40 for Conference
55 for Reception
Thursday
9:00 – 23:30
from £65 per person
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £6000 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £65 per person
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £120 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Above prices refers to events (9-17 conferences, and 18-23:30 weddings) for 100 guests.

The pricing varies depending on the type of event and the number of guests. For an exact quote please get in touch.
Upgrade options are available.
Additional hours can be added up to 2:00 am.

A minimum number of guests for a booking:
40 for Lunch/Dinner
40 for Conference
55 for Reception
Friday
9:00 – 23:30
from £65 per person
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £6000 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £65 per person
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £120 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Above prices refers to events (9-17 conferences, and 18-23:30 weddings) for 100 guests.

The pricing varies depending on the type of event and the number of guests. For an exact quote please get in touch.
Upgrade options are available.
Additional hours can be added up to 2:00 am.

A minimum number of guests for a booking:
40 for Lunch/Dinner
40 for Conference
55 for Reception
Saturday
9:00 – 23:30
from £65 per person
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £6000 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £65 per person
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £120 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Above prices refers to events (9-17 conferences, and 18-23:30 weddings) for 100 guests.

The pricing varies depending on the type of event and the number of guests. For an exact quote please get in touch.
Upgrade options are available.
Additional hours can be added up to 2:00 am.

A minimum number of guests for a booking:
40 for Lunch/Dinner
40 for Conference
55 for Reception
Sunday
9:00 – 23:30
from £65 per person
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £6000 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £65 per person
Per session
18:00 – 23:30
from £120 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Above prices refers to events (9-17 conferences, and 18-23:30 weddings) for 100 guests.

The pricing varies depending on the type of event and the number of guests. For an exact quote please get in touch.
Upgrade options are available.
Additional hours can be added up to 2:00 am.

A minimum number of guests for a booking:
40 for Lunch/Dinner
40 for Conference
55 for Reception

Capacity

Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 100
Theatre
up to 100
Cabaret
up to 100
U-Shaped
up to 100
Classroom
up to 100

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Natural light
Paid parking is available on-site
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled access toilets
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

The newly refurbished Buffini Chao Deck is a stunning events venue situated on the roof of the iconic National Theatre.
Offering breath-taking panoramic views across London, the Buffini Chao Deck combines a riverside outdoor terrace with large flexible event space. The building is wrapped in glazed panels which can be retracted on warmer days, so the uninterrupted view is preserved no matter the weather.


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