Whole Venue at Buffini Chao Deck
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
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
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.
- 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
- 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
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.
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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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Catering and drinks
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Accessibility
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Allowed events
About Buffini Chao Deck
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.