The Buffini Chao Deck at The National Theatre
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Exterior
Food & drink
Floor plan
120 seats
•
200 standing
In-house catering
Space facilities
Wi-Fi
• Projector
• Flatscreen TV
• Flipchart
• PA system / speakers
• Conference call facilities
The Buffini Chao Deck at The National Theatre
Banqueting Hall in a Theatre
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Private space
44 reviews
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National Theatre, Upper Ground, London, SE1 9PX
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Waterloo Station (0.3 mi)
About this space
The Buffini Chao Deck is a Banqueting Hall in The National Theatre. The space occupies a rooftop level and is defined by a large outdoor terrace.
Design: The space presents a contemporary, minimalist interior with dark timber-effect flooring, slim metal balustrades and straight-lined finishes; the layout keeps sightlines uncluttered and visually spacious.
Features: The room includes venue Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and a built-in PA system with speakers. The room permits own music and BYO DJs subject to the venue's noise restrictions. The space provides step-free guest access, wheelchair access and accessible toilets.
Ideal for: Corporate teams and social groups seeking a relaxed, social reception or a flexible mixed-format evening that moves between seated and standing arrangements.
What sets it apart: A retractable glazed façade that opens fully onto the roofline, allowing uninterrupted external outlooks whatever the weather.
What guests say: The space is warm and characterful and provides well organised circulation with plentiful seating and clear sightlines.
Offers and packages
Menus
Event offers
Wedding Offers
The Buffini Chao Deck is the ultimate destination for a breathtaking London city wedding. We are a fully licensed wedding venue located atop the iconic National Theatre on South Bank, offering stunning views of the city across the river Thames. With show-stopping food and drink, a central location and a blank canvas you can make your own, your wedding is bound to be an occasion your guests will never forget.
Overture
£150
per person
Wedding ceremony only
Minimum guests 40, maximum guests 110
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck for two hours
Ceremony coordination & set up
One-hour unlimited prosecco, beers and soft drinks
Three canapés per person
*Latest ceremony time 14.00
Minimum guests 40, maximum guests 110
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck for two hours
Ceremony coordination & set up
One-hour unlimited prosecco, beers and soft drinks
Three canapés per person
*Latest ceremony time 14.00
Opening night
£210
per person
Evening reception only
Minimum guests 100, maximum guests 200
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
One glass of prosecco per person served on arrival
Three-hour unlimited drinks package (Dorfman package)
3 canapés per person
A selection of bowl food and/or street food from our in-house KERB traders
Minimum guests 100, maximum guests 200
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
One glass of prosecco per person served on arrival
Three-hour unlimited drinks package (Dorfman package)
3 canapés per person
A selection of bowl food and/or street food from our in-house KERB traders
Interval
£228
per person
Wedding breakfast only
Minimum guests 40, maximum guests 100
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
One glass of prosecco per person on arrival
Three-course wedding breakfast
Half a bottle of house wine per person with the meal
One additional glass of prosecco for toasts
Minimum guests 40, maximum guests 100
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
One glass of prosecco per person on arrival
Three-course wedding breakfast
Half a bottle of house wine per person with the meal
One additional glass of prosecco for toasts
Standing ovation
£252
per person
Wedding ceremony followed by a standing reception
Minimum guests 40, maximum guests 110
Additional guests can be accommodated at the reception - up to 200
maximum
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
Ceremony coordination
One glass of prosecco and 3 canapés per person served post-ceremony
Three-hour unlimited drinks package (Dorfman package)
A selection of bowl food and/or street food from our in-house KERB traders
Minimum guests 40, maximum guests 110
Additional guests can be accommodated at the reception - up to 200
maximum
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
Ceremony coordination
One glass of prosecco and 3 canapés per person served post-ceremony
Three-hour unlimited drinks package (Dorfman package)
A selection of bowl food and/or street food from our in-house KERB traders
Encore
£276
per person
Wedding breakfast and evening reception
Wedding breakfast: minimum guests 40, maximum guests 100
Additional guests can be accommodated for the reception: up to 200
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
One glass of prosecco per person on arrival
Three-course wedding breakfast
Half a bottle of house wine per person with the meal
One additional glass of prosecco for toasts
Street food evening reception from our in-house KERB traders
Wedding breakfast: minimum guests 40, maximum guests 100
Additional guests can be accommodated for the reception: up to 200
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
One glass of prosecco per person on arrival
Three-course wedding breakfast
Half a bottle of house wine per person with the meal
One additional glass of prosecco for toasts
Street food evening reception from our in-house KERB traders
Take a Bow
£312
per person
Wedding ceremony in Buffini Chao Deck, wedding breakfast in Lasdun Restaurant & evening reception in Buffini Chao Deck
Ceremony and wedding breakfast: Minimum guests 60, maximum guests 100
Additional guests can be accommodated at the reception: up to 200 maximum
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
Ceremony co-ordination
Use of Lasdun Restaurant for 2.5 hours
One-hour unlimited prosecco, beers and soft drinks post ceremony in the Buffini Chao Deck
3 canapes per person post ceremony in the Buffini Chao Deck
Three-course wedding breakfast, with half a bottle of wine per person, in Lasdun
One additional glass of prosecco for toasts
Street food evening reception from our in-house KERB traders
Ceremony and wedding breakfast: Minimum guests 60, maximum guests 100
Additional guests can be accommodated at the reception: up to 200 maximum
Includes
Hire of the Buffini Chao Deck
Ceremony co-ordination
Use of Lasdun Restaurant for 2.5 hours
One-hour unlimited prosecco, beers and soft drinks post ceremony in the Buffini Chao Deck
3 canapes per person post ceremony in the Buffini Chao Deck
Three-course wedding breakfast, with half a bottle of wine per person, in Lasdun
One additional glass of prosecco for toasts
Street food evening reception from our in-house KERB traders
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 exciting street food from KERB traders, wow your guests with delicious seasonal catering and unrivalled views of the Thames and Southbank below.
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 exciting street food from KERB traders, wow your guests with delicious seasonal catering and unrivalled views of the Thames and Southbank below.
Summer Party
£198
per person
Join us at London's best summer party venue, a hidden gem in central London.
All summer party packages include:
Exclusive hire of The Buffini Chao Deck from 18:00-23:00
Unlimited house red & white wine, house beer and soft drinks for three hours
A selection of canapes & bowls, or street food from our KERB traders
Standard in-house furniture
Bespoke lighting and PA system
A DJ for the evening
All summer party packages include:
Exclusive hire of The Buffini Chao Deck from 18:00-23:00
Unlimited house red & white wine, house beer and soft drinks for three hours
A selection of canapes & bowls, or street food from our KERB traders
Standard in-house furniture
Bespoke lighting and PA system
A DJ for the evening
Meeting Offers
The Buffini Chao Deck is the perfect venue for your next daytime meeting or conference. Located atop the iconic National Theatre, we are an easily accessible London landmark offering a blank canvas space to make your own.
With floor to ceiling windows that overlook the river Thames and London's skyline, plus bespoke lighting and sound, we have all the ingredients for a successful away day, company meeting or industry conference.
With floor to ceiling windows that overlook the river Thames and London's skyline, plus bespoke lighting and sound, we have all the ingredients for a successful away day, company meeting or industry conference.
Day Delegate Rate
£144
per person
Includes
Unlimited tea and filter coffee
Still & sparkling water
A selection of pastries served on arrival
Fresh fruit bowl
Mid-morning freshly baked cookies
Working lunch
Afternoon sweet treat
Room hire from 8am - 5pm
65" plasma screen for presentations
55" wall mounted screen for logo or rolling slideshow
Lectern
2 handheld microphones
Bespoke lighting and surround sound
Unlimited tea and filter coffee
Still & sparkling water
A selection of pastries served on arrival
Fresh fruit bowl
Mid-morning freshly baked cookies
Working lunch
Afternoon sweet treat
Room hire from 8am - 5pm
65" plasma screen for presentations
55" wall mounted screen for logo or rolling slideshow
Lectern
2 handheld microphones
Bespoke lighting and surround sound
Prices
Monday
8:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
17:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
18:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
17:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
18:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
17:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
18:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
17:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
18:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
17:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
18:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
17:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
18:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
17:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Per session
18:00 –
23:00
from
£6600
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users
The pricing varies depending on the type of event and the number of guests. For an exact quote, please get in touch.
Packages (as above) are inclusive of room hire.
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
Packages (as above) are inclusive of room hire.
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 120
Boardroom
up to 20
Cabaret
up to 50
U-Shaped
up to 50
Classroom
up to 100
Catering and drinks
In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
Alcohol licence until 0:00 (extension available)
BYO alcohol allowed
You can bring your own alcohol (corkage fee may apply)
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Play your own music
Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ
Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction
after
00:00
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets
Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level
Guests can enter without using stairs
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Rules of the space
Allowed events
No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Wedding licence available
Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available
Reviews and ratings
(44 reviews and ratings - )
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
OF
Olivia F.
Verified review
Christmas Dinner · 80 guests
· December 2024
The communication was wonderful. The team was extremely helpful and very pleasant to work with. The venue was above and beyond what we were expecting and the decorations were fantastic! Thank you so much for having us!
Submitted 1 year ago
5.0
EW
Erin W.
Verified review
Excellent communication
very helpful to talk with!
Submitted 3 years ago
5.0
LH
Lauren H.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Submitted 3 weeks ago
5.0
SA
Sachin A.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Submitted 3 months ago
5.0
FAQ
Yes, clients are absolutely welcome to play their own music. The PA system is very good.
No. The PA and microphones are built into the space.
Yes, there is enough space for dancing without moving the tables. The venue has a maximum capacity of 100 in banqueting style.
Yes, the team can move the tables aside to create more room for dancing.
Yes. Several power points are available for guests to use.
About The National Theatre
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