Wedding offer

The Buffini Chao Deck at The National Theatre

Banqueting Hall in a Theatre

Private space

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 for up to 110 guests available.
• Flexible space for up to 200 guests standing, 100 ceremony and 100 seated
• First-class catering courtesy of the accomplished in-house catering team.

Event offers and packages

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

Opening night

£204 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

Interval

£222 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

Standing ovation

£246 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

Encore

£270 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

Take a Bow

£306 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

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.

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

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.

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

Prices

Monday

8:00 – 23:00

from £6600 hire fee

Per session

8:00 – 17:00

from £6600

Per session

18:00 – 23:00

from £6600

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

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

Tuesday

8:00 – 23:00

from £6600 hire fee

Per session

8:00 – 17:00

from £6600

Per session

18:00 – 23:00

from £6600

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

Per session

18:00 – 23:00

from £6600

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

Per session

18:00 – 23:00

from £6600

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

Per session

18:00 – 23:00

from £6600

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

Per session

18:00 – 23:00

from £6600

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

Per session

18:00 – 23:00

from £6600

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

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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

Halal menu

Extensive vegan menu

Extensive gluten-free menu

Alcohol licence until 0:00 (extension available)

Facilities

Air conditioner

Paid parking is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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About The National Theatre

The Buffini Chao Deck is a stunning events venue situated on the roof of the iconic National Theatre.
Offering breathtaking 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.