Exclusive Hire of HELIX & BAR at Searcys at The Gherkin
Restaurant
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Whole venue
85 reviews
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30 St Mary Axe, City of London, London, EC3A 8EP
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Aldgate Station (0.2 mi)
About this space
The top two floors of this world-renowned building are one of the most iconic spaces in London to host your upcoming event. The glass dome at the top of The Gherkin along with 360-degree views of London provide an unforgettable setting for corporate events, parties, weddings and private events.
Facing west on level 39 of The Gherkin is the Helix Restaurant, capturing arguably London's most beautiful sunsets. Once guests climb the sleek granite staircase to level 40, the Searcys Champagne and Cocktail Bar opens up to not only offer panoramic City views but a glass overhead dome.
Helix and Searcys Champagne and Cocktail Bar can be hired exclusively and are ideal for business breakfasts, private parties and weddings for up to 260 guests.
Event offers and packages
Package per person
BREAKFAST PACKAGE ONE
A package of £75.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 from 07:30-10:30
• Continental Breakfast
• 3 hours of unlimited tea coffee, orange juice and water
• Basic AV package
BREAKFAST PACKAGE TWO
A package of £95.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 from 07:30-10:30
• Full English Breakfast
• 3 hours of unlimited tea coffee, orange juice and water
• A glass of Searcys Cuvee per guest
• Basic AV package
RECEPTION PACKAGE ONE
A package of £105.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail
• A selection of canapes
• A selection of bowl food
• 2 hours of unlimited house wine, bottled beer and soft drinks
RECEPTION PACKAGE TWO
A package of £135.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of the level 39 and 40 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail and nibbles
• A selection of canapes
• A selection of bowl food
• 1 x Food station
• 2 hours of unlimited house wine, bottled beer and soft drinks
• DJ
RECEPTION PACKAGE THREE
A package of £159.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 and 40 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail and nibbles
• A selection of canapes
• A selection of bowl food
• 2 xFood stations
• 3 hours of unlimited house wine, bottled beer and soft drinks
• DJ
DINNER PACKAGE ONE
A package of £190.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 and 40 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail
• A selection of canapes
• Three-course dinner with tea, coffee and petit fours
• ½ bottle of house wine
• Water
DINNER PACKAGE TWO
A package of £230.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 and 40 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail and nibbles
• A selection of canapes
• Three-course dinner with cheeseboard course
• Coffee, tea and petit fours
• ½ bottle of house wine
• Water
• DJ
Minimum numbers apply.
A package of £75.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 from 07:30-10:30
• Continental Breakfast
• 3 hours of unlimited tea coffee, orange juice and water
• Basic AV package
BREAKFAST PACKAGE TWO
A package of £95.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 from 07:30-10:30
• Full English Breakfast
• 3 hours of unlimited tea coffee, orange juice and water
• A glass of Searcys Cuvee per guest
• Basic AV package
RECEPTION PACKAGE ONE
A package of £105.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail
• A selection of canapes
• A selection of bowl food
• 2 hours of unlimited house wine, bottled beer and soft drinks
RECEPTION PACKAGE TWO
A package of £135.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of the level 39 and 40 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail and nibbles
• A selection of canapes
• A selection of bowl food
• 1 x Food station
• 2 hours of unlimited house wine, bottled beer and soft drinks
• DJ
RECEPTION PACKAGE THREE
A package of £159.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 and 40 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail and nibbles
• A selection of canapes
• A selection of bowl food
• 2 xFood stations
• 3 hours of unlimited house wine, bottled beer and soft drinks
• DJ
DINNER PACKAGE ONE
A package of £190.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 and 40 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail
• A selection of canapes
• Three-course dinner with tea, coffee and petit fours
• ½ bottle of house wine
• Water
DINNER PACKAGE TWO
A package of £230.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of level 39 and 40 from 18:30-23:00
• Arrival cocktail and nibbles
• A selection of canapes
• Three-course dinner with cheeseboard course
• Coffee, tea and petit fours
• ½ bottle of house wine
• Water
• DJ
Minimum numbers apply.
Christmas Party Offers
£11000 hire fee
+ £14000 min. spend
Make the sparkling lights of London the backdrop to your Christmas party as you celebrate at the very top of The Gherkin. Do not hesitate to reach out for more details and we will be happy to assist in organizing a magical event for you during upcoming festive season!
Christmas Party Reception Packages (Minimum 80 guests)
£105
per person
1. Silver (£105 + VAT per person)
2. Gold (£140 + VAT per person)
3. Platinum (£180 + VAT per person)
2. Gold (£140 + VAT per person)
3. Platinum (£180 + VAT per person)
Festive Dining Packages (Minimum 80 guests | Maximum 130 guests)
£125
per person
1. Silver (£125 + VAT per person)
2. Gold (£145 + VAT per person)
3. Platinum (£180 + VAT per person)
2. Gold (£145 + VAT per person)
3. Platinum (£180 + VAT per person)
Wedding Offers
Start your lifelong journey together among spectacular views of London at this iconic London landmark.
The top floors of The Gherkin are a setting fit for the most memorable occasions. Whether you are looking for the most fanciful of ceremonies or a more intimate moment for you and your family, The Gherkin's sky-high spaces allow for just the type of celebration you have always imagined.
Host a seated dinner for 140 guests, a smaller gathering for up to 50 guests or a sophisticated cocktail reception for 260 guests.
The top floors of The Gherkin are a setting fit for the most memorable occasions. Whether you are looking for the most fanciful of ceremonies or a more intimate moment for you and your family, The Gherkin's sky-high spaces allow for just the type of celebration you have always imagined.
Host a seated dinner for 140 guests, a smaller gathering for up to 50 guests or a sophisticated cocktail reception for 260 guests.
Wedding Package
£255
per person
Priced at £255 +VAT per guest
I N C L U D E S :
• Exclusive hire of Helix and Iris (level 39 and 40) from 2pm-11pm
• Two glasses of sparkling wine on arrival
• 5 canapés per person three course meal followed by coffee and petit fours
• A champagne toast (soft alternative available)
• Half a bottle of house wine per person
• Half a bottle of mineral water per person
• Event management, staff and security
• Complimentary menu tasting for wedding couple
Minimum numbers: 80
Maximum numbers for Ceremony: 130
Maximum numbers for Evening Reception: 260
I N C L U D E S :
• Exclusive hire of Helix and Iris (level 39 and 40) from 2pm-11pm
• Two glasses of sparkling wine on arrival
• 5 canapés per person three course meal followed by coffee and petit fours
• A champagne toast (soft alternative available)
• Half a bottle of house wine per person
• Half a bottle of mineral water per person
• Event management, staff and security
• Complimentary menu tasting for wedding couple
Minimum numbers: 80
Maximum numbers for Ceremony: 130
Maximum numbers for Evening Reception: 260
Meeting Offers
Whether you are looking to host a breakfast meeting, networking event, a morning with your keynote speakers or need to amaze your clients, come and watch the sunrise over the City of London with our Business Breakfast Package available on the top floor of The Gherkin. With panoramic views so magnificent, you will be guaranteed to impress your guests.
Meeting Package
£99
per person
Exclusive hire of a private dining room from 12:00-16:30
Arrival cocktail or glass of prosecco
Three-course seated lunch
½ bottle of wine per guest
Water
*Price excludes VAT
*Minimum numbers apply
Arrival cocktail or glass of prosecco
Three-course seated lunch
½ bottle of wine per guest
Water
*Price excludes VAT
*Minimum numbers apply
Prices
Monday
7:30 –
23:00
from
£90
per person
Per session
18:30 –
23:00
from
£20000
hire fee
Per morning
7:30 –
10:30
from
£90
per person
Note:
Alcohol licence until 23:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Prices include VAT. Timing Extensions available. Minimum numbers apply.
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Tuesday
7:30 –
23:00
from
£90
per person
Per session
18:30 –
23:00
from
£20000
hire fee
Per morning
7:30 –
10:30
from
£90
per person
Note:
Alcohol licence until 23:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Prices include VAT. Timing Extensions available. Minimum numbers apply.
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Wednesday
7:30 –
23:00
from
£90
per person
Per session
18:30 –
23:00
from
£20000
hire fee
Per morning
7:30 –
10:30
from
£90
per person
Note:
Alcohol licence until 23:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Prices include VAT. Timing Extensions available. Minimum numbers apply.
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Thursday
7:30 –
23:00
from
£90
per person
Per session
18:30 –
23:00
from
£20000
hire fee
Per morning
7:30 –
10:30
from
£90
per person
Note:
Alcohol licence until 23:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Prices include VAT. Timing Extensions available. Minimum numbers apply.
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Friday
7:30 –
23:00
from
£90
per person
Per session
18:30 –
23:00
from
£20000
hire fee
Per morning
7:30 –
10:30
from
£90
per person
Note:
Alcohol licence until 23:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Prices include VAT. Timing Extensions available. Minimum numbers apply.
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Saturday
7:30 –
23:00
from
£90
per person
Per session
18:30 –
23:00
from
£20000
hire fee
Per morning
7:30 –
10:30
from
£90
per person
Note:
Alcohol licence until 23:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Prices include VAT. Timing Extensions available. Minimum numbers apply.
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Sunday
7:30 –
23:00
from
£90
per person
Per session
18:30 –
23:00
from
£20000
hire fee
Per morning
7:30 –
10:30
from
£90
per person
Note:
Alcohol licence until 23:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Prices include VAT. Timing Extensions available. Minimum numbers apply.
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Our venue pricing structure is flexible to suit different types of events and budgets. Rates may vary depending on the specific date, duration, and type of event. We typically offer the following options:
- Minimum Spend
- Venue Hire Fee
Pricing updated by venue 3 weeks ago
Capacity
Standing
up to 300
Dining
up to 140
Theatre
up to 140
Boardroom
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 96
Catering and drinks
In-house catering available
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 23:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
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
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available
Host rules
We suggest working from our recommended suppliers list which includes a fantastic range of entertainment, photographers, AV and technical equipment suppliers and production. External suppliers (ie florists/ av/ musicians) are subject to a supplier fee.
External catering is not permitted.
Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day
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Reviews and ratings
(85 reviews and ratings - )
K
Kasia
November 2018
Corporate Event · 50 guests
Fantastic views, great service, beautiful venue
5.0
CK
Colette K.
May 2018
Corporate Event · 50 guests
The staff were very attentive and helpful
The views and venue were exceptional
Very professional
n/a
5.0
MB
Marta B.
May 2019
Corporate Event · 130 guests
4.8
NB
Natalie B.
January 2019
Christmas Dinner · 35 guests
4.2
About Searcys at The Gherkin
There are few spots on the London landscape as striking as our special venue. Pair high-end design with vintage cuvees and contemporary cooking, all while enjoying panoramic views from the top three levels of one of London's most iconic skyscrapers.
The top two floors of this breathtaking venue can be hired exclusively for breakfast conferences, celebratory dining and evening receptions. The exclusive hire of Helix and Iris is ideal for events up to 260 guests.
For smaller and more intimate events, the five private dining rooms on level 38 offer unforgettable views of the London skyline. Designed with flexibility in mind, the cloud-inspired rooms can be booked individually or can be combined to fit your occasion. The private dining rooms are ideal for targetted conferences, meetings, networking and dinners for up to 60, whilst whole floor bookings allow for events up to 130 guests.
Events at the venue are lavishly catered for with bespoke breakfast, lunch and dinner menus that bring to life passion for British produce and seasonality.
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