An event venue with large arched windows, marble floors, and column details at Somerset House.
An event venue with tall arched windows, grand columns, and a large central lantern at Somerset House Seamen's Hall.
An event venue with tall columns, uplighting in pink and purple, and a decorated Christmas tree at Somerset House.
An event venue with high ceilings, large arched windows, and round cocktail tables at Somerset House Seamen's Hall.

Seamen's Hall at Somerset House

Hall in a Historic Building
·
Private space
South Building, Strand, London, WC2R 1LA –
Temple Station (0.1 mi)
Up to 100
seats
Up to 200
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Seamen's Hall, a Hall in Somerset House, is a high‑ceilinged reception hall defined by tall arched windows and classical architectural detailing.

Design: The hall presents symmetrical proportions, decorative pilasters and an ornate corniced ceiling hung with a central chandelier above a pale patterned stone floor.

Features: The hall provides an unobstructed central dancefloor, venue Wi‑Fi and level, wheelchair‑accessible access. The space receives abundant natural light through its tall windows and accommodates hired event lighting and staging as required.

Ideal for: Organisers seeking a formal, adaptable room suitable for standing receptions or informal seated gatherings.

What guests say: The hall has been used for prominent photography exhibitions and displays. The hall is supported by approachable, easy‑going venue staff during events.

Prices

Monday
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Per session
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Per session
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Per session
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Per session
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Per session
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Per session
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Per session
17:30 – 23:00
from £11400 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 100
Theatre
up to 100

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: PA system / speakers
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
Unavailable: Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available
No wedding licence

Host rules

As Somerset House is a Grade 1 listed building there are a variety of rules, regulations and restrictions which we would be happy to discuss in more detail with you.

Reviews and ratings

(8 reviews and ratings - )

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JB
Jake B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Somerset House

Somerset House is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

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4.6 Rating
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