A dining room with long banquet tables, tall white candles, and exposed brick arches at Somerset House.
A dining room in an event venue with vaulted brick ceilings and exposed pipes at Somerset House.
An outdoor courtyard with arched doorways, stone walls, and a cobblestone path at Somerset House.
A dining room with exposed brick walls, green accent lighting, and a long table with floral centerpieces at Somerset House.
A dining room with vaulted brick walls, exposed pipes, and a bar decorated with vintage photos at Somerset House.
A dining room with exposed brick walls, wooden floors, and a vanity mirror with lights at Somerset House
A dining room with a chef preparing food on a rustic wooden counter framed by ornate gold at Somerset House.
A historic building with a neoclassical façade, central dome, and illuminated fountains in front at Somerset House.
A historic building with a grand stone courtyard, central dome, and symmetrical facade at Somerset House.

Lightwells and Deadhouse at Somerset House

Basement in a Historic Building
·
Private space
South Building, Strand, London, WC2R 1LA –
Temple Station (0.1 mi)
Up to 36
seats
Up to 200
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

If you are looking to take your event beyond the ordinary and into the unknown, this unique subterranean space, rich in atmosphere and character, is the ideal location.

Our most atmospheric space lies hidden from the public gaze, one level below our famous fountains. Running along three sides of the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court, the lightwells are a long-time favourite of location managers for major film and television series. The Deadhouse, meanwhile, runs directly beneath the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court, and its eerie memorials set into the walls help lend this underground tunnel an ambience all its own.

Descending the stairs from the courtyard, you will discover the unique architecture and unexpected hidden depths of Somerset House. With an abundance of secret nooks and crannies, this fascinating space is perfect for creative and surprising events with an edge.

Prices

Monday
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Per day
7:30 – 23:00
from £7800 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 200
  • Dining
    up to 36

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
  • 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.

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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