The National Gallery

• 1851 sqft
• up to 300 guests

at The National Gallery

Gallery A explores a different way of experiencing the nation’s collection of paintings, as it is hung broadly in chronological order, telling the entire story of 600 years of painting in a single space.

This gallery is located within the main Wilkins Building and is accessed by our Pigott Education Centre entrance, accommodating up to 88 guests seated in cabaret style and 140 theatre style for conferences.

This space also makes a fantastic exclusive reception, dinner and party venue. Just imagine... your own Gallery!

As this is a picture gallery, furniture may be hired in via an accredited supplier. Audio visual equipment can be hired in via the Gallery's in-house suppliers or via an accredited supplier.

• 3165 sqft
• up to 328 guests

at The National Gallery

Our 328-seat auditorium, with fully integrated equipment and dedicated audio-visual technicians, is perfect for presentations, conferences, film screenings, award ceremonies, and product launches.

Included in the venue hire fee:
Digital Projection Insight 4K Laser (4096 x 2160)
6.5 x 3.6-meter customizable screen
Multiple data and video formats supported with seamless switching
Audio system with 8 radio microphone channels and 7.1 surround sound
Theatre style LED lighting rig
Lectern with comfort monitor, audio system and network connection
Furniture available for the stage
Dedicated Audio Visual Technicians and Event Co-ordinator
Visitor Engagement staff to act as guides and Fire Marshals for space

• 980 sqft
• up to 120 guests

at The National Gallery

Conference Room 1 is the largest conference space in the Conference Room Suite. It is perfect for business meetings or workshops accommodating up to 75 theatre-style, with natural light and in-built audio-visual equipment.

• 484 sqft
• up to 60 guests

at The National Gallery

Conveniently located next to Conference Room 1, this space is ideal for team workshops or meetings.

This room can accommodate up to 20 guests boardroom style with natural light and in-built audio-visual equipment.

Included in the venue hire fee is:
Barco F80 4K7 Laser projector (7,000 lumens), 16:10 screen
Installed PC, with an audio system (laptops supported)
Wi-Fi throughout
Drop down screen
Blackout blinds
A dedicated Event Co-ordinator
Set-up support from our in-house Audio Visual Team

• 388 sqft
• up to 48 guests

at The National Gallery

Conference Room 3 has natural light and in-built audiovisual equipment.

Included in the venue hire fee is:
Room 3: 70” NEC LCD screen, installed PC with an audio system (laptops supported)
Wi-Fi throughout
A dedicated Event Co-ordinator
Set-up support from our in-house Audio Visual Team

• 140 sqft
• up to 17 guests

at The National Gallery

Conference Room 4 has natural light and in-built audiovisual equipment.

Included in the venue hire fee is:
Room 4: 55” NEC LCD screen - native resolution 1920 x 1080 with audio support
Wi-Fi throughout
A dedicated Event Co-ordinator
Set-up support from our in-house Audio Visual Team

• 646 sqft
• up to 90 guests

at The National Gallery

This elegant area, situated along our prestigious Director’s corridor, offers all the conveniences of a modern boardroom.

This bright meeting space benefits from artwork, high-quality audio-visual facilities, and air conditioning. This area is ideal for daytime meetings, team away days and presentations, as well as intimate evening, entertaining with receptions and dinners.

Included in the venue hire fee is:
84” NEC 4K LCD screen 3840 x 2160
Installed PC, with an audio system (Laptops supported)
Wi-Fi throughout
A dedicated Event Co-ordinator
Set-up support from our in-house
Audio Visual Team

• 441 sqft
• up to 70 guests

at The National Gallery

The Former Viewing Room is situated along the prestigious Director's Corridor, accessible via a private staff entrance on Trafalgar Square. The comfort of air conditioning and the latest audio-visual facilities make this an impressive venue for up to 93 standing or 40 theatre style.

This room is available as a stand-alone space or as a breakout area when hiring the Wilkins Boardroom.

• 1023 sqft
• up to 250 guests

at The National Gallery

With unrivaled views overlooking the iconic Trafalgar Square, the Portico Entrance is an extraordinary event space. It is ideal for a summer drinks reception or alfresco dining on the exquisite black and white mosaic floor.
In inclement weather, Central Hall can be used as the wet weather option.

• 689 sqft
• up to 60 guests

at The National Gallery

Regally elevated above the Portico Entrance, the Mosaic Terrace is ideal for a drinks reception or intimate dinner on its exquisite tiled floor.

Beautifully lit by a glass ceiling and muted turquoise walls, the light delicately compliments the vibrant colors of the mosaic.

• 1722 sqft
• up to 200 guests

at The National Gallery

This spectacular room, beautifully lit by an elevated glass rooftop, showcases Northern Italian paintings from the 16th-century. The striking marble entrance way leads up to an intricately decorated ceiling of golden leaves,
making it a truly regal setting.

Located just off the Portico entrance, Central Hall is perfectly situated to accommodate exceptional receptions and dinners.

• 3789 sqft
• up to 300 guests

at The National Gallery

Room 30 houses some of the Gallery’s most iconic Spanish paintings from Velázquez to Zurbarán including The Rokeby Venus seen below.

Situated just beyond Central Hall, Room 30 is a perfect space for an elegant reception for 300, as well as a dinner for 220 guests.

• 2583 sqft
• up to 300 guests

at The National Gallery

The Barry Rooms are an impressive setting for any event with a spectacular domed roof, ornamental marble pillars and British portraits lining the walls.

This space is perfect for both intimate and larger scale dinners and receptions.

• 1033 sqft
• up to 100 guests

at The National Gallery

The Yves Saint Laurent Room is an elegant gallery housing a selection of French 17th-century paintings. The opulent coloring of fabric on the walls contributes to the atmospheric setting for a stylish dinner party or canapé reception.

• 2303 sqft
• up to 200 guests

at The National Gallery

Accessed by the Getty Entrance and located just off Central Hall, the Annenberg Court is the blank canvas of the National Gallery.

Suitable for any event, this space is ideal for press or product launches. It is also perfectly located for tours of the Gallery’s most iconic paintings.

• 3014 sqft
• up to 300 guests

at The National Gallery

The National Dining Rooms are located within the modern Sainsbury Wing, designed by the award-winning architect Robert Venturi.

This space has incredible views overlooking Trafalgar Square. Running along one wall is an exquisite mural by Paula Rego.

• 1722 sqft
• up to 500 guests

at The National Gallery

The National Café is one of the largest event spaces in the Gallery and has its own private entrance overlooking St Martin-in-the-Fields.

This space has the feel of a 1920’s Parisian café with its marble floors, high windows and beautiful hexagonal lights, a modern contrast compared to the Picture Galleries.

With built-in marble-topped bars and dancing space, the National Café is ideal for a drinks reception, sit down dinner or evening celebration.

• 5339 sqft
• up to 450 guests

at The National Gallery

The Wohl Room is the largest event space within the National Gallery and bridges the elegant 1838 building with the magnificent Sainsbury Wing.

The Room contains the Gallery’s fantastic gold-framed collection of Venetian Renaissance paintings and is lavishly decorated with green damask walls and a spectacular glass roof.