Sophisticated and chic
43 Below is our vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant located just next to The Rubens in the heart of Victoria. As well as a trendy atmosphere with eclectic décor to match, it boasts an excellent private events space including a private bar for reception drinks, delicious canapés, or elegant sit-down meals.
43 Below is fully air-conditioned and can host up to 200 people reception-style.
A warm & cosy retreat
The Park Lounge is just right for drinks and canapé receptions with an open fireplace and sumptuous armchairs and sofas. The views of Kensington Gardens and its quintessential English design create the ambience of an escape to the country, making it hard to believe you are in the heart of the capital. The feeling is that of a private drawing room surrounded by antique books and copies of Tatler and Country Living magazines.
Our most impressive Ballroom, with 19th century original features still decorating the room, galleried staircase, magnificent proportions and lofty beamed ceiling, octagonal 'Tea cabin' fitted with window seats all around, gallery and large inglenook fireplace. Social events have been hosted in the room since 1912 such as summer balls, 'Tea Parties' and more. The room can accommodate a standing reception of up to 100 guests.
A luxurious dining hall; oak panelled in the traditional manner, with panelled and decorated ceiling and a parquetry floor.
Spacious dining hall with large windows overlooking the Mansion's grounds and with direct access to the terrace.
The room can comfortably seat 50 guests and accommodate up to 80 for a standing reception.
A versatile room with high domed ceiling, raised platform ‘with a little Cabin at either end’ created for card players or spectators, and a very fine marble chimney-piece.
The room also has direct access to the patio through a double glass door.
The room is licenced for wedding ceremonies and can also be used as presentation room, conference or for theatre acting performances with capacity of 40 seats.
43 Below is the hidden gem of bbar. With a speakeasy ambience and trendy décor, 43 Below is the perfect space for hosting private events. Our bbar bites menu ensures delicious canapes for your guests to enjoy, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options, whilst our eclectic bar promises to serve some of the finest, most inventive cocktails in London.
43 Below can be hired with no room charge from January to November, available until 11pm daily. For later hours, a license until 1am is available if requested up to six weeks’ prior to the event.
Beautifully restored to blend hundreds of years of history with modern and contemporary design. An ideal backdrop for corporate or private functions.
Featuring the exposed Sir John Rennie’s London Bridge, this wonderful fusion of heritage and contemporary design showcases three restored Georgian brick arches, a grade listed original York stone floor and bespoke wine cellar as a backdrop.
An incredible setting for corporate or private functions it is ideal for dinners, wine tastings, receptions and seasonal occasions. With a private entrance and reception area, The London Bridge Arches can be hired exclusively for your celebration.
Alternatively, this contrasting space can be used for breakouts or refreshments for larger events taking place throughout the venue, including expos, marketplace events and product showcases.
The Banqueting Hall is a versatile and flexible space for up to 300 guests, suited to your next conference, exhibition or dinner. Bring your dinner-dance to life by hosting in conjunction with the stunning River Room or Bridge Room, making the most of in-house AV facilities, floor to ceiling draping and LED colour lighting to further enhance your brand.
Ideal for breakfast briefings, conferences and evening receptions
Situated on the River Thames and offering spectacular views of the City, the River Room with its panoramic floor to ceiling glazed arches is the perfect setting to inspire your guests at a gala dinner or reception. The River Room can accommodate up to 180 guests for a networking luncheon or canapé reception and up to 100 guests for a dinner.
Ideal for conferences, panel discussions and briefings
The Court Room is an adaptable space with an anteroom for refreshments or strategic breakouts. Surrounded by oak panelling and stained glass windows, this room provides privacy and style for your conferences with space for up to 160 delegates. Alternatively, this room can accommodate up to 100 guests for a dinner.
An impressive anteroom to the Court Room
The Library adjoins the Court Room, offering a refined room for refreshments or a breakout space for your guests. Accommodating up to 70 standing, it holds an unrivalled collection of publications on the the constitutional crafts of Glaziers Hall; glass painting and scientific instrumentation.
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