Located on Whitehall in the heart of Westminster, Banqueting House is one of London’s most significant historic event venues, renowned for its grand classical architecture and the iconic Rubens ceiling. As the only remaining part of the former Palace of Whitehall, the venue offers a truly distinguished setting for high-profile events, private dining and formal receptions.

Known for its architectural purity, scale and cultural importance, Banqueting House is particularly well suited to gala dinners, award ceremonies, receptions and senior-level corporate events where prestige and visual impact are paramount. It is a venue that prioritises ceremony, heritage and presence over flexible or informal formats.

Event Spaces & Layout

The venue centres around the Great Hall, a vast, double-height space with symmetrical proportions and the celebrated painted ceiling by Peter Paul Rubens. The hall supports large formal dinners, receptions and ceremonial events, with clear sightlines and a strong sense of theatre.

The layout works best for single-space, high-impact events rather than multi-room conferences or breakout-led programmes.

Facilities & Services

Banqueting House operates as a professionally managed historic venue with experienced event support. Facilities and services include:

• The Great Hall with iconic Rubens ceiling

• Historic, double-height event space

• In-house AV and production support

• Catering via approved partners

• Front-of-house and event management

• Licensed for evening events

The venue is designed for formal, prestigious occasions rather than informal social use.

Location & Access

Situated on Whitehall, Banqueting House benefits from excellent transport links and a central Westminster location. Its proximity to government buildings and the River Thames adds to its sense of authority and prominence.

Key Features

• Iconic historic London venue

• World-famous Rubens ceiling

• Large, formal event space

• Suitable for gala dinners and receptions

• Central Whitehall location

• Strong sense of prestige

Why Hire Banqueting House

Banqueting House offers a setting of exceptional historic and cultural importance. It provides a backdrop that elevates events through architecture, symbolism and scale.

For organisers seeking a landmark London venue for prestigious dinners, receptions and ceremonial events, Banqueting House delivers authority, elegance and lasting impact.