Somerset House, The Lightwells And Deadhouse
Strand, London, WC2R 1LA -
Up to
200 guestsOffers
catering
Built on historic foundations at the very heart of the capital, Somerset House is London’s working arts centre, home to the UK’s largest creative community and one of London’s best loved public spaces - run as a charity by the Somerset House Trust, all event hires directly contribute to its cultural programme, education and outreach work.
Our spectacular, neoclassical building offers 12 blank canvas event spaces, suitable for staging events of all styles and size. Clients also have the opportunity to enhance their event by connecting it with Somerset House’s diverse cultural programme, with private tours of the building and exclusive access to our exhibitions.
The grandeur and heritage of Somerset House’s diverse venue, coupled with the expertise of our Events team, offer an unrivalled location for an unforgettable event.
The lightwells themselves are soaring spaces with graceful staircases and hidden nooks and crannies, a favourite of film location managers. They are two metres wide and run along three sides of The Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court; whilst the Deadhouse runs under the courtyard, connecting the Lightwells from East to West. This unique and arresting space provides the perfect setting for creative parties and fashion shows that make use of its unusual architecture.
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 35
Pricing
& opening hours
Weekly schedule
monday
0:00 - 24:00
tuesday
0:00 - 24:00
wednesday
0:00 - 24:00
thursday
0:00 - 24:00
friday
0:00 - 24:00
saturday
0:00 - 24:00
sunday
0:00 - 24:00
Catering & drinks
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Tea
Disabled access
Public transport
Premises parking
Breakout rooms
Space rules
Cancellation policy
Strict (50% refund up until seven days prior to arrival, except fees)
Location
Reviews
Kitty
There’s a Summer Fountain, the kids are so happy to play with water there, full of kids’ laughter. That area is gorgeous, can’t stop taking pictures, trying to capture all the amazing scene there. Try to go inside the building, but can’t really find the way to view the exhibition, just found one which requires ticket to go in. Anyway, the fountain area in the middle worth a visit already, too beautiful!
Charles Curpen
We were on Tower bridge 12:55 when we saw smoke from Somerset House roof , after a long walk we got to Somerset House about 15:59 and saw all the emergency services there , great job to all the emergency services .
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