Somerset House, Embankment Galleries

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.

Originally a barrel-vaulted bargehouse linked directly to the Thames, the Embankment Galleries are now our most modern and adaptable exhibition space. Spread over the ground floor and mezzanine level of the South Wing, this network of rooms hosts annual exhibitions such as Photo London and the London Design Festival, as well as one-off shows such as Big Bang Data. When available, the mezzanine level is an impressive space for large-scale dinners and receptions, while the Galleries as a whole offer a spectacular space for press days.