Somerset House, The Navy Board Rooms

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.

From the urban oasis of the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court, your guests will experience a dramatic sense of occasion as they access The Navy Board Rooms is via the soaring Nelson Stair, each flight a one-off architectural flourish. The collection of four rooms exudes the stately restraint of the Palladian style, with marble fireplaces and wooden floors. During the day or evening, expansive windows offer uninterrupted views of the River Thames towards Westminster and the London Eye.