Events at The National Gallery

Elegant gallery room with Rubens' works, ideal for stylish receptions (100) or dinners (60).

From: £10000 per person

Capacity: Up to 100 guests

Dining at {10-11} Carlton House Terrace

An ornate, traditional dining room for up to 70 guests in a Grade 1 listed building.

From: £800 per person

Capacity: Up to 90 guests

Dining at 116 Pall Mall

Elegant room with Pall Mall views, ideal for private dining or receptions.

From: £90 per person

Capacity: Up to 140 guests

Events at The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place

A stunning wood-paneled room with river views, ideal for formal dinners and receptions.

From: £135 per person

Capacity: Up to 72 guests

Events at InterContinental London Park Lane

From: £2500 per person

Capacity: Up to 150 guests

Dining at The Portrait Restaurant By Richard Corrigan at the National Portrait Gallery

An intimate restaurant with panoramic views, ideal for private dinners or events up to 150 guests.

From: £6000 per person

Capacity: Up to 80 guests

Events at Ham Yard Hotel

From: £450 per person

Capacity: Up to 100 guests

Dining at Sartoria

From: £1000 per person

Capacity: Up to 70 guests

Events at The Dorchester

From: £3000 per person

Capacity: Up to 120 guests

Dining at Haymarket Hotel

An elegant private dining space in London's theatre district, ideal for intimate gatherings and celebrations.

From: £360 per person

Capacity: Up to 120 guests

Which transport links serve North West London private dining rooms?

Top-access stations include Kilburn (Jubilee), Camden Town (Northern), Swiss Cottage (Jubilee) and Willesden Junction (Overground). Average journey times: 15 min from Euston, 20 min from King’s Cross. Many venues offer local street parking and coach drop-off zones.

How early should I book for a 50-seat private dining event?

Book 6–8 weeks in advance for midweek (Wed–Thu) and 10–12 weeks for weekends. Popular North West London rooms often require minimum spends and blackout dates, so secure your date early.

Can I bring my own wine to a private dining room?

Many North West London venues allow corkage at £15–£20 per bottle, capped at 2–3 bottles per table. Confirm in writing at booking—some require in-house sommeliers to open corkage bottles.

How much does private dining cost per head for 50 in NW London?

Expect to pay £80–£120 per person for a 2–4 hr private dining package in North West London (Zones 2–4). This usually covers a 3-course set menu, half a bottle of house wine, service, room hire and standard AV. Peak midweek rates (Wed–Thu) can be 10–15% higher.

What is the minimum spend to hire a private dining room for 50?

Minimum spends range from £4,000 to £6,000 total in North West London, depending on day and menu choice. Midweek (Tue–Thu) rates start at £80/head, rising to £90–£100/head on Fridays and weekends.

What are licensing rules for evening private dining?

Private dining rooms in NW London can serve alcohol until 11 pm weekdays and midnight Fri–Sat under standard licences. Late-night extensions until 1 am are possible with a Temporary Event Notice (TEN), applied 10 working days in advance.

What room size do you need for 50 seated guests?

Allocate 1.2–1.5 m² per person for banquet seating (round tables) or 1.5–1.8 m² for theatre/cabaret style. A 60–75 m² room (650–800 ft²) will seat 50 comfortably with space for a private bar or AV station.

What AV and tech facilities are standard in private dining rooms?

Most venues provide a 50–60" screen or projector, lapel and handheld microphones, Bluetooth sound system and basic lighting. Wi-Fi and a lectern are usually included; request HDMI/VGA adaptors in advance.

What dietary options can I request for 50 guests?

You can typically request vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and nut-free menus at no extra cost. Inform your venue 14 days before; some charge £5–£10/head for bespoke dietary plates (e.g., kosher or halal).

What payment terms apply to private dining bookings?

Most venues require a 50% deposit on booking and final balance 7–14 days before the event. Cancellation fees often start at 25% if within 30 days, rising to 100% inside 14 days.