Mall Galleries

The hire fee for evening dining events is £7,000+VAT. This includes exclusive access to all three galleries, venue supervisor and gallery staff, one security guard for 5 hours, two parking spaces outside 17 Carlton House Terrace, parking permits for deliveries along the Mall, and use of furniture and technical equipment including a small stage, lectern, two roving microphones, adjustable lighting, AV and audio facilities, free WiFi and cloak rails.

The venue can accommodate up to 350 people standing for drinks receptions. For seated dining events, the capacity would be lower but specific seated capacity numbers are not provided in the available information.

Yes, all clients must use one of Mall Galleries' approved caterers from their trusted supplier list. If you wish to use a caterer not on their approved list, there is a £500+VAT buy-out fee. Catering costs are separate from the venue hire fee and must be arranged directly with the chosen caterer.

The venue is open from 10am to 5pm for public exhibitions. Events can take place during evening hours when the galleries are closed to the public. For filming or events during opening hours, these must take place before 10am or after 5pm.

Yes, events take place with the current exhibition as a backdrop - the venue is not available as a blank canvas for most bookings. The exhibitions change regularly and provide an inspiring setting for dining events. For example, December events would feature the Royal Institute of Oil Painters exhibition.

Availability is extremely limited, particularly for daytime events. The venue has no remaining daytime availability for the remainder of some years and very limited availability in future years. Evening availability is better but still requires advance booking.

The venue includes a small stage, lectern, two roving microphones, adjustable lighting with 3-circuit energy efficient lighting, fully equipped PA system, AV and audio facilities, free WiFi, air conditioning, and acoustic sound panels. The space features oak wood flooring and a modern industrial ceiling.

Yes, the hire fee includes two parking spaces outside 17 Carlton House Terrace and parking permits for deliveries along the Mall. This facilitates both guest parking and supplier access for catering and equipment deliveries.

Yes, for smaller events you can hire individual galleries at a reduced rate. For events with around 35 people, the East Gallery is recommended. The hire fee can be reduced if you don't require access to all three galleries or all included services.

Full day hire is £11,000+VAT, though this can be reduced for single gallery hire or half-day options. Full day hire would be needed for events requiring extensive setup time, multi-day events, or when you need access during both daytime and evening hours.