Rockwell Bistro & WINE BAR

Trafalgar St James

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  • From £7000
  • 100 Reception
  • Charing Cross
  • From £7000
  • 100 Reception
  • Charing Cross
London's only rooftop venue with direct views over Trafalgar Square, offering exclusive hire options with award-winning dining in the heart of the capital.
Aidan De Forest-Brown
Aidan De Forest-Brown

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Semi-private areas available
  • In-house AV capabilities
  • Outdoor terrace space
  • Late license until midnight
  • Trafalgar Square views
  • Retractable canopies
  • Europe's Best Rooftop Restaurant 2022
  • Full rooftop hire capacity up to 180 guests

Rockwell Bistro & Wine Bar is the latest addition to The Trafalgar St. James, complete with large, bright windows looking onto Trafalgar Square, exotic plants and a fabulous bar. Rockwell is ideal for a wedding brunch for up to 100 guests or a stylish cocktail reception for up to 100.




Frequently asked questions

The Rooftop offers several areas with different minimum spends: Full Rooftop exclusive hire starts from £25,000-£30,000 including VAT, Gallery area from £12,000-£16,000 including VAT, Deck area from £14,000 including VAT, and The Room from £3,000 including VAT. All minimum spends are on food and beverage services, plus a mandatory 13% discretionary service charge.

The Full Rooftop can accommodate up to 180 guests in a reception layout, the Deck area up to 100 guests, the Gallery area up to 60 guests, and The Room up to 25 guests. All areas are suitable for standing reception formats with some seating available.

Wedding events can run from 15:00 to 24:00 (midnight), with music permitted until 24:00. All areas feature fully serviceable bars perfect for drinks receptions and cocktail services.

Yes, on Wednesdays and Thursdays, only full exclusive hires of The Rooftop are available - individual areas like the Gallery, Deck, or Room cannot be booked separately on these days. Other days of the week allow for both full hire and individual area bookings.

All areas of The Rooftop are equipped with retractable canopies in case of adverse weather conditions and heaters to ensure guest comfort regardless of weather.

Yes, the venue can arrange accommodations for the couple, bridal party, and wedding guests. They specifically mention suite options for the couple on their wedding night, though specific pricing and availability would need to be confirmed during the booking process.

The venue allows both DJs and live bands for wedding entertainment. Music can play until midnight (24:00), and the spaces are designed to accommodate various entertainment setups for reception-style events.

The venue currently accepts bookings through January 2025, with their event sales strategy for October 2025 onwards under review. For smaller groups (60 guests or less), they only provide quotes a maximum of 30 days prior to the event date.

Wedding catering includes drinks and canapé receptions, with options for 3 canapés at £14.00 including VAT per person, Bowl and Buns from £27.00 including VAT per person, and sweet selections from £12.00 including VAT per person. All food and beverage purchases count toward the minimum spend requirement.

If the agreed minimum spend on food and beverage is not reached during the event, the remaining amount will be charged as room hire to meet the minimum requirement. The 13% discretionary service charge is then applied to the total final food and beverage amount.




More about Trafalgar St James

In the heart of London, The Trafalgar St. James hosts 137 beautiful bedrooms, including three luxurious suites, which offers guests a stylish and memorable stay. Subtle Art Deco design notes evoke the glamour of travel's golden age, while tactile furnishings and playful ornamentation create the perfect playground for modern explorers. Home to two unique dining and drinking experiences; The Rooftop is a premium restaurant and bar, offering exceptional cuisine with unrivalled views over the city, while our Bistro & Wine Bar, Rockwell, offers an elegant experience with exquisite wine.