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The View

The View

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Elegant event space with round tables, perfect for corporate gatherings and upscale celebrations.
  • From £88 per person
  • 300 Theatre
  • Holborn Station
  • From £88 per person
  • 300 Theatre
  • Holborn Station
The View offers London's most spectacular rooftop wedding venue with a private terrace overlooking the capital's largest public square and iconic skyline.
Caitlin McCavitt
Caitlin McCavitt

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Lincoln's Inn Fields location
  • Self-contained 6th floor space
  • Flexible room configurations
  • 300 standing capacity
  • Built-in AV equipment
  • Private terrace with London views
  • Natural light throughout

The modern View takes over the entire top floor, offering self-contained destination with numerous opportunities for bespoke decorative flourishes for your special day. The space is filled with light and offers an outside terrace with views over London. Up to 250 guests can be hosted here for your wedding breakfast or ceremony, or 300 standing. Featuring exceptional modern facilities, and overlooking London's largest public square, Lincoln's Inn Field, The View offers weddings and special events accented by the capital's iconic skyline.

Frequently asked questions

The View can accommodate up to 250 guests for a seated wedding breakfast or ceremony, and up to 300 guests for a standing reception. The space features two main rooms: The Conference Suite (up to 300 theatre style or 120 cabaret) and The Park View (separate catering and networking area with terrace access).

Wedding packages start at £100+VAT per person for dinner packages (minimum 70 guests), which include hire from 6pm-10pm, arrival champagne, three-course menu, half bottle of house wine per person, and inclusive AV. Room hire fees range from £1,000-£2,500+VAT depending on timing, with minimum catering spends of £1,700-£4,000+VAT.

The venue requires an 80% deposit to secure your booking, with the remaining 20% due 6 weeks prior to the event when planning takes place. All pricing is subject to VAT at 20%.

All wedding bookings include comprehensive AV facilities: projector and screen (accessible via Clickshare), repeat screens, up to 4 wireless microphones (mixture of handheld and lapel), lectern, and PA system. An in-house stage is available for hire at additional cost (£50+VAT per 2m x 1m stage block, maximum 9 blocks available).

Nothing can be stuck on the walls in the event spaces - no blue tac, tape, or adhesive materials are permitted. Free-standing decorations and displays are allowed. The venue can provide flipcharts at £25+VAT each if needed.

The View features a terrace with stunning views across Lincoln's Inn Fields and the London skyline, accessible from The Park View room. This outdoor space is perfect for drinks receptions, photography, and guests to enjoy during summer evenings.

Standard wedding packages run from 6pm-10pm, though timings can be flexible. Day events typically run 9am-5pm. The venue provides cloakroom facilities and security as standard with all wedding packages.

Wedding dinner packages include arrival champagne, three-course seasonal menu with coffee and petit fours, half bottle of house wine per person, and still/sparkling water. Additional catering options include drinks receptions with canapés, and the venue offers comprehensive menus with various dining styles from standing receptions to formal seated meals.

The View is located on the 6th floor of the Royal College of Surgeons at 38-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London WC2A 3PE. It's centrally located just 5 minutes walk from Holborn station and the venue is fully accessible throughout.

Contact the venue directly at 0207 869 6703 or theview@rcseng.ac.uk to check availability and receive a tailored proposal. The venue can place spaces on hold while you make decisions, and they offer venue viewings to help couples see the space before booking.

More about The View

The View is at the heart of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Founded by the Royal Charter in 1800 it is the professional home of surgery in England and internationally.

The View is also open to the general public for conferences, meetings and events. It boasts spectacular views of London and had a terrace guests can enjoy in the summer evenings. It is the perfect spot to host a large conference or beautiful wedding, nestled in a building steeped in history and bringing together modern facilities with a long legacy of research and scientific discover in the heart of London.

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