Rooftop Gallery

Trafalgar St James

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  • From £10000
  • 60 Standing
  • Charing Cross
  • From £10000
  • 60 Standing
  • Charing Cross
Unrivalled rooftop views over Trafalgar Square and London's iconic skyline create an instantly memorable backdrop for any film or photo production.
Aidan De Forest-Brown
Aidan De Forest-Brown

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • WiFi
  • Full bar service
  • AV capabilities
  • Natural lighting
  • Trafalgar Square views
  • Retractable canopies
  • Outdoor heaters
  • Central London location

For a private hire that is sure to impress Guests and captivate clients, hire The Rooftop Gallery at Trafalgar St James.

With London's iconic skyline serving as your backdrop, company occasions has never been better catered for.

Just a stone's throw from Charing Cross tube and railway station, this space is convenient as well as stunning, perfect space to play host to a wide variety of social, as well as corporate events, whether that be a drinks reception for 60 people or private dining experience for 22 people.




Frequently asked questions

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

The Full Rooftop can accommodate up to 180 attendees in a reception layout, the Deck area up to 100 attendees, the Gallery area up to 60 attendees, and The Room up to 25 attendees. All capacities are for standing reception format.

Events are available from 15:00 to 24:00, with music permitted to play until 24:00. All areas are equipped with retractable canopies for adverse weather conditions and heaters for comfort.

Yes, on Wednesdays and Thursdays, only full exclusive hires of The Rooftop are offered. Partial area bookings are not available on these days.

For groups of 60 guests or less, quotes are only provided a maximum of 30 days prior to the event date. For bookings of fewer than 25 guests that do not require a private space, you can contact the Rooftop team directly at 30 days prior to your event.

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

The venue cannot provide quotes for bookings beyond January 2025 currently. For events from October 2025 onwards, their event sales strategy is under review and proposals cannot be provided at this time, with updates expected during summer.

Catering includes canapés from £14.00-£21.00 per person including VAT, Bowl and Buns from £27.00-£38.00 per person including VAT, and sweet selections from £12.00 per person including VAT for 3 items. All food and beverage services count towards the minimum spend requirement.




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.