Rooftop Gallery

Trafalgar St James

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  • From £10000
  • 60 Standing
  • Charing Cross
  • From £10000
  • 60 Standing
  • Charing Cross
Europe's Best Rooftop Restaurant 2022 with unrivalled views over Trafalgar Square and London's iconic skyline.
Edward Poland
Edward Poland

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Full bar service
  • Private hire available
  • Semi-private options
  • Standing reception capacity 180
  • Seated dining capacity 22
  • Trafalgar Square views
  • Retractable canopies
  • Outdoor heaters
  • Central London location
  • WiFi

Standing Reception 60 | Seated Capacity 22 | 62sqm in size

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 or private dining experience.




Frequently asked questions

The Rooftop Gallery requires a minimum spend of £16,000 including VAT on food and beverage services, plus a 13% discretionary service charge. This private space can accommodate up to 60 guests for dining events.

Yes, on Wednesdays and Thursdays, only full exclusive rooftop hires are available - individual areas like the Gallery cannot be booked separately on these days. Other days of the week allow for private hire of the Gallery space.

Private dining events typically run from 15:00 to 24:00, with music permitted until 24:00. Setup time from 16:00-18:00 and teardown from 23:00-00:00 are included complimentary.

Canapé selections start at £14.00 per person (choose 3 options), Bowl and Buns from £27.00 per person, and sweet selections from £12.00 per person including 3 items. All pricing is inclusive of VAT and counts toward your minimum spend requirement.

All rooftop areas including the Gallery are equipped with retractable canopies for adverse weather conditions and heaters for guest comfort. This ensures events can proceed regardless of weather.

The venue cannot provide quotes for bookings beyond January 2025 currently, and their event sales strategy from October 2025 onwards is under review. For groups of 60 guests or fewer, quotes are only provided maximum 30 days prior to the event date.

If the agreed minimum spend of £16,000 (including VAT) is not reached through food and beverage purchases, the remaining amount will be charged as room hire to meet the minimum requirement.

For bookings of fewer than 25 guests that don't require private space, contact the Rooftop team directly 30 days prior to your event, or the events team can forward your inquiry to the restaurant reservations team.




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.