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Champagne Bar

116 Pall Mall

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Champagne Bar at 116 Pall Mall: rustic venue with exposed brick for events and gatherings.
  • From £3000 per hour
  • 150 Standing
  • Piccadilly Circus & Charing Cross
  • From £3000 per hour
  • 150 Standing
  • Piccadilly Circus & Charing Cross
Hidden underground champagne bar with original Prince of Wales wine cellar features and stunning iron gate entrance creates an exclusive atmosphere unmatched in central London.
Aidan De Forest-Brown
Aidan De Forest-Brown

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Two separate private rooms
  • Central London location
  • Historic wine cellars
  • Character-filled space
  • Underground champagne bar
  • Vaulted brick ceilings
  • Original iron gate entrance
  • Exposed brickwork

Once the wine cellars of the Prince of Wale and the United Service Club, guests enter the hidden underground champagne bar through a stunning pair of iron gates that served as the original cellar doors. With baulted ceiling and exposed brickwork the sapce if full of unique oriignal features and packed with character.

While this space operates as a Champagne Bar during the day and eveinings, located at the side of the bar are two separate private rooms which pvodie the ideal setting for drinks receptions, private dining and networking events.

Frequently asked questions

Weekend bookings require a minimum spend of £15,000 to open the venue, as 116 Pall Mall only operates during weekdays normally. This minimum spend covers all costs including venue hire, catering, and beverages.

Standard venue hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm on weekdays. Early access before 8:00am or late access after 5:00pm incurs additional charges of £1,250 + VAT per hour.

A 50% deposit is required within 14 days of signing the contract. Payment can be made by BACs transfer, over the phone, or via payment link (AMEX not accepted via payment link). AMEX payments via PDQ machine incur an additional 5% charge of the invoice value.

Contracts must be signed promptly to secure dates, as spaces remain available to other clients until contracted. The venue typically requires contract signature within days of the proposal being accepted, with specific deadlines communicated for each booking.

The Carlton room accommodates 120 banquet with reception space or 180 banquet only, and 300 standing. Additional connected spaces include the Terrace (100 standing) and smaller rooms like St James 2 (50 standing/40 banquet/32 cabaret/50 theatre).

External catering is strictly forbidden - all food must be provided by Searcys. A choice of one dish from each course is required for the whole party (set menu), with dietary requirements catered separately. Clients must provide table plans and name places on the event day.

Basic AV equipment varies by room, but additional requirements like screens, projectors, microphones, and staging can be arranged through the venue's AV partners. Technical specifications and pricing are provided separately based on specific event needs.

The venue can place provisional holds on dates, but these can be challenged by other clients. When challenged, the original client typically has 48 hours to make a decision or the date may be released to the competing inquiry.

Security and cloakroom services are typically included in dinner packages but may be charged separately for other event types. The venue is fully accessible with accessible toilets, lift access, and ramp access.

Cancellation terms and conditions apply immediately after contract signature. Specific cancellation policies and any associated fees are outlined in the standard terms and conditions provided with each contract.

More about 116 Pall Mall

116 Pall Mall, home of the Institute of Directors, is an iconic central landmark of London's great Georgian heritage located just minutes from Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus.

With five floors of event space including seven ornate function rooms, a state of the art business centre, meeting rooms, Art Deco café and vaulted brick wine bar, 116 Pall Mall is able to cater for a range of corporate or private events.

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