Outside Terrace

The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place

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Outdoor terrace at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, ideal for cocktail receptions and gatherings.
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  • 100 Reception
  • Embankment
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  • 100 Reception
  • Embankment
Historic Grade I listed château-style building on the Thames with original period features and professional filming facilities, offering an iconic London backdrop steps from Westminster.
Ell Searles
Ell Searles

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  • Professional filming equipment and AV support available
  • 5-star hotel with 277 luxury bedrooms on-site
  • Central London location with excellent transport links
  • Grade I listed 1884 building with original architectural details
  • River Thames location opposite London Eye
  • Multiple event spaces including River Room with oak panelling



Frequently asked questions

The River Room, which is popular for filming with its original oak panelling and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Thames and London Eye, has a full day rate of £1,000 (reduced from an initial quote). The venue does not offer half-day rates - only full day hire is available for filming purposes.

The Meston Suite accommodates up to 80 reception style, 72 banqueting, 70 theatre, 48 cabaret, 45 classroom, or 32 U-shape. The River Room holds up to 80 reception, 72 banqueting, 70 theatre, 48 cabaret, 45 classroom, 32 U-shape, or 26 boardroom style.

Dinner packages start from £120-£139 per person and include one glass of sparkling wine on arrival, three-course pre-ordered set menu with vegetarian option, room hire, half bottle of house wine per person, half bottle of mineral water, menus, candelabras and mirrored centrepieces, and table plan. Minimum numbers are typically 20-40 guests depending on the package.

Day Delegate Rate packages range from £88-£152 per person and include arrival tea/coffee, mid-morning break, working buffet lunch served in the meeting room, afternoon break, room hire, flipchart with pads and pens, delegate stationery, mineral water, mints, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Minimum numbers are typically 25-50 guests.

Silver Package offers one hour of house wine, beer and soft drinks for £35 per person, or with spirits and Prosecco for £55. Gold Package provides two hours for £55-£65 per person. Diamond Package covers three hours for £85-£90 per person, and Champagne Package ranges from £95-£110 per person for three hours including house champagne and exclusive wines.

Churchill's Bar has a room hire cost of £400 for arrival drinks. The London Meeting room is available at £500 (they were unable to match a £150 budget request). Some spaces like the Whitehall Suite have minimum food and beverage spends of £5,000 for 100 attendees in addition to the £5,000 room hire.

The venue offers continental breakfast from £35 per person, full English buffet from £46 per person, canapés from £29 per person, finger food from £55 per person, and bowl food from £85 per person. They can cater to halal menus and provide soft drinks for non-alcohol consuming groups.

The venue typically holds space for short periods requiring confirmation by specific deadlines, often within 24-48 hours (examples include "by 4pm today" or "by 3pm Wednesday"). They offer site visits during business hours and require prompt responses to maintain provisional bookings.

Private Christmas Party packages start from £145 per person and include sparkling wine on arrival, three-course dinner with coffee and mini mince pies, half bottle of house wine and mineral water per person, room hire, Christmas table centrepieces, crackers, novelties, and manned cloakroom. Minimum numbers are typically 65 guests.

AV services include large PA systems with speakers and mixers (£250), gooseneck microphones (£60 each), handheld microphones (£60 each), 42" comfort monitors (£265), Sony cameras with tripods (£615), laptops with Zoom/Teams (£35), and on-site technicians (£350 each). Delivery and collection charges apply at £95.


Map showing The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place
The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place
Westminster
UK
Westminster SW1A 2EJ
London

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More about The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place

Grade I listed Westminster conference venue with river views, elegant wood-panelling, and a polished business setting for presentations, meetings, and corporate events.



Outside Terrace at The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place - Film and Photo

Capacity: Up to 100 guests (Reception)
Location: Westminster, UK, Westminster, SW1A 2EJ, London
Coordinates: 51.5062103271484, -0.123992681503296

Food & Drink

  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering
  • Kosher Catering
  • Recommended Caterering List Available

Space

  • Disabled Access
  • Outdoor Space

Licenses

  • Licensed Until 11pm

Capacities

  • 100 Reception

Venue Guide Prices

Events

Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Evening

PriceSchedule
£700 / Venue Fee & Min SpendMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Evening

PriceSchedule
£3,000 / Venue Fee & Min SpendSaturdays and Sundays, 09:00 - 17:00

Party packages

PriceSchedulePackage
£50 / Per PersonEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00BBQ Package

Film and Photo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the room hire rates for filming and photography at The Royal Horseguards Hotel?

The River Room, which is popular for filming with its original oak panelling and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Thames and London Eye, has a full day rate of £1,000 (reduced from an initial quote). The venue does not offer half-day rates - only full day hire is available for filming purposes.

What are the capacity limits and setup options for the main event spaces?

The Meston Suite accommodates up to 80 reception style, 72 banqueting, 70 theatre, 48 cabaret, 45 classroom, or 32 U-shape. The River Room holds up to 80 reception, 72 banqueting, 70 theatre, 48 cabaret, 45 classroom, 32 U-shape, or 26 boardroom style.

What are the dinner package rates and what do they include?

Dinner packages start from £120-£139 per person and include one glass of sparkling wine on arrival, three-course pre-ordered set menu with vegetarian option, room hire, half bottle of house wine per person, half bottle of mineral water, menus, candelabras and mirrored centrepieces, and table plan. Minimum numbers are typically 20-40 guests depending on the package.

What Day Delegate Rate packages are available and what do they cover?

Day Delegate Rate packages range from £88-£152 per person and include arrival tea/coffee, mid-morning break, working buffet lunch served in the meeting room, afternoon break, room hire, flipchart with pads and pens, delegate stationery, mineral water, mints, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Minimum numbers are typically 25-50 guests.

What are the drink package options and pricing?

Silver Package offers one hour of house wine, beer and soft drinks for £35 per person, or with spirits and Prosecco for £55. Gold Package provides two hours for £55-£65 per person. Diamond Package covers three hours for £85-£90 per person, and Champagne Package ranges from £95-£110 per person for three hours including house champagne and exclusive wines.

What additional room hire costs apply beyond the main spaces?

Churchill's Bar has a room hire cost of £400 for arrival drinks. The London Meeting room is available at £500 (they were unable to match a £150 budget request). Some spaces like the Whitehall Suite have minimum food and beverage spends of £5,000 for 100 attendees in addition to the £5,000 room hire.

What catering options are available and can dietary requirements be accommodated?

The venue offers continental breakfast from £35 per person, full English buffet from £46 per person, canapés from £29 per person, finger food from £55 per person, and bowl food from £85 per person. They can cater to halal menus and provide soft drinks for non-alcohol consuming groups.

How long will the venue hold space without confirmation and what is the booking process?

The venue typically holds space for short periods requiring confirmation by specific deadlines, often within 24-48 hours (examples include "by 4pm today" or "by 3pm Wednesday"). They offer site visits during business hours and require prompt responses to maintain provisional bookings.

What are the Christmas party packages and when are they available?

Private Christmas Party packages start from £145 per person and include sparkling wine on arrival, three-course dinner with coffee and mini mince pies, half bottle of house wine and mineral water per person, room hire, Christmas table centrepieces, crackers, novelties, and manned cloakroom. Minimum numbers are typically 65 guests.

What AV equipment and technical services are available?

AV services include large PA systems with speakers and mixers (£250), gooseneck microphones (£60 each), handheld microphones (£60 each), 42" comfort monitors (£265), Sony cameras with tripods (£615), laptops with Zoom/Teams (£35), and on-site technicians (£350 each). Delivery and collection charges apply at £95.

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Outdoor terrace at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, ideal for cocktail receptions and gatherings.Outdoor terrace at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, ideal for elegant receptions and gatherings.

Amenities & Features

  • Grade I listed 1884 building with original architectural details
  • River Thames location opposite London Eye
  • Multiple event spaces including River Room with oak panelling
  • Professional filming equipment and AV support available
  • 5-star hotel with 277 luxury bedrooms on-site
  • Central London location with excellent transport links

Event Types

Great for: Historic Grade I listed château-style building on the Thames with original period features and professional filming facilities, offering an iconic London backdrop steps from Westminster.

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Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform

Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/197267/The-Royal-Horseguards-Hotel-And-One-Whitehall-Place/Outside-Terrace/Film-And-Photo