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The Vaults

RSA House

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Elegant dining space in The Vaults, RSA House for upscale weddings and corporate events.
  • From £3589
  • 220 Reception
  • Charing Cross
  • From £3589
  • 220 Reception
  • Charing Cross
The only Georgian venue in central London offering subterranean exposed brick vaults with their own private Strand entrance, creating an utterly unique atmosphere for weddings.
Caitlin McCavitt
Caitlin McCavitt

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Civil ceremony capacity up to 150 guests
  • Evening reception capacity up to 220 guests
  • Seated meal capacity up to 130 guests
  • Wine cellar history with atmospheric setting
  • Flexible branding opportunities on designated wall strips
  • Exposed 18th-century brickwork throughout four interconnecting spaces
  • Private entrance from the Strand with manned cloakroom
  • Exclusive hire available for intimate atmosphere
  • Customisable lighting with uplighters
  • Dance floor and DJ facilities

One of the most unique wedding venues in London. The Vaults are ideal for the intimate candle- lit ceremony and wedding breakfast, or alternatively, is a fabulous space for a large evening party. The space can be easily transformed to suit every wedding's design requirements.

Frequently asked questions

The venue can accommodate up to 150 guests for a civil ceremony, 130 guests for a seated wedding meal, and up to 220 guests for an evening reception. The Vaults space specifically offers 80 dining capacity for round tables or 56 for long table setups, and up to 220 for standing receptions.

Wedding packages are priced per person and include exclusive venue hire, catering, and service. Christmas party packages range from £143-£239 + VAT per person depending on inclusions, with unlimited drinks packages available for an additional £30.50-£173 + VAT per person. Exact wedding pricing varies based on guest count and specific requirements.

Yes, RSA House can host both ceremony and reception with multiple space combinations. The venue offers various rooms including the Great Room (up to 200 reception capacity), Benjamin Franklin room, and the atmospheric Vaults with exposed 18th-century brickwork. Weekend weddings receive exclusive hire of the venue creating an intimate atmosphere.

RSA House will hold dates for up to two weeks while you decide on the venue. If they need a decision sooner, they provide 48 hours notice to either confirm with a signed contract or release the date. Weekend availability requires advance booking due to exclusive hire arrangements.

The venue does not offer dry hire and does not permit any external catering - all food and beverage must be provided by RSA House. However, they can accommodate bands up to six pieces in the Vaults spaces and provide flexibility for entertainment and decorations.

The Vaults can accommodate bands up to six pieces and include a dance floor. The venue provides DJ services, uplighter packages to wash the exposed brick walls with your chosen color, built-in audio-visual equipment, and customizable lighting. A private manned cloakroom and dedicated event coordinator are included.

Minimum catering spends vary by room and event type, ranging from £600 + VAT for smaller spaces to higher amounts for larger events. Additional costs include handheld/lapel microphones from £68-£75 + VAT each, wireless uplighters from £22-£25 + VAT each, and venue hire extensions from £2,250-£4,500 + VAT depending on duration.

The Vaults have their own private entrance from the Strand with a manned cloakroom and reception desk. Setup access can be arranged, and the exposed brick walls offer opportunities to personalize and brand the space using designated strips or low-tac vinyl coverings.

Weekend events at RSA House require exclusive venue hire. The venue is normally closed over weekends, which incurs approximately £12,000 + VAT to open the house. Standard weekday events typically run from 8:30am-5pm, with evening extensions available for additional fees.

Wedding packages include options for sparkling wine receptions, three-course meals, tea/coffee with petit fours, and half bottles of house wine with meals. Unlimited drinks packages are available covering house wine, bottled beers, and soft drinks, with spirits packages as optional add-ons at £10 + VAT per person per hour.

More about RSA House

Central London's award-winning RSA House is a focal point for social change and enlightened thinking, whilst being at the forefront of numerous discoveries and inventions. Providing an inspiring venue for any occasion, its charming Georgian features are balanced with progressive technology, alongside friendly and attentive service. From high ceilinged and bright rooms to the atmospheric exposed brick Vaults, the House offers a selection of versatile spaces for hire, all with their own unique stories, accommodation group of up to 220.