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Up to 70standing
Up to 72seated
Embankmentnearest station
Private Diningbest for
About this space
River Thames views
Wood panelling
High ceilings
Churchill's Bar connection
Private dining space
Whitehall Gardens outlook
The River Room on 2nd floor of One Whitehall Place offers a stunning backdrop to your private dinner. With views over Whitehall Gardens, London Eye and River Thames
Once the ladies room, the wooden-panelled River Room is perfect for formal and informal dinner parties.
This can be hired as one room, or in conjunction with
Churchill's Bar for pre-lunch or dinner drinks
Features
Wifi
Combined with Churchill's Bar or Meston Suite
High ceilings
Views over gardens & River Thames
Wood panelling
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Recommended Caterering List Available
Space
Disabled Access
108m² (1,163ft²)
Ceiling Height 6.5m (21ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 12am
Extensions Available
Wedding License
Capacities
26Boardroom
50Cabaret
72Dining
70Reception
70Theatre
32U-Shaped
Guide prices
Indicative pricing based on standard rates. Request an instant quote for your exact brief.
What are the dinner package prices and what's included?
Dinner packages start from £120.00 per person (reduced from £140.00) with a minimum of 20 guests. The package includes 1 glass of sparkling wine on arrival, three-course pre-ordered set menu (1 starter, 1 main, 1 dessert plus vegetarian option), coffee & petit fours, room hire for the main room, half bottle of house wine per person, half bottle of mineral water, menus, candelabras & mirrored centrepieces, and table plan. Christmas party packages are available from £145.00 per person including Christmas-themed extras.
What is the capacity of the River Room for dining events?
The River Room can accommodate up to 72 guests for banqueting/dining events. The room features original oak panelling and floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views towards the London Eye and River Thames. It can be hired as a standalone space or combined with Churchill's Bar for pre-dinner drinks.
What are the room hire costs for private dining events?
For drinks receptions, the River Room hire is £1,000.00. Churchill's Bar room hire is £400.00 for arrival drinks. The venue also offers package deals where room hire is included in dinner packages starting from £120.00 per person with minimum numbers of 20 guests.
Can the venue accommodate dietary requirements like halal food?
Yes, the venue can cater to halal menus and offers vegetarian options as standard with all dinner packages. They also provide soft drinks menus for guests who don't consume alcohol and can accommodate various dietary restrictions with advance notice.
What drinks packages are available and how much do they cost?
Silver Package: £35.00 per person for one hour of house wine, beer and soft drinks. Gold Package: £55.00 per person for two hours of house wine, beer and soft drinks. Diamond Package: £85.00 per person for three hours of house wine, beer and soft drinks. Individual bottles start from £43.00 for house wine, £48.00 for sparkling wine, and £80.00 for champagne.
How long can the venue hold space without confirmation?
The venue typically holds space for a few days while awaiting confirmation. In the correspondence, they mention holding space until specific deadlines like "Wednesday at 3pm" or "by 4pm today," indicating they require prompt responses to maintain provisional bookings.
What additional catering options are available beyond the dinner packages?
Beyond dinner packages, the venue offers canapés from £29.00 per person, finger food from £55.00 per person, bowl food from £85.00 per person, and cheese & port from £32.00 per person. Continental breakfast is available at £35.00 per person, and full English breakfast buffet at £46.00 per person.
Can the River Room be combined with other spaces for larger events?
Yes, the River Room can be hired in conjunction with Churchill's Bar for pre-lunch or dinner drinks (Churchill's Bar hire costs £400.00). The venue also has other spaces like the Meston Suite that can be combined for larger events or different phases of your celebration.
What are the minimum numbers required for dinner packages?
The standard dinner packages require a minimum of 20 guests at £120.00 per person. Christmas party packages have a minimum of 65 guests. For drinks receptions with room hire only, there are no specific minimum numbers mentioned, but package deals offer better value for larger groups.
Are site visits available and how do I arrange one?
Yes, site visits are available and actively encouraged by the venue team. You can request a site visit through their events team, and they will arrange a convenient time to show you the River Room and other available spaces. The venue team regularly offers site visits to help clients visualize their events.
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