Carlton Room

116 Pall Mall

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Elegant Carlton Room at 116 Pall Mall, perfect for upscale events and receptions.
  • From £60
  • 300 Reception
  • Piccadilly Circus & Charing Cross
  • From £60
  • 300 Reception
  • Piccadilly Circus & Charing Cross
Former smoking room of the United Service Club with dramatic Ionic columns and gold leaf walls opening onto a private garden terrace in the heart of St James's.
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  • Central London location 5 minutes from Piccadilly Circus
  • Award-winning Searcys catering
  • Fully accessible venue with lift access
  • Security and cloakroom services
  • Traditional Christmas theming available
  • Dramatic Ionic columns finished in marble-esque scagliola
  • Gold leaf on linen wall coverings
  • Private terrace with garden views
  • Classic cocktail bar
  • Covered garden terrace
This ground floor room used to be the smoking room of the United Service Club. Adorned with many rich features including the dramatic Ionic columns, and walls covered by gold leaf on linen, creating an impression of opulence. The doors lining the South side of the room open onto a private terrace with views over the garden. The room is perfect for large dinners, receptions and weddings.



Frequently asked questions

Weekend events require a minimum spend of £15,000 to open the venue, as 116 Pall Mall only operates during weekdays normally. This minimum applies to the total event cost including venue hire, catering, and any additional services.

Standard venue hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm on weekdays. Early access before 8:00am or late access after 5:00pm/11:00pm (depending on space) incurs additional charges of £1,250 + VAT per hour. Events can be extended until 1:00am with these hourly charges applying.

A 50% deposit is required within 14 days of signing the contract to secure your booking. The deposit payment deadline can be extended in some cases, such as to the end of September for events the following March. Payment can be made by BACS transfer, over the phone, or via payment link (AMEX not accepted via payment link).

AMEX payments are accepted via PDQ machine over the phone only, not through the online payment link. An additional 5% of the invoice value is charged for each AMEX payment made via the PDQ machine.

Contracts typically need to be signed within a few days to a week of receiving them to secure the space and date. Provisional holds can be given 48-hour deadlines to make decisions. The venue will close off enquiries if no response is received after multiple follow-up attempts.

The Nash room accommodates 184 cabaret style or 350 standing. The Carlton room holds 120 banquet with reception space, 180 banquet only, or 300 standing. The Waterloo room supports 140 standing, and the venue has additional smaller spaces like St James rooms for 40-60 people each.

Christmas dinner packages start from £171 + VAT per person (minimum 120 guests). Standard dinner packages range from £149-£284 + VAT per person depending on inclusions. Reception packages with canapés start around £148 + VAT per person. All packages include venue hire, security, cloakroom, and specified catering and drinks.

AV services are available as add-ons and must be quoted separately. Standard requirements like screens, projectors, microphones (lapel and handheld), and staging can be provided. Two breakout rooms (St James 1 and St James 2) are included in some conference packages for additional AV setups.

The venue is fully accessible with accessible toilets, lift access, and ramp access. Located at 116 Pall Mall in St James's, it's a 5-minute walk from Piccadilly Circus and 4-minute walk from Charing Cross. Guests should enter through the main entrance and ask for their contact at the reception desk.




More about 116 Pall Mall

Grade I listed Georgian landmark near Trafalgar Square with grand rooms and in-house catering—best for a premium, traditional conference feel with networking in adjacent spaces.



Carlton Room at 116 Pall Mall - Events

Capacity: Up to 300 guests (Reception)
Location: St James’s, London, Westminster, SW1Y 5ED , London
Coordinates: 51.5071851, -0.131668399999967

Features

  • Wifi
  • Classic cocktail bar
  • Covered garden terrace
  • Garden

Food & Drink

  • External Catering Allowed
  • External Alcohol Allowed
  • Corkage Charge
  • Kitchenette
  • Catering Equipment Provided
  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering
  • Recommended Caterering List Available
  • Recommended Caterers Only

Space

  • Disabled Access
  • Storage Space
  • Outdoor Space
  • 274.5m² (2,955ft²)
  • Ceiling Height 6m (20ft)

Licenses

  • Licensed Until 11pm
  • Extensions Available
  • TENs Available
  • Wedding License

Capacities

  • 80 Boardroom
  • 144 Cabaret
  • 120 Classroom
  • 180 Dining
  • 120 Dinner Dance
  • 300 Reception
  • 220 Theatre
  • 90 U-Shaped

Venue Guide Prices

Dining

Venue Hire Per Evening

PriceSchedule
£3,000 / Venue FeeMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Party packages

PriceSchedulePackage
£90 / Per PersonEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00Dinner package

Events

Venue Hire Per Evening

PriceSchedule
£3,000 / Venue FeeMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Party packages

PriceSchedulePackage
£60 / Per PersonEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00Drinks Reception

Weddings

Venue Hire Per Evening

PriceSchedule
£3,000 / Venue FeeMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Party packages

PriceSchedulePackage
£130 / Per PersonSaturdays and Sundays, 09:00 - 17:00Piccadilly Package

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum spend required to open 116 Pall Mall for weekend events?

Weekend events require a minimum spend of £15,000 to open the venue, as 116 Pall Mall only operates during weekdays normally. This minimum applies to the total event cost including venue hire, catering, and any additional services.

What are the standard operating hours and what are the charges for extended access?

Standard venue hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm on weekdays. Early access before 8:00am or late access after 5:00pm/11:00pm (depending on space) incurs additional charges of £1,250 + VAT per hour. Events can be extended until 1:00am with these hourly charges applying.

What payment terms and deposit requirements apply to bookings?

A 50% deposit is required within 14 days of signing the contract to secure your booking. The deposit payment deadline can be extended in some cases, such as to the end of September for events the following March. Payment can be made by BACS transfer, over the phone, or via payment link (AMEX not accepted via payment link).

What are the AMEX payment terms and additional charges?

AMEX payments are accepted via PDQ machine over the phone only, not through the online payment link. An additional 5% of the invoice value is charged for each AMEX payment made via the PDQ machine.

How far in advance must contracts be signed and what happens to provisional holds?

Contracts typically need to be signed within a few days to a week of receiving them to secure the space and date. Provisional holds can be given 48-hour deadlines to make decisions. The venue will close off enquiries if no response is received after multiple follow-up attempts.

What are the capacity limits for different event setups in the main event spaces?

The Nash room accommodates 184 cabaret style or 350 standing. The Carlton room holds 120 banquet with reception space, 180 banquet only, or 300 standing. The Waterloo room supports 140 standing, and the venue has additional smaller spaces like St James rooms for 40-60 people each.

What catering restrictions and menu requirements apply to events?

External catering is strictly forbidden at the venue. All catering must be provided by Searcys, the in-house caterers. A choice of one dish from each course is required for the whole party (set menu), with dietary requirements catered for separately. Table plans and name places must be provided on the day of the event.

What are the typical package prices for different types of events?

Christmas dinner packages start from £171 + VAT per person (minimum 120 guests). Standard dinner packages range from £149-£284 + VAT per person depending on inclusions. Reception packages with canapés start around £148 + VAT per person. All packages include venue hire, security, cloakroom, and specified catering and drinks.

What AV equipment and technical services are available?

AV services are available as add-ons and must be quoted separately. Standard requirements like screens, projectors, microphones (lapel and handheld), and staging can be provided. Two breakout rooms (St James 1 and St James 2) are included in some conference packages for additional AV setups.

What accessibility features and location details should guests know?

The venue is fully accessible with accessible toilets, lift access, and ramp access. Located at 116 Pall Mall in St James's, it's a 5-minute walk from Piccadilly Circus and 4-minute walk from Charing Cross. Guests should enter through the main entrance and ask for their contact at the reception desk.

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Amenities & Features

  • Dramatic Ionic columns finished in marble-esque scagliola
  • Gold leaf on linen wall coverings
  • Private terrace with garden views
  • Classic cocktail bar
  • Covered garden terrace
  • Central London location 5 minutes from Piccadilly Circus
  • Award-winning Searcys catering
  • Fully accessible venue with lift access
  • Security and cloakroom services
  • Traditional Christmas theming available

Event Types

Great for: Former smoking room of the United Service Club with dramatic Ionic columns and gold leaf walls opening onto a private garden terrace in the heart of St James's.

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Additional Information

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Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform

Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/166246/116-Pall-Mall/Carlton-Room/Events