Business

Dining

Events

What are the pricing and minimum spend requirements for The Gallery business spaces?

The Gallery rooms are available with a minimum food and beverage spend of £200.00 plus £1,800.00 venue hire (inclusive of VAT, exclusive of 12.5% discretionary service charge). For smaller groups, Somerset House and The National Gallery rooms require a £200.00 minimum spend plus £1,800.00 venue hire. Any shortfall in minimum spend will be charged as additional room hire.

What capacity limits apply to The Gallery meeting rooms?

The Gallery consists of seven adjoining meeting rooms that can accommodate various group sizes. Individual rooms can handle smaller meetings (10-12 people as referenced in quotes), while the connected spaces can be configured for larger corporate events up to 300-350 guests when combined with other venue areas.

What audio-visual equipment is included with The Gallery rooms?

Each Gallery room includes wall-mounted 98" 4K LED screens, Apple TV 4K and Barco ClickShare for wireless presenting, AMX 10-inch touch panel for full AV system control, Bluetooth connectivity for personal devices, and electronic signage screens outside each room for event branding. This AV package is included at no additional charge.

What are the mandatory security requirements and costs?

Security is mandatory for all events at The Londoner at £35.00 per hour per guard, with a minimum 6-hour booking. One security guard is required per 100 attendees, and one guard is also required for the full setup and de-rig periods. For a typical business meeting, this would be £210.00 minimum per guard.

What are the standard operating hours and setup times for business events?

Events typically run from 8:00am to 5:30pm including setup and de-rig time. Setup is usually available from 7:00am, with meetings from 11:00am to 5:00pm, and de-rig until 5:30pm. Extensions beyond these hours may require pricing review and additional charges.

What catering packages are available for business meetings?

Business packages start at £130.00 per person (minimum 30 guests) and include arrival experience, afternoon experience, Farmers Market experience, tea and coffee during lunch, bottled water per person, and dedicated events manager. The package rate is inclusive of VAT and exclusive of 12.5% discretionary service charge.

Can external AV providers be used and what are the associated fees?

External AV providers can be used but incur an External AV Provider Fee starting from £3,000.00 (exclusive of VAT). Additional AV technician support is available from £3,500.00. The venue's in-house AV team can provide equipment like LED screens (£1,080.00), PA systems (£650.00), and microphones (£120.00), subject to availability.

What additional services and amenities are included with Gallery room bookings?

All Gallery bookings include Wi-Fi access on unlimited devices, private cloakroom facilities, dedicated events manager, and private events entrance. The spaces connect to a spacious lounge area and can be configured for various meeting setups and workshop formats.

How far in advance should Gallery rooms be booked and what is the holding policy?

The venue offers spaces on "joint first option" until specific dates (as seen with March 2025 bookings). Enquiries are typically held for several days while availability is confirmed, and the sales team follows up within 24-48 hours to secure bookings or release holds.

Are there restrictions on event types or timing for business bookings?

The Gallery spaces are designed for business meetings, workshops, corporate events, and professional development sessions. Events must conclude by standard business hours unless extended arrangements are made. The venue can accommodate various corporate event types from small meetings to larger conferences when combined with other spaces.