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Lancaster House

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Stable Yard, St James's, London SW1A 1BB, United Kingdom
Historic VenueGovernment Conference Centre✓ Verified Data

Historic Grade I listed government mansion offering prestigious event spaces in the heart of St James's, London.

About This Venue

Lancaster House is a magnificent Grade I listed neoclassical mansion in St James's, serving as one of London's most prestigious government hospitality venues. Built in the 1820s by Benjamin Dean Wyatt, this historic building features opulent state rooms with gilded ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and period furnishings. The venue hosts high-level government functions, diplomatic receptions, and select private events. Its grand rooms include the Music Room, State Dining Room, and Eagle Room, each offering unique architectural features and flexible event configurations. Located minutes from Buckingham Palace and Green Park, Lancaster House provides an unparalleled setting for distinguished gatherings with full catering and event management services.

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Indicative Budget
£5,625£10,625
Typical day-delegate event for ~125 guests
Capacity (max)
250
Typical attendees
125
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (125 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

250
Maximum Capacity
120
Theatre Style
250
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Music Room

180
120
304080

State Dining Room

150
100
243560

Eagle Room

120
80
202850

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 120 people

Features & Amenities

Historic Architecture
Period Furnishings
Crystal Chandeliers
State Rooms
Full Catering Service
Event Management
Security
Prestigious Location
Grade I Listed Building

📐 Space Specifications

800
Total Space (m²)
4.2m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Government Conference Centre space

🍽️ Food & Catering

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

High-definition projectors
Large screens
Professional PA system
Wireless microphones
High-speed Wi-Fi
Video conferencing facilities
Lecterns
Flip charts

🎯 Suitable For

📋Government conferences
📋Corporate meetings
📋Training seminars
📋Policy briefings
📋Business presentations

♿ Accessibility

Historic building with limited accessibilityadvance notice required for mobility requirements

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Green Park Underground (Jubilee, Piccadilly, Victoria lines) 2-minute walk; Victoria Station 10 minutes; St James's Park Station 5 minutes; Multiple bus routes on Piccadilly

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

Limited street parking; nearby NCP car parks at Piccadilly and Arlington Street; advance parking arrangements recommended

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

90 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

120
theatre
30
boardroom
80
classroom
40
u shape
90
cabaret
250
reception
80
dining
80
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 250 delegates in theatre style, 180 in classroom style, 120 in boardroom configuration
What AV equipment is available?
State-of-the-art AV equipment including HD projection, professional sound system, and video conferencing capabilities
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, advance booking required. Public transport links nearby including St. James's Park and Green Park stations

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Stable Yard
St James's
SW1A 1BB, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Historic VenueReception VenueDiplomatic Venue

Venue Location

Stable Yard, St James's, London, SW1A 1BB

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 250 delegates in theatre style, 180 in classroom style, 120 in boardroom configuration

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: State-of-the-art AV equipment including HD projection, professional sound system, and video conferencing capabilities

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking available, advance booking required. Public transport links nearby including St. James's Park and Green Park stations

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Royal Buckingham Palace
0.5 km (0.3 mi)• 5 min walk
🏰
Westminster Palace Complex
1.2 km (0.7 mi)• 12 min walk

🏛️Museum

🏛️
National Portrait Gallery
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 8 min walk
🏛️
Churchill War Rooms Museum
0.6 km (0.4 mi)• 7 min walk

🎭Theatre

🎭
Royal Opera House Covent Garden
1.5 km (0.9 mi)• 15 min walk

📍Tourist Attraction

📍
London Eye Giant Wheel
1.8 km (1.1 mi)• 18 min walk
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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