Spencer House
Spencer House has 4 meeting/event spaces for 25–80 delegates (theatre), largest: Great Room (80).
- Up to 200 delegates
- 4 meeting spaces
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4 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Room | 80 | — | 24 | 50 | 30 | — | — | 120 |
| Palm Room | 60 | — | 20 | 40 | 24 | — | — | 90 |
| Painted Room | 50 | — | 16 | 30 | 20 | — | — | 75 |
| Anteroom | 25 | — | 12 | 18 | 14 | — | — | 40 |
At a glance
Spencer House is London's most magnificent 18th-century aristocratic palace, built between 1756-1766 for the first Earl Spencer. This Grade I listed building features nine state rooms with original period interiors, including the famous Palm Room and Great Room. Located in prestigious St. James's, the venue offers exclusive hire for corporate events, private dining, receptions, and meetings. The palace combines historical grandeur with modern event facilities, accommodating intimate boardroom meetings to grand receptions for up to 200 guests. With its stunning architecture, period furnishings, and prime central London location, Spencer House provides an unparalleled setting for distinguished events.
Best suited for
- Corporate Events
- Private Dinners
- Exclusive Receptions
- Product Launches
- Awards Ceremonies
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
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Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Historic Architecture
- Period Interiors
- Exclusive Hire
- Catering Kitchen
- AV Equipment Available
- Central London Location
- Grade I Listed
- Private Garden
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Limited wheelchair access due to historic building constraints
- Some step-free areas available
Location & getting there
27 St. James's Place, London, SW1A 1NR, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Spencer House is a verified historic private palace in London, hosting up to 200 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Historic, Corporate, Networking. Verified on-site: av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, corporate conferences and board meetings, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
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- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Quality score 95/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Spencer House have?
Spencer House has 4 meeting and event spaces in London, seating up to 80 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Spencer House's largest event space?
The largest event space at Spencer House is Great Room, with a maximum capacity of 80 guests.
What conference facilities does Spencer House offer?
Spencer House offers Historic Architecture, Period Interiors, Exclusive Hire, Catering Kitchen, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 4 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests for receptions, 120 for seated dinners across multiple historic rooms
What AV equipment is available?
Professional AV equipment available including sound system and lighting suitable for historic setting
Is catering available?
Exclusive catering partners provide fine dining and premium service
Is there parking available?
Limited on-street parking, recommend taxi/chauffeur service due to central London location
About Spencer House
Spencer House is London's most magnificent 18th-century aristocratic palace, built between 1756-1766 for the first Earl Spencer. This Grade I listed building features nine state rooms with original period interiors, including the famous Palm Room and Great Room. Located in prestigious St. James's, the venue offers exclusive hire for corporate events, private dining, receptions, and meetings. The palace combines historical grandeur with modern event facilities, accommodating intimate boardroom meetings to grand receptions for up to 200 guests. With its stunning architecture, period furnishings, and prime central London location, Spencer House provides an unparalleled setting for distinguished events.
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