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The Royal Horseguards, One Whitehall Place

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1 Whitehall Place, Westminster, London SW1A 2EJ, United Kingdom

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Historic luxury hotel in Westminster offering prestigious conference facilities overlooking the Thames near government buildings.

About This Venue

The Royal Horseguards, One Whitehall Place is a distinguished Victorian hotel located in the heart of Westminster, directly opposite the Ministry of Defence and overlooking the River Thames. This prestigious establishment offers exceptional conference and event facilities with capacity for up to 400 delegates across multiple elegant function rooms steeped in history. The hotel features period architecture combined with state-of-the-art technology, complimentary WiFi, and professional event management services. Strategically positioned at the centre of British government with Westminster Bridge, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament within walking distance, the venue provides an unparalleled location for high-profile corporate events and diplomatic functions. The hotel combines Victorian grandeur with contemporary luxury, offering fine dining restaurants, traditional bars, and luxurious accommodation. With its prime Westminster location, historic significance, and comprehensive conference facilities, The Royal Horseguards delivers exceptional venue experiences for prestigious conferences, government meetings, corporate events, and diplomatic receptions in the heart of political London.

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Indicative Budget

£9,000–£17,000

Typical day-delegate event for ~200 guests

Capacity (max)

400

Typical attendees

200

Per-head range

£45–£85

Currency

GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (200 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

400

Maximum Capacity

300

Theatre Style

400

Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room Name	Area (m²)	Theatre	Boardroom	U-Shape	Classroom
Gladstone Library	200	200	60	80	120
Room Overview Area:200 m² Capacity by Layout theatre Style Rows facing forward - ideal for presentations 200 boardroom Style Seats around table - meetings & discussions 60 u shape Style U-shaped tables - interactive workshops 80 classroom Style Rows of tables - training & education 120 💡 Need more details? Contact the venue directly for floor plans, availability, and pricing for Gladstone Library.
Lord Roberts Room	120	100	35	40	60
Room Overview Area:120 m² Capacity by Layout theatre Style Rows facing forward - ideal for presentations 100 boardroom Style Seats around table - meetings & discussions 35 u shape Style U-shaped tables - interactive workshops 40 classroom Style Rows of tables - training & education 60 💡 Need more details? Contact the venue directly for floor plans, availability, and pricing for Lord Roberts Room.
Whitehall Suite	150	120	40	50	80
Room Overview Area:150 m² Capacity by Layout theatre Style Rows facing forward - ideal for presentations 120 boardroom Style Seats around table - meetings & discussions 40 u shape Style U-shaped tables - interactive workshops 50 classroom Style Rows of tables - training & education 80 💡 Need more details? Contact the venue directly for floor plans, availability, and pricing for Whitehall Suite.
Thames View Room	80	70	25	30	45
Room Overview Area:80 m² Capacity by Layout theatre Style Rows facing forward - ideal for presentations 70 boardroom Style Seats around table - meetings & discussions 25 u shape Style U-shaped tables - interactive workshops 30 classroom Style Rows of tables - training & education 45 💡 Need more details? Contact the venue directly for floor plans, availability, and pricing for Thames View Room.

4 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 200 people

Features & Amenities

✓Free WiFi

✓AV Equipment

✓Thames Views

✓Restaurant

✓Bar

✓24-Hour Reception

✓Concierge Service

✓Historic Architecture

✓Government Security Clearance

✓Natural Light

✓Air Conditioning

✓Accessible

📐 Space Specifications

800

Total Space (m²)

3.5m

Ceiling Height

✓

Licensed Venue

Professional Hotel & Conference Centre space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site

🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

✓Projectors

✓LED screens

✓PA system

✓wireless microphones

✓video conferencing

✓stage lighting

✓Wi-Fi

✓flip charts

✓staging

🎯 Suitable For

📋Conferences

📋Corporate Events

📋Business Meetings

📋Training Sessions

📋Product Launches

📋Awards Ceremonies

📋Gala Dinners

♿ Accessibility

✓Wheelchair accessible ground floor areas✓Accessible toilet facilities✓Lift access to upper floors✓Accessible guest rooms available✓Hearing loop systems in meeting rooms✓Visual fire alarm systems✓Government security compliant

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Embankment Underground station 2 minutes walk (District, Circle, Northern and Bakerloo lines). Charing Cross railway station 4 minutes walk with national rail services. Westminster Underground 5 minutes walk. Excellent bus connections along Whitehall.

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

No on-site parking due to central Westminster location. NCP car parks within 300m. Limited street parking with restrictions. Valet parking service can be arranged for special events.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

28 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

300

theatre

boardroom

120

classroom

u shape

180

cabaret

400

reception

250

dining

200

banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?

Up to 400 guests for conferences, 300 for dinner events, multiple breakout rooms available

What AV equipment is available?

Full AV support including projectors, screens, sound systems, lighting, and technical assistance

Is catering available?

Comprehensive catering services from breakfast meetings to gala dinners, dietary requirements accommodated

Is there parking available?

Limited on-site parking, nearby public parking available, excellent public transport links

Location & Contact

📍 Address

1 Whitehall Place
Westminster
SW1A 2EJ, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreHistoric VenueLuxury HotelGovernment VenueDiplomatic Venue

Venue Location

1 Whitehall Place, Westminster, London, SW1A 2EJ

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 400 guests for conferences, 300 for dinner events, multiple breakout rooms available

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV support including projectors, screens, sound systems, lighting, and technical assistance

Q: Is catering available?

A: Comprehensive catering services from breakfast meetings to gala dinners, dietary requirements accommodated

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking, nearby public parking available, excellent public transport links

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰

Big Ben Clock Tower Westminster

0.3 km (0.2 mi)• 3 minutes walk

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Houses of Parliament Westminster Palace

0.4 km (0.25 mi)• 4 minutes walk

🏰

Westminster Abbey Royal Church

0.6 km (0.4 mi)• 6 minutes walk

🏰

London Eye Giant Observation Wheel

0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 8 minutes walk

🏛️Museum

🏛️

Churchill War Rooms Underground Museum

0.3 km (0.2 mi)• 3 minutes walk

🏛️

National Gallery Art Museum

0.6 km (0.4 mi)• 6 minutes walk

🏛️

Tate Britain Art Gallery

1.2 km (0.75 mi)• 12 minutes walk

🌳Gardens

🌳

St. James's Park Royal Gardens

0.5 km (0.3 mi)• 5 minutes 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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The Royal Horseguards, One Whitehall Place

About This Venue

Smart Event Journeys™ (coming soon)

Capacity

Meeting Rooms

Gladstone Library

Lord Roberts Room

Whitehall Suite

Thames View Room

Features & Amenities

📐 Space Specifications

🍽️ Food & Catering

Dietary Options

🎤 AV Equipment

🎯 Suitable For

♿ Accessibility

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

🅿️ Parking

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

👥 Capacity by Setup

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Location & Contact

📍 Address

🏷️ Categories

Venue Location

Get Directions

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

Q: What AV equipment is available?

Q: Is catering available?

Q: Is there parking available?

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏛️Museum

🌳Gardens

Frequently Asked Questions

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