Hampton Court Palace, Surrey KT8

For centuries, Hampton Court Palace has boldly and magnificently played host to gala celebrations, festive banquets and historic meetings. England’s most famous kings and queens, from Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn to William III and Mary II have dazzled audiences of ambassadors, courtiers, cardinals, artists and dignitaries with the grandeur and majesty of Hampton Court.

The Great Hall simply put is one of the most spectacular spaces in the country. It is England's last and greatest medieval hall, the place where royal residents dined with courtiers, entertained dignitaries and celebrated until the early hours beneath the magnificent hammer-beam ceiling. Now, you can hire this jaw-dropping venue for dinners, banquets and extra-special receptions.

Capacities: Dining 270 / Reception 400

The Cartoon Gallery was originally used as a meeting room for the Privy Council. It’s one of the largest of the palace's Georgian Rooms. Overlooking the charming fountains and colonnades of Fountain Court, the Cartoon Gallery gets its name from the Raphael masterworks that line the walls. These enchanting surroundings make it the perfect venue for a dinner to remember.

Capacities: Dining 200 / Reception 300

The King's Guard Room is a majestic space with stunning views out over the beautiful Privy Garden's, the walls shimmer with the swords, and muskets of the past. Guests access the room by ascending the spectacular King's Staircase, looking up at god's banquet on the ceiling above, a taste of what is to come!

Capacities: Dining 150 / Reception 200

The Orangery and Privy Gardens were originally designed as a private greenhouse for King William III. The marble sculptures, wood panelling and classic chequerboard floor tiles belie the room's original purpose and today the Orangery makes a timelessly elegant venue for drinks receptions. You'll also have exclusive use of the glorious Privy Gardens.

Capacities: Dining 150 / Reception 250

The Garden Room is a bright, airy 1920s-style orangery opening out into a walled garden reserved exclusively for you and your guests. Enjoy a champagne toast under the ancient trees before heading indoors for dinner. Available during the day, The Garden Room also makes an ideal base for groups wanting to explore the palace and have lunch in an extremely private and peaceful setting.

Capacities: Theatre 250 / Dining 180 / Reception 300

Little Banqueting House is one of the most picturesque spaces in Hampton Court Palace, ideal for intimate celebrations. Set peacefully amid the palace gardens, exquisite Little Banqueting House affords beautiful views of the Thames, as well as the splendid Tudor and Baroque architecture of the palace itself.

Capacities: Dining 50 / Reception 80

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