Royal Hospital Chelsea
On the banks of the Thames in the heart of one of London’s most fashionable districts, the Royal Hospital Chelsea is a unique venue offering a number of historic and beautiful spaces to hire both inside and out. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, the Grade I heritage site is a spectacular venue for daytime and evening entertaining.
Commissioned by King Charles II and designed by Sir Christopher Wren over 300 years ago, the Hospital makes a beautiful venue for weddings, private, corporate and charity events. We also provide private parking, excellent approved suppliers to suit all budgets and a dedicated Events Team who do their utmost to ensure the success of your special occasion.
In addition, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that profits from venue hire at the Royal Hospital go towards securing a future for the heritage site and help fund care for the Chelsea Pensioners who live here.
Get in touch
0203 397 1446Royal Hospital Chelsea Enquiry Form
What this venue offers
- Meeting / Conference
- Dining / Reception
- Wedding / Celebration
- Seasonal Party
- Outdoor Space
Venue Spaces
The Great Hall
The State Apartments
Wren House
The Chapel
Ranelagh Gardens
The Great Hall
The Great Hall, designed by Sir Christopher Wren, is over 300 years old. Boasting an impressive mural of Charles II and original seventeenth century features, the beautiful Great Hall provides a truly unique backdrop for a wide variety of events including receptions, launches, award ceremonies and Dinners.
Capacity Chart
- Theatre 300
- Dining 180
- Reception 320
The State Apartments
The State Apartments are an elegant environment for a drinks reception or private dinner. Consisting of two rooms, the Council Chamber and the Ante Room, the Apartments have hosted Monarchs and other notable figures since the 1700’s.
Capacity Chart
- Cabaret 60
- Dining 60
- Reception 160
Wren House
Wren House offers magnificent views across the Royal Hospital’s gardens and out towards the Thames. Recently refurbished, it presents itself as a perfect space for more intimate gatherings and dinners or business meetings. With direct access to the South Grounds and Figure Court, it offers the flexibility of combining both an indoor and outdoor event.
Capacity Chart
- Theatre 30
- Dining 30
- Reception 50
The Chapel
The Chapel in the heart of Wren’s original buildings is ideal for concerts, music recitals, lectures and carol services as well as for wedding ceremonies and christenings. The Chapel, which features an impressive mural of The Resurrection by Sebastiano Ricci dating from 1714, is home to a professional choir whose services can also be engaged for events.
Capacity Chart
- Seated 320
Ranelagh Gardens
Ranelagh Gardens is one of London’s hidden gems. Tucked away in the extensive grounds of the Royal Hospital, these magical gardens provide an ideal outdoor space for a whole host of events, from theatrical productions to summer drinks receptions. Comprising both middle Ranelagh and Lower Ranelagh, both spaces are fantastic for a marquee event.
Capacity Chart
- Seated 200
- Standing 200
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