Looking for a memorable venue to hire for your event?
From private drinks receptions and intimate dinners, to company meetings, Christmas parties and team away days, we have a range of flexible spaces available to hire.
Explore our spaces below and fill in the enquiry form below to receive our rate card and book a site visit.
The Ellis Room
Capacity: dining 16 | standing 35
This grand room, with artwork celebrating the theatre’s history, is perfect for daytime meetings and canapé receptions.
In prime position between the Stalls and Dress Circle, the charming and intimate Ellis Room features a piano and artwork celebrating the history of ENO and the London Coliseum.
Ideal for: daytime meetings, canapé receptions and private dining.
NB no step-free access.
The American Bar
Capacity: lounge seating 35 | standing 120
A warmly-lit flexible bar space for larger receptions, with private access from the main entrance.
Features original Edwardian oak panelling, antique mirrors and private bar.
Ideal for: larger drinks receptions for up to 120 guests.
Adelaide's Bar
Capacity: lounge seating 25 | standing 40
A cosy room with a private bar, ideal for sparkling receptions and casual drinks.
A two-level private space with soft lighting and comfortable plush seating. This intimate space is tucked away with easy access to the Stalls level.
Ideal for: casual drinks or a sparkling reception for small groups, especially combined with Stalls tickets.
NB no step-free access
Sky Bar
Capacity: dining 40 | standing 150 | plus Balcony Bar 300
A large open bar area with views of the London skyline, superb for large receptions and private dinners.
Originally designed as a tea room, this beautiful space is named for its glass ceiling with its views of the iconic Coliseum rooftop globe.
Ideal for: exclusive drinks receptions on performance nights or combined with the Sky Bar Boardroom and Balcony Bar for larger events.
Sky Bar Boardroom
Capacity: dining 16 | standing 30 | boardroom 25
A light and charming room overlooking St Martin’s Lane, ideal for daytime meetings and small receptions.
A partitioned off boardroom adjoining The Sky Bar, this charming room features the theatre’s original antique lift gate and French doors overlooking St. Martin’s Lane.
Ideal for: daytime meetings, canapé receptions and private dining experiences
Royal Retiring Room
Capacity: dining 10 | standing 25
A grand private room situated behind the Royal Box for intimate dinners and private meetings.
Originally built for the Royal Family, enjoy privacy and a sense of grandeur.
Showcasing Edwardian period details, from the beautiful floor to the mirrored ceiling, this room has a private washroom and direct access to the Royal Box and Dress Circle and easy access to the Stalls.
Ideal for: private meetings and hosting VIP guests.
NB no step-free access
Balcony Bar
Capacity: dining 45 | standing 150 | plus Sky Bar 300
A large and flexible space on our top floor, perfect for conferences, performances, and away-days.
Hire of this space includes use of the Clore Space and Trafalgar Room, and leads directly into the top level of our iconic auditorium.
This space can be exclusively hired when the theatre is empty, and can be combined with the Sky Bar for larger events.
Ideal for: drinks receptions, conferences, and panel events.
Trafalgar Room & Clore Space
Capacity: dining 16 | standing 45 | boardroom 20
A quiet and hidden space looking out over Trafalgar Square, a stunning backdrop for meetings and receptions.
Throughout the day both spaces are flooded with natural light. In the evening the backdrop of the twinkling cityscape brings the rooms to life.
The Trafalgar Room is a warm and welcoming space with a grand piano and views of the iconic Nelson’s Column. The adjoining Clore Space boasts a secret Juliette balcony overlooking the Sky Bar and has bi-fold doors to close it off from the main Balcony Bar space.
Ideal for: breakfast or lunch meetings, private parties and informal evening receptions.
The Harewood Room
Capacity: dining 4 | standing 6 | plus The Snug 15 guests (standing)
An ornate and exclusive space with a private washroom, ideal for intimate drinks and dinners.
This intimate space originally designed for the Royals, features a snug, a private washroom and unrivalled access to the Stalls.
Ideal for: for intimate and romantic private dining and smaller drinks receptions.
Catering
Our catering partner Benugo will work with you to create a magical event, serving up anything from canapés to three course dinners. All dietary requirements catered for including vegan and vegetarian options.
Download our brochure for a flavour of our menus.
Autumn/winter 2025 hospitality brochure
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