Venue Hire News

Play Together works on display in the CUTE exhibition

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19 Feb 2024

CUTE - Our new space for events

We launch event packages for our new hot ticket show CUTE.

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Venue Hire event in the Embankment Galleries

Article

14 Dec 2023

Somerset House highlights ‘Tribe & Trusted’ as key measure of success for brand activations

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Article

06 Mar 2023

Diary Opens for Events in the Embankment Galleries

For the first time in years, the largest internal space within our neo-classical riverside venue at the heart of the capital, will be available for commercial events and private hire.

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05 Sep 2022

Our Search for Sustainable, Inclusive and Diverse Suppliers

We are inviting businesses to apply to become an accredited supplier for commercial events at Somerset House

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Article

17 Dec 2021

Somerset House Confirms Partnership with Light Motif

Following a re-tender process of our audio-visual companies, we are delighted to announce that Light Motif have won the two-year contract to provide services for our new day delegate rate packages.

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Dodge at Somerset House, showing bumper cars and passengers in the courtyard

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11 Jun 2021

Somerset House Bring the Fun Back to Business with DODGE: Drink, Dine & Dodgems

From mid-July, the events industry will see an explosion of fun and good times once again at Somerset House.

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22 Apr 2021

Summer Culture Beckons on the River Terrace

From May, the River Terrace at Somerset House will be open for events, culture and corporate hospitality.

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01 Dec 2020

1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair successfully welcomed over 2,000 visitors to Somerset House

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27 Oct 2020

Somerset House Launches Team Building Packages

We are bringing a sense of community back to the world by launching an antidote to the lack of human business interaction.

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02 Sep 2020

Somerset House Opens for Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions

Until the end of March 2021, once again our iconic Neo-Classical venue overlooking the Thames is now available for wedding ceremonies and receptions.

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19 Aug 2020

We’re Good to Go! Opening Safely with Visit England Accreditation

We are now open for small events and to the public.

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A photo of Somerset House against a backdrop of blue skies.

Article

20 May 2020

A Shout Out To Our Sustainable Suppliers

Our accredited suppliers are leading the way in the events industry.

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A photo of the roof of Somerset House with blue skies

Article

06 May 2020

Preparing for a Successful and Sustainable Event: 5 Tips To Get You Started

We share with you our ways to ensure that your event at Somerset House is as sustainable as it can be.

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A photo of Somerset House courtyard at twilight, with fountains on.

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22 Apr 2020

The 50th Anniversary of Earth Day at Somerset House

To mark the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, join us as we celebrate with a range of free interactive events online, exploring how art and culture can inspire positive action in relation to the current ecological crisis.

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02 Apr 2020

The Commercial Events Team Brings Somerset House to You…

We may all be working remotely for the time being, but this doesn't mean you can't still view our beautiful building and wonderful venue spaces.

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13 Mar 2020

Clement Worrall provide a delicious offering for River Terrace events

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09 Mar 2020

A New Collaborative Programme for 2020

We have recently announced a full programme of exhibitions and events throughout the year which organisers can combine into events as a cultural curtain-raiser or use as a stand-alone reception.

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25 Feb 2020

Commercial event activity underpins our diverse cultural programme

Somerset House generated over £2 million through its commercial events activity last year.

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14 Feb 2020

Somerset House Launches Summer Event Offers

We have launched our inaugural summer events packages for the iconic River Terrace, an exceptional location to host your summer event.

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23 Dec 2019

Reflecting on a successful 2019 for Commercial Events

We have seen a significant increase in multi-day events for big brands during the first nine months of the 2019/2020 financial year, compared to the same period in 2018/2019.

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02 Dec 2019

Embankment Galleries: Exclusive Availability

We are delighted to announce that the Embankment Galleries will be available for private hire for an exclusive period from 23 March – 30 April 2020.

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13 Nov 2019

Skate takes centre stage at Somerset House

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Skate at Somerset House will once again offer event planners an inspiring, fun and creative option for their 2019 Christmas celebrations.

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Douglas Coupland's Slogans for the 21st Century (2011-Present) at 247 at Somerset House (c) Stephen Chung for Somerset House

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08 Nov 2019

Opening 24/7 exhibition to meetings and events market

Somerset House’s newest exhibition explores our inability to switch off from our 24/7 culture through a series of immersive works by some of today’s most exciting global artists.

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