Royal Academy of arts

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Host an exceptional event at the Royal Academy of Arts, one of London’s most iconic cultural institutions, located at Burlington House in the heart of Mayfair.

Combining historic architecture, world-class galleries and distinctive event spaces, the Royal Academy of Arts provides an inspiring setting for corporate events, drinks receptions, private dining, dinners, meetings and conferences.

Heritage Portfolio delivers exceptional food, drink and hospitality experiences at the Royal Academy of Arts, creating event catering designed to complement the setting and make every occasion memorable.

From intimate dinners and client entertaining to receptions for hundreds of guests, our team creates food and hospitality experiences tailored around your event.

Perfect for

Conferences
Dinners
Meetings
Private Dining
Receptions

Location Details

Burlington House, Mayfair

London

WJ1 0BD

020 7300 5762

Train

Piccadilly Circus - 0.2 miles

Nearest Airport

London City Airport

Parking

Yes (booking required)

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Rooms

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Room Details

300

100

Set within Burlington House, the John Madejski Fine Rooms are a collection of six opulent adjoining rooms, surrounded by works from the RA Collection. An elegant and quintessentially RA setting, the rooms provide a memorable backdrop for private dining, corporate receptions, lunches and special events in central London.

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Best For

Receptions
Dinners
Conferences

Room Details

An intimate event space within the Royal Academy of Arts, the General Assembly Room is ideal for smaller gatherings where exclusivity and atmosphere are important. With capacity for up to 50 guests for a reception or 40 for dining, it lends itself particularly well to private dinners, intimate receptions and corporate entertaining

Best For

Dinners
Receptions
Private Dining

Room Details

250

120

The Collection Gallery offers the opportunity to entertain guests surrounded by treasures from the RA Collection, including a sixteenth-century copy of Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper. The RA makes the gallery available for breakfasts and evening events, creating a distinctive setting for entertaining within one of London's most recognised cultural institutions

Best For

Dinners
Private Dining
Receptions

Room Details

Light-filled and moments from the galleries, the Academicians’ Room is a characterful club room and a favourite haunt of Royal Academicians. It is available for private breakfast functions throughout the week and exclusive evening events offering a more intimate choice for entertaining at the RA.

Best For

Private Dining
Dinners

Room Details

450

250

The Royal Academy of Arts can also provide a spectacular backdrop for larger events among its world-renowned galleries.

Best For

Dinners

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Event space	Reception / standing	Seated dining	Theatre style
Main Galleries	800	Dependent on exhibition and layout	–
Summer Exhibition, Burlington House	750	–	–
Gallery 3	450	250	–
John Madejski Fine Rooms	300*	100	–
Collection Gallery	250	120	–
Benjamin West Lecture Theatre	–	–	220
General Assembly Room	50	40	40
Academicians’ Room	By arrangement	By arrangement	–

Where is the Royal Academy of Arts?

The Royal Academy of Arts is located at Burlington House in Mayfair, London, in the heart of London's West End.

Can you hire the Royal Academy of Arts for events?

Yes. The Royal Academy of Arts offers spaces for corporate events, parties, receptions, weddings and other occasions.

Who provides event catering at the Royal Academy of Arts?

Heritage Portfolio can provide event catering and hospitality at the Royal Academy of Arts, with food and drink experiences created around the event, guests and setting.

How many guests can the Royal Academy of Arts accommodate?

The Fine Rooms accommodate up to 300 guests for a reception or 100 for dining, while the General Assembly Rooms accommodate up to 50 for a reception or 40 for dining.

Can I host a private dinner at the Royal Academy of Arts?

Yes. Heritage Portfolio identifies both dinners and private dining among the event types suited to the Royal Academy of Arts.

Can I hold a corporate event at the Royal Academy of Arts?

Yes. The venue promotes its spaces for corporate events, receptions and entertaining, including the 220-seat Benjamin West Lecture Theatre for talks, conferences and performances.

How do I enquire about an event at the Royal Academy of Arts?

Tell us your preferred date, guest numbers and the type of experience you're planning, and the team can help you explore your event and catering requirements.

View our sample menus

Gluten free menu and dietary requirements available on request