10-11 Carlton House Terrace

Step into No.10 Reception and you’ll be greeted by a grand three-flight black marble staircase which leads to an opulent chandelier and intricately-detailed ceiling. The impressive and versatile space can be used for a range of events and makes for an ideal location for reception drinks. For classic English beauty, look no further than No.11’s entrance and lobby. The inviting space is decorated in Wedgwood blue with high ceilings and a period fireplace and carpeted staircase leading to the Gallery on the first floor. It’s a warm and welcoming space to meet and greet guests or as a setting for drinks and dancing. For grand events, hire both No.10 and No.11 together for wow factor that will leave your guests talking for months.

The light-filled Wolfson Room is the venue's largest room and features beautiful brass chandeliers and period detail throughout, as well as magnificent views of some of the city’s landmarks. The adjoining Gallery space is included in the hire of the Wolfson Room and displays fine artwork from the collection of The British Academy. It’s a light and refreshing space for break out sessions.

A choice of rooms is available for your event, giving you complete flexibility depending on your guest numbers. The enormous bay windows of the Council Room make it a grand and spacious room filled with light, while the Lecture Room features an ornate yet unfinished Trompe l’oeil painted ceiling. The S T Lee Reading Room and Library Room are impressive spaces with archways and artworks, and floor-to-ceiling bookcases that stretch along the walls. The Mall Room is a bright, double-aspect room featuring major pieces from the academy’s art collection hanging along its walls, as well as gold chandeliers from a majestic corniced ceiling. The Music Room is a beautifully elegant space that brings the ‘wow’ factor to any event. All rooms feature stunning period details throughout and can accommodate 80-90 standing guests.

For smaller affairs of up to 60 guests standing or 14-26 boardroom style, you may choose the Marks Room, Burlington Room or Cornwall Room. Marks Room is a light-filled and practical room with large windows overlooking the Duke of York’s Column and Steps. The Burlington Room is an intimate space that can be hired on its own or as a more versatile space alongside the adjoining Cornwall Room to create a suite.