The Gherkin London Events & Parties
Where better to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or bachelorette than in one of the private dining rooms of The Gherkin? Treat your guests to delicious menus paired with vintage cuvée in the midst of arresting city views. You could book single rooms, double rooms or even the entire 38th floor. Full floor hire is available on request.
Alternatively, pick Helix Restaurant and Iris Bar (Levels 39 & 40) exclusively for summer parties and celebrations. Ideal for champagne brunches, drinks receptions, luncheons and dinner parties.
Highlights of The Gherkin London Events & Parties:
- Birthday party, hens party, baby shower and Christmas party packages available
- Packages for 20 guests or more from Friday to Sunday
- Work with specialist event planners
- Exclusive hire of Levels 39 & 40 available
- Hire one room or group two private dining rooms for your event
- Alcohol and entertainment license
Capacity
Up to
260
Standing 
Up to
140
Dining 
Up to
140
Theatre 
Up to
70
Cabaret Facilities
In-house Catering
Dry Hire
In-house Catering & Dry Hire
Sit Down
Cocktail
Food Stations
Shared Platters
Spaces At This Venue
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Levels 39+40 - Helix & Iris
Helix restaurant on Level 39 of The Gherkin is famed for its contemporary British menus and panoramic city views. When combined with Iris Bar on Level 40, together they present stunning opportunities for events like wedding receptions and seated dinners for a maximum of 260 and 140 guests respectively. Natural light floods both levels during the day lending a fresh, contemporary vibe. After sundown and as the rest of the city lights up, the space assumes a more dramatic character.
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Level 40 - Iris Bar
The Iris Bar on Level 40 of The Gherkin is the ultimate cocktail bar. Count on the bar’s mixologists to whip up delicious cocktails using fresh ingredients and fine liquors as you enjoy a 360-degree view of London. The expansive bar with a domed glass ceiling can be hired exclusively for corporate events, seasonal parties, wedding receptions or even award evenings. Iris Bar can also be hired semi-exclusively for a reception-style event with 70 guests.
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Level 38 - Private Event Spaces
On Level 38 are five smaller private dining rooms that can be hired individually, grouped in pairs, or even, as an entire takeover of all five depending on the size of your guest list. Named loftily after different cloud formations - Cirrus, Nimbus, Cumulus, Stratus and Alto - the rooms cater for a range of celebrations from board meetings, five-course feasts and Champagne brunches to intimate wedding dinners, Christmas dos and business breakfasts.
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Helix restaurant on Level 39 of The Gherkin is famed for its contemporary British menus and panoramic city views. When combined with Iris Bar on Level 40, together they present stunning opportunities for events like wedding receptions and seated dinners for a maximum of 260 and 140 guests respectively. Natural light floods both levels during the day lending a fresh, contemporary vibe. After sundown and as the rest of the city lights up, the space assumes a more dramatic character.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 260Dining: 0 - 140
Theatre: 0 - 140
Cabaret: 0 - 70
Features
Wi-FiFlatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Accessible venue
Dance floor
The Iris Bar on Level 40 of The Gherkin is the ultimate cocktail bar. Count on the bar’s mixologists to whip up delicious cocktails using fresh ingredients and fine liquors as you enjoy a 360-degree view of London. The expansive bar with a domed glass ceiling can be hired exclusively for corporate events, seasonal parties, wedding receptions or even award evenings. Iris Bar can also be hired semi-exclusively for a reception-style event with 70 guests.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 160Dining: 0 - 140
Theatre: 0 - 140
Cabaret: 0 - 70
Features
Wi-FiFlatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Accessible venue
Dance floor
On Level 38 are five smaller private dining rooms that can be hired individually, grouped in pairs, or even, as an entire takeover of all five depending on the size of your guest list. Named loftily after different cloud formations - Cirrus, Nimbus, Cumulus, Stratus and Alto - the rooms cater for a range of celebrations from board meetings, five-course feasts and Champagne brunches to intimate wedding dinners, Christmas dos and business breakfasts.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 60Dining: 0 - 50
Theatre: 0 - 60
Boardroom: 0 - 30
Features
Wi-FiFlatscreen TV
Flipchart
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Events Catering
Location
Nearby Hotels
- Leonardo Royal London City
- Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square
- The Ned
- Andaz London Liverpool Street
Nearby Restaurants
- Angler
- Kitty Hawk
- New Street Grill
- The Ivy City Garden
Nearby Parks
- Postman’s Park
- Bunhill Fields Burial Ground
- Altab Ali Park
- Mint Street Park
Nearby Attractions
- Tower of London
- Spitalfields Market
- Sky Garden
- Tower Bridge
Venue Testimonials
Cocktails at sunset was beautiful! The drinks were tasty, the service was outstanding and the view was spectacular.
Pamela Hicks
Its the most Dynamic looking building in the London’s skyline […] iconic and simple beautiful! […] stands out visually from every angle.
Yamma Asif
Had our Xmas party here and the staff were fabulous and accommodating from get go.
Pippa Cox
Frequently Asked Questions
Thanks to The Gherkin’s location in the city’s financial district, there are many hotels within close proximity for guests to pick and choose from.
- Leonardo Royal London City – Room prices from £149 per night
- Four Seasons Hotel London – Room prices from £455 per night
- The Ned – Room prices from £238 per night
Street parking is available around The Gherkin. Alternatively, park at the multi-storey car parks at Tower Hill, Middlesex Street & Buckle Street.
Modern British cooking is at the heart of all the menus at The Gherkin London. The ingredients are both responsibly sourced and sustainable. Vegan and vegetarian options are also available.
The Gherkin is a short drive from the City of London. It can also be easily reached via tube, train or bus. Aldgate and Fenchurch Street stations are a 3-minute walk while Liverpool Street and Bank stations are within a 5-minute walk from the building.
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