Exclusive Hire Level 38 at Searcys at The Gherkin

Event Space in a Restaurant · Private space

  82 reviews  – 
30 St Mary Axe, City of London, London, EC3A 8EP –
Aldgate Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 100
seats
Up to 130
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The five private dining rooms situated on level 38 of The Gherkin offer stunning views across London with floor to ceiling windows. Here, private dining is both refined and secluded, offering a privileged perspective to impress your guests.

The recently refurbished private dining rooms are ideal for business events and celebratory dining in the heart of the City. Designed with flexibility in mind, whole floor bookings allow for large gatherings of up to 130 guests.

Events, private dinners and conferences are lavishly catered for with bespoke breakfast, lunch and dinner menus that bring to life Searcys' passion for British produce and seasonality.

Event offers and packages

Package per person

BREAKFAST PACKAGE
A package of £75.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of a private dining room from 8am-11am
• Continental Breakfast
• 3 hours of unlimited tea coffee, orange juice and water
• Basic AV package

LUNCH PACKAGE
A package of £99.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of a private dining room from 12:00-16:30
• Arrival cocktail or glass of prosecco
• Three-course seated lunch
• ½ bottle of wine per guest
• Water

DINNER PACKAGE
A package of £140.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of a private dining room from 18:00-22:00
• Arrival cocktail or glass of prosecco
• Nibbles
• Three-course seated dinner with a cheeseboard
• Coffee, tea and petit fours
• ½ bottle of wine per guest
• Water

RECEPTION PACKAGE
A package of £90.00 per person plus VAT
• Exclusive hire of a private dining room from 18:00-22:00
• Two hours of unlimited house wine, bottled beer and soft drinks
• A selection of canapes
• A selection of bowl food

Minimum numbers apply.

Wedding Offers

Wedding Package
£255 per person
Priced at £255 +VAT per guest

I N C L U D E S :
• Exclusive hire of Helix and Iris (level 39 and 40) from 2pm-11pm
• Two glasses of sparkling wine on arrival
• 5 canapés per person three course meal followed by coffee and petit fours
• A champagne toast (soft alternative available)
• Half a bottle of house wine per person
• Half a bottle of mineral water per person
• Event management, staff and security
• Complimentary menu tasting for wedding couple

Minimum numbers: 80
Maximum numbers for Ceremony: 130
Maximum numbers for Evening Reception: 260

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 22:00
from £90–£168 per person
Per morning
8:00 – 11:00
from £90 per person
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £119 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £168 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Minimum numbers apply. Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Tuesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £90–£168 per person
Per morning
8:00 – 11:00
from £90 per person
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £119 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £168 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Minimum numbers apply. Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Wednesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £90–£168 per person
Per morning
8:00 – 11:00
from £90 per person
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £119 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £168 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Minimum numbers apply. Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Thursday
8:00 – 22:00
from £90–£168 per person
Per morning
8:00 – 11:00
from £90 per person
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £119 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £168 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Minimum numbers apply. Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Friday
8:00 – 22:00
from £90–£168 per person
Per morning
8:00 – 11:00
from £90 per person
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £119 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £168 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Minimum numbers apply. Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Saturday
8:00 – 22:00
from £90–£168 per person
Per morning
8:00 – 11:00
from £90 per person
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £119 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £168 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Minimum numbers apply. Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Sunday
8:00 – 22:00
from £90–£168 per person
Per morning
8:00 – 11:00
from £90 per person
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:30
from £119 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £168 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Minimum numbers apply. Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.
Mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
Pricing updated by venue 7 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 130
Dining
up to 100
Theatre
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 70

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
Approved caterers only
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Natural light
Projector
Whiteboard
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available
Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

We suggest working from our recommended suppliers list which includes a fantastic range of entertainment, photographers, AV and technical equipment suppliers and production. External suppliers (ie florists/ av/ musicians) are subject to a supplier fee.

External catering is not permitted.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(82 reviews and ratings - )

JN
Jenna N.
December 2023
Corporate Event · 20 guests
Thoroughly pleased with our event at Searcy's, The Gherkin. Perfect service from start to finish, excellent food and very impressive venue. Would highly recommend.
5.0
GC
Gianluca C.
September 2024
Excellent communication
5.0
CL
Carys L.
September 2024
Excellent communication
5.0

About Searcys at The Gherkin

There are few spots on the London landscape as striking as our special venue. Pair high-end design with vintage cuvees and contemporary cooking, all while enjoying panoramic views from the top three levels of one of London's most iconic skyscrapers.

The top two floors of this breathtaking venue can be hired exclusively for breakfast conferences, celebratory dining and evening receptions. The exclusive hire of Helix and Iris is ideal for events up to 260 guests.

For smaller and more intimate events, the five private dining rooms on level 38 offer unforgettable views of the London skyline. Designed with flexibility in mind, the cloud-inspired rooms can be booked individually or can be combined to fit your occasion. The private dining rooms are ideal for targetted conferences, meetings, networking and dinners for up to 60, whilst whole floor bookings allow for events up to 130 guests.

Events at the venue are lavishly catered for with bespoke breakfast, lunch and dinner menus that bring to life passion for British produce and seasonality.

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