Dinners can be hosted in the Blavatnik Fine Rooms, part of the Second Floor Galleries. The elegantly restored Blavatnik Fine Rooms showcase some of the greatest and most – loved works from The Courtauld’s Collection from the Renaissance through to the 18th Century. A major highlight is Botticelli’s large – scale The Trinity With Saints, also featuring a room dedicated to works by Peter Paul Rubens, and a comprehensive collection of decorative arts including ornate ceramics.
Three of the most prominent artistic, scientific and historical societies had their meeting rooms in these spaces – the Royal Academy, Royal Society and Society of Antiquaries. The architect of Somerset House, William Chambers, was a founding member of the Royal Academy and made sure its rooms on this floor were sumptuously decorated with stunning ceilings, beautiful fireplaces and ornate door handles.
The Courtauld Gallery can accommodate 40 guests on a single long table or 60 based on 6 round tables.
The Courtauld offers a range of elegant event spaces within its renowned galleries. The LVMH Great Room, located on the third floor, is a spectacularly restored space housing masterpieces from The Courtauld’s world-renowned Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections, including iconic works by Manet, Van Gogh, and Cézanne. Formerly the Royal Academy’s Summer Exhibition venue, the LVMH Great Room provides a stunning setting for memorable events.
Adjacent to the Denise Coates Exhibition Galleries, it’s perfect for receptions with private views of major exhibitions. For smaller, more informal gatherings, the Art Café on the ground floor offers a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere, inspired by the Bloomsbury Group, ideal for breakfast events paired with private exhibition views.
During the warmer months, The Courtauld Terrace provides an intimate outdoor space in the Somerset House courtyard, ideal for spring or summer receptions. Events can be hosted on a single floor or across the entire Gallery, with access to one of the world’s most impressive collections of Impressionist art.
