The State Apartments at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, featuring historic portraits, a decorative fireplace and original wood panelling.

The State Apartments

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The State Apartments

The State Apartments are comprised of two sumptuous adjoining rooms; the Ante Room and Council Chamber.

Decorated with 300-year-old paintings of important figures in the Royal Hospital’s creation, this space is ideal for drinks receptions, civil ceremonies, formal dinners and more.

Available Hours:

  • All day hire:
    • 9am - 12am daily
  • Daytime only hire:
    • Supplier access from: 09:00
    • Guest access from: 10:00
    • Guest departure by: 16:00
    • Supplier departure by: 17:00
  • Evening only hire:
    • Supplier access from: 16:00
    • Guest access from: 18:00
    • Guest departure by: 23:00
    • Supplier departure by: 00:00

Full & multiple day hire by request. Figure Court only available until 21:00, guests must move inside after this time.

The Council Chamber

Ante Room

Entrance to the State Apartments at the Royal Hospital Chelsea decorated with floral arrangements for an event.

Venue Details:

Capacity:

Council Chamber only

  • Standing: 100
  • Seated: 60

Ante Room + Council Chamber

  • Standing: 160
  • Seated: 60

Facilities:
Modern AV systems including:

  • Large High Definition TV 
  • Vdeo conferencing facilities.

Restrictions:

  • Acoustic music only - no amplified music allowed inside.
  • No music after 21:00 inside or outside.

Best suited for: