Banqueting House
About
Created by Inigo Jones, the Banqueting House was the first building in England to be designed in a Palladian style and was finished in 1622 for James I. It is most famous for the execution of Charles I, which took place there in 1649.
Throughout its history, the Banqueting House has played host to parliamentary receptions, investitures and ennoblements, all of which took place beneath the breathtaking canvases of Peter Paul Rubens. The Undercroft was originally designed as a drinking den for James I and a place where he could escape the rigours of public life.
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Prices and opening times
Child Ticket | Free |
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Adult Ticket | From £7.50 per ticket |
Concession is for full time student 16 and over and over 60s. Children up to 15 years are free of charge. All prices are exempt of VAT.
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Opening Times
Banqueting House is closed until further notice but is open for private events and weddings. We apologise for any disappointment this may cause.
Facilities & Accessibility
- Access Inside Building Facilities
- Effective lighting throughout for visually impaired users
- Ramps within building
- Some routes suitable for wheelchair users
- Steps within building
- Accessible Communication Facilities
- Information available in audio format
- Accessible Venue Facilities
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Level access, ramp or lift to the shop
- Staff available to assist
- Additional Accessible Facilities
- Level access, ramp or lift to information point
- Level access, ramp or lift to ticket issuing point
- Portable chip and pin machines
- Catering Facilities
- Private Dining
- Event Facilities
- Available for wedding receptions
- Breakout Rooms
- Civil Partnership licence held
- Conference rooms / Meeting rooms
- Licenced for civil marriages
- Offers charity rates
- General Facilities
- Free WiFi