About St. James' Courtyard
Our Victorian fountain serves as the centerpiece of St. James' Courtyard, where water dances beneath the world's longest Shakespearean sylvan frieze that wraps around this hidden London gem. The courtyard sits within St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, just footsteps from Buckingham Palace and St James' Park, with Westminster Cathedral and Big Ben nearby. We've watched countless celebrations unfold in this award-winning space, from grand wedding receptions with 200 guests gathered around the fountain to corporate dinners where executives network beneath the ornate Victorian architecture. The acoustics here are particularly special - conversations flow naturally despite the open-air setting, and evening events take on a magical quality as uplighting illuminates the historic frieze. For smaller gatherings, we often recommend our rooftop terrace that overlooks the courtyard below. Cascading ivy frames this more intimate space where 15 to 30 guests can dine al fresco while enjoying views across Westminster. Board meetings here feel less like work and more like a retreat, especially when paired with our afternoon tea service. Our kitchen team crafts menus featuring world cuisine - from delicate canapés during cocktail receptions to full three-course dinners for seated events. The bar specializes in curated cocktails that complement each season, though our signature gin selection remains popular year-round for networking events. Working with our dedicated events team, we help coordinate everything from AV equipment for presentations to floral arrangements that complement the existing greenery. The courtyard's versatility means we've hosted morning yoga sessions, evening jazz performances, product launches, and milestone birthday celebrations - each taking advantage of this peaceful pocket in central London. Theatre-goers appreciate our proximity to the West End, while business guests value easy access to Westminster's government offices.
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Meeting Rooms
Executive Boardroom (New..) · From 9 to 16 people
£706
George V (New..) · From 6 to 25 people
£168
Edward VIII (New..) · From 6 to 30 people
£1,512
George VI (New..) · From 8 to 35 people
£1,764
Event Spaces & Function Rooms
The Terrace (New..) · From 15 to 30 people
£1,792
Edwardian II (New..) · From 12 to 50 people
£3,547
The Courtyard (New..) · From 12 to 200 people
£10,080
Edwardian I (New..) · From 36 to 300 people
£5,600
Amenities
Cloakroom
Outside space
Speakers
Air conditioning
DJ facilities
Evening reception facilities
Reception
Microphone
Breakout spaces (shared)
Wireless Internet Access
Conferencing Phone
Accessibility
Menu
Food And DrinkPrice
Location
St. James's Park · 3 minutes
London Victoria · 8 minutes
Victoria · 6 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:All Day
Tuesday:All Day
Wednesday:All Day
Thursday:All Day
Friday:All Day
Saturday:All Day
Sunday:All Day
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