The Buffini Chao Deck is a versatile event space in central London which can be transformed into a striking, high-end venue for any type of event, party or celebration.

From large scale occasions to intimate celebrations and anything in between, our experienced event team will see to every stage of the planning, allowing you to sit back, enjoy the day and let everything unfold according to your vision. 

With London’s iconic skyline as your backdrop and views of the River Thames just below, the Buffini Chao Deck is a show-stopping setting for your event. Take it to the next level with our state-of-the-art lighting and AV, which has been specially designed and installed by the National Theatre’s Sound and Lighting departments.

We can offer a range of catering options to suit your requirements, from canapes and bowl food, to a seated lunch or dinner. For seated dining we can host up to 100 people on round tables, or up to 200 people for standing receptions. However, the Buffini Chao Deck is an adaptable space that can be set-up to suit your event and the venue capacity can vary accordingly. Standard furniture is included - if you have bespoke requirements, please let our team know!

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The Buffini Chao Deck empty interior with views north of the Thames

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The Buffini Chao Deck event hire space: the terrace at night with fairy lights and views towards St Paul's View from The Buffini Chao Deck at the National Theatre A selection of 3 different types of canapes, 8 of each, on black serviettes in a wooden tray being held by a waiter Takeaway tray of food The Buffini Chao Deck event hire space: the terrace with people and a poster announcing The Deck The Buffini Chao Deck event hire space: celebration setup with tables and flowers The Buffini Chao Deck event hire space: the terrace with people and views towards the city The terrace of the Buffini Chao Deck at night, looking east A small burger with mac 'n' cheese in a cardboard tray View from The Buffini Chao Deck at the National Theatre 8 small salad tubs with wooden utensils ina KERB branded wooden tray White-shirted waiters holding plates of roast beef dinner Vegetarian dish Canapes served by a waiter, holding a wooden tray, offering to two female customers Rows of canapes Two salad wraps, one being held, the other lying flat on a paper placemat in a steel tray A taco being dipped in a pot of salsa Rosted cauliflower in sauce Tables set for dinner with blue themed lighting effects Adding sauce to a vegetable-filled wrap in a take-away tray The Buffini Chao Deck event hire space: with flower arrangement suspended from ceiling Meat and salad wraps being made The Buffini Chao Deck event hire space: interior with bar and staff KERB-White Fish filet with chillies View from The Buffini Chao Deck at the National Theatre KERB mini-burgers in little boxes on a steel tray Roast beef dinner on a plate A wooden tray with 7 large canapes, each in individual carboard trays Small salad pots on a wooden tray held by a waiter Steak and fries Close-up photo of a man holding a small burger and cardboard tray. A white platter of canapes being held by a waiter White-shirted waiters holding plates of roast beef dinner Fish and Mussels in sauce The Buffini Chao Deck at the National Theatre, London Canapes at The Buffini Chao Deck at the National Theatre, London
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