General Enquiries: 020 7071 5011
Events : 020 7071 5009
entertaining@searcys.co.uk
30 St Mary Axe is the address. The Gherkin is what most people call it due to its striking architectural design. Designed by world renowned Norman Foster and Partners it is one of London’s most unique and prestigious London landmarks. Searcys have been the dedicated onsite caterer since the building opening in 2004.
This is an iconic experience not to be missed. The view from the glass dome at the top of the building is simply breath-taking. A real feast for the senses. If the view is the starter then the main course is the five star catering service. The Gherkin at 180m tall and based in the heart of the City, offers guests with unforgettable views of some of the world’s most famous landmarks. Searcys operate the top 3 floors of the building as an exclusive private members club, unique restaurant and bar; with private dining rooms to hire and event space called Searcys|The Gherkin available for non-members.
Searcys private member club at The Gherkin is the highest private members club in London and offers each guest a personalised service from the Club’s dedicated concierge. Members have exclusive access to the stylish club lounge to conduct informal meetings, work on their laptops or simply unwind and enjoy the exceptional all day menu. Members and tenants of the building have sole access to the fine-dining restaurant, unique cocktail bar and prestigious champagne bar – if your name’s not on the list, then you can’t come in to the best London private members club.
The only way to enjoy the exciting food, exquisite wines and outstanding service without becoming a member is to hire the Restaurant and Bar space for an event, or to host an intimate meeting or dinner in one of our exceptional private dining rooms.
In 2011 the Gherkin won the “COOL venue awards”, judged by a panel of well-known and successful figures in the events industry. The awards focus on venues that have “Charisma, Originality, Style, Innovation, Sex Appeal, Authenticity, and Uniqueness”. And we have it in abundance! The unique event space is perfect for professional breakfast meetings, entertaining clients, launching a product or hire the contemporary space on a weekend for a wedding or civil partnership, for an elegant and unusual start to married life!