Searcys – Your Complete Guide
A Top London Caterer and Wedding & Events Company
Searcys is an esteemed luxury London restaurateur and wedding and events company with a long history of hosting luxury events and dining in London. Searcys have restaurants, bars and cafes in prized, historic London locations as well as one in Bath, they also host events and weddings across London. Searcys are famous for their afternoon tea, Champagne Bars and stunning event and wedding planning.
In operation for over 100 years, Searcys is a multi-million pound company with a reputation for excellence in both catering and event planning. Since its creation in 1847, Searcys has created events for celebrity and royal weddings and events, including royal coronations.
Leading Luxury London Catering and Events For Over 100 Years
Searcys aristocratic connections began from the very beginning because its founder, John Searcy was the Duke of Northumberland’s private confectioner and the Duke and Duchess even lent John Searcy money to start Searcys. The position of the Duke of Northumberland has always had extremely close ties to the British monarchy and Searcys soon received a royal warrant.
Quickly becoming the go-to caterer for the British aristocracy, event planning was added in 1870 when Searcys joined with the Tansley company who provided event furnishings. Officially becoming Searcy Tansley and Company, Searcys became Victorian Britain’s biggest luxury events company catering for high society and royalty. Today, Searcys is Britain’s oldest catering company.
Indulgence, Heritage, Quality & Trust
Prizing indulgence, heritage, quality, the personal touch and trust, Searcys proudly deliver special: events, seasonal food and carefully selected Champagne, cocktails and wine, creating sophisticated events that feel effortless. They plan and host well over 800 weddings and events every year.
Whether you want to find and enjoy a Searcys afternoon tea or Champagne Bar or hire a Searcys wedding and event space plus their event planning services, here's all you need to know about Searcys many locations in London plus one in Bath. As well as serving tea, each location has a busy calendar of events.
Searcys Afternoon Tea
Searcys have been serving afternoon tea since it was at the height of its popularity in the Victorian era so you can be sure any Searcys Champagne afternoon tea will be special. As the leading caterer for British royalty and aristocracy since Victorian times, you’re guaranteed an indulgent British afternoon tea that’s truly authentic.
You can look forward to: salt beef Reuben brioche buns, smoked salmon rolls with dill and fennel, Jersey fruit and plain scones with fruit preserves and clotted cream, passion fruit eclairs, yuzu chocolate tart, Moet and Chandon Champagne and more. Prices start from around £50 per person.
Searcys serve afternoon tea at:
- - The Pump Room, Stall Street in Bath.
Serving afternoon tea for over 200 years, Searcys Jane Austen Afternoon Tea at The Pump Room built in the Georgian era, is the perfect way to indulge in Bridgerton vibes and enjoy a luxurious afternoon in beautiful Georgian surroundings. Cucumber sandwiches, Battenburg slices, strawberry tarts, poached salmon and caper butter sandwiches, scones and more accompanied by live classical music are an experience to cherish.
The Jane Austen Afternoon Tea starts from £44.50 per person.
- The Gherkin in Bishopsgate, London Now Closed
Searcys afternoon tea in London
In London, you can also get Searcys cakes, coffee, tea, Champagne and more at: Searcys Horizon 22 Cafe, Battersea Power Station Champagne Bar and other Searcys’ venues. Look out too for Searcy’s pop up afternoon tea events which they do often, such as past ones at their St Pancras and Pall Mall venues. Or for a delicious British afternoon tea in London with a stunning view, head to Ting or Oblix at the Shard. Learn more about afternoon tea at the Shard.
Searcys Champagne Bars
Searcys have a knack for transforming spaces in famous, historic British buildings into beautiful Champagne and wine bars, some with brasseries
Serving a curated selection of Champagne, wine, cocktails and more, plus delicious British food and bar snacks, such as: Shetland mussels, cheeseburgers, sirloin steak (those with brasseries), cheeseboards, seafood sharing boards, vegetarian sharing boards, cinnamon popcorn, cakes, caviar, macarons and more.
Searcys have Champagne bars at:
- 116 Pall Mall Champagne Bar in St James’, London - a beautiful Champagne bar in the converted cellar of an exquisite, grade I-listed Georgian building in Westminster. Just up the road from Trafalgar Square 116 Pall Mall is home to the Institute of Directors as well as a Searcys brasserie. The converted cellar has beautiful vaulted ceilings, soft velvet seating, exposed brickwork, private dining and more. Learn more about Searcys Pall Mall Champagne Bar
- St Pancras Bar and Brasserie in King’s Cross, London - Located in St Pancras International , St Pancras Champagne Bar is an elegant setting overlooking the train station with beautiful surroundings in this historic station. Whether night or day, St Pancras is located in a buzzing area with plenty to do, whatever the hour. More about Searcys St Pancras Champagne Bar
- Searcys Champagne Bar at Battersea Power Station, Battersea, London - a stunning Champagne Bar in Battersea's sensational converted power station. Beautiful surroundings with the exquisite marble-topped bar the centrepiece make Battersea Champagne Bar, located on the first floor of the Turbine Hall, a brilliant treat for day or night, with lots to do and see close by. More about Searcys Battersea Champagne Bar
- Searcys Champagne and Cocktail Bar at The Gherkin – Now Closed
Searcys Restaurants and Cafes
Like their Champagne bars, Searcys have Searcys restaurants and cafes in beautiful, historic locations across London plus one in Bath. Their restaurants and cafes serve up delicious British food (apart from Locatelli which serves Italian), Champagne, wine and more. Tuck into sirloin steak, miso-glazed aubergine, carrot soup, prawn cocktail, Chalk Stream pan-fried trout, caviar and Eton mess. Prices are around 22-29 for a main course.
Searcys have a restaurant or cafe at:
- - 116 Pall Mall Brasserie in St James’, London: Built on the site of George IV's former home, 116 Pall Mall is a stunning Georgian building that's now home to the Institute of Directors. Located in Westminster, close to Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament, you'll dine in beautiful surroundings with grade I-listed architecture, beautiful views, exquisite decor, a 4m high chandelier gifted by George IV, large oil paintings, listed marble mosaic flooring, a terrace and more. More about Searcys 116 Pall Mall Brasserie
- - Barbican Bar and Grill in The Barbican, London - In keeping with its innovative surroundings, Searcys Barbican Bar and Grill serves up everyone's favourite classics with bold flavours and delicious grilled meats and seafood. learn more about Searcys Barbican Bar and Grill
B - Locatelli at The National Gallery in Charing Cross, London: Experience Searcys' only Italian restaurant in the Sainsburys Wing of the stunning National Gallery on Trafalgar Square. More about Searcys Locatelli at the National Gallery
- - The Portrait Restaurant By Richard Corrigan in The National Portrait Gallery in Charing Cross, London - Enjoy sensational views as you dine on the fourth gloor of The National Portrait Gallery. Drawing inspiration from both Brutish and Irish ingredients, this is an elegant dinig experience to remember. More about the Portrait Restaurant at the National Gallery
- - St Pancras Brasserie and Bar in King’s Cross, London : a glamorous brasserie restaurant in St Pancras International Station, located above the station in beautiful surroundings. More about Searcys St Pancras Brasserie
- - Searcys Horizon 22 Cafe in Bishopsgate, London: Enjoys Searcys' cakes, Champagne, wine, coffee, tea and more. more about Searcys Horizon 22 Cafe, Bishopsgate
- - The Pump Room Restaurant, Stall Street in Bath: Dine in exquisite surroundings at Searcy's only location outside of London. The Pump Room in Bath City Centre is a stunning Georgian building with Searcys delicious dishes the perfect accompaniment. More about the Pump Room in Bath
- - Searcys at The Gherkin in Bishopsgate - Now Closed
Searcys Weddings and Events
Searcys cater for and plan weddings as well as corporate and private events. Their services include a free venue finding service, private dining and a mobile Rolls Royce Champagne Bar.
Searcys have spectacular, historic London wedding and event venues you can hire for weddings, events and private dining at:
- 10-11 Carlton House Terrace, St James
- 30 Euston Square, Euston
- 41 Portland Place, Marylebone
- 116 Pall Mall Champagne Bar and Brasserie, St James
- Barber Surgeon’s Hall, Barbican
- Battersea Power Station, Battersea
- Church House, Westminster
- Gray’s Inn, High Holborn
- Horizon 22 Bishopsgate
- Savoy Place: IET London, Embankment
- National Army Museum, Chelsea
- No.11 Cavendish Square, Marylebone
- 1 Moorgate Place, Moorgate
- The Gherkin (Now Closed), Bishopsgate
- Saddler’s Hall, St Paul’s
- Searcys at Westminster
- Stationer’s Hall, Blackfriars
- St Pancras Bar and Brasserie, St Pancras International Station
- Surveyor’s House, Westminster
- The Barbican, Barbican
- The HAC, Old Street
- The Inner Temple, Temple
- The Portrait Restaurant, Charing Cross
- The Roman Baths and Pump Room, Bath
- The Royal Institution, Mayfair
- The View at Royal College of Surgeons of England, Holborn
- Vintners’ Hall, Mansion House
and more. All of Searcy's venues are absolutely stunning and historically significant with sensational architecture - exactly what you need for a wedding or event to remember plus you get their amazing catering and event planning services. Contact the team for further information.
Searcys Rolls Royce Champagne Bar
The Searcys Rolls Royce Champagne Bar is a mobile Champagne bar in the form of a fully converted 1930s Rolls Royce limousine that you can hire for weddings and events to serve carefully curated Champagne. Hire of the Searcys Rolls Royce Champagne Bar costs upwards of £2000 for 2 hours
For questions and enquiries about Searcys wedding and event services, including their Champagne bar, email the team on: searcys@thecollectionevents.com
Searcys Pop Up Events: Searcys Series
As well as permanent venues, Searcys also hosts indulgent pop up foodie events at their famous London locations throughout the year, including: Champagne masterclasses, wine tasting, pop up afternoon teas, jazz nights and more. Check their website for the latest collection of events, known as the Searcys Series.
Dress Codes at Searcys Venues
Dress codes are smart casual so no gym wear, hoodies etc. - so workplace smart.
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