Time to wine and dine at the Captain’s Table
HMS Belfast which was launched in March 1938 and served throughout the Second World War, playing a leading role in the Battle of North Cape and in the Normandy Landings, is celebrating the completion of a £250,000 restoration and refurbishment programme.

The ship’s striking venue with views over the Thames and the restored Admiral's Quarters has become an exclusive private dining room and in the heart of London. Guarantee a grand entrance for guests as they are piped on board in traditional naval style, reminiscent of the arrival of the Admiral himself. Perfect for a private celebration or corporate event, they can be indulged with fine wine and a delicious three course meal, served by stewards in traditional jackets with epaulettes and gold buttons.

The Admiral's Quarters, consisting of his private dining room and sitting room, along with the Ward & Ante Room have been carefully restored and refurbished bringing back the original character and atmosphere that would have been found in 1959. The Gun Room and The Ship's Company Dining Room have also been updated and modernised.

Every effort has been taken to ensure the authenticity of the refurbishment. Archivists at Sanderson have matched new material to the original curtains as closely as possible, while the material and stitching on the lampshades have been painstakingly copied to perfection.
The window casing and door framework have been stripped back to expose the original wood and the bar has been recreated complete with upward folding shutters and mounted glass holders. The flooring in the Wardroom matches the original red colour as it was transformed from the officers' meeting area to a Ward where the injured were treated during battle and then back to the officers’ area in time of peace. The new floor, although it keeps the authentic red colour is now a carpet to add to the luxurious feel of the Wardroom and Anteroom.
HMS Belfast is a great party venue for an intimate dinner party in the Admiral's Quarter or a drinks and canapé reception in the Anteroom followed by dinner in the Wardroom, all of which are newly restored.
Guests can celebrate the traditional naval 'Up Spirits' with a ration of rum served in a copper cup and their meal will be presented on new HMS Belfast crested dinner service.
In 1971 she was saved for the nation as a unique reminder of Britain's Naval Heritage and is the only surviving example of the great fleets of big gun armoured warships built for the Royal Navy in the first half of the twentieth century.
Brad King, the ship's Director says "Thanks to this unique partnership of commercial investment and historical expertise, you can now step back in time and soak up the atmosphere of a bygone age. The restoration has been meticulously researched from the original plans, historic photos and even the archaeology found as work progressed. The Wardroom bar for instance, much of which was hidden behind panelling, has emerged to take its place once again on public view."
Capacity: Up to 450 guests

HMS Belfast,
Morgan's Lane,
Tooley Street,
London SE1 2JH
www.prestigeexperience.co.uk