LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair 2026: Art, Antiques and Mayfair Stays

Checked 6 October 2026. Fair schedules, private viewing hours and admission terms can change; confirm the latest details directly with LAPADA or your concierge.

The LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair returns to Mayfair from Tuesday 27 October to Sunday 1 November 2026. Staged beneath the historic plane trees of Berkeley Square, the fair brings together more than 80 specialist British and international dealers showcasing vetted fine art, antique furniture, rare jewellery, sculpture and design. If you are travelling to London for the autumn art season, arrange your private accommodation and fair access early: preview passes and prime Mayfair tables fill quickly during fair week.

What this guide covers

• What is the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair?
• Fair schedule and opening hours
• What to see: disciplines, exhibitors and vetting
• VIP hospitality and collector preview access
• Where to stay in Mayfair and central London
• Getting to Berkeley Square
• Mayfair dining and autumn gallery walks
• Questions we are asked most
• Plan your fair visit

What is the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair?

The LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair is one of London's foremost autumn showcases for fine art, antiques and design, held annually since 2009 in Mayfair. Organised by the Association of Art & Antiques Dealers (LAPADA), which was founded in 1974, the fair represents specialist dealers across the United Kingdom.

The event is one of only two major temporary fairs permitted on the lawns of Berkeley Square each year, alongside the earlier design fair PAD London in mid-October. A bespoke pavilion marquee transforms the square into a temporary gallery district. Inside, more than 80 exhibitors present works spanning five centuries of decorative craftsmanship, classical portraiture, modern British painting and estate jewellery. Objects range in value from £500 to £500,000 and above, serving both private home furnishers and seasoned international collectors.

Every piece shown at LAPADA Berkeley Square is inspected before opening day. A 70-member specialist vetting committee composed of independent curators, conservators and scholars examines each stand to verify authenticity, age and condition, ensuring buyers can purchase with confidence.

Key detail	LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair 2026
Dates	Tuesday 27 October to Sunday 1 November 2026
Location	Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London W1J 6EN
Organiser	Association of Art & Antiques Dealers (LAPADA)
Exhibitors	80+ specialist UK and international dealers
Disciplines	Fine art, antiques, jewellery, sculpture, silver, design
Vetting standard	100% pre-vetted by a 70-member independent specialist committee
Price range	£500 to £500,000 and above
Nearest Underground	Green Park (5 mins) and Bond Street (8 mins)

Fair schedule and opening hours

The 2026 LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair opens on Tuesday 27 October 2026 with an invitation-only collectors preview, before opening to the general public through Sunday 1 November 2026. The fair operates across six days, with extended evening hours on weekdays to accommodate after-hours viewing and private receptions.

The daily timetable allows visitors to combine stand visits with lunch or dinner in Mayfair:

• Tuesday 27 October 2026: Collectors Preview and VIP Opening (admission by invitation or preview pass).
• Wednesday 28 October 2026: Public Opening.
• Thursday 29 October 2026: Public Opening.
• Friday 30 October 2026: Public Opening.
• Saturday 31 October 2026: Public Opening.
• Sunday 1 November 2026: Final Day.

Exact daily gate hours are published directly by LAPADA ahead of opening. The Tuesday preview is the critical window for serious collectors, with significant acquisitions concluded in the opening hours. Visitors seeking an unhurried inspection of the stands often prefer morning slots between 11:00 and 14:00 on Wednesday or Thursday, when aisle traffic is calmest.

What to see: disciplines, exhibitors and vetting

LAPADA Berkeley Square brings together specialists across several centuries of artistic creation, offering an intimate alternative to contemporary fairs such as Frieze London and Frieze Masters 2026. The fair provides an environment where visitors engage directly with principal gallerists and connoisseurs.

Period furniture and decorative arts

English, French and continental cabinetry from the seventeenth to nineteenth centuries forms the backbone of the fair. Exhibitors showcase mahogany, rosewood and walnut pieces from makers such as Chippendale, Gillows and Holland & Sons, alongside French Empire and Art Deco consoles. In addition to furniture, dealers display rare clocks, barometers, tapestries and giltwood mirrors.

Fine art and modern British paintings

The painting stands span Old Master canvases, Dutch Golden Age landscapes, Victorian narrative art, Impressionist works and Post-War British painting. British modernism is particularly well represented, with regular presentations of works by artists associated with the St Ives School, Camden Town Group and twentieth-century European abstraction.

Rare jewellery, watches and silver

Specialist dealers present Georgian mourning jewellery, Belle Époque diamond necklaces, Art Deco platinum clips by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Boucheron, as well as signed mid-century jewels. Vintage horology dealers present rare Patek Philippe, Rolex and Cartier timepieces with proven provenance, alongside English silver tableware bearing early London hallmarks.

The vetting process

On the Monday prior to opening, the marquee closes while independent vetting committees examine every object. Specialists review maker marks, examine timber patinas, test metal purities, inspect gem mounts and verify documentary provenance. Any item failing to meet the fair's standards is removed before doors open.

VIP hospitality and collector preview access

VIP hospitality at the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair combines priority preview access with private dining and dedicated collector services. The fair marquee houses an exclusive hospitality lounge and dining room, offering champagne, light lunches and afternoon tea away from the main aisles.

We do not sell general admission tickets. For standard entry, please book through LAPADA directly. Luxury Experience AI sources VIP hospitality packages, collector preview access and private viewing experiences through established providers. We work only with hospitality providers that have agreements in place with the clubs and promoters, ensuring your supplier, inclusions and price are confirmed in writing before you commit.

If you are visiting with private clients or an acquisition team, ask our AI concierge about bespoke hospitality options for fair week, including dedicated art advisor accompaniment and reserved tables in the marquee restaurant.

Where to stay in Mayfair and central London

Staying in Mayfair during late October allows you to walk to Berkeley Square within minutes, avoiding city traffic. Neighbouring districts such as Marylebone, Knightsbridge and Chelsea provide excellent alternatives, each within a short drive of the fair.

We have a curated list of luxury apartments across London, which you can book through our online concierge. A private apartment gives collectors and international guests the space, security and discretion required when handling acquisitions:

• The John Cabot: One-bedroom luxury apartment in Canary Wharf, sleeps 4, from £427 a night. An exceptional base for guests combining London business with autumn cultural visits, connected directly to Bond Street via the Elizabeth line in 13 minutes.
• The William Jessop: Two-bedroom luxury apartment in Canary Wharf, sleeps 7, from £580 a night. Generous living space with waterside views, ideal for families or travelling entourages.
• The Mellish Residence: One-bedroom luxury apartment in Canary Wharf, sleeps 5, from £275 a night. A quiet, refined docklands retreat with rapid tube links to Green Park.

For visitors preferring western London, a partner apartment in South Kensington can be arranged from our curated list, by enquiry; our own residence there is planned and not yet open. To explore residential options across central London, consult our guide to Where to Stay in Central London: Mayfair, Knightsbridge or Marylebone?.

Location	Walking time to Berkeley Square	Character for fair visitors	Transport links
Mayfair	2 to 7 minutes	Immediate access to fair, world-class dining and Mount Street	Green Park and Bond Street stations
Marylebone	15 to 20 minutes	Boutique village feel, specialist bookshops and quiet mews	Baker Street and Bond Street stations
Knightsbridge	18 to 22 minutes	Elegant garden squares and Hyde Park border	Knightsbridge and Hyde Park Corner stations
Canary Wharf	20 minutes by Tube	Waterside views, spacious layouts and direct rail links	Elizabeth line to Bond Street (13 mins)

Getting to Berkeley Square

Berkeley Square sits at the centre of Mayfair in the City of Westminster (postcode W1J 6EN). The fair entrance is positioned on the south-east lawn of the square, directly accessible from Berkeley Street, Mount Street and Charles Street.

Arriving by London Underground

• Green Park station (Piccadilly, Victoria and Jubilee lines): A 5-minute walk (400 metres). Exit onto Piccadilly, walk north up Berkeley Street past the Lansdowne Club, and you will arrive at the southern gates of Berkeley Square.
• Bond Street station (Central, Jubilee and Elizabeth lines): An 8-minute walk (600 metres). Exit onto Oxford Street or Davies Street and walk south into Berkeley Square. The Elizabeth line provides direct rail connections from London Heathrow Airport to Bond Street in 31 minutes.

Chauffeur and private vehicle drop-off

Chauffeur vehicles can drop guests on the perimeter road of Berkeley Square, subject to local traffic restrictions. Congestion Charge and Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) charges apply across Mayfair. Parking on Berkeley Square is restricted during fair week due to exhibitor logistics.

If you are arriving via private aviation into RAF Northolt, London City Airport or Farnborough, a chauffeur transfer into Mayfair takes between 35 and 65 minutes. You can request a private chauffeur through our concierge to manage airport collections, fair transfers and daily travel throughout your stay.

Mayfair dining and autumn gallery walks

Berkeley Square is bordered by some of the most celebrated restaurants in London, making a visit to LAPADA as much a gastronomic experience as an artistic one. Securing tables during fair week requires advance planning, as collectors, gallerists and patrons fill dining rooms from early afternoon until midnight.

Restaurants around Berkeley Square

• Sexy Fish (Berkeley Square): Asian fish and seafood restaurant overlooking the square, featuring major sculptures by Damien Hirst and Frank Gehry.
• Bacchanalia (Mount Street): Mediterranean dining on Mount Street, renowned for classical statues and theatrical service.
• Gymkhana (Albemarle Street): Two-Michelin-starred Indian dining inspired by colonial gymkhana clubs, located three minutes east of Berkeley Square.
• The Mount Street Restaurant (Mount Street): Modern British dining in a room displaying museum-quality works by Andy Warhol, Lucian Freud and Henri Matisse.

To plan your culinary itinerary, read our guide to Exclusive Fine Dining Restaurants with Tasting Menus in Mayfair. When you are ready to book private dining rooms or tables, consult our AI concierge to coordinate reservations around your fair schedule.

Autumn art exhibitions in Mayfair

Visiting the fair offers an ideal opportunity to tour commercial art galleries along Cork Street and Old Bond Street. Just a five-minute walk east along Piccadilly, the Royal Academy of Arts at Burlington House presents its major autumn exhibition, Painting the French Riviera (running from 2 October 2026 to 31 January 2027), examining how the light of the Côte d'Azur inspired innovators from Cézanne and Matisse to Picasso and Renoir.

Questions we are asked most

When does the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair 2026 take place? The fair runs from Tuesday 27 October to Sunday 1 November 2026 in Berkeley Square, Mayfair. Tuesday 27 October is dedicated to the invitation-only Collectors Preview and VIP Opening, with general public admission from Wednesday 28 October through Sunday 1 November.

How does LAPADA ensure the authenticity of items on display? Every object shown at the LAPADA Fair must pass pre-fair vetting by a 70-member independent committee of museum curators, academics and specialist conservators. These committees inspect timber, precious metals, stones, hallmarks and documentation to guarantee that attribution, date and condition descriptions are accurate before the fair opens.

What is the closest London Underground station to Berkeley Square? Green Park station on the Piccadilly, Victoria and Jubilee lines is the closest Underground stop, located a five-minute walk south of Berkeley Square. Bond Street station, served by the Central, Jubilee and Elizabeth lines, is an eight-minute walk to the north along Davies Street.

Can Luxury Experience AI arrange hospitality at LAPADA? Luxury Experience AI sources VIP hospitality, collector preview entry and private dining experiences through established hospitality providers with agreements in place with fair organisers. We do not sell general admission tickets, which must be purchased directly through LAPADA.

Where should collectors stay when attending the LAPADA Fair? Mayfair offers immediate proximity to Berkeley Square, allowing collectors to walk between their residence, the fair marquee and local galleries. Marylebone and Knightsbridge are also popular choices, while Canary Wharf provides spacious luxury apartments with direct 13-minute Elizabeth line connections to Bond Street.

Plan your fair visit

Visiting the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair offers a distinctive perspective on London's international art market. Combining centuries of decorative arts, expert vetting and Mayfair's celebrated hospitality, the event is a centrepiece of the British autumn calendar.

To arrange luxury apartment accommodation, airport transfers or VIP hospitality for the 2026 fair, connect with Luxury Experience AI. You can view our available Canary Wharf residences, explore luxury stays in Mayfair, or ask our AI concierge to tailor every detail of your autumn visit.