Buckingham Gate drill halls

Buckingham Gate drill halls at numbers 58 and 59 are Victorian buildings with distinctive wrought-iron roofs and military-style construction. Today they operate as office spaces while maintaining their Grade II listed status.

Built in 1886, the buildings served as headquarters for the London Scottish Regiment and Queen's Westminster Volunteer Rifle Corps until the late 20th century. These facilities anchored military training for multiple London regiments.

The drill halls served as gathering places where soldiers and Londoners came together for ceremonies and social events. These military buildings shaped the neighborhood as a space connecting the army with the wider community.

The buildings are located near Victoria and St. James's Park stations for easy access. Since they now serve as office spaces, visitors can view them from outside, though interior access is not publicly available.

Number 59 Buckingham Gate hosted the British inquiry into the sinking of RMS Titanic in 1912. This connection to one of history's most famous maritime disasters gives the building a remarkable place in world events.

Location: London

Inception: 1886

GPS coordinates: 51.49815,-0.13641

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:26