VENUE SPACES

18 versatile event spaces in a unique building in the heart of Westminster.

Our unique multipurpose events venue is surrounded by landmarks such as the Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace, and conveniently located just a short walk from transport links such as St James’s Park, Westminster and Victoria stations.

The proximity to charming St James's Park and our distinctive history provides an exceptional setting for any occasion, from lectures, conferences, meetings, away days, seminars and training courses to private parties, evening drinks receptions and fine dining events.

Our venue spaces are available for hire seven days a week and our competitive venue hire rates are all exempt of VAT.

  • Lecture Theatre

    Lecture Theatre

    A contemporary, fully-equipped Lecture Theatre ideal for conferences, lectures, broadcasts, speeches and product launches.

    Max capacity: 210

  • Marble Hall & Gallery

    Marble Hall & Gallery

    A unique and elegant space, clad in original marble with an adjoining gallery perfect for standing receptions and exhibitions.

    Max capacity: 210

  • Library

    Library

    A grand, Elizabethan-style library boasting stunning views over St James's Park.

    Max capacity: 200

  • Council Room

    Council Room

    An opulent and versatile space, perfect for board meetings, drinks receptions or seated dinners.

    Max capacity: 60

  • Manufacturing Room

    Manufacturing Room

    A modern space with restored original features, ideal for away days and drinks receptions. 

    Max capacity: 60

  • Frank Whittle

    Frank Whittle

    With abundance of natural light, perfect for boardroom meetings or as an additional breakout space.

    Max capacity: 30

  • George Stephenson

    George Stephenson

    A bright and spacious venue space, perfect for boardroom meetings or as a VIP room for larger events.

    Max capacity: 22

  • Harry Ricardo

    Harry Ricardo

    A versatile meeting room with dual aspect views over Westminster, ideal for meetings and video calls.

    Max capacity: 20

  • Joseph Whitworth

    Joseph Whitworth

    Ideal for small meetings, can also be used as a private meeting room for larger events due close proximity to the Lecture Theatre.

    Max capacity: 12

  • Charles Parsons

    Charles Parsons

    An intimate meeting room with an abundance of natural light, ideal for meetings and video calls.

    Max capacity: 10

  • Joseph Whitworth

    Christopher Hinton

    A beautiful, opulent and traditional space that can be hired individually or as part of the Presidential Suite, ideal for away days, interviews, or small meetings.

    Max capacity: 8

  • Frederick Lanchester

    Frederick Lanchester

    A bright and intimate space, perfect for smaller meetings and hybrid events.

    Max capacity: 8

  • Thomas Hawksley

    Thomas Hawksley

    A traditional and opulent space that can be hired individually or as part of the Presidential Suite, ideal for small meetings or interviews.

    Max capacity: 6

  • Environment Room

    Environment Room

    A modern room, with direct access to both Energy and Transport rooms, ideal for meetings, breakout area or catering space.

    Max capacity: 14

  • Energy Room

    Energy Room

    A bright, modern room ideal for training days and large boardroom style meetings.

    Max capacity: 30

  • Education Room

    Education Room

    A modern room with garden view and ideal size for training days and meetings.

    Max capacity: 24

  • Transport Room

    Transport Room

    A bright, modern room ideal for training days and boardroom style meetings.

    Max capacity: 14