The Grand Temple + Vestibules, Tower Doors & Long Room at 60 Great Queen Street
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Up to 900seated
Covent Gardennearest station
Seminarbest for
Covent Gardenarea
About this space
Grade II* listed Art Deco architecture
Fixed seating for up to 1,600 guests
Built-in stage with professional audio system
28 ceiling rigging points supporting up to 28 tonnes
Multiple adjoining breakout rooms
Natural daylight
Grand organ
Handcrafted mosaic ceilings
One of central London's most capable auditoriums, inside a Grade II* listed Art Deco landmark. Fixed tiered seating, exceptional sightlines, a 60ft ceiling, permanent stage, ceiling rigging throughout, 110dB sound and full blackout. Equally suited to conferences, summits, screenings and premieres. The Tower Doors, Vestibules and Long Room are all included, handling arrival, registration, catering and breakout in spaces that are spectacular in their own right.
Features
Wifi
Tiered auditorium with stage
Adjoining catering and breakout rooms
Central Covent Garden location
Strong production and rigging
Grade II* Art Deco landmark
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Space
Disabled Access
Storage Space
Outdoor Space
1,120m² (12,056ft²)
Ceiling Height 20m (65ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 2am
TENs Available
Wedding License
Capacities
900 Theatre
900 Dining
Guide prices
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£15,000 / Venue FeeBusiness
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Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
Every day, 07:00 - 18:00Every day, 07:00 - 18:00
£40,000 / Venue Fee & Min SpendEvents
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Frequently asked questions
What is the venue hire cost for The Grand Temple and what does it include?
From £20,000 + VAT per live day / £10,000 + VAT per rig day Included: Grand Temple, Tower Doors, Grade II listed foyer & cloakroom, Vestibules, Long Roomdays are available at 50% discount on venue hire.
What are the capacity limits for different event formats in The Grand Temple?
The Grand Temple accommodates 900 theatre-style with catering.
What additional spaces are available alongside The Grand Temple?
A full Grand Temple booking includes the complete arrival sequence and supporting spaces. Guests enter through the iconic bronze Tower Doors off Great Queen Street, use the Grade II listed foyer and cloakroom for registration and ascend the marble staircase into The Vestibules: three interconnected Art Deco rooms that become the central catering and networking hub for the day. Morning coffee, lunch, afternoon breaks and evening drinks all happen here, which keeps the Grand Temple set and focused on the programme. The Long Room is available alongside as a breakout, exhibition, sponsor showcase or lounge space. For larger events, the Grand Officers’ Suite, South Gallery, additional committee rooms and The Gallery can all be brought in to expand the footprint.
What audio-visual equipment is included and what needs to be brought in?
There is no AV equipment included in The Grand Temple - everything must be brought in by external suppliers. The venue has 28 ceiling rigging points for audio/visual equipment and can support weight up to 28 tonnes. The venue provides a list of recommended AV suppliers who are familiar with the space.
Are there restrictions on the type of events that can be held at the venue?
Due to venue licensing terms, concerts are not permitted at 60 Great Queen Street. Musical theatre productions with live music are acceptable, but pure concert performances are prohibited. All events must comply with the venue's licensing requirements.
What catering options are available and who provides the service?
The venue works exclusively with Moving Venue as their catering partner. They provide all food and beverage services from welcome drinks and canapés to three-course seated dinners and drinks packages. Clients cannot bring in external caterers - all catering must go through Moving Venue.
What are the access times and setup requirements for events?
Standard access is from 07:00 to 23:00, with late license available until 2am for an additional £750 per hour. Rig/de-rig days are available at 50% discount on the venue hire rate. The venue recommends arranging setup the day before major events to ensure adequate preparation time.
Does the venue provide box office facilities for ticketed events?
No, 60 Great Queen Street does not have box office facilities. If you are selling tickets to your event, you must arrange your own ticketing system and box office services independently. The venue cannot assist with ticket sales or collection.
What is the guest journey and entrance experience for events?
Guests enter through the iconic Bronze Tower Doors into the Grade II listed cloakroom to check bags and coats. They then ascend the sweeping marble staircase and enter The Vestibules, which serves as the perfect drinks reception area before the main event doors open to The Grand Temple, creating a dramatic 'wow factor' moment.
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