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Al Qasimi and ERA Foundation Room

Prince Philip House

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Modern event space in Prince Philip House with black chairs for presentations and meetings.
  • From £4000 per hour
  • 200 Reception
  • Piccadilly Circus & Charing Cross
  • From £4000 per hour
  • 200 Reception
  • Piccadilly Circus & Charing Cross
Historic Grade I listed building with modern facilities offering iconic views over The Mall and St James's Park in the heart of Westminster.
Caitlin McCavitt
Caitlin McCavitt

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • On-site technical support team
  • Adjoining ERA Foundation room for catering and networking
  • Central London location near Piccadilly Circus and Green Park stations
  • State-of-the-art AV technology with HD projector and 3m drop-down screen
  • Accessible 6m x 2m staging with lectern
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows with views over St James's Park and The Mall
  • Air conditioning and complimentary WiFi

Al Qasimi & ERA Foundation is an ideal space for mid-sized conferences, accommodating up to 180 attendees in theatre or 100 in cabaret style. The room is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including acoustic paneling, accessible stage, HD projector and 3m drop down screen. Our onsite technical support team is available to add reassurance throughout your event. The ERA is perfect for conference catering. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer breathtaking views over St. James's Park & The Mall, enhancing the venue's iconic location and making it particularly well-suited for daytime conferences.

Frequently asked questions

Room hire for the National Grid and David Sainsbury rooms (ground floor) costs £2,400 + VAT for 9am-5pm with a minimum catering spend of £1,000-£1,250 + VAT. The Al Qasimi and ERA Foundation rooms (first floor) cost £4,600 + VAT for 9am-5pm with a minimum catering spend of £4,000-£4,950 + VAT depending on guest numbers. Evening hire (6pm-11pm) for first floor rooms is £2,000 + VAT.

The David Sainsbury room accommodates up to 60 theatre style, 24 boardroom, or 28 cabaret. The Al Qasimi room holds up to 180 theatre style, 100 cabaret, or 120 for seated dinner. Ground floor rooms (National Grid/David Sainsbury combined) can accommodate up to 80 theatre style or 60 standing reception. The Michael Bishop Foundation room seats up to 50 guests.

Standard room hire includes 86-98" plasma screens, PA system, one complimentary microphone, projector with 3m drop-down screen, ClickShare/HDMI connectivity, and multifunctional LED wall lighting. Additional microphones cost £75 + VAT, hybrid conference packages start from £3,000 + VAT, and extra technical staffing beyond complimentary support incurs additional charges.

External catering is not permitted on the premises. All food and beverage must be provided by the venue's catering partner, Company of Cooks. The venue offers extensive catering options from delegate packages to reception menus, with minimum spend requirements that vary by room and guest numbers.

Standard daytime hire runs 9am-5pm, with evening hire available 6pm-11pm. The venue appears to operate Monday through Sunday, though specific day-of-week restrictions are not detailed. Garden events must end by 9pm as required by The Crown Estate, and approval from The Crown Estate is needed for outdoor events.

The venue occasionally offers promotional rates, including a mentioned 15% discount on room hire during certain periods. Garden packages may have seasonal discounts, such as reduced rates if booked by specific deadlines. Special pricing may be available for certain dates or booking conditions.

Delegate day rates typically range from £65-£150 + VAT per person depending on the package and room. Standard packages include room hire, AV equipment, refreshments throughout the day, lunch, and service. Higher-tier packages may include unlimited drinks, additional catering breaks, and enhanced menu options.

The venue can provisionally hold spaces while clients consider options. Site visits can be arranged, and the sales team is flexible to adjust proposals based on needs and budget. Specific payment timelines and deposit requirements are not detailed in the available information, but the venue emphasizes working within client budgets.

For garden events, fairground rides and inflatables are not permitted, but garden games like giant Jenga are allowed. Unamplified string duos or quartets are permitted for background music in gardens. Indoor events can accommodate DJs and various entertainment options, though specific restrictions on decorations are not detailed.

All rooms mentioned are described as accessible and equipped with accessible staging. The venue is located on Carlton House Terrace near The Mall, within walking distance of Piccadilly Circus, Charing Cross, Embankment, and Green Park stations. Specific parking arrangements are not detailed in the available information.

More about Prince Philip House

Prince Philip House is a an historic Grade I listed building with a modern/contemporary feel, overlooking The Mall and St James’s Park and a short walk from Trafalgar Square.

This impressive location combines grace and sophisticated facilities for events such as meetings, lectures, conferences, dinners, receptions, awards ceremonies, exhibitions, press conferences, symposia, film shoots, product launches, training, team building activities, summer parties or weddings.