Grand Hall & Balmoral Suite at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms
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Up to 1,500standing
Up to 1,000seated
Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Stationnearest station
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About this space
Grand Hall accommodates up to 540 guests for dining
Art Deco styling with chandeliers and high ceilings
In-house catering team with tailored menus
Private bar within the Grand Hall
Central Covent Garden location
37 versatile event spaces available
Heritage building dating back to 1775
Dine in grandeur in our Grand Hall, with up to 540 other partygoers. Perfect for everything from gala dinners, award banquets, charity balls and receptions to murder mysteries and singing waiters.
This decadent room, complete with a private bar and glittering under chandelier lights can make for the perfect occasion for you to enjoy your tailored menu from our in-house caterers.
Features
Wifi
Art Deco Style
Chandeliers
High celilings,
Food & Drink
External Catering Allowed
Corkage Charge
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Recommended Caterering List Available
Recommended Caterers Only
Space
Disabled Access
Storage Space
476m² (5,124ft²)
Ceiling Height 12.4m (41ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 1am
Extensions Available
Wedding License
Capacities
1,000 Buffet
400 Cabaret
315 Classroom
550 Dining
500 Dinner Dance
1,200 Reception
1,500 Standing
750 Theatre
550 Wedding
Guide prices
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Business
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Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 18:00Every day, 09:00 - 18:00
£18,000 / Venue Fee & Min SpendDining
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Delegate packages
Banquet Package 3 Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£99 / Per PersonArrival Glass of Sparkling Wine, 1/2 Bottle of Wine and Water3 Course Set menu followed by Coffee & petit foursSubject to minimum numbers and T&C's Apply
Delegate packages
Banquet Package 3 Saturdays and Sundays, 09:00 - 17:00Sats and Suns, 09:00 - 17:00
£89 / Per PersonArrival Glass of Sparkling Wine, 1/2 Bottle of Wine and Water3 Course Set menu followed by Coffee & petit foursSubject to minimum numbers and T&C's Apply
Delegate packages
Daily Delegate RateEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£60 / Per PersonRoom hire (main meeting room) 8am to 5pmEnergising lunchEndless freshly brewed coffee and a range of specialty teasChilled filtered water to keep you hydrated1 x flipcharts, projector and screenHealthy fruit and homemade snacks all day Wi-Fi throughout the venueRoom controlled air conditioning so you’ll never be too hot or coldRoom controlled air conditioning so you’ll never be too hot or coldStandard screen size of (8' x 6') included in DDRStorage of materials pre and post events
Events
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£97 / Venue FeeGreat for a...
Art Deco grandeur for 540 Gala Dinner
- • Grand Hall accommodates 540 guests under glittering chandeliers
- • In-house catering team creates tailored menus for your event
- • Private bar within the Grand Hall ensures seamless service
Prestigious heritage venue setting Award Ceremony
- • Art Deco styling with high ceilings creates impressive ceremony backdrop
- • Central Covent Garden location ensures easy guest access
- • Heritage building dating back to 1775 adds gravitas to awards
Flexible spaces with catering Corporate Banquet
- • 37 versatile event spaces accommodate various corporate dining formats
- • In-house catering team delivers professional service standards
- • Private bar facilities support networking and hospitality requirements
Location
De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms HolbornLondonHolborn WC2B 5DALondon
Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Station
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dry hire rates for the dining spaces and what's included?
Dry hire packages start from £10,000.00 and can go up to £14,000.00 inclusive of VAT depending on the space and event requirements. The venue offers various dining spaces including the Grand Hall (up to 540 guests), Cornwall Suite (up to 250 banquet guests), and Cambria Suite (up to 100 dinner guests or 80 dinner dance guests).
What are the banquet package rates and what do they include?
Banquet packages are £126.00 per person including VAT and include glass of sparkling wine, three course dinner, half bottle of house wine, coffee and petit fours, mineral water, and room hire from 18:00-01:00. Christmas packages are available at £112.00 per person (reduced from £190.00) and include additional Christmas novelties, decorations, and DJ with dance floor until 1am.
Are security charges mandatory and how much do they cost?
Yes, security is compulsory for all events at £29.40 per hour inclusive of VAT. For 1-200 guests, 2 guards are required; 201-400 guests need 4 guards; 401-600 guests require 6 guards. There's a minimum 4-hour booking and security must be paid no later than 1 month prior to the event.
What are the capacity limits for different dining setups in the main spaces?
The Grand Hall accommodates up to 540 for dining, Cornwall Suite holds up to 250 for banquet dinner or 200 for dinner dance, and Cambria Suite seats up to 100 for dinner or 80 for dinner dance. The Crown Suite can accommodate up to 250 for drinks receptions and works well as a pre-dinner space adjacent to other suites.
Can tickets be sold on the night for ticketed dining events?
No, for all ticketed events, tickets must be pre-purchased. The venue does not allow tickets to be sold on the night of the event.
What are the Day Delegate Rates for dining events with meetings?
Day Delegate Rates range from £55.00 to £87.00 per person inclusive of VAT (reduced from up to £189.00). This includes room hire 09:00-17:00, air-conditioned space, Wi-Fi, water, pastries and smoothies on arrival, energising lunch, unlimited tea and coffee, flipchart, and 3000 lumen LCD projector and screen.
What dining room combinations are available for reception and dinner events?
Popular combinations include Crown Suite for drinks reception (up to 250 guests) followed by Cornwall Suite for dinner (up to 250 banquet), or Ampthill Suite for reception (up to 110 guests) with Cambria Suite for dinner (up to 100 guests). These adjacent spaces allow seamless transitions between reception and dining portions of events.
What are the minimum spend requirements for post-meeting dining and drinks?
For post-meeting drinks receptions, there's a minimum spend of £3,000.00 to £5,000.00 inclusive of VAT depending on the space, with at least 50% required to be spent on food. If the guaranteed minimum spend isn't reached, the remaining balance is charged as room hire.
What catering options are available beyond the standard packages?
Additional catering includes unlimited tea and coffee at £11.50 per person, energising lunch at £20.95 per person, sandwich lunch at £12.95 per person, bacon or egg baps at £4.95 per person, and Danish pastries at £4.00 per person. All prices are inclusive of VAT.
What are the standard event timings and access hours for dining events?
Standard dining events run from 18:00-01:00 with room hire included in banquet packages. Day events typically run 09:00-17:00, and all spaces must be vacated by 17:00 or additional de-rig charges apply. Early access can be arranged for setup, such as access from 17:00 for evening events at additional cost.
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