Smeaton Room at One Great George Street
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Up to 150standing
Up to 150seated
Westminster Tubenearest station
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About this space
Natural daylight from large windows
High ceilings with embellished plaster domes
Rich French walnut panelling
Complimentary super fast WiFi
Full wheelchair access
Adjoins Brunel and Council rooms for flexibility
Large chandelier lighting
Theatre capacity up to 150
Classroom capacity up to 60
Located on the ground floor of this award-winning, Grade II listed venue and fully accessible, the Smeaton room has high ceilings and the large windows allow in lots of natural daylight. The walls are covered with rich, dark, French walnut panelling and the ceilings are domed with beautifully embellished plaster and lit by a large chandelier.
There is space to hold up to 150 people theatre style or 60 classroom style. The room has the added advantage of adjoining the Brunel room which in turns adjoins the Council room, allowing flexibility in how the space is used.
Westminster
Features
Wifi
Complimentary super fast Wifi
Full wheelchair access
High ceiling
Natural Daylight
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Space
Disabled Access
172.8m² (1,859ft²)
Ceiling Height 1m (4.8ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 11pm
Extensions Available
Wedding License
Capacities
60 Boardroom
60 Classroom
150 Reception
150 Theatre
50 U-Shaped
100 Wedding
Guide prices
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Business
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Venue Hire Per Morning
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,300 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Afternoon
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,300 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£2,600 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Evening
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,600 / Venue FeeDelegate packages
Gold PackageMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£96 / Per PersonMeeting RoomCatering Room Tea/Coffee, a breakfast item & bowl of fruit on arrival Tea/Coffee, Eat natural bar and bowl of fruit mid-morning Tea/Coffee, biscuits and bowl of fruit mid-afternoon Two Course Stand-up Fork Buffet Lunch (three choice)Projection screenLCD projectorTwo flipcharts and pens High-speed Wi-Fi Bottled water
Dining
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Delegate packages
Dining PackageMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£100 / Per Persons includes the Brunel Room for pre-dinner drinksTwo glasses of house wine or soft drink for pre-dinner drinks reception (Drinks reception to start Three course set menu with coffee & trufflesHalf a bottle of house wine with the mealUnlimited water with the meal
Weddings
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£89 / Venue FeeAbout this venue
Central Westminster conference venue with a purpose-built 240-seat theatre, permanent hearing loop, step-free access and adapted stage route for accessible weekday conferences.
Great for a...
Natural light boardroom style Corporate Meeting
- • Natural daylight from large windows enhances focus and wellbeing
- • High ceilings with embellished domes create impressive atmosphere
- • Adjoining Brunel and Council rooms provide breakout flexibility
60-seat classroom setup Training Workshop
- • Classroom capacity for 60 delegates ensures optimal learning environment
- • Complimentary super fast WiFi supports digital presentations
- • Full wheelchair access guarantees inclusive participation
150-capacity theatre style Conference
- • Theatre setup accommodates 150 delegates for large presentations
- • Rich French walnut panelling provides prestigious backdrop
- • Westminster location offers convenient transport links
Location
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One Great George Street WestminsterUKWestminster SW1P 3AALondon
Westminster Tube
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Frequently asked questions
What are the room hire rates for the Smeaton Room and what's included?
The Smeaton Room costs £2,600 for a full day (10:00-15:00) or £1,300 for an afternoon session (14:00-17:30). The room includes an integral 86" LED screen, complimentary super-fast WiFi, full wheelchair access, and natural daylight. Additional AV equipment like LCD projectors (£135) and projection screens (£25) are available separately.
What are the capacity limits for different event layouts?
The Smeaton Room accommodates up to 150 people theatre style, 100 people theatre style with catering space, 60 people classroom style, or 60 people boardroom style. For events requiring catering space, the adjoining Brunel Room is typically used and costs £950 for full day or £850 for half day.
What are the minimum catering requirements and costs?
For half-day sessions, tea, coffee and biscuits must be ordered as minimum catering at £4.10 per person per serving. Full catering options include tea/coffee with pastries (£8.60 per person), sandwich lunch with 4 sides (£25 per person), and 2-course 3-choice stand-up fork buffet from £39 per person with minimum numbers of 10.
How are half-day and full-day sessions defined and priced?
A half-day session runs 07:00-13:00 with rates of £950 for Council Room, £850 for Palmer Room, and £625 for Presidents Dining Room. Full day sessions typically run 07:00-17:30. The period of hire shown is the total time you have access to the room, including setup and breakdown requirements.
What audio-visual equipment and technical support is available?
The room includes an integral 86" LED screen. Additional AV includes LCD projector (£135), projection screen (£25), PA system (£275), handheld/lapel radio microphones (£75 each), and technician support up to 10 hours (£500). All rates exclude VAT.
Can the Smeaton Room be combined with adjacent spaces?
Yes, the Smeaton Room adjoins the Brunel Room, which in turn adjoins the Council Room, allowing flexibility in space usage. The Brunel Room is commonly used for catering when booking the Smeaton Room and costs £950 for full day (10:00-15:00) or £850 for half day.
What are the booking and payment procedures?
Show-round appointments are available Monday-Friday 9:30am-17:00pm, though the building is currently under refurbishment so site visits are limited. Spaces can be provisionally held while you make decisions. All rates exclude VAT and are based on minimum delegate numbers as specified.
Are there any restrictions on decorations or entertainment?
The venue does not allow naked flames or smoke for decorations. They work with a range of entertainment suppliers and can provide personal recommendations. The venue has experience with various event types from conferences to fashion shows.
What catering and beverage options are available?
Beverage options include wines from £22 per bottle, sparkling wines from £28, champagne from £58, bottled beer from £4, and non-alcoholic cocktails at £8.45 per litre. Unlimited drinks packages are available for 1-3 hours (£15-£29 per person). Bar setup costs £295 per room including 3 staff members.
What are the accessibility features and venue policies?
The Smeaton Room offers full wheelchair access, high ceilings, and natural daylight. The venue is a sustainable, award-winning Grade II listed building located near Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace with excellent transport links. The venue has won awards for 'Best Conference Venue' and 'Best Gala Dinner Venue'.
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