Business

Dining

Events

What are the exact venue hire costs for the Business spaces at Church House Westminster?

Venue hire costs vary by room: Harvey Goodwin Suite £3,642 ex VAT (8:30-17:00), Convocation Hall £2,760 ex VAT (8:30-17:00), Charter Room £1,146 ex VAT (8:30-17:00), and College Room £690 ex VAT (8:30-17:00). Weekend bookings have minimum venue hire requirements of £8,000 ex VAT. All prices exclude 20% VAT.

What are the capacity limits for each Business space room?

The Harvey Goodwin Suite accommodates up to 180 theatre style, Convocation Hall seats 100 theatre style, while the Charter Room and College Room are designed for smaller meetings and breakout sessions. The Canterbury and York Rooms are specifically suited for private meetings, interviews, one-to-one discussions, and workshops with natural daylight and full wheelchair accessibility.

What are the mandatory catering minimum spends and requirements?

There is a minimum catering spend of £41.50 ex VAT per person with a minimum of 100 guests (£4,150 total minimum). For larger events, minimum catering numbers increase to 250-280 guests with spends ranging from £43.50-£69.50 ex VAT per person depending on the package. All catering prices exclude 20% VAT.

What AV equipment and costs are available for Business space meetings?

Harvey Goodwin Suite AV package costs £2,796 ex VAT (£2,330 + VAT) and includes large screen, 7000 lumen LCD projector, laptop, sound system with 4 speakers, up to 4 table microphones, lectern, handheld and lapel microphones, lighting, and an audio visual engineer. Convocation Hall AV package costs £1,830 ex VAT and includes 95" LED screen, sound system, microphones, and production engineer.

What are the standard operating hours and access times?

Standard venue hire operates from 8:30am to 5:00pm (17:00). Extended hours are available with additional costs - evening hire can extend to 6:00pm-7:00pm or later depending on requirements. Setup access the evening prior is available from 6:30pm-9:30pm for an additional £11,940 ex VAT.

How far in advance do I need to book and what is the booking process?

Popular dates book up quickly - the venue frequently responds that they are "fully booked" on requested dates, particularly for September, October, and June periods. Contact Charlotte Brumby (Sales Executive) at +44 (0)20 7390 1544 or charlotte.brumby@churchhouseconf.co.uk to check availability and receive a detailed proposal with all costs and room configurations.

Can rooms be combined and what spaces work well together for larger meetings?

Yes, rooms can be combined for larger events. Popular combinations include Harvey Goodwin Suite with Robert Runcie Room (£4,550 + VAT together), or using Harvey Goodwin Suite as main space with Temple Room as breakout space. The venue offers flexible configurations to accommodate different meeting formats and group sizes.

What accessibility features are available in the Business spaces?

All Business spaces offer full wheelchair accessibility with no alternative routes required. The Canterbury and York Rooms specifically feature natural daylight, WiFi, and hard-wired interconnectivity with all other rooms. The venue is fully accessible throughout with lifts and appropriate facilities.

Are there any restrictions on what can be brought into the venue or setup requirements?

The venue accommodates various setups including cabaret style, theatre style, and workshop configurations. They handle boxing events and theatrical productions, suggesting flexible policies. Specific restrictions on equipment, decorations, or external suppliers are not detailed in available information - contact the venue directly for specific setup requirements.

What catering options are available for Business meetings and workshops?

Catering is provided by Searcys and includes options like Day Delegate Rates (DDR) with arrival refreshments, mid-morning/afternoon breaks, and lunch. Light catering options include tea, coffee, pastries, and working lunches. The venue can accommodate dietary requirements and offers both formal and informal catering setups depending on meeting style.