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Gielgud

QEII Centre

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Modern conference room with purple chairs at QEII Centre for events and workshops.
  • From £4000
  • 120 Theatre
  • Westminster & St James Underground Station
  • From £4000
  • 120 Theatre
  • Westminster & St James Underground Station
Exclusive Westminster Abbey views create an inspiring backdrop that elevates any business gathering.
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  • Part of suite with moveable walls
  • Accessible venue
  • 16:9 retractable screen with laser projector
  • Natural daylight from Westminster Abbey views
  • Built-in speakers and integrated AV package
  • Flexible capacity up to 130 reception style
This highly sought after room comes with fantastic views of Westminster Abbey. It is perfect for small conferences, meetings, presentations and seminars as well as dinners and receptions. It can accommodate 120 theatre style, 70 cabaret, as well as receptions for up to 130. It can also be used as a syndicate space or green room for large conferences as well as providing flexible solutions when combined. It comes with a basic AV package.

Frequently asked questions

The Business space accommodates 120 people in theatre style, 70 in cabaret style, and up to 130 for receptions. Room hire pricing starts around £15,000 excluding VAT for a full day, though this varies by date and specific requirements.

The space includes a basic AV package with built-in speakers, integrated 16:9 retractable screen, and laser projector. Additional AV requirements like microphones, staging, or technician support would incur extra costs.

Standard operating hours are 08:00-18:00, with security, porterage, and cleaning services included during these times. Events requiring access outside these hours or extended setup time may incur additional charges.

The QEII Centre is closed during August, so no events can be accommodated during this month. If your preferred dates fall in August, you would need to consider alternative months.

Catering is provided by QEII Taste by Leith's, the in-house catering service. They offer various packages including breakfast, lunch, tea/coffee breaks, and dinner options, with pricing quoted separately from room hire.

Yes, the Business space is part of a suite of rooms connected by moveable walls, allowing for flexible configurations. This makes it suitable as a breakout space for larger conferences or can be combined with adjacent rooms for bigger events.

The venue hire includes QEII Centre furniture (excluding exhibition furniture), free visitor Wi-Fi, manned cloakroom, dedicated registration area and desks, business centre facilities, and a QEII Delivery Team comprising an Event Manager, AV Project Manager, and QEII Taste Manager.

Availability is offered on a first option basis, and no booking is confirmed until a contract is signed by both parties and a deposit is paid. The venue accepts no responsibility for costs incurred before contract signature and deposit payment.

The Business space offers fantastic views of Westminster Abbey and has natural daylight, making it ideal for daytime events. Its location provides an inspiring backdrop for presentations and meetings while maintaining professional conference facilities.

Some dates may be unavailable due to whole centre events that take priority. The venue may only be able to offer specific alternative dates, and flexibility with dates increases your chances of securing the space.

More about QEII Centre

Purpose-built Westminster conference centre with the Churchill auditorium and included Pickwick space—excellent for a theatre plenary plus a dedicated exhibition/networking zone for partner pods.

Gielgud at QEII Centre - Business

Capacity: Up to 120 guests (Theatre)
Location: Westminster, London, Westminster, SW1P3EE, London
Coordinates: 51.500187032986, -0.128925240475496

Features

  • Wifi
  • Accessible
  • Built in speakers
  • Integrated 16:9 retractable screen and laser projector
  • Natural Daylight
  • Part of a suite of rooms connected by moveable walls
  • Views of Westminster Abbey

Food & Drink

  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering

Space

  • Disabled Access
  • 250m² (2,690ft²)
  • Ceiling Height 3m (8.5ft)

Capacities

  • 70 Cabaret
  • 56 Classroom
  • 100 Dining
  • 120 Theatre

Venue Guide Prices

Business

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£4,000 / Venue FeeMondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity and pricing for the Business space?

The Business space accommodates 120 people in theatre style, 70 in cabaret style, and up to 130 for receptions. Room hire pricing starts around £15,000 excluding VAT for a full day, though this varies by date and specific requirements.

What AV equipment is included with the Business space?

The space includes a basic AV package with built-in speakers, integrated 16:9 retractable screen, and laser projector. Additional AV requirements like microphones, staging, or technician support would incur extra costs.

What are the standard operating hours and access times?

Standard operating hours are 08:00-18:00, with security, porterage, and cleaning services included during these times. Events requiring access outside these hours or extended setup time may incur additional charges.

Is the venue closed during any periods of the year?

The QEII Centre is closed during August, so no events can be accommodated during this month. If your preferred dates fall in August, you would need to consider alternative months.

What catering options are available and who provides them?

Catering is provided by QEII Taste by Leith's, the in-house catering service. They offer various packages including breakfast, lunch, tea/coffee breaks, and dinner options, with pricing quoted separately from room hire.

Can the Business space be combined with other rooms?

Yes, the Business space is part of a suite of rooms connected by moveable walls, allowing for flexible configurations. This makes it suitable as a breakout space for larger conferences or can be combined with adjacent rooms for bigger events.

What is included in the venue hire package?

The venue hire includes QEII Centre furniture (excluding exhibition furniture), free visitor Wi-Fi, manned cloakroom, dedicated registration area and desks, business centre facilities, and a QEII Delivery Team comprising an Event Manager, AV Project Manager, and QEII Taste Manager.

How far in advance do I need to book and what are the payment terms?

Availability is offered on a first option basis, and no booking is confirmed until a contract is signed by both parties and a deposit is paid. The venue accepts no responsibility for costs incurred before contract signature and deposit payment.

What makes this space unique compared to other rooms at the venue?

The Business space offers fantastic views of Westminster Abbey and has natural daylight, making it ideal for daytime events. Its location provides an inspiring backdrop for presentations and meetings while maintaining professional conference facilities.

Are there any restrictions on dates or availability?

Some dates may be unavailable due to whole centre events that take priority. The venue may only be able to offer specific alternative dates, and flexibility with dates increases your chances of securing the space.

Venue Photos

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Modern conference room with purple chairs at QEII Centre for events and workshops.Modern event space at QEII Centre with round tables and vibrant purple chairs.Gielgud at QEII Centre: modern conference with attendees networking at round tables.

Amenities & Features

  • Natural daylight from Westminster Abbey views
  • Built-in speakers and integrated AV package
  • Flexible capacity up to 130 reception style
  • Part of suite with moveable walls
  • Accessible venue
  • 16:9 retractable screen with laser projector

Event Types

Great for: Exclusive Westminster Abbey views create an inspiring backdrop that elevates any business gathering.

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Additional Information

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Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/161885/QEII-Centre/Gielgud/Business