Tower Doors & Foyer

60 Great Queen Street

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  • From £10500 per hour
  • 200 Standing
  • Covent Garden
  • From £10500 per hour
  • 200 Standing
  • Covent Garden
The only venue in Covent Garden where guests enter through exclusive bronze Tower doors into a Grade II* listed Art Deco masterpiece with original historic cloakroom facilities.
Sam Cotton
Sam Cotton

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Central Covent Garden location
  • Audio visual equipment available
  • Natural light throughout spaces
  • Grade II* listed Art Deco architecture
  • Exclusive bronze Tower doors entrance
  • Historic marble entrance hall with sweeping staircase
  • Original remaining cloakroom facilities

The iconic bronze doors, a striking centrepiece in the heart of Covent Garden, only open exclusively in invited guests. Beyond these majestic doors lies a breathtaking marble entrance hall, where a sweeping staircase leads to the original remaining cloakroom. A historic gem which is both a practical space and a captivating tribute to the venue's rich history.

The Tower Cloakroom can be used as part of a Grand Temple booking from £15,000+VAT or as part of a booking for the Vestibules and adjoining rooms from £10,500 + VAT.




Frequently asked questions

The Grand Temple costs £20,000 + VAT per day with access from 7am-11pm, and rig/de-rig days are available at 50% discount. The Gallery Suite and Ante Room costs £5,000 + VAT per day with the same access hours. Late license extensions until 2am are available for £750 per hour but are not included in the base venue hire.

The Grand Temple accommodates 900 theatre-style with catering, 280 cabaret, 600 reception, or 450 seated dinner. The Gallery and Ante Room holds 180 ceremony, 300 reception, or 180 seated dinner. The venue can accommodate a maximum of 1,300 guests for standing events across multiple rooms.

The venue does not allow concerts due to licensing terms. Musical theatre productions with live music are permitted, but pure concert performances are prohibited. All events must comply with the venue's licensing requirements and end times.

The venue works exclusively with Moving Venue as their catering partner - no external caterers are permitted. All food and beverage must be provided through Moving Venue, and they can accommodate various formats from canapés to three-course seated dinners with wine packages.

The Grand Temple has no built-in AV equipment, so everything including screens, sound systems, lighting, and staging must be brought in by external suppliers. The venue provides a list of recommended AV suppliers who are familiar with the space and its technical requirements.

Venue hire includes security and cleaning for the live event day only. Additional mandatory costs include all catering through Moving Venue, any required AV equipment rental, and late license fees of £750 per hour if extending beyond 11pm. Setup and breakdown days are charged at 50% of the daily rate.

Standard access is 7am-11pm, with late license available until 2am for an additional fee. Rig and de-rig days are available at 50% of the venue hire rate. The venue recommends arranging setup the day before major events, particularly for complex productions requiring staging or extensive AV.

The venue does not have box office facilities. If you are selling tickets to your event, you must arrange your own ticketing system and sales process independently. The venue can accommodate events with pre-sold tickets but cannot handle ticket sales or collection.

Guests enter through the exclusive bronze Tower Doors into the marble entrance hall with sweeping staircase and historic cloakroom. The Vestibules serve as an ideal drinks reception area before guests move to the main event space, and can be divided into three distinct areas using decorative doors.

While specific minimum spends aren't detailed, the venue indicates budget requirements that suggest events under certain thresholds may not be viable. For large events over 1,000 guests, the venue can only accommodate up to 1,300 maximum across multiple rooms, and some event formats may not be suitable for the available spaces.




More about 60 Great Queen Street

A stunning Art Deco masterpiece in the heart of Covent Garden.

This Grade II* listed venue is a true icon of timeless elegance, featuring breathtaking architecture and luxurious interiors. From the awe-inspiring mosaic ceilings of the Grand Temple to the charming intimacy of its unique spaces, every corner of this historic landmark exudes grandeur and heritage. Whether hosting a grand event or a more intimate gathering, 60 Great Queen Street promises an unforgettable experience from the moment you step inside.

Perfect for: Conferences, Filming, Awards, Premiers, Screenings, Fashion Shows