Marcus Beck Library at 1 Wimpole Street - Film and Photo
Capacity: Up to 30 guests (U-Shaped)
Location: Marylebone, London, Marylebone, W1G 0AE, London
Coordinates: 51.5159961, -0.146836904229758
Features
- Wifi
- Filmed interviews
Food & Drink
- Professional Kitchen
- Halal Catering
- Kosher Catering
Space
- Parking Spaces
- Disabled Access
- Storage Space
- 73.8m² (794ft²)
- Ceiling Height 2.4m (8ft)
Capacities
- 30 U-Shaped
Venue Guide Prices
Business
Venue Hire Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £900 / Venue Fee | Every day, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire Per Morning
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £700 / Venue Fee | Every day, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire Per Afternoon
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £700 / Venue Fee | Every day, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Film and Photo
Venue Hire Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £900 / Venue Fee | Every day, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire Per Morning
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £700 / Venue Fee | Every day, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire Per Afternoon
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £700 / Venue Fee | Every day, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exact room hire rate for the Marcus Beck Library for filming and photography?
The Marcus Beck Library is available for £900 per day (09:00-17:00) plus VAT. This wooden panelled room with oak parquet flooring and red leather chairs provides an impressive historic setting for filmed interviews and videography.
What are the capacity limits and seating arrangements available?
The Marcus Beck Library accommodates a maximum of 30 people in a fixed U-shape layout. The room features red leather chairs arranged in an impressive horseshoe formation, which cannot be reconfigured due to the historic nature of the space.
What is the mandatory temperature restriction and why does it exist?
The room is temperature controlled at exactly 20°C to preserve the antique medical books stored in glass cabinets throughout the space. This temperature cannot be altered under any circumstances, which may affect comfort levels during extended filming sessions.
What AV equipment is included and what additional items can be hired?
An LCD screen is included in the room hire. Additional equipment available for hire includes: laptop (£150), video conference kit (included), and flipchart with pens (£40). All prices are subject to VAT.
What are the minimum booking requirements and associated costs?
There is a minimum chargeable number of 15 people that applies to all bookings. Even if your actual attendance is lower, you will be charged for 15 people for any catering services ordered.
What catering options are available and what are the costs?
Catering is charged per person, per serving and includes: tea/coffee with traditional biscuits (£4.30), tea/coffee with biscuits and fresh fruit (£5.00), fresh fruit platter (£4.50), tea/coffee with Danish pastries and fruit salad (£6.00), and working lunch (£26.25). All prices are subject to VAT.
What are the standard operating hours and venue access times?
The venue operates from 09:00-17:00 for standard bookings. Evening events are available from 6:30pm-10pm, with service ending at 10pm to allow guests to depart. The venue is closed on certain dates throughout the year.
How long are quotes valid and what is the booking hold policy?
All quotes are valid for 5 days only. The venue does not automatically hold space when providing quotes - you must specifically request a temporary hold if you need time to make a decision.
Are external food and beverages permitted in the venue?
No external food or drink is allowed into the venue under any circumstances. All catering must be provided by the venue's in-house kitchen and catering team.
What unique features make this space suitable for filming and photography?
The Marcus Beck Library features wooden panelled walls, impressive oak parquet flooring, red leather chairs, a marble fireplace, and large library of medical books lining the walls in glass cabinets. The historic heritage and unique aesthetic make it particularly suitable for filmed interviews and videography work.
Venue Photos
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Amenities & Features
- Historic wooden panelled room with oak parquet flooring
- Red leather chairs in horseshoe formation for up to 30 people
- Marble fireplace and medical book-lined walls
- High quality air conditioning maintained at 20°C
- Central London location minutes from Oxford Circus & Bond Street
- Award-winning in-house AV team available
- LCD screen included with room hire
Event Types
Great for: Historic medical library setting with rare book collections creates an authentic scholarly atmosphere perfect for professional filming and educational content.
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Additional Information
Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform
Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/173187/1-Wimpole-Street/Marcus-Beck-Library/Film-And-Photo