MacMillan Hall - Senate House

University of London Venues

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  • From £70 per person
  • 220 Theatre
  • Russell Square
  • From £70 per person
  • 220 Theatre
  • Russell Square
One of London's largest flat floor spaces with integrated venue options including adjacent halls for seamless pre-drinks and reception flow.
Edward Poland
Edward Poland

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Full network access
  • Energy-efficient heating system
  • Flat floor space design
  • Capacity for 130 dining guests
  • Programmable lighting system
  • Adjacent Beveridge Hall and Crush Hall

As one of London's largest flat floor spaces, MacMillan Hall is perfectly suited to banquets, private dining, gala dinners, and more.

The space has a capacity of 130 for dining events. It is fully equipped for programmable lighting, full network access, and a new energy-efficient heating system.

With the adjacent Beveridge Hall and Crush Hall, you have an inspiring and integrated venue complete for pre-drinks or a reception.




Frequently asked questions

MacMillan Hall accommodates up to 130 guests for dining events. The venue operates on a Day Delegate Rate (DDR) system starting at £70 per person, which includes venue hire from 08:00-18:00, standard AV package (lectern, laptop, screen, projector, PA system, 3 microphones), dedicated hospitality space, refreshments on arrival, mid-morning refreshments, lunch, mid-afternoon refreshments with cake, venue staffing, utilities, furniture setup, free Wi-Fi, and dedicated event and hospitality managers.

The venue cannot accommodate events starting before 08:00, as confirmed when declining requests for 06:00 or 07:00 start times. Standard venue hire runs from 08:00-18:00, though evening events can extend later with additional arrangements. Setup and breakdown times are included within the hire period.

University of London Venues partners with Gather and Gather for all catering services, which holds a three-star Sustainable Restaurant Association rating. The DDR package includes various meal options from continental breakfast to hot/cold buffets, sharing platters, street food, and bowl food. External caterers are not permitted - all food and beverage must be provided through their approved hospitality partner.

Standard AV package includes lectern, laptop, screen, projector, PA system, 3 microphones, and AV technician assistance during setup. For additional AV requirements beyond the standard package, you must contact ConferenceCast/Torpedo, the venue's approved AV provider. All AV services must be arranged through approved suppliers only.

All bookings require completion of an events application form and due diligence form before any quote can be finalized or dates held provisionally. These forms must be submitted for review and approval before being handed over to a dedicated event manager. The venue responds to completed enquiries within two working days with a formal proposal.

MacMillan Hall works in conjunction with adjacent Beveridge Hall and Crush Hall to create an integrated venue solution. Crush Hall serves as registration space, while the combination allows for pre-drinks receptions or expanded event capacity. The dedicated hospitality space is available from 08:00-16:00 for catering service when needed.

Venue hire is VAT inclusive in the quoted rates. However, catering and additional services are subject to VAT charges on top of the base price. The DDR rates shown are the total per person cost, but additional services like extended catering hours or weekend service incur extra charges.

The venue accommodates various event formats including banquets, private dining, gala dinners, and corporate events. However, all events must comply with university policies and complete due diligence forms for approval. The venue has programmable lighting capabilities and full network access, making it suitable for both formal dining and corporate entertainment events.

The venue frequently experiences high demand and may not have availability for requested dates, particularly in popular months like June 2025. When dates are unavailable, they will suggest alternative dates or direct you to find alternative venues. No provisional holds are placed without completed application forms and approval.

For urgent enquiries, contact uolevents@london.ac.uk or call +44 (0) 20 7862 8104. The main sales contact is Bharat Dave (Event Sales Manager) at 0207 660 8177 or mobile 07960 019 754. Standard response time is within two working days once all required forms are submitted and the enquiry is assigned to a dedicated event manager.




More about University of London Venues

University of London Venues encompasses a range of outstanding event spaces. Our location in Bloomsbury has excellent national and international transport lines, and our versatile spaces can accommodate all kinds of events, from conferences and meetings to parties.

We offer hospitality services in partnership with Gather and Gather. With a three star rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association, we provide food that has a meaningful impact on the people and places we work for and with.

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