Chancellor's Hall - Senate House

University of London Venues

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Chancellor's Hall banquet setup with floral centerpieces for weddings and corporate events.
  • From £70 per person
  • 100 Dining
  • Russell Square
  • From £70 per person
  • 100 Dining
  • Russell Square
Chancellor's Hall occupies a commanding first-floor position in the historic Senate House with exceptional architectural beauty.
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  • Exhibition space accommodates displays
  • Free WiFi enables connectivity
  • Natural daylight creates bright atmosphere
  • Air conditioning ensures guest comfort
  • Built-in stage provides elevated presentation space
  • Built-in PA system delivers clear audio
  • Cloakroom offers secure coat storage

Chancellor's Hall is a versatile dining space venue, well suited for informal canapes, bowl food, or elegant dining with beautifully dressed tables. We have vegetarian, vegan, Halal, Kosher, and gluten-free dining options.

The Chancellor's Hall is an exceptionally beautiful space which occupies a commanding position on the first floor of Senate House.




Frequently asked questions

Based on available pricing examples, venue hire rates vary significantly by event type and duration. A 5-hour afternoon event (12pm-5pm) for 50 people costs £1,400 for room hire, while full-day events range from £1,800 for Senate Room to higher rates for premium spaces. Additional costs include catering, security if required, and VAT on services.

University of London Venues partners with Gather and Gather for hospitality services, offering vegetarian, vegan, Halal, Kosher, and gluten-free options. Sample pricing includes tea/coffee/biscuits at £4.75+VAT per person, working lunch at £15.50+VAT per person, sharing platters from £19.95+VAT per person, and hot/cold buffet at £23.95+VAT per person. A 1-hour Senate drinks package costs £15.95 per person.

The venue appears to have an in-house catering partnership with Gather and Gather, and there's no clear indication that external caterers are permitted. One customer inquiry about bringing external caterers for interactive food stations was not directly addressed in the available correspondence, suggesting this may require special approval or may not be standard practice.

Specific capacity figures for Chancellor's Hall are not provided in the available information. However, other venue spaces show capacities ranging from 40-90 people in classroom format, up to 160 for cabaret layouts in larger halls. You'll need to contact the venue directly for Chancellor's Hall's exact capacity limits for different dining setups.

Standard venue hire typically runs from 08:00-18:00, with some events extending to 23:00. The venue cannot accommodate requests starting before 06:00. Weekend and evening events may incur additional catering service charges. Setup time is generally included within the hire period.

Chancellor's Hall features a built-in PA system and built-in stage. Standard AV packages typically include laptop/PC, data projector, screen, internet access, and microphones. For additional AV requirements beyond the standard package, you must contact ConferenceCast/Torpedo, the venue's approved AV provider, for separate quotes.

All bookings require completion of an events application form and due diligence forms before quotes can be finalized. These forms are mandatory for review and approval, and must be submitted to be assigned a dedicated event manager. The venue can hold dates provisionally while forms are being processed.

The venue accommodates various event types including corporate events, conferences, filming, and private functions. However, specific restrictions for Chancellor's Hall are not detailed in the available information. The venue does require approval through their application process, suggesting they review each event for suitability.

Chancellor's Hall includes air conditioning, cloakroom facilities, exhibition space, free WiFi, and natural daylight. The venue provides dedicated event managers and hospitality managers, venue staffing, utilities, furniture setup, and has a three-star Sustainable Restaurant Association rating for their catering partner.

The venue shows limited availability, with some dates booking months in advance and frequent 'no availability' responses. Payment terms and deposit requirements are not specified in the available information. Given the high demand, booking well in advance is recommended, and you should contact the venue directly for specific payment schedules.




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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