Crush Hall - Senate House

University of London Venues

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"Crush Hall Senate House: professionals discussing event logistics in urban venue"
  • From £1
  • 150 Reception
  • Russell Square
  • From £1
  • 150 Reception
  • Russell Square
Senate House's Art Deco architecture has featured in major blockbuster films including James Bond and Batman franchises.
Bonnie Gunter
Bonnie Gunter

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  • Bloomsbury location with excellent transport links
  • Versatile space for various productions
  • Art Deco features
  • High ceilings
  • Wifi

Crush Hall is a stately space within Senate House, providing a stunning backdrop for film and photo.

The venue regularly catches the eye of filmmakers, photographers and stylists. In recent years, Senate House has featured in numerous blockbuster films and acclaimed TV dramas, including the James Bond and Batman franchises.




Frequently asked questions

The source material does not provide specific filming or photography rates for Crush Hall. Contact the venue directly at uolevents@london.ac.uk or 0207 660 8177 for detailed pricing information for film and photo shoots.

The source material mentions a filming enquiry with 25 crew members and 5-7 cast plus 8-10 extras (total around 40 people) but does not specify Crush Hall's maximum capacity for filming. Contact the venue to confirm capacity limits for your specific crew size and equipment requirements.

Based on venue correspondence, standard venue hours appear to be from 08:00-18:00. The venue declined an enquiry requiring access from 06:00, indicating earlier access may not be available. Contact the venue to confirm exact operating hours and any restrictions for film and photo shoots.

The source material does not specify equipment restrictions, lighting limitations, or technical requirements for Crush Hall filming and photography. You'll need to contact the venue directly to discuss your specific equipment needs, power requirements, and any restrictions on lighting or staging.

The venue requires completion of events application and due diligence forms for review and approval before confirming bookings. Based on correspondence patterns, allow sufficient time for the approval process, though specific lead times are not mentioned in the source material.

The venue works with Gather and Gather for hospitality services, but the source material does not specify policies regarding external catering or vendors for filming and photography. Contact the venue to discuss your specific vendor requirements and any approval processes needed.

Standard AV equipment mentioned for other venues includes laptop/PC, data projector, screen, internet access, and microphones. However, specific AV provisions for Crush Hall filming and photography are not detailed in the source material. Contact the venue to confirm what's included and available for your shoot.

The source material does not provide information about parking arrangements or facilities for crews at Senate House. Contact the venue directly to discuss parking options and any restrictions for equipment vehicles or crew parking during your shoot.

Crush Hall features Art Deco architecture, high ceilings, and WiFi connectivity. Senate House has been featured in numerous blockbuster films and TV dramas including James Bond and Batman franchises, indicating its cinematic appeal and filming suitability.

Yes, the venue offers provisional holds on dates. You'll need to complete the attached events application and due diligence forms, which are required for review and approval before dates can be held provisionally.




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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