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Canterbury Room at Church House Westminster

Church House Westminster · Westminster, London, SW1P 3NZ · Show map
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Up to 6seated
Westminster/ St James Park Underground Station nearest station
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About this space

Grade II listed historic building
Westminster location with Abbey views
Award-winning in-house event team
Carbon-neutral venue
Searcys catering partnership
Up to 600 guest capacity
Full wheelchair accessibility
Leading in-situ AV technology
Multiple versatile event spaces
Natural daylight throughout
The Canterbury and York Rooms are used by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York respectively during the General Synod. Each of the rooms is full of history and well-suited for private meetings interviews, one-to-one discussions, hybrid meetings and workshops. The rooms are often used as breakout spaces or, as an organiser's office for corporate and association events. The rooms offer plenty of natural daylight, full wheelchair accessibility, WiFi, and hard-wired interconnectivity with all other rooms.

Features

Wifi
Natural daylight

Food & Drink

Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering

Space

Disabled Access
Storage Space
22m² (237ft²)
Ceiling Height 3m (10ft)

Licenses

Licensed Until 12am

Capacities

6 Boardroom

Guide prices

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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 13:00
£450 / Venue Fee
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£575 / Venue Fee
Venue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£575 / Venue Fee
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£575 / Venue Fee
Venue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£575 / Venue Fee

Great for a...

Corporate Conference
Westminster's prestigious conference venue Corporate Conference
  • • Assembly Hall accommodates 600 theatre-style with professional staging
  • • Multiple breakout spaces include Harvey Goodwin Suite and Convocation Hall
  • • Award-winning event team provides comprehensive production support
Award Ceremony
Historic grandeur for celebrations Award Ceremony
  • • Grade II listed Assembly Hall creates memorable ceremonial atmosphere
  • • Professional AV package includes 4K laser projection and stage lighting
  • • Hoare Memorial Hall provides elegant reception space for networking
Christmas Party
Festive celebrations with heritage Christmas Party
  • • Assembly Hall transforms for 350 seated dinner with dance floor
  • • Searcys catering delivers seasonal menus using sustainable ingredients
  • • Westminster Abbey views provide stunning backdrop for celebrations

Location

Map showing Church House Westminster
Church House Westminster WestminsterUKWestminster SW1P 3NZLondon
Westminster/ St James Park Underground Station
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Frequently asked questions

What are the minimum venue hire costs and catering requirements?
Minimum venue hire is £8,000 ex VAT for weekend bookings. Catering has a minimum spend of £69.50 per person with a minimum of 250 guests (£17,375 total). For smaller events, there's a minimum catering spend of £2,500 ex VAT for 100 guests, and some quotes show £41.50 per person minimums depending on the event size.
Which spaces are available and what are their capacities?
Main spaces include the Assembly Hall (main conference space), Hoare Memorial Hall (catering/exhibition space for 250 standing), Harvey Goodwin Suite (180 theatre/main conference space), Bishops Partridge Hall (150 standing), and Convocation Hall (100 theatre). Multiple spaces can be combined - the DDR package includes Assembly Hall, Hoare Memorial Hall, Bishops Partridge Hall, and Harvey Goodwin Suite together.
What does the Day Delegate Rate (DDR) include and how much does it cost?
The DDR costs £59,400 ex VAT for 500 guests (£118.80 per person) and includes room hire of Assembly Hall, Hoare Memorial Hall, Bishops Partridge Hall & Harvey Goodwin Suite from 08:30-17:00, arrival refreshments (tea, coffee, Danish pastries, juice), mid-morning refreshments, mid-afternoon refreshments, and a two-choice standing fork buffet lunch. Minimum 330 guests required.
What are the standard AV packages and costs?
Assembly Hall AV package costs £3,995 ex VAT and includes 4K laser projector, 5.6m x 3.15m screen, 8-speaker sound system, laptops, stage lighting, microphones, and engineers. Harvey Goodwin Suite AV is £2,330 ex VAT with LCD projector, screen, sound system, and lighting. Convocation Hall AV is £1,525 ex VAT with 95" LED screen and basic audio setup.
What are the operating hours and setup access policies?
Standard event hours are 08:30-17:00, with some events extending to 18:00-19:00 for drinks receptions. Evening setup access is available the night prior (typically 18:30-21:30) for £11,940 ex VAT, with venues cleared by 22:00. Event and AV crew can access from 6:30am on event day for setup.
How far in advance do I need to book and what dates are typically unavailable?
The venue gets fully booked well in advance, with multiple dates in 2025 already unavailable including September 23rd, October 21st, and June 26th. Popular dates fill up quickly, so flexibility with dates is recommended. The venue actively suggests alternative dates when preferred dates are unavailable.
What catering options are available beyond the DDR?
Individual catering options include hot fork buffet with three tea/coffee servings at £52.00 ex VAT per person, full catering with breakfast and multiple breaks at £65.50 per person, and drinks receptions from £29.50 per person. Traditional afternoon tea and various breakfast options are available, with minimum spends varying by event size.
Are there any restrictions on event types or special requirements?
The venue accommodates conferences, award ceremonies, Christmas parties, boxing events, and filming enquiries (handled by a separate contact). Weekend bookings have higher minimum spends. The venue is fully accessible and offers site visits for potential clients to view spaces before booking.
What is the booking process and payment structure?
Initial contact is made through sales executives who provide detailed proposals with space allocations and pricing. Site visits can be arranged (typically at 11am) where clients meet with sales staff at the welcome desk. Proposals are customized based on specific requirements, with options for different room combinations and catering packages.
Can events be held across multiple days and what are the costs?
Multi-day events are accommodated with DDR rates applying per day. Two-day conferences show costs around £49,500 ex VAT for the DDR portion for 500 guests. Setup access the evening prior is charged separately, and different room combinations can be used across multiple days depending on requirements.
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