Abbey Room at Church House Westminster
Award winner Named Platinum Award 2024 by Greengage EcoSmart
Up to 40standing
Up to 45seated
Westminster/ St James Park Underground Station / Victoria Train Stationnearest station
Meetingbest for
About this space
64-inch plasma screen
Ground floor location
Westminster Abbey views
Adjacent to Westminster and Herbert Baker Rooms
Natural light from Dean's Yard
Flexible room configuration
Professional AV setup
Climate control
The Abbey Room is located on the ground floor and overlooks Dean's Yard and Westminster Abbey. The versatile event space is adjacent to the Westminster and Herbert Baker Rooms and is well suited to receptions, smaller boardroom meetings, hybrid meetings, interviews, seminars, forums, and workshops.
The Abbey Room is also often used as a breakout room and its uses include and organiser's office, a green room for speakers, or catering space.
Westminster
Features
Wifi
64" Plasma Screen
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Recommended Caterering List Available
Space
Disabled Access
Storage Space
47.8m² (515ft²)
Ceiling Height 4.1m (13ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 12am
Capacities
25 Boardroom
30 Buffet
24 Cabaret
24 Classroom
36 Dining
40 Reception
45 Theatre
20 U-Shaped
Guide prices
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Business
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,380 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 18:30 - 22:30Every day, 18:30 - 22:30
£1,379 / Venue FeeDining
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,380 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 18:30 - 22:30Every day, 18:30 - 22:30
£1,379 / Venue FeeEvents
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,380 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 18:30 - 22:30Every day, 18:30 - 22:30
£1,379 / Venue FeeAbout this venue
Church House Westminster brochureChurch House Westminster is a Grade II listed building in Dean's Yard that's hosted the UN Security Council's first meeting, wartime sittings of Parliament, and receptions for the Coronation of King Charles III. Architect Sir Herbert Baker's 30-foot glass dome anchors nineteen flexible spaces, from boardrooms for six to a 600-seat hall. In-house AV production, hybrid streaming, Searcys catering and an events team with decades of experience turn that history into modern corporate events, all run to a net zero standard.
Great for a...
Westminster Abbey views inspire Corporate Meeting
- • 64-inch plasma screen ensures clear presentation visibility
- • Ground floor location provides easy accessibility
- • Westminster Abbey views create memorable meeting atmosphere
Historic setting enhances learning Educational Seminar
- • Natural light from Dean's Yard enhances focus
- • Professional AV setup supports educational content delivery
- • Adjacent rooms allow flexible breakout configurations
Flexible space adapts easily Professional Workshop
- • Versatile room configuration accommodates various workshop formats
- • Climate control ensures participant comfort throughout sessions
- • Westminster location provides prestigious professional setting
Location
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Church House Westminster WestminsterUKWestminster SW1P 3NZLondon
Westminster/ St James Park Underground Station / Victoria Train 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 spaces require minimum spends of £41.50 per person with 280 minimum guests.
Which spaces are available and what are their capacities?
Available spaces include the Assembly Hall (main conference space for up to 600 theatre style), Hoare Memorial Hall (catering and exhibition space), Harvey Goodwin Suite (180 theatre style), Convocation Hall (100 theatre style), and various smaller rooms like Charter Room, Abbey Room, Westminster Room, and Herbert Baker Room for breakouts or meetings. Multiple spaces can be hired together for larger events.
What AV packages are available and what do they cost?
Standard AV packages start from £1,830 ex VAT for smaller rooms up to £4,794 ex VAT for the Assembly Hall. Packages include projectors, screens, sound systems, microphones (lectern, handheld, and lapel), lighting, laptops, and engineers. The Assembly Hall package includes a 4K laser projector, 8-speaker sound system, and stage lighting.
What are the standard operating hours and setup requirements?
Events typically run from 08:30-17:00 for day conferences, with evening events extending to 19:00-22:00. Setup access the evening prior costs £11,940 ex VAT (18:30-21:30) and venues must be cleared by 22:00. AV crew can access from 06:30 on event day for larger productions.
How far in advance do I need to book and what dates are typically unavailable?
Popular dates like September 23rd, October 21st, and June 26th get fully booked well in advance. The venue operates a 2nd option system for provisional bookings. It's recommended to have flexible dates as prime autumn conference dates fill up quickly, and the venue will suggest alternative venues if your preferred date is unavailable.
What catering options are available and how is pricing structured?
Day Delegate Rates (DDR) start from £59.50 per person including room hire, arrival refreshments, mid-morning and afternoon breaks, and lunch. Hot fork buffet options are £52.00 ex VAT per person. Traditional afternoon tea, breakfast items, and drinks receptions (from £29.50 per person) are available separately. All catering is provided by in-house partner Searcys.
Can I bring external suppliers or is everything provided in-house?
The venue has preferred in-house suppliers for catering (Searcys) and AV services. While the emails don't explicitly prohibit external suppliers, all quotes reference in-house services and there's a dedicated colleague (Ben) who handles filming enquiries, suggesting external production may require special approval through specific contacts.
What are the payment terms and booking procedures?
The venue operates through detailed proposals sent via email after initial enquiry. Site visits can be arranged (typically at 11:00am) where you meet the sales team at reception. Proposals include itemized breakdowns of venue hire, catering minimums, and AV packages. The venue uses a 2nd option hold system for provisional bookings while clients make decisions.
Are there any restrictions on event types or special requirements?
The venue accommodates conferences, award ceremonies, Christmas parties, boxing events, and filming. There are no explicit restrictions mentioned, though boxing events and unusual setups may require special discussion. The venue is fully accessible and located in Dean's Yard, Westminster with good transport links.
What happens if my budget is lower than the venue's minimums?
If your budget is below their minimums (one client mentioned £5,000-£6,000 vs. a proposal exceeding this), the venue will ask about budget flexibility. If there's no flexibility, they have a policy of helping find alternative venues, with sales staff stating they will "find the customer an alternative venue" when budgets don't align.
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