Max Rayne Foyer at 1 Wimpole Street
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Up to 80standing
Up to 40seated
Oxford Circus and Bond Streetnearest station
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About this space
Ground floor location with wheelchair accessibility
Natural daylight with wall uplighters
Adjacent to Max Rayne Auditorium for seamless event flow
Can combine with ENT Room for larger capacity
In-house AV team support
Award-winning catering team on-site
Our Max Rayne Foyer is conveniently located on the ground floor next to the Max Rayne Auditorium, making it fully accessible to wheelchair users. This space can accommodate up to 80 delegates and is a great accompanying catering or exhibition space for conferences taking place in the adjacent auditorium. It is also located next to the ENT Room, offering a loarger combined space if booked together. The Max Rayne Foyer offers some natural day light as well as wall uplighters to enhance the optics of your event.
Features
Wifi
Catering Area
Natural day light
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Space
Parking Spaces
Disabled Access
34.3m² (369ft²)
Ceiling Height 3m (10ft)
Capacities
40 Buffet
80 Reception
60 Standing
Guide prices
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Venue Hire Per Day
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Frequently asked questions
What are the exact room hire rates and minimum spend requirements for different spaces?
Max Rayne Auditorium costs £3,190 for daytime hire (theatre capacity 146) with complimentary access to the Atrium catering space. Evening reception hire for Max Rayne Atrium is £1,200 with a mandatory minimum catering spend of £2,500. Weekend bookings require a minimum spend of £3,000. All prices exclude VAT.
What are the minimum guest numbers required for catering and room bookings?
Most spaces require minimum chargeable numbers of 90 people for catering, though some smaller rooms like Heritage Centre require only 10 people minimum and Dame Deirdre Hine room requires 15 people minimum. The Day Delegate Package requires a minimum of 180 delegates.
What are the venue's operating hours and latest finish times?
The venue operates during standard business hours with evening availability until 10pm maximum. Service ends at 10pm to allow guests to wind down for departure. Evening events can run from 6:30pm-10pm, and the venue is closed on certain dates throughout the year.
What catering options are available and how much do they cost?
Standard catering includes tea/coffee with biscuits at £4.30 per person, networking nibbles at £6.00 per person, and 6 canapés at £23.00 per person. House wine costs £25.50 per bottle, beers £5.00 per bottle, and soft drinks £2.00 per can. Working lunch packages range from £26.25-£49.95 per person.
Can external food and drink be brought into the venue?
No external food or drink is allowed into the venue. All catering must be provided by the in-house catering team, and this policy is strictly enforced across all event spaces.
What AV equipment is included and what additional costs apply?
Max Rayne Auditorium includes projector, 2 handheld microphones, 2 lapel microphones, and lectern in the hire cost. Additional equipment available includes PA system with 2 handheld mics (£250), AV technician support (£950), laptop hire (£150), and hybrid streaming packages (£1,000-£3,240 depending on duration).
How long are quotes valid and what is the booking hold policy?
All quotes are valid for 5 days only. The venue does not automatically hold space when providing quotes - you must specifically request a temporary hold if needed. Site visits can be arranged to check room suitability before booking.
What are the capacity limits for different room layouts?
Max Rayne Auditorium holds 146 theatre style, Wheatley Room accommodates 72 cabaret/80 theatre/38 boardroom, and Max Rayne Atrium can hold up to 400 standing for receptions. Heritage Centre is limited to 17 boardroom style and must be kept at exactly 20°C to preserve antique books.
Are there any special restrictions or requirements for certain rooms?
Heritage Centre has a fixed temperature of 20°C that cannot be altered due to antique book preservation. Weekend hires require a minimum booking of £3,000. Some rooms have ethernet ports available for live streaming equipment, and the venue can accommodate hybrid events with streaming capabilities.
What setup and access times are available for events?
Access times vary by event type and room availability. For some events, auditorium access may be available from 5:30pm while catering spaces are only accessible from 6pm due to earlier events. Full-day access typically runs 8:00am-5:00pm, and setup requirements should be discussed when booking.
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