The Vestibules

60 Great Queen Street

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  • From £10500
  • 500 Standing
  • Covent Garden
  • From £10500
  • 500 Standing
  • Covent Garden
Flexible Art Deco dining space that divides into three distinct areas with decorative doors, offering unmatched versatility for multi-format events.
Aidan De Forest-Brown
Aidan De Forest-Brown

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • High ornate ceilings
  • Tower Doors entrance
  • Long Room access included
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Art Deco original features
  • Banqueting furniture included
  • Dedicated cloakroom facilities
  • Flexible space division into 3 areas

The Vestibules can be used as one large dining hall, with space for up to 300 or divided into 3 different spaces, depending on your need.

Dining for 200, with a separate dancefloor and drinks reception area, work beautifully across this magnificent space.

With magnificent, ornate high ceilings and breath taking, original Art Deco features, The Vestibules are the perfect venue if you want to make a lasting, stylish impression.

If you hire The Vestibules you get access to The Tower Doors and Cloakroom plus The Long Room from £10.5k.




Frequently asked questions

The Vestibules venue hire is £5,000 + VAT per day, which includes security and cleaning for the live event. Access times are 07:00 - 23:00, with a late license available until 2am for an additional cost. When you hire The Vestibules, you also get access to The Tower Doors, Cloakroom, and The Long Room from £10.5k total.

The Vestibules can accommodate up to 200 seated for dining with a separate dancefloor and drinks reception area. The maximum seated capacity is 300 for banqueting, and up to 500 for standing receptions. The space can be divided into 3 different areas using decorative doors depending on your needs.

The venue works exclusively with Moving Venue, London's leading heritage venue caterer, for all food and beverage requirements. You cannot bring external caterers - all catering must be provided through Moving Venue. They offer everything from elegant drinks receptions and stylish dinners to full awards evening menus tailored to your event.

Standard venue access is from 07:00 - 23:00 (7am to 11pm) included in the base hire fee. The venue has a license until 2am, so you can extend your event hours for £750 per hour beyond 11pm. Late license extensions are not included in the standard venue hire cost.

Guests enter through the exclusive Bronze Tower Doors and check coats in the Grade II listed cloakroom. They then ascend the sweeping marble staircase to enter The Vestibules, which works perfectly as a drinks reception area. You also get access to The Long Room as part of your hire from the £10.5k total package.

The venue does not have built-in AV equipment in The Vestibules - all technical equipment must be brought in by external suppliers. The venue works with recommended AV suppliers who can provide screens, microphones, PA systems, lighting, and staging as needed. You'll need to arrange and budget separately for any technical requirements.

Yes, The Vestibules can be divided into 3 distinct areas using decorative doors, each with its own unique charm. This flexibility allows you to create separate spaces for different parts of your event, such as a drinks reception area and dining area. The £5,000 + VAT hire fee covers the full space regardless of how you configure it.

Due to venue licensing terms, concerts are not permitted at 60 Great Queen Street. The venue is suitable for dinners, receptions, awards ceremonies, corporate events, and private celebrations, but live music concerts are specifically prohibited. Other entertainment like DJs, bands for background music, and performances are generally acceptable.

Christmas party packages are available through Smart Parties, starting from around £333 + VAT per person with a minimum of 120 guests. Packages typically include exclusive venue hire, themed decoration, drinks reception, three-course dinner, unlimited house drinks, AV equipment, dance floor, DJ, security, and dedicated event management. Specific Christmas theming and entertainment varies by package.

Beyond the £5,000 + VAT base hire fee, you must use Moving Venue for all catering (costs vary by menu), and any AV/technical requirements must be arranged separately through external suppliers. If you need extended hours beyond 11pm, this costs £750 per hour. All other services like additional security, entertainment, or decoration are optional extras.




More about 60 Great Queen Street

A stunning Art Deco masterpiece in the heart of Covent Garden.

This Grade II* listed venue is a true icon of timeless elegance, featuring breathtaking architecture and luxurious interiors. From the awe-inspiring mosaic ceilings of the Grand Temple to the charming intimacy of its unique spaces, every corner of this historic landmark exudes grandeur and heritage. Whether hosting a grand event or a more intimate gathering, 60 Great Queen Street promises an unforgettable experience from the moment you step inside.

Perfect for: Conferences, Filming, Awards, Premiers, Screenings, Fashion Shows