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Durham Suite

De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms

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Durham Suite meeting room with modern seating, ideal for professional events.
  • From £64 per person
  • 45 Theatre
  • Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Station
  • From £64 per person
  • 45 Theatre
  • Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Station
Third-floor location with exclusive access to a charming outdoor roof terrace for networking breaks and fresh air moments.
Mike Williams
Mike Williams

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Access to outdoor roof terrace
  • Flexible room configurations
  • Central Covent Garden location
  • Disabled access on third floor
  • Natural daylight throughout
  • Air conditioning for year-round comfort
  • Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
  • Professional AV support available

Located on the third floor, the Durham Suite is a purpose-built conference room that has a fresh and modern feel, making it an ideal choice for business meetings, corporate events, and conferences. With its elegant design and state-of-the-art facilities, this versatile space accommodates various setups, ensuring your event runs smoothly. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, in-house AV professionals, and access to a charming outdoor roof terrace for breaks or networking. Situated within the prestigious De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden, the Durham Suite offers a unique blend of historic charm and contemporary amenities, providing a stunning backdrop for any business occasion. Elevate your event experience in this sophisticated venue, where every detail is tailored to meet your needs.

Frequently asked questions

Dry hire packages start from £10,000.00 for larger events, with smaller meeting rooms available from £530.00 VAT exempt (reduced from £1,390.00). Room hire includes meeting room hire, pads & pencils, comprehensive Wi-Fi, and chilled conference mineral water.

The Day Delegate Rate ranges from £55.00 to £87.00 per person inclusive of VAT (reduced from up to £189.00). It includes room hire 09:00-17:00, air-conditioned room with daylight, superfast Wi-Fi, water, pastries & smoothies on arrival, yogurt & granola pots, energizing lunch, free-flowing tea/coffee/refreshments, flipchart, and 3000 lumen LCD projector & screen (8"x6").

The Durham Suite accommodates up to 45 delegates in theatre style with natural daylight and disabled access on the 3rd floor. Other available spaces include the Dorset Suite (60 classroom style), Cambridge Suite (24 boardroom style), and larger spaces like the Cornwall Suite (200 cabaret or 250 theatre style).

Security is compulsory for events based on guest numbers: 1-200 guests require 2 guards at £29.40 per hour inclusive of VAT, with a minimum 4-hour booking. Security must be paid no later than 1 month prior to the event. A discretionary 3% service charge may be added to final invoices.

Basic package includes a 3000 lumen LCD projector & screen (8"x6") and flipchart. Additional AV like bigger screens, extra projectors, or specialized equipment incurs additional charges. The venue can provide quotes from their AV supplier for specific requirements.

The venue offers joint 1st option holds but requires decisions within specific timeframes. For example, bookings may require confirmation by 1pm on a specified date (typically about a week before) or the space will be released to other clients.

Options include unlimited tea/coffee/refreshments at £5.75-£11.50 per person inclusive of VAT, energizing lunch at £20.95 per person, sandwich lunch at £12.95 per person, bacon/egg baps at £4.95 per person, and Danish pastries at £4.00 per person. All F&B rates are inclusive of VAT.

For ticketed events, all tickets must be pre-purchased and the venue does not allow tickets to be sold on the night. This policy applies to all ticketed events regardless of size or type.

Standard room hire typically runs 09:00-17:00, with all spaces required to be vacated by 17:00 or additional de-rig charges apply. For events extending beyond standard hours, additional room hire charges will apply.

Syndicate rooms are available at £650.00 VAT exempt per room (reduced from £1,500.00). Options include Oxford and Cambridge (56 theatre style), Covent Garden Suite and Dorset (105 theatre style), Durham and Derby (45 theatre style), Holborn (50 theatre style), and Boardrooms 1-4 (12 boardroom style each).

More about De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms

Located in the heart of Covent Garden, De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms is on the West End's most iconic and prestigious events venues. With a heritage dating back to 1775, the building has transformed from a Freemasons' Tavern to a distinguished hotel, and today stands as a premier destination for events of all kinds.

The venue offers 37 versatile spaces, including the magnificent Grand Hall, two additional grand spaces, three stylish bars, a variety of meeting rooms, and a stunning penthouse with a rooftop terrace. It is perfect for creating memorable experiences for any budget or occasion.