Durham Suite at Grand Connaught Rooms
Award winner Named Top 50 Meeting Venues 2026 2026 by Cvent
Up to 45seated
Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Stationnearest station
Seminarbest for
Holbornarea
About this space
Natural daylight throughout
Air conditioning for year-round comfort
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
Professional AV support available
Access to outdoor roof terrace
Flexible room configurations
Central Covent Garden location
Disabled access on third floor
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.
Features
Wifi
Built-in screen and projector
Modern design
Natural daylight
Food & Drink
External Catering Allowed
Corkage Charge
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Recommended Caterering List Available
Recommended Caterers Only
Space
Disabled Access
63m² (681ft²)
Ceiling Height 1m (4.3ft)
Capacities
20 Boardroom
30 Cabaret
28 Classroom
45 Theatre
20 U-Shaped
Guide prices
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Business
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Delegate packages
Daily Delegate RateEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£64 / Per PersonMain Meeting Room Hire Energising LunchUnlimited Tea, Coffee & Refreshmentsx1 Flipchart, Projector & ScreenWIFIDelegate Stationary
About this venue
Grand Connaught Rooms brochureStanding on Great Queen Street, that connects Covent Garden with Holborn in the West End of London, is the Grade II* listed De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. With a history dating back to 1775, the building has long been an important event venue, and was once home to the original Freemasons’ Tavern before becoming a hotel in 1909.
Since then, the venue has hosted some of the world‘s leading politicians, royalty and celebrities with its grand Georgian architecture and art-deco interiors offering 37 exceptional spaces for a wide range of conferences, exhibitions, celebrations and weddings.
Great for a...
Boardroom with roof terrace Corporate Meeting
- • Natural daylight ensures comfortable working environment
- • Air conditioning maintains optimal temperature control
- • Outdoor roof terrace provides networking space
Modern space with AV Conference
- • Professional AV support delivers seamless presentations
- • Flexible configurations accommodate various setups
- • High-speed Wi-Fi enables hybrid connectivity
Fresh modern environment Corporate Training
- • Purpose-built design optimizes learning experience
- • Roof terrace access offers refreshing break space
- • Central location ensures easy delegate access
Location
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Grand Connaught Rooms Covent GardenUKHolborn WC2B 5DALondon
Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Station
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dry hire rates for business meetings and conferences?
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.
What does the Day Delegate Rate include and how much does it cost?
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").
What are the capacity limits for different room setups?
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).
Are there mandatory additional costs I need to budget for?
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.
What AV equipment is included and what costs extra?
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.
How long can I hold a provisional booking before confirming?
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.
What catering options are available for business events?
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.
What are the restrictions for ticketed events?
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.
Are there specific timing restrictions I should know about?
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.
What breakout and syndicate rooms are available?
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).
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