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Ampthill Suite

De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms

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Ampthill Suite meeting room with round tables, ideal for workshops and conferences.
  • From £64 per person
  • 100 Theatre
  • Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Station
  • From £64 per person
  • 100 Theatre
  • Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Station
Historic 1775 venue in Covent Garden with outdoor roof terrace and in-house AV professionals for seamless business events.
Joana Seguí Rubio
Joana Seguí Rubio

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Historic 1775 building
  • 37 versatile spaces available
  • Central Covent Garden location
  • Professional event management
  • Natural daylight throughout
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • In-house AV professionals
  • Cloakroom facilities
  • Outdoor roof terrace

Located on the third floor, the Ampthill Suite has great design and character from the original building, making it an exceptional choice for any business event. This traditional yet stylish venue is perfect for meetings, conferences, and corporate gatherings, offering a unique blend of historic charm and modern amenities. With complimentary Wi-Fi, in-house AV professionals, and a cloakroom for convenience, your event will run smoothly. The outdoor roof terrace provides a refreshing break space, allowing guests to unwind while enjoying stunning views of Covent Garden. Situated within the prestigious De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, your event will benefit from the venue's opulent surroundings and exceptional service. Elevate your business meetings in the Ampthill Suite, where elegance meets functionality.

Frequently asked questions

Dry hire packages start from £10,000.00 and can be reduced to £14,000.00 inclusive of VAT for certain events. Room hire is VAT exempt and includes meeting room hire, pads and pencils, free comprehensive Wi-Fi throughout the site, and chilled conference mineral water inside the room.

Day Delegate Rates range from £55.00 to £87.00 per person inclusive of VAT (reduced from standard rates of £129.00-£189.00). The package includes room hire 09:00-17:00, air-conditioned room with daylight, superfast Wi-Fi, water, pastries and smoothies on arrival, yogurt and granola pots, energising lunch, free-flowing tea and coffee, flipchart, and 3000 lumen LCD projector with 8'x6' screen.

Room capacities vary by space: Dorset Suite accommodates up to 60 delegates in classroom style, Cambridge Suite up to 24 in boardroom style, Cornwall Suite up to 200 cabaret or 250 theatre style, and Grand Hall up to 400 cabaret or 650 theatre style. All rooms have natural daylight, disabled access, and are located on different floors throughout the venue.

Additional catering includes unlimited tea, coffee and refreshments at £11.50 per person inclusive of VAT, energising lunch at £20.95 per person, sandwich lunch at £12.95 per person, bacon or egg bap at £4.95 per person, and Danish pastries at £4.00 per person. All F&B rates are inclusive of VAT where applicable.

Standard package includes 3000 lumen LCD projector and 8'x6' screen, plus one flipchart. LCD projector and screen upgrades start from £195.00 inclusive of VAT, with bigger screen upgrades available at additional charges. The venue has in-house AV professionals and can provide quotes for additional equipment requirements.

The venue offers joint 1st option holds for events, but requires decisions within specific timeframes. Booking holds are released if no updates are received, and confirmation decisions must be made by specified deadlines (such as 1pm on a particular date) or the booking will be automatically released.

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 operates from 09:00-17:00, with all spaces required to be vacated by 17:00 or additional de-rig charges apply. Setup from 06:00-09:00 can be arranged complimentary for certain packages. The venue provides dedicated event managers for larger events.

Multiple syndicate rooms are available at £650.00 VAT exempt per room, including Oxford (56 theatre style), Cambridge (56 theatre style), Covent Garden Suite (105 theatre style), Dorset (105 theatre style), Durham (45 theatre style), Derby (45 theatre style), and Holborn (50 theatre style). Boardrooms 1-4 accommodate up to 12 in boardroom style at £650.00 VAT exempt per room.

Day Delegate packages typically require minimum guaranteed numbers (such as 10 people for boardroom packages). Payment terms require certain fees to be paid no later than 1 month prior to the event. Room hire rates are VAT exempt while catering and additional services are inclusive of VAT where applicable.

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.