Ampthill Suite at Grand Connaught Rooms
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Up to 100seated
Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Stationnearest station
Professional Development Workshopbest for
Holbornarea
About this space
Natural daylight throughout
Complimentary Wi-Fi
In-house AV professionals
Cloakroom facilities
Outdoor roof terrace
Historic 1775 building
37 versatile spaces available
Central Covent Garden location
Professional event management
Located on the third floor, the Ampthill Suite blends the original building’s historic character with stylish modern amenities. Its distinctive and versatile setting is ideal for meetings, conferences and corporate gatherings, as well as private drinks receptions for up to 120 standing guests.
Features
Wifi
Natural daylight
Period charm
AV capabilities
Food & Drink
External Catering Allowed
Corkage Charge
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Recommended Caterering List Available
Recommended Caterers Only
Space
Disabled Access
90m² (968.8ft²)
Ceiling Height 2m (5ft)
Capacities
32 Boardroom
48 Cabaret
50 Classroom
100 Theatre
48 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 HireMain Meeting Room HireUnlimited 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...
Historic charm meets functionality Corporate Meeting
- • Natural daylight ensures comfortable working environment
- • In-house AV professionals provide seamless technical support
- • Outdoor roof terrace offers refreshing networking breaks
37 versatile spaces available Conference
- • Multiple room configurations accommodate various group sizes
- • Complimentary Wi-Fi supports digital presentations and connectivity
- • Central Covent Garden location provides excellent transport links
Professional development focused Corporate Training
- • Traditional yet stylish setting enhances learning atmosphere
- • Cloakroom facilities ensure guest convenience and security
- • Professional event management delivers smooth workshop execution
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 events and what's included?
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.
What are the Day Delegate Rate packages and pricing?
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.
What are the capacity limits for different room setups?
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.
What additional catering options are available beyond the standard packages?
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.
What AV equipment is included and what are the upgrade costs?
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.
What are the booking hold policies and decision deadlines?
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.
Are there restrictions on ticket sales for 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.
What are the venue's operating hours and setup requirements?
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.
What syndicate and breakout room options are available?
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.
What are the minimum numbers and payment requirements?
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.
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