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Essex Suite

De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms

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Essex Suite at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, elegant meeting space for corporate events.
  • From £64 per person
  • 80 Theatre
  • Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Station
  • From £64 per person
  • 80 Theatre
  • Holborn & Covent Garden Underground Station
Historic 1775 venue in prime Covent Garden location with 37 versatile spaces and outdoor roof terrace access.
Caitlin McCavitt
Caitlin McCavitt

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Outdoor roof terrace for networking breaks
  • Professional cloakroom facilities
  • Natural daylight in meeting rooms
  • Disabled access across the venue
  • Day delegate packages with catering included
  • 37 versatile event spaces including Grand Hall
  • Historic 1775 building with original character
  • Covent Garden location with excellent transport links
  • In-house AV professionals and technical support
  • Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout

Located on the fourth, the Essex Suite has great design and character from the original building and is a fantastic traditional option for any business event. This elegant space, nestled within the prestigious De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden, offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern amenities. With complimentary Wi-Fi, in-house AV professionals, and a cloakroom for convenience, your meetings and conferences will run seamlessly. The suite also features access to an outdoor roof terrace, perfect for networking breaks or informal gatherings. Whether hosting a corporate meeting, training session, or a special event, the Essex Suite provides an inspiring backdrop that impresses clients and colleagues alike. Experience the sophistication and versatility of this remarkable venue, where every detail is designed to elevate your business occasion.

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 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, energizing lunch, free-flowing tea and coffee, flipchart, and 3000 lumen LCD projector with 8'x6' screen.

Room capacities vary by space and setup: 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 the Grand Hall up to 400 cabaret or 650 theatre style. All rooms have natural daylight and disabled access.

Additional catering includes unlimited tea, coffee and refreshments at £11.50 per person inclusive of VAT, energizing 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 prices are inclusive of VAT.

Standard package includes a 3000 lumen LCD projector with 8'x6' screen and 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 available for support.

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

The venue offers joint 1st option holds for events, but these require decisions within specific timeframes. Booking holds are released if no updates are received, and confirmation decisions may be required by specific deadlines such as 1pm on a designated date prior to the event.

Day Delegate packages typically require minimum guaranteed numbers of 10 people, with some rooms having specific minimums. For example, the reduced rate of £55.00 per delegate requires a minimum guaranteed number of 10 people, and larger events may have higher minimum requirements.

Security is compulsory for events at £29.40 per hour inclusive of VAT. Requirements are based on guest numbers: 1-200 guests require 2 guards, 201-400 guests require 4 guards, and 401-600 guests require 6 guards. Minimum 4 hours per booking with payment required no later than 1 month prior to the event.

Standard business events typically run 09:00-17:00, with room hire packages covering these hours. All spaces must be vacated by 17:00 or additional de-rig charges apply. Setup time from 06:00-09:00 may be available complimentary for certain packages.

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.