RCP London Events (Royal College of Physicians)

The venue requires a minimum spend of £2,000 + VAT for all bookings, regardless of duration. Even for a 4-hour shoot, this minimum applies and cannot be reduced.

Room hire varies by space: Council Chamber £1,000-£1,200 + VAT, Dorchester Library £2,000-£2,700 + VAT (with reductions available for certain bookings). The venue is closed for refurbishment throughout August.

Yes, removal of existing artwork is permitted as part of the filming guidelines. This allows productions to customize spaces to match their creative vision without permanent fixtures interfering with shots.

The venue has a loading bay specifically for equipment access. This facilitates easy transport of filming equipment, lighting rigs, and other production materials directly into the building.

Yes, daytime availability is limited. The venue manager has specifically declined daytime bookings in multiple instances, suggesting evening and night shoots are preferred or that daytime slots are heavily restricted.

The venue offers drinks reception packages at £22 + VAT per person (beer, wine, soft drinks and nibbles) and 3-course meals at £70-£74 + VAT with half bottle of wine. A 70-person minimum applies for dinner packages.

The venue operates on a first-option hold system where they will hold space initially, but if another enquiry comes in, you have 48 hours to confirm or your booking moves to a second-option waitlist. Early booking is recommended to secure preferred dates.

The venue requires disclosure of the event topic to ensure it adheres to the values of the Royal College of Physicians. This approval process applies to all bookings and must be completed before confirmation.

Yes, the venue frequently declines bookings that don't meet their budget requirements. Multiple enquiries have been rejected specifically due to insufficient budget, indicating they maintain strict minimum spending thresholds beyond the £2,000 base minimum.

The Grade I listed building features distinctive 1960s architecture with a juxtaposition of modern and historical styles. This provides versatile backdrops suitable for both contemporary and period productions seeking iconic architectural elements.