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John Newsom-Davis Suite

41 Portland Place

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Elegant dining space at John Newsom-Davis Suite for formal gala events.
  • From £3768.5611
  • 150 Reception
  • Regents Park, Great Portland Street, Oxford Circus, Marylebone
  • From £3768.5611
  • 150 Reception
  • Regents Park, Great Portland Street, Oxford Circus, Marylebone
Historic Grade II* listed Georgian townhouse in prestigious Academy of Medical Sciences with profits supporting medical research.
Viviana Delarosa
Viviana Delarosa

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  • Natural light throughout
  • Central Marylebone location
  • Searcys catering partnership
  • Screen and projector included
  • Wi-Fi and flipchart facilities
  • Grade II* listed Georgian townhouse
  • Council Chamber and Reception room combination
  • Rooftop terrace access
  • Wolfson Conference Suite soundproof room
  • Full day delegate packages available
The John Newsom-Davis Suite is a beautifully restored Georgian space in the heart of Marylebone, London. Accommodating up to 70 guests in theatre style, it’s ideal for conferences, meetings, and seminars. Equipped with state-of-the-art AV and full catering, the suite ensures a seamless event experience. With elegant design and historic charm, the Council Chambers offers a sophisticated setting for strategy sessions, corporate gatherings, and medical conferences, with flexible layouts tailored to your needs.

Frequently asked questions

Weekend events have a minimum spend of £4,000 per day. This applies to all Saturday and Sunday bookings regardless of event type or guest count.

The standard Day Delegate Package is £80 plus VAT per person, or £65 plus VAT per person on Mondays and Fridays, with a minimum of 30 guests. The package includes room hire 8am-5pm, arrival tea/coffee with pastries, mid-morning refreshments, deli sandwich lunch with sides, afternoon tea/coffee with fruit, screen and projector, Wi-Fi, flipchart, cloakroom, and directional signage.

The venue can accommodate up to 60 people for seated meals. For standing receptions, the capacity increases to 120 guests across the first floor spaces including the Council Chamber, Reception Room, and rooftop terrace.

DJ services start from £850 plus VAT. If you need dancing space with a DJ, you can hire the Wolfson Room and Exhibition Area for an additional £700 plus VAT. Late licensing to midnight costs £500 plus VAT.

Several upgrades are available: healthy working lunch upgrade costs £5.50 plus VAT per person, bowl food (5 bowls per person) costs £11.50 plus VAT per person, and fork buffet lunch costs £15.00 plus VAT per person. All upgrades have minimum number requirements.

Standard access times are 8am-5pm for day events. Evening events typically run 5pm-11pm, with late licensing available until midnight for an additional £500 plus VAT. Wedding receptions can access from 5pm-11pm as standard.

For conferences and meetings, the Council Chamber and Reception Room combination is recommended. For workshops, the Laurie Landeau and Fellows Room are suggested. For events requiring dancing or entertainment, the Wolfson Room and Exhibition Area can be added for £700 plus VAT.

After receiving a bespoke proposal, you can request a provision hold on your preferred date. The venue provides venue brochures, sample menus, and tailored proposals for review. Site visits can be arranged to view the spaces before confirming your booking.

The venue allows external DJs and entertainment, though in-house options are available. For dancing, you can use the Reception Room with background music through the PA system, opt for a silent disco, or hire additional space with a DJ for £700 plus VAT extra.

Standard AV includes screen and projector, Wi-Fi, flipchart, PA system, handheld microphones, and iPad with Spotify. Room dimensions are available upon request from the events team, particularly important for events requiring specific setup configurations or product displays.

More about 41 Portland Place

Academy of Medical Science - 41 Portland Place is a Central London venue providing period and modern rooms for meetings and events. The venue is conveniently located close to Oxford Circus, Regents Park & Great Portland Street. The Grade II* listed Georgian Townhouse provides event spaces that combine period grandeur and modern facilities, ideal for meetings, conferences, product launches, receptions, dinners and weddings. The venue is perfect for events between 5 - 120 guests. Profits generated through venue hire are used to fund activities run by the Academy.

John Newsom-Davis Suite at 41 Portland Place - Events

Capacity: Up to 150 guests (Reception)
Location: 41 Portland Place, Marylebone, W1B 1QH, London
Coordinates: 51.5205233, -0.1456144

Features

  • Adjoining Reception Room for pre-dinner drinks or breakout space
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Bespoke catering options
  • Catering services
  • Dedicated event planning support
  • Elegant decor
  • Event design and styling services
  • Flexible floorplan
  • Flexible room layout options
  • Flexible seating arrangements
  • Full AV support
  • High ceilings
  • In-house catering services
  • Modern amenities
  • Natural light
  • Private dining options
  • Quality AV facilities
  • Rooftop garden access
  • Rooftop terrace access

Food & Drink

  • External Catering Allowed
  • Corkage Charge
  • Kitchenette
  • Catering Equipment Provided
  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering
  • Kosher Catering

Space

  • 118m² (1,270ft²)

Capacities

  • 60 Boardroom
  • 80 Dining
  • 150 Reception
  • 120 Standing
  • 120 Theatre

Venue Guide Prices

Events

Minimum spend

PriceSchedule
£3,769 / Minimum spendEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Minimum spend

PriceSchedule
£3,769 / Minimum spendEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum spend requirement for weekend events?

Weekend events have a minimum spend of £4,000 per day. This applies to all Saturday and Sunday bookings regardless of event type or guest count.

What are the Day Delegate Package rates and what's included?

The standard Day Delegate Package is £80 plus VAT per person, or £65 plus VAT per person on Mondays and Fridays, with a minimum of 30 guests. The package includes room hire 8am-5pm, arrival tea/coffee with pastries, mid-morning refreshments, deli sandwich lunch with sides, afternoon tea/coffee with fruit, screen and projector, Wi-Fi, flipchart, cloakroom, and directional signage.

What is the maximum capacity for seated meals versus standing receptions?

The venue can accommodate up to 60 people for seated meals. For standing receptions, the capacity increases to 120 guests across the first floor spaces including the Council Chamber, Reception Room, and rooftop terrace.

What are the additional costs for DJ services and late licensing?

DJ services start from £850 plus VAT. If you need dancing space with a DJ, you can hire the Wolfson Room and Exhibition Area for an additional £700 plus VAT. Late licensing to midnight costs £500 plus VAT.

What catering upgrade options are available and at what cost?

Several upgrades are available: healthy working lunch upgrade costs £5.50 plus VAT per person, bowl food (5 bowls per person) costs £11.50 plus VAT per person, and fork buffet lunch costs £15.00 plus VAT per person. All upgrades have minimum number requirements.

What are the standard access times and can they be extended?

Standard access times are 8am-5pm for day events. Evening events typically run 5pm-11pm, with late licensing available until midnight for an additional £500 plus VAT. Wedding receptions can access from 5pm-11pm as standard.

What room combinations are recommended for different event types?

For conferences and meetings, the Council Chamber and Reception Room combination is recommended. For workshops, the Laurie Landeau and Fellows Room are suggested. For events requiring dancing or entertainment, the Wolfson Room and Exhibition Area can be added for £700 plus VAT.

What is the booking process and how do provision holds work?

After receiving a bespoke proposal, you can request a provision hold on your preferred date. The venue provides venue brochures, sample menus, and tailored proposals for review. Site visits can be arranged to view the spaces before confirming your booking.

Are there restrictions on external suppliers and entertainment?

The venue allows external DJs and entertainment, though in-house options are available. For dancing, you can use the Reception Room with background music through the PA system, opt for a silent disco, or hire additional space with a DJ for £700 plus VAT extra.

What AV equipment is included and what are the room dimensions?

Standard AV includes screen and projector, Wi-Fi, flipchart, PA system, handheld microphones, and iPad with Spotify. Room dimensions are available upon request from the events team, particularly important for events requiring specific setup configurations or product displays.

Venue Photos

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Amenities & Features

  • Grade II* listed Georgian townhouse
  • Council Chamber and Reception room combination
  • Rooftop terrace access
  • Wolfson Conference Suite soundproof room
  • Full day delegate packages available
  • Natural light throughout
  • Central Marylebone location
  • Searcys catering partnership
  • Screen and projector included
  • Wi-Fi and flipchart facilities

Event Types

Great for: Historic Grade II* listed Georgian townhouse in prestigious Academy of Medical Sciences with profits supporting medical research.

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