The Tavern Room at RSA House (The Royal Society of Arts)
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Up to 60standing
Up to 53seated
Charing Cross nearest station
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About this space
Built-in TV screen and sound bar
Natural light from ground floor windows
White Adam ceiling with dark walls
Wood flooring throughout
Howard Hodgkin artwork on loan from Arts Council
Grade II listed Georgian architecture
Rich in atmosphere and storytelling, the Tavern Room offers a more intimate side of RSA House. Once connected to the original Adelphi Tavern and later referenced by Charles Dickens in The Pickwick Papers, it has long been a place for conversation, debate and gathering. Today, its warm interiors and historic charm make it ideal for private dinners, drinks receptions and smaller celebrations where guests can connect in a setting full of character and creative history.
Features
Wifi
Artwork: 4 Screenprints of an Indian view by Howard Hodgkin on loan from the Arts Council
Built in Screen
Dark walls
natural light
White Adam Ceiling
wood flooring
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Recommended Caterering List Available
Recommended Caterers Only
Space
Disabled Access
Licenses
Licensed Until 11pm
Extensions Available
TENs Available
Wedding License
Capacities
32 Boardroom
40 Buffet
40 Cabaret
48 Dining
60 Reception
60 Standing
53 Theatre
32 U-Shaped
50 Wedding
Guide prices
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Business
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Venue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,320 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,320 / Venue FeeMinimum spend
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£764 / Minimum spendMinimum spend
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,111 / Minimum spendDining
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Venue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,320 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,320 / Venue FeeMinimum spend
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£764 / Minimum spendMinimum spend
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,111 / Minimum spendEvents
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Venue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,320 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,320 / Venue FeeMinimum spend
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£764 / Minimum spendMinimum spend
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,111 / Minimum spendGreat for a...
Intimate Georgian dining space Private Dining
- • Round table seating for 40 creates intimate conversation flow
- • Built-in TV screen enables seamless presentations during meals
- • Natural light from ground floor windows enhances dining atmosphere
Boardroom dining for 48 Corporate Event
- • Boardroom-style table accommodates 48 for formal business dining
- • White Adam ceiling and dark walls provide sophisticated backdrop
- • Grade II listed setting elevates corporate hospitality
Gallery setting with artwork Wine Tasting
- • Howard Hodgkin screenprints create gallery-like ambiance for tastings
- • Intimate 40-guest capacity ensures personalized wine education
- • Wood flooring and natural light showcase wine presentation perfectly
Location
RSA House (The Royal Society of Arts) 8 John Adam StreetLondonWest End WC2N 6EZLondon
Charing Cross
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dining capacity limits and seating arrangements for the Tavern Room?
The Tavern Room accommodates up to 48 guests for dining on round tables or 40 guests for seated buffet. The space can also host 50 guests for standing buffet or 60 for reception-style events. The room features elegant dark walls with a stunning White Adam ceiling and natural light.
What are the hire costs and minimum catering spend requirements?
Room hire ranges from £1,050 + VAT for half-day (8:30am-12pm or 1pm-5pm) to £1,350 + VAT for full day (8:30am-5pm). There is no specific minimum catering spend mentioned for the Tavern Room, unlike other RSA House spaces which typically require £600-£1,100 + VAT minimum spend.
What dining and catering options are available?
RSA House does not offer dry hire and prohibits external catering - all food must be provided by their in-house team. Catering options include 3-course meals (£65 + VAT per person), fork buffets (£45 + VAT per person), and various reception packages with canapés and drinks.
What audio-visual equipment is included and what are the additional costs?
The Tavern Room includes a built-in TV screen and sound bar. Additional AV equipment includes handheld/lapel microphones from £75 + VAT each, TV screens from £200 + VAT each, and flipcharts from £15 + VAT each, all subject to availability.
What are the booking hold periods and contract requirements?
RSA House will hold dates for up to two weeks while you decide on the venue. If they need a decision sooner, they provide 48 hours notice to either confirm with a signed contract or release the date.
Are there restrictions on event types or content?
RSA House requires detailed information about your organization's purpose, mission, values, and event content. Events must align with RSA's vision, mission, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitments. They ask about speakers, themes, political figures, controversial attendees, and how the event will be promoted.
What drinks packages and bar options are available?
Drinks options include sparkling wine reception (£18 + VAT per person), two-hour unlimited drinks packages with house wine, bottled beers and soft drinks (£30.50 + VAT per person), and half bottles of house wine with meals. Cocktails are available from £12 + VAT per cocktail.
What are the operating hours and weekend availability?
Standard events typically run from 8:30am-5pm during weekdays. RSA House is normally closed over weekends, requiring approximately £12,000 + VAT to open the house for weekend events. Evening events can extend later with additional charges.
What additional services and equipment can be hired?
Additional services include wireless uplighters (£25 + VAT each, maximum 16 subject to availability), flipcharts with pens (£15 + VAT each), and various AV equipment. All additional equipment is subject to availability and additional charges.
What makes the Tavern Room unique for dining events?
The Tavern Room is a Grade II listed space with elegant dark walls, a stunning White Adam ceiling, and natural light from windows. It features wood flooring and artwork including 4 screenprints by Howard Hodgkin on loan from the Arts Council. The space originally housed the Adelphi Tavern, featured in Charles Dickens' 'The Pickwick Papers'.
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