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The James Watt

The Brewery

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Event space at The James Watt with black chairs and modern lighting for presentations.
  • From £115
  • 100 Reception
  • Moorgate, Barbican, Liverpool Street
  • From £115
  • 100 Reception
  • Moorgate, Barbican, Liverpool Street
Self-contained venue within a larger venue that combines integrated AV systems with award-winning in-house catering all within one space.
Bradley Mezei
Bradley Mezei

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Can act as sizeable breakout space for larger rooms
  • Capacity for 50 to 90 delegates
  • Award-winning in-house catering team
  • Built-in LED light system for room colour washes
  • Integrated PA system
  • Self-contained space with all catering within the room
The Brewery's James Watt Room is a fully self-contained venue within a larger venue that is ideal for meetings, workshops, and training events. With a capacity for 50 to 90, it's also well-suited as a breakout space for conferences held in the larger rooms. Our event designers are at your disposal to help organise and manage your event, freeing you up to concentrate on making your meeting or seminar productive and successful. Catering and beverages are available onsite, as well.

Frequently asked questions

The James Watt Room accommodates 50 to 90 people and is a fully self-contained space within The Brewery. It's ideal for meetings, workshops, training events, and can also serve as a breakout space for larger conferences. The room features integrated catering facilities within the space itself.

The room includes an integrated PA system and built-in LED light system for room colour washes. For additional AV requirements like projectors, screens, and microphones, there is a minimum AV spend requirement that varies by event size and needs.

Day delegate rates typically range from £85-£130 per person excluding VAT, depending on the package and catering requirements. This includes room hire, basic AV, catering breaks, and event management support. Additional costs apply for enhanced AV setups and security requirements.

All catering is provided within the self-contained space. Options include The Brew Coffee Shop breaks, Food Stall lunches with water and cordials, and complimentary snacks with minimum break bookings. Iced water is provided throughout the day for full-day events.

Standard business events typically run from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM with room clearance required by the end time. Access is usually available from 7:00 AM for setup, and events must conclude by 5:30 PM to allow for breakdown and room turnover.

Yes, security guards/fire marshals are mandatory at £395 per guard excluding VAT (typically 1 required per 100 guests). There may also be minimum AV spend requirements ranging from £1,000-£1,570 excluding VAT depending on technical needs.

The venue operates on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot hold dates without confirmed bookings. For popular periods, early booking is essential. The booking process involves initial enquiry, proposal review, and confirmation with payment terms to secure the date.

Standard inclusions are full event management support, complimentary cloakroom, fantastic Wi-Fi connectivity, LED lighting systems, digital room signage, and all basic linen, crockery and furniture. The space is fully self-contained with integrated catering facilities.

Yes, the James Watt Room can act as a sizeable breakout space for conferences held in The Brewery's larger rooms like King George III or Queen Charlotte. This allows for workshop sessions, smaller group discussions, or networking spaces as part of multi-room conference packages.

While specific supplier policies aren't detailed in available information, The Brewery provides comprehensive in-house services including catering, AV, and event management. For external requirements, coordination would need to be arranged through the events team during the planning process.

More about The Brewery

Grade II-listed former brewery with brick barrel vaults and a concealed private bar, built for high-energy dinners that flip seamlessly into a late-night dancefloor with strong in-house production.