Church House Westminster - London
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Dean's Yard
London
Greater London
SW1P 3NZ
020 7390 1590
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Church House Westminster description
Hotel / Conference Centre
Extra Large (300+)
NINETEEN ROOMS WITH CHARACTER
Our nineteen rooms are full of character and range from the large and impressive to the small and intimate. Our flexible event spaces can accommodate up to 664 guests in a single space and be adapted to fit all event requirements.
A PRIME CENTRAL LONDON LOCATION
One of the capital’s true hidden gems, we are set within Dean’s Yard and offer a peaceful and green setting along with stunning views of Westminster Abbey whilst being only a few minutes’ walk from Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament and St
James’s Park. We are served by excellent transport links and are within easy walking
distance of both Westminster and St James’s Park underground stations, Victoria, Waterloo and Charing Cross mainline train stations.
AN AWARD-WINNING TEAM OF EVENT PROFESSIONALS
Customer service is at the heart of everything we do and our award winning events, catering, AV and porter teams will look after every part of your event to ensure that everything runs seamlessly. Our recent awards include; AIM Gold, BDRC Venue Verdict Gold Standard and AV Award’s Best In-House Team Finalist 2015.
Venue suitability
This venue is suitable for the following uses:
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Venue facilities
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Within 320 metres
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Other venue facilities
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Explore the rooms this venue has for hire by expanding the sections below.
Built in 1939 our stunning Grade II Assembly Hall was designed by world renowned architect Sir Herbert Baker. Natural light streams through the
15 arched windows onto the gallery level, but can be darkened if required. The polished English oak paneling and emblems sit beneath the room’s
architectural focal point - a striking 30-
foot glass dome. The dome shape of The Assembly Hall can be configured to comfortably
accommodate a theatre style conference for 664, dinner for 372 or reception for 550.
Capacity
As meeting room:
198
For dining:
372
As theatre:
664
For dancing:
288
For a reception:
550
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Steeped in history, our Hoare Memorial Hall has a stately atmosphere and played host to the House of Commons for a period during the Second World
War. Its elegant oak-panelling, Art Deco Chandeliers, built-in stage and gallery gives the room a strong personality. The hall is often used in conjunction with the Assembly Hall and is an alternative venue for conferences, seminars, receptions and dinners.
Capacity
As meeting room:
55
For dining:
150
As theatre:
270
For dancing:
120
For a reception:
250
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Modern and spacious, our Harvey Goodwin Suite is a self-contained room with the latest facilities. Its large and secondary glazed windows allow
for plenty of natural daylight, whilst keeping the room sound-proofed. It is directly linked to our Robert Runcie room, which can be used as a breakout space. The Harvey Goodwin Suite is
situated close to our Great Smith Street entrance, making it easily accessible for guests.
Capacity
As meeting room:
55
For dining:
150
As theatre:
180
For dancing:
120
For a reception:
250
228m x 0m
An atmospheric blend of elegant stucco ceiling, traditional oak panelling and a stunning stone balcony with views of Dean’s Yard and Westminster Abbey, the Bishop Partridge Hall is one of our most popular rooms. It can be used as
a meeting and conference room or for social occasions such as dinners and receptions. It also offers a spacious area, directly outside the room for pre-event registration.
Capacity
As meeting room:
40
For dining:
90
As theatre:
120
For a reception:
150
132m x 0m
Large enough to accommodate meetings, smaller conferences and workshops, yet with an intimate
atmosphere suited to press conferences and dinners, our Convocation Hall combines grace and history - the room housed the House of Lords for periods during the Second World War. A low stage at one end of the room is framed by classically inspired arch details, with a private seated gallery at the other end.
Capacity
As meeting room:
40
For dining:
60
As theatre:
100
For a reception:
90
Our Robert Runcie Room offers a spacious yet intimate setting for up to 120 guests. Located on the lower ground floor, the room has a private staircase leading to the Harvey Goodwin Suite so the two rooms can easily be used in conjunction with each other.
Capacity
As meeting room:
30
For dining:
80
As theatre:
60
For a reception:
120
Located on the ground floor, our Council Room offers a wonderful view of Dean's Yard and Westminster Abbey. With its small lobby, this elegant room can be used as a self-contained area, suiting small meetings or private dinners.
Capacity
As meeting room:
30
For dining:
36
As theatre:
45
For a reception:
40
Named after the architect of the building, our Sir Herbert Baker Room is a flexible and elegant meeting space located on the ground floor. With its large leaded windows, it benefits from natural daylight and superb views of Westminster Abbey and Dean's Yard. The Sir Herbert Baker Room can be used with the adjacent Westminster and Abbey Rooms to create a suite of three rooms.
Capacity
As meeting room:
15
For dining:
20
As theatre:
25
For a reception:
20
Located on the ground floor, our Abbey Room overlooks Dean's Yard and Westminster Abbey. This versatile meeting room is adjacent to the Westminster and Herbert Baker Rooms and is well-suited to private corporate meetings, intimate dinners, atmospheric receptions and interview sessions.
Capacity
As meeting room:
25
For dining:
36
As theatre:
45
For a reception:
40
Bright and airy, the Westminster Room benefits from large leaded windows, natural light and stunning views of Westminster Abbey. This small room, situated on the ground floor next to the Abbey Room, is well suited for boardroom meetings, interviews and presentations or can be used as a breakout space for a larger event.
Capacity
As meeting room:
20
For dining:
30
As theatre:
40
For a reception:
40
Originally used by bishops as their robing room during General Synod, our Bishops' Robing Room is adjacent to the Convocation Hall and makes an ideal breakout space and green room for guest speakers. It can also be used on its own for small discussion groups, meetings and interviews.
Capacity
As meeting room:
12
For dining:
12
As theatre:
20
Often used for smaller meetings, our Charter Room is located on the first floor and overlooks Dean's Yard and Westminster Abbey. With its elegant style, it can be used for private meetings, intimate dinners and interview sessions or be hired as an additional space for larger conferences.
Capacity
As meeting room:
16
For dining:
12
As theatre:
25
One of our smaller spaces, the Jubilee Room is situated next to the popular Bishop Partridge Hall and can be used as an additional room for a larger event. With its stunning views of Dean's Yard and Westminster Abbey, this intimate space also suits intimate dinners, small discussion groups and can also be used as an office for event organiser's.
Capacity
As meeting room:
12
For dining:
12
As theatre:
20
Used by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York as their offices during General Synod, Canterbury Room and the adjacent York Room are full of history and are well-suited for private meetings, one-to-one discussions and interviews. They can also be used as breakout spaces or an organiser's office for conferences and corporate events.
Capacity
As meeting room:
6
Located on the first floor, next to the Convocation Hall, our College Room is often used in conjunction with larger spaces. Its intimate size makes it a suitable green room for speakers or an organiser's office. It can also accommodate small meetings.
Capacity
As meeting room:
8
Located on the lower ground floor, our Coggan Room is one of three small rooms purpose built for meetings, training and workshops. It has its own projector and screen and can be used individually or in conjunction with our Ramsey Room and Temple Room.
Capacity
As meeting room:
12
As theatre:
15
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