Writing Room at The Royal Institution

Function Room in a Museum · Private space

  31 reviews  – 
21 Albemarle Street, London, W1S 4BS –
Green Park Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 30
seats
Up to 20
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Writing Room at The Royal Institution offers a serene and historic space nestled within one of London's esteemed scientific institutions. Known for its elegant decor and tranquil ambiance, the room provides a peaceful retreat for scholars, writers, and thinkers alike.

With its rich heritage and scholarly atmosphere, the Writing Room serves as an inspiring environment for research, contemplation, and creative endeavors. Whether for academic pursuits or quiet reflection, guests can enjoy the unique blend of intellectual heritage and modern comforts at The Royal Institution's Writing Room.

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £600 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £600 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £600 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £600 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£1500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £1500 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £600 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £600 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £600 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £720 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 20
Dining
up to 20
Theatre
up to 30
Boardroom
up to 12
Cabaret
up to 12
U-Shaped
up to 9
Classroom
up to 12

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(31 reviews and ratings - )

TC
Tracy C.
March 2018
Excellent communication
Thank you for looking after us. We will be back to see you again.
5.0
TC
Tracy C.
March 2018
Meeting · 8 guests
fabulous venue, great catering and the day went very well. We will be back!
5.0
JR
Julia R.
October 2017
Meeting · 9 guests
Amazing location and great customer service.
5.0
EG
Ekin G.
June 2017
Meeting · 11 guests
4.3

About The Royal Institution

Renowned as the home of scientific research and communication for more than 200 years, we are the proud home of 14 Nobel Prize winners as well as the discovery of 10 chemical elements. The Ri's 400 tiered seating theatre is familiar to those who watch the Ri Christmas Lectures; making it the perfect setting for conferences, lectures and film screenings.

The other rooms can also be booked for a number of different events such as conferences, press releases, dinners, receptions, board meetings, training sessions and seminars.

In-house AV and expert event catering through our partners Searcy's, one of the leading catering companies in Europe are all services at your disposal. Flexible, professional and complimentary tastings for all confirmed bookings are also another advantage of holding your event here at the Ri!

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