The Royal Institution
Museum
#38 of 1240 Conference venues in London
#66 of 658 Corporate Event venues in Westminster Borough
31 reviews
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21 Albemarle Street, London, W1S 4BS
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Green Park Station (0.2 mi)
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Spaces for hire at The Royal Institution
Theatre
Museum
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Private space
400 seats
The Theatre has been graced by many scientists, artists, authors and politicians alike sharing their ideas for over 200 years and is available to hire for all types of events.
Our in-house AV team are on hand to give you the best guidance possible as well as provide you with an array of equipment to ensure your event is a success.
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £4680 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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Library
Library
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Private space
90 seats
100 standing
Boasting beautiful book lined walls and decadent Georgian architecture the Library is ideal for board meetings, presentations, workshops, drinks receptions, buffet lunches, formal dinners and weddings too.
When used in conjunction with other rooms on the First Floor, the Library makes perfect use as a catering and/or exhibition space.
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £2100 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 3 days ago
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Writing Room
Function Room
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Private space
30 seats
20 standing
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...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £600 hire fee
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Georgian Room
Event Space
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Private space
42 seats
80 standing
Still in keeping with the Georgian architecture of the building, the Georgian Room also features beautiful book lined walls, ample amounts of natural daylight and overview of the Atrium.
Playing host to number of different layouts, similarly to the Library this space also works well as a catering and/or exhibition area when hiring the First Floor...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £1320 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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Demonstration Room
Meeting Room
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Private space
60 seats
60 standing
Being credited as the most recent addition to the First Floor, is the Demonstration Room enabling us to now accommodate for up to 400 people conferences.
With hire of this space also including the use of a built in projector and screen and PA system, this room ideally suits a workshop or a drinks reception with a contemporary feel.
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £1020 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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Sunley Room
Event Space
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Private space
45 seats
50 standing
Located on the ground floor of the venue, the Sunley Room is an ideal space for smaller meetings, away days, private dinners, storage or as an office area for larger events.
With windows on to Albemarle Street, the room is flooded with natural daylight and has original Georgian features.
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £840 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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Conversation Room & Mezzanine
Event Space
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Private space
100 seats
100 standing
Fusing traditional and modern features, the Conversation Room is conveniently located on the ground floor and includes use of a built in screen, projector and PA system.
With the incorporation of striking lighting features this space serves a multitude of events ranging from conferences, networking receptions, dinners and product launches too.
T...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £2760 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 3 days ago
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Atrium
Event Space
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Private space
50 seats
120 standing
A unique and contemporary function space ideal for exhibitions or evening receptions. Located on the lower ground floor, the Atrium is an ultra-modern events space.
Flooded with natural daylight courtesy of the glass roof, this space gives guests the impression of being outside and with its blank canvas makes a perfect opportunity for branding!
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £2520 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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First Floor Hire
Museum
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Private space
400 seats
400 standing
We recommend hiring the First Floor of The Ri. This includes The Theatre, Ante Room, Demonstration Room, Library, Writing Room and Georgian Room.
The Ri combines historic and contemporary spaces with over 200 years of scientific heritage. We are the leading independent charity dedicated to connecting as many people as possible with the world of sc...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £5750 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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Speaker's Room
Meeting Room
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Private space
20 seats
20 standing
Located on the First Floor, the Speaker’s room is one of our heritage rooms bathed in natural light and adorned with antique décor.
The Speaker's Room is a favourite for filming and serves as an excellent meeting space for small corporate away-days.
The room is equipped with hybrid conference technology and a small lobby space for catering.
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from £210 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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Monday
8:00 –
22:00
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£210
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Theatre
8:00 –
22:00
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£4680–£7800
hire fee
Library
8:00 –
22:00
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£2100–£3960
hire fee
Writing Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£600–£1500
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Georgian Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£1320–£2760
hire fee
Demonstration Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£1020–£2220
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Sunley Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£840–£2160
hire fee
Conversation Room & Mezzanine
8:00 –
22:00
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£2760–£5760
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Atrium
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2520–£7320
hire fee
First Floor Hire
8:00 –
22:00
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£5750–£13250
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Speaker's Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£210
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Tuesday
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Theatre
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22:00
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£4680–£7800
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Library
8:00 –
22:00
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£2100–£3960
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Writing Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£600–£1500
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Georgian Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£1320–£2760
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Demonstration Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£1020–£2220
hire fee
Sunley Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£840–£2160
hire fee
Conversation Room & Mezzanine
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2760–£5760
hire fee
Atrium
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2520–£7320
hire fee
First Floor Hire
8:00 –
22:00
from
£5750–£13250
hire fee
Speaker's Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£210
hire fee per hour
Wednesday
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22:00
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£210
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Theatre
8:00 –
22:00
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£4680–£7800
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Library
8:00 –
22:00
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£2100–£3960
hire fee
Writing Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£600–£1500
hire fee
Georgian Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£1320–£2760
hire fee
Demonstration Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£1020–£2220
hire fee
Sunley Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£840–£2160
hire fee
Conversation Room & Mezzanine
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2760–£5760
hire fee
Atrium
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2520–£7320
hire fee
First Floor Hire
8:00 –
22:00
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£5750–£13250
hire fee
Speaker's Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£210
hire fee per hour
Thursday
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22:00
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£210
hire fee per hour
Theatre
8:00 –
22:00
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£4680–£7800
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Library
8:00 –
22:00
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£2100–£3960
hire fee
Writing Room
8:00 –
22:00
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£600–£1500
hire fee
Georgian Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£1320–£2760
hire fee
Demonstration Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£1020–£2220
hire fee
Sunley Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£840–£2160
hire fee
Conversation Room & Mezzanine
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2760–£5760
hire fee
Atrium
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2520–£7320
hire fee
First Floor Hire
8:00 –
22:00
from
£5750–£13250
hire fee
Speaker's Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£210
hire fee per hour
Friday
8:00 –
22:00
from
£210
hire fee per hour
Theatre
8:00 –
22:00
from
£4680–£7800
hire fee
Library
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2100–£3960
hire fee
Writing Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£600–£1500
hire fee
Georgian Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£1320–£2760
hire fee
Demonstration Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£1020–£2220
hire fee
Sunley Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£840–£2160
hire fee
Conversation Room & Mezzanine
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2760–£5760
hire fee
Atrium
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2520–£7320
hire fee
First Floor Hire
8:00 –
22:00
from
£5750–£13250
hire fee
Speaker's Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£210
hire fee per hour
Saturday
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2100–£13250
hire fee
Theatre
8:00 –
22:00
from
£4680–£7800
hire fee
Library
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2100–£3960
hire fee
Georgian Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2760
hire fee
Conversation Room & Mezzanine
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2760–£5760
hire fee
First Floor Hire
8:00 –
22:00
from
£5750–£13250
hire fee
Sunday
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2100–£13250
hire fee
Theatre
8:00 –
22:00
from
£4680–£7800
hire fee
Library
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2100–£3960
hire fee
Georgian Room
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2760
hire fee
Conversation Room & Mezzanine
8:00 –
22:00
from
£2760–£5760
hire fee
First Floor Hire
8:00 –
22:00
from
£5750–£13250
hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 days ago
Facilities and catering options
Up to 400
standing
Up to 400
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
BYO alcohol
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
Reviews and ratings
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
9 recent guests highly rated cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
4.8
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.9
Value for money
4.7
Catering
4.4
Communication
4.6
RH
Rhiannon H.
May 2023
Conference · 100 guests
Really great support from the venue and amazing location. We used their recommended suppliers for catering, branding and filming and couldn't have been happier.
Only comment was that the cloakroom was a bit cramped with two events occurring at the same time, but the venue handled it well.
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
AF
Amanda F.
October 2024
Excellent communication
5.0
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!
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!
FAQ
Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.
Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.
At The Royal Institution, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Bringing your own alcohol is allowed
- Paid parking facilities are available nearby
Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Royal Institution:
- Conversation Room & Mezzanine hosting 40 guests: £4112
- Library hosting 30 guests: £2563.52
- Theatre hosting 250 guests: £11002
- Sunley Room hosting 40 guests: £2620.80
- Writing Room hosting 8 guests: £864
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
The Royal Institution is located at 21 Albemarle Street, in the Hanover Square district of London. The nearest metro station is Green Park Station.
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