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Birkbeck College
📍
Malet Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1E 7HX, United Kingdom
Conference CentreUniversity Conference Centre✓ Verified Data
Historic University of London college in Bloomsbury offering modern conference facilities and meeting spaces in a central location.
About This Venue
Birkbeck College, part of the University of London, is situated in the heart of Bloomsbury and offers a range of flexible meeting and conference spaces. The historic institution combines traditional academic architecture with modern facilities, providing an inspiring environment for corporate events, conferences, and meetings. Located minutes from Russell Square and Goodge Street stations, the venue offers excellent transport links across London. The college features various room configurations from intimate seminar rooms to larger lecture theatres, all equipped with modern audio-visual technology. The Bloomsbury location places delegates within walking distance of numerous hotels, restaurants, and cultural attractions including the British Museum.
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Indicative Budget
£9,000–£17,000
Typical day-delegate event for ~200 guests
Capacity (max)
400
Typical attendees
200
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP
Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (200 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.
Capacity
400
Maximum Capacity
350
Theatre Style
400
Reception Style
Meeting Rooms
| Room Name | Area (m²) | Theatre | Boardroom | U-Shape | Classroom | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Main Lecture Theatre | 180 | 200 | - | - | 120 | |
Senate Room | 85 | 80 | 30 | 35 | 45 | |
Seminar Room 1 | 45 | 40 | 16 | 18 | 24 |
3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 200 people
Features & Amenities
✓Free WiFi
✓AV Equipment
✓Air Conditioning
✓Accessible
✓Catering Available
✓Flexible Room Layouts
✓Natural Light
✓Historic Building
📐 Space Specifications
1200
Total Space (m²)
3.5m
Ceiling Height
✓
Licensed Venue
Professional University Conference Centre space
🍽️ Food & Catering
🍴Restaurant On-site
Dietary Options
VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal
Full catering service available
🎤 AV Equipment
✓Digital projectors
✓LED screens
✓PA system
✓wireless microphones
✓laptop connections
✓Wi-Fi
✓flip charts
✓whiteboards
✓video conferencing facilities
🎯 Suitable For
📋Academic conferences
📋corporate training
📋seminars
📋workshops
📋graduation ceremonies
📋public lectures
♿ Accessibility
✓DDA compliant✓Wheelchair accessible entrances✓Accessible facilities✓Hearing loop available
Transport & Parking
🚆 Public Transport
Russell Square Underground (Piccadilly Line) 3 minutes walk; Goodge Street Underground (Northern Line) 5 minutes walk; Euston mainline station 10 minutes walk; King's Cross St Pancras International 15 minutes walk
🅿️ Parking
Nearby parking available
Limited street parking with meters. Several NCP car parks within 5 minutes walk including Bloomsbury Square and Bedford Square car parks.
Availability
📅 Booking Lead Time
14 days minimum notice
👥 Capacity by Setup
350
theatre
30
boardroom
200
classroom
35
u shape
120
cabaret
400
reception
150
dining
120
banquet
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum capacity?
Main auditorium seats 400 delegates theatre-style, smaller rooms available for 20-150 guests
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV support with digital projectors, sound systems, and technical assistance available
Is catering available?
In-house catering team provides refreshments, lunch, and dinner options with dietary requirements catered for
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, nearby public parking and excellent public transport links via Russell Square tube station
Location & Contact
📍 Address
Malet Street
Bloomsbury
WC1E 7HX, United Kingdom
🏷️ Categories
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Venue Location
Malet Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1E 7HX
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum capacity?
A: Main auditorium seats 400 delegates theatre-style, smaller rooms available for 20-150 guests
Q: What AV equipment is available?
A: Full AV support with digital projectors, sound systems, and technical assistance available
Q: Is catering available?
A: In-house catering team provides refreshments, lunch, and dinner options with dietary requirements catered for
Q: Is there parking available?
A: Limited on-site parking available, nearby public parking and excellent public transport links via Russell Square tube station
🎯 Things to Do Nearby
🏛️Museum
🏛️
British Museum and Ancient Treasures
0.4 km (0.2 mi)• 5 minutes walk
🏛️
Foundling Museum and Art Gallery
0.6 km (0.4 mi)• 8 minutes walk
🎭Theatre
🎭
Royal Opera House Covent Garden
1.2 km (0.7 mi)• 15 minutes walk
🎭
West End Theatre District
1 km (0.6 mi)• 12 minutes walk
🏰Historic Site
🏰
Tower of London Historic Fortress
4.2 km (2.6 mi)
🦁Zoo
🦁
London Zoo Wildlife Park
2.1 km (1.3 mi)
🌳Gardens
🌳
Regent's Park Royal Gardens
1.5 km (0.9 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.
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