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The Willow Tea Rooms

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217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow G2 3EX, United Kingdom
Tea RoomHistoric Tea Room & Event Space✓ Verified Data

Historic Charles Rennie Mackintosh-designed tea rooms offering unique private dining and event spaces in Glasgow city centre.

About This Venue

The Willow Tea Rooms is an iconic Glasgow venue designed by renowned architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1903. Located on bustling Sauchiehall Street, this historic establishment offers a unique blend of Art Nouveau elegance and modern hospitality. The venue features multiple distinctive rooms including the famous Room de Luxe with its stunning silver and purple décor, and the Oak Room with rich dark wood paneling. Perfect for intimate private dining, corporate meetings, cultural events, and special celebrations, the venue can accommodate up to 120 guests across its various spaces. The tea rooms combine historic charm with modern amenities, offering an unforgettable setting in the heart of Glasgow's shopping district.

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Indicative Budget
£2,700£5,100
Typical day-delegate event for ~60 guests
Capacity (max)
120
Typical attendees
60
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (60 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

120
Maximum Capacity
100
Theatre Style
120
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Room de Luxe

45
30
161824

Oak Room

40
25
141620

Gallery

60
40
202432

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 40 people

Features & Amenities

Historic Architecture
Private Dining Rooms
Traditional Afternoon Tea
City Centre Location
Unique Décor
Licensed Bar
Catering Service
Audio Visual Equipment
Free WiFi

📐 Space Specifications

280
Total Space (m²)
3.2m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Historic Tea Room & Event Space space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Wi-Fi
Basic Sound System
Microphones

🎯 Suitable For

📋Private Dining
📋Small Weddings
📋Corporate Events
📋Afternoon Tea
📋Cultural Events

♿ Accessibility

Ground floor accessibleStep-free access to main tea roomAccessible toilet facilitiesAssistance available for upper floors

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Sauchiehall Street bus stops directly outside; Buchanan Street SPT subway 3 minutes walk; Glasgow Central Station 8 minutes walk; Queen Street Station 10 minutes walk; Glasgow International Airport 20 minutes by bus or taxi

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

No on-site parking. Public parking available at Sauchiehall Street NCP (2 minutes walk), Cambridge Street car park (5 minutes walk). Limited street parking available.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

95
theatre
50
boardroom
76
classroom
58
u shape
70
cabaret
120
reception
100
dining
90
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests across multiple historic rooms
What AV equipment is available?
Basic AV equipment available, Wi-Fi throughout venue
Is catering available?
Traditional Scottish and afternoon tea catering, full menu available
Is there parking available?
Limited street parking, nearby public car parks available

Location & Contact

📍 Address

217 Sauchiehall Street
G2 3EX, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Tea RoomPrivate DiningEvent SpaceCultural VenueMeeting Room

Venue Location

217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3EX

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 120 guests across multiple historic rooms

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Basic AV equipment available, Wi-Fi throughout venue

Q: Is catering available?

A: Traditional Scottish and afternoon tea catering, full menu available

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited street parking, nearby public car parks available

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Glasgow School of Art Mackintosh Building
0.3 km (0.2 mi)• 3 minutes walk
🏰
Glasgow Cathedral
1.2 km (0.75 mi)• 12 minutes by transport

🎵Concert Hall

🎵
Royal Concert Hall Glasgow
0.4 km (0.25 mi)• 5 minutes walk

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Gallery of Modern Art
0.6 km (0.37 mi)• 7 minutes walk
🏛️
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
1.5 km (0.93 mi)• 15 minutes by transport

🎭Theatre

🎭
Theatre Royal Glasgow
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 10 minutes walk
💡 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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