The Willow Tea Rooms
- Up to 120 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
8 photosPhotography pending verification
8 photosPhotography pending verificationAt a glance
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.
Best suited for
- Private Dining
- Small Weddings
- Corporate Events
- Afternoon Tea
- Cultural Events
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Room de Luxe | 30 | — | 16 | 24 | 18 | — | — |
| Oak Room | 25 | — | 14 | 20 | 16 | — | — |
| Gallery | 40 | — | 20 | 32 | 24 | — | — |
Pricing & packages
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Room hire from £200 per session. Full venue hire available from £450 per day. Catering packages available. Prices vary by room, time, and season.
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- Restaurant on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Historic Architecture
- Private Dining Rooms
- Traditional Afternoon Tea
- City Centre Location
- Unique Décor
- Licensed Bar
- Catering Service
- Audio Visual Equipment
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Limited wheelchair access
- Historic building with some steps
Location & getting there
217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3EX, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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The Willow Tea Rooms is a verified historic tea room & event space in Glasgow, hosting up to 120 guests, with day delegate rates from £280. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £280
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
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
About The Willow Tea Rooms
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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