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Congress Centre

📍
Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
Meeting RoomsConference Centre

Modern conference centre in central London offering flexible meeting spaces for corporate events and conferences.

About This Venue

Congress Centre is a purpose-built conference and meeting facility located in the heart of London's Bloomsbury district. The venue offers multiple flexible spaces equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology, accommodating events from intimate boardroom meetings to large-scale conferences for up to 450 delegates. Situated within walking distance of major transport links including King's Cross and Euston stations, the centre provides convenient access to London's business district. The facility features modern amenities including complimentary WiFi, dedicated event management support, and comprehensive catering services. Its central location makes it an ideal choice for national and international conferences, corporate training sessions, and business meetings.

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Indicative Budget
£10,125£19,125
Typical day-delegate event for ~225 guests
Capacity (max)
450
Typical attendees
225
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (225 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

450
Maximum Capacity
400
Theatre Style
450
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Main Auditorium

320
400
5080200

Conference Room A

85
80
243040

Conference Room B

60
60
182430

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 400 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV Equipment
Air Conditioning
Accessible
Catering Services
Event Management
Natural Light
Flexible Layouts

📐 Space Specifications

1200
Total Space (m²)
3.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Conference Centre space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Microphones
Wi-Fi
Video Conferencing
Lighting System
Flip Charts
Whiteboards

🎯 Suitable For

📋Conferences
📋Corporate Events
📋Business Meetings
📋Training Sessions
📋Seminars
📋Product Launches

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessibleHearing loop systems availableAccessible parking spaces

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

King's Cross Station (0.8km) - National Rail, Underground (Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Piccadilly lines). Russell Square Underground (0.3km) - Piccadilly line. Euston Station (1.2km) - National Rail, Underground. Multiple bus routes on nearby streets.

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

Public parking available at nearby NCP car parks within 0.5km. Street parking with restrictions during weekdays. Accessible parking spaces available at Russell Square car park.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

400
theatre
50
boardroom
200
classroom
80
u shape
240
cabaret
450
reception
280
dining
300
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 450 guests in theatre style, 300 in classroom style, 250 in banquet style
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV package including projectors, sound system, microphones, video conferencing facilities and high-speed Wi-Fi
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available for 200 vehicles, additional street parking nearby

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Great Russell Street
WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Meeting RoomsCorporate EventsTraining Facilities

Venue Location

Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 450 guests in theatre style, 300 in classroom style, 250 in banquet style

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV package including projectors, sound system, microphones, video conferencing facilities and high-speed Wi-Fi

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks

Q: Is there parking available?

A: On-site parking available for 200 vehicles, additional street parking nearby

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏛️Museum

🏛️
British Museum of History
0.2 km (0.1 mi)
🏛️
Tate Modern Art Gallery
2.5 km (1.6 mi)

🎭Theatre

🎭
Royal Opera House Theatre
1.1 km (0.7 mi)

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Tower of London Historic Fortress
4.2 km (2.6 mi)
🏰
Westminster Abbey Church
2.8 km (1.7 mi)

📍Tourist Attraction

📍
London Eye Observation Wheel
2.9 km (1.8 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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