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National Heart & Lung Institute

📍
Guy Scadding Building, Dovehouse Street, London SW3 6LY, United Kingdom
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Leading medical research institute in Chelsea offering modern conference facilities for academic and medical events.

About This Venue

The National Heart & Lung Institute is a world-renowned medical research institute located in the Guy Scadding Building on Dovehouse Street in Chelsea, London. As part of Imperial College London, the institute offers modern conference and meeting facilities for academic conferences, medical symposiums, research presentations, and corporate events. The venue features state-of-the-art lecture theatres and meeting rooms accommodating up to 200 delegates, equipped with advanced audiovisual technology and high-speed internet connectivity. Located in the prestigious Chelsea area near the Royal Brompton Hospital, the institute provides a professional and inspiring environment for medical and scientific gatherings. The facility combines cutting-edge research excellence with comprehensive event services, making it an ideal choice for medical conferences, pharmaceutical meetings, academic symposiums, and health-related corporate events. With its reputation as a leading center for cardiovascular and respiratory research, the venue offers unparalleled credibility for medical and scientific events.

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Indicative Budget
£4,500£8,500
Typical day-delegate event for ~100 guests
Capacity (max)
200
Typical attendees
100
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (100 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

200
Maximum Capacity
180
Theatre Style
200
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Main Lecture Theatre

150
180
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Seminar Room A

45
40
182024

Seminar Room B

35
30
141620

Conference Room

60
50
222630

4 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 180 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV Equipment
Air Conditioning
Lecture Theatres
Medical Research Facilities
Academic Environment
High-Tech Equipment
Professional Catering
Event Coordination

📐 Space Specifications

800
Total Space (m²)
3.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Academic Venue space

🍽️ Food & Catering

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

High-definition projectors
Large screens
Lectern with microphone
Wireless microphones
Audio recording equipment
Video conferencing facilities
Wi-Fi
Flip charts
Interactive whiteboards

🎯 Suitable For

📋Academic Conferences
📋Medical Seminars
📋Research Presentations
📋Training Workshops
📋Lectures
📋Symposiums

♿ Accessibility

Fully accessible venue with accessible entrances and facilitiesAccessible meeting rooms and lecture theatresLift access to all floorsAccessible parking nearbyCompliant with accessibility standardsHearing loop systems available

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

South Kensington Underground station 8-minute walk (Circle, District, Piccadilly lines). Sloane Square station 12-minute walk (Circle, District lines). Multiple bus routes including 14, 19, 22, 49, 211, 319, 345. Heathrow Express from Paddington 20 minutes by taxi. Victoria station 15 minutes by taxi or bus.

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

No on-site parking. Q-Park Sloane Square 10-minute walk. NCP Cadogan Place 8-minute walk. Limited street parking with restrictions. Public transport strongly recommended for central London location.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

21 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

180
theatre
22
boardroom
30
classroom
26
u shape
120
cabaret
200
reception
120
dining
100
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 delegates in lecture theatre style, various configurations available for smaller groups
What AV equipment is available?
State-of-the-art AV equipment including HD projection, video conferencing and recording facilities
Is catering available?
Professional catering services available including refreshments, lunch and dinner options
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, public transport links excellent with South Kensington station nearby

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Guy Scadding Building
Dovehouse Street
SW3 6LY, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreMedical FacilityResearch InstituteMeeting RoomsEducational Venue

Venue Location

Guy Scadding Building, Dovehouse Street, London, SW3 6LY

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 200 delegates in lecture theatre style, various configurations available for smaller groups

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: State-of-the-art AV equipment including HD projection, video conferencing and recording facilities

Q: Is catering available?

A: Professional catering services available including refreshments, lunch and dinner options

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking available, public transport links excellent with South Kensington station nearby

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Natural History Museum London
1.2 km (0.7 mi)• 15-minute walk
🏛️
Victoria and Albert Museum
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 10-minute walk
🏛️
Science Museum London
1 km (0.6 mi)• 12-minute walk
🏛️
Saatchi Gallery Contemporary Art
1.1 km (0.7 mi)• 14-minute walk

🎵Concert Hall

🎵
Royal Albert Hall Concert Venue
1.4 km (0.9 mi)• 18-minute walk
🎵
Cadogan Hall Concert Venue
0.5 km (0.3 mi)• 6-minute walk

🌳Gardens

🌳
Chelsea Physic Garden
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 10-minute walk
🌳
Hyde Park Royal Gardens
1.8 km (1.1 mi)• 22-minute walk

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Royal Hospital Chelsea
0.6 km (0.4 mi)• 8-minute 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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