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The Imperial

📍
1 Tonbridge Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells TN1 2LY, United Kingdom
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Historic Victorian hotel in Royal Tunbridge Wells offering elegant meeting rooms and event spaces with modern facilities.

About This Venue

The Imperial is a distinguished Victorian hotel located in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells, offering a perfect blend of historic charm and modern amenities. The hotel features multiple meeting and event spaces suitable for conferences, meetings, and special occasions, accommodating up to 150 delegates. With its prime location near the famous Pantiles and excellent transport links to London, The Imperial provides an ideal venue for business events and celebrations. The hotel offers comprehensive conference facilities including AV equipment, complimentary WiFi, and professional event planning services, all set within beautifully appointed rooms that reflect the property's heritage and elegance.

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Indicative Budget
£3,375£6,375
Typical day-delegate event for ~75 guests
Capacity (max)
150
Typical attendees
75
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (75 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

150
Maximum Capacity
120
Theatre Style
150
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Main Conference Room

85
120
304060

Executive Meeting Room

35
30
161820

2 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 120 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV equipment
Air conditioning
Natural daylight
Parking available
Restaurant
Bar
24-hour reception
Accessible facilities
Event planning services

📐 Space Specifications

400
Total Space (m²)
3.2m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Hotel space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Wireless Microphones
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts
Lectern

🎯 Suitable For

📋Conferences
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Corporate Events
📋Business Meetings
📋Training Sessions
📋Private Dining

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceAccessible parking spacesAccessible restroom facilitiesHearing loop available

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Tunbridge Wells railway station 0.3 miles (5-minute walk), direct trains to London Bridge (50 minutes), London Charing Cross (1 hour). Regular bus services to surrounding areas. Gatwick Airport 25 miles (45 minutes by car).

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

Limited on-site parking available. Additional public parking nearby including Victoria Car Park (2-minute walk) and Royal Victoria Place car park.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

120
theatre
30
boardroom
60
classroom
40
u shape
80
cabaret
150
reception
100
dining
90
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 150 guests for events, flexible configurations available
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV equipment including projection, sound system and wireless microphones
Is catering available?
In-house catering team providing full menu options from canapés to formal dining
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby in town center

Location & Contact

📍 Address

1 Tonbridge Road
TN1 2LY, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreMeeting RoomsWedding VenueBusiness Hotel

Venue Location

1 Tonbridge Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2LY

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 150 guests for events, flexible configurations available

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV equipment including projection, sound system and wireless microphones

Q: Is catering available?

A: In-house catering team providing full menu options from canapés to formal dining

Q: Is there parking available?

A: On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby in town center

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Historic Pantiles Shopping Quarter
0.2 km (0.1 mi)
🏰
Chalybeate Spring Wellness Site
0.3 km (0.2 mi)
🏰
Groombridge Place Estate & Gardens
8.5 km (5.3 mi)
🏰
Penshurst Place Tudor Mansion
11.2 km (7 mi)
🏰
Hever Castle Historic Estate
16.8 km (10.4 mi)
🏰
Chartwell Country Estate
19.3 km (12 mi)
🏰
Chiddingstone Village Heritage Site
13.7 km (8.5 mi)

🌳Gardens

🌳
Dunorlan Park 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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