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The Old Royal Naval College

📍
Park Row, Greenwich, London SE10 9LW, United Kingdom
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Historic 17th-century venue in Greenwich offering elegant event spaces with Thames views and baroque architecture.

About This Venue

The Old Royal Naval College is a magnificent baroque architectural masterpiece designed by Sir Christopher Wren, located on the banks of the River Thames in Greenwich. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers stunning event spaces including the iconic Painted Hall, known as Britain's Sistine Chapel, and the elegant Queen Mary Building. The venue provides flexible spaces for conferences, weddings, dinners and corporate events, accommodating from 20 to 500 guests. With its rich maritime history, breathtaking Thames views, and world-class facilities, it combines historic grandeur with modern amenities including professional catering, AV equipment, and dedicated event management services.

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Indicative Budget
£11,250£21,250
Typical day-delegate event for ~250 guests
Capacity (max)
500
Typical attendees
250
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (250 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

500
Maximum Capacity
300
Theatre Style
500
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Painted Hall

324
200
4050120

Queen Mary Building

250
180
3545100

Nelson Room

85
60
202540

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 300 people

Features & Amenities

Historic Architecture
Thames Views
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Professional Catering
AV Equipment
Event Management
Accessible Venues
Licensed for Ceremonies
Photography Permitted
Outdoor Spaces

📐 Space Specifications

2500
Total Space (m²)
8.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Historic Venue & Event Space space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Professional sound systems
LED lighting
projectors
screens
wireless microphones
staging
Wi-Fi throughout

🎯 Suitable For

📋Weddings
📋Corporate dinners
📋Conferences
📋Award ceremonies
📋Film screenings
📋Cultural events
📋Exhibitions

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible routesAccessible toiletsHearing loop systemsGuide dogs welcome

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Cutty Sark DLR station 3-minute walk; Greenwich railway station 8-minute walk; Multiple bus routes including 129, 177, 180, 188, 199, 286; Thames Clippers river services to Greenwich Pier; Central London 20 minutes by DLR

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

Public car parks within 5 minutes walk including Cutty Sark Gardens Car Park and Greenwich Church Street Car Park. Street parking available with restrictions. Coach parking can be arranged.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

300
theatre
40
boardroom
180
classroom
50
u shape
120
cabaret
500
reception
200
dining
180
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 500 guests for dining events, up to 800 for standing receptions across multiple historic rooms
What AV equipment is available?
Full professional AV services available including sound, lighting, and visual equipment with technical support
Is catering available?
Award-winning in-house catering team providing bespoke menus from canapés to formal dining
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, extensive public transport links nearby including Cutty Sark DLR

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Location & Contact

📍 Address

Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LW, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Wedding VenueCorporate EventsConference CentreCultural Venue

Venue Location

Park Row, Greenwich, London, SE10 9LW

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 500 guests for dining events, up to 800 for standing receptions across multiple historic rooms

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full professional AV services available including sound, lighting, and visual equipment with technical support

Q: Is catering available?

A: Award-winning in-house catering team providing bespoke menus from canapés to formal dining

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking available, extensive public transport links nearby including Cutty Sark DLR

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Maritime Heritage Museum
0.2 km (0.1 mi)• 3 minutes walk
🏛️
Royal Observatory Greenwich
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 12 minutes walk

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Historic Tea Clipper Ship
0.3 km (0.2 mi)• 4 minutes walk
🏰
Queen's Royal Residence
1.2 km (0.7 mi)• 15 minutes walk
🏰
Thames Barrier Engineering Marvel
5.2 km (3.2 mi)• 15 minutes by car
🏰
Tower Bridge Historic Crossing
8.5 km (5.3 mi)• 25 minutes by DLR

🌳Gardens

🌳
Greenwich Royal Gardens
0.9 km (0.6 mi)• 11 minutes walk

🎢Theme Park

🎢
London Eye Observation Wheel
10.2 km (6.3 mi)• 35 minutes by transport
💡 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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