Debates Chamber at Glasgow University Union

  10 reviews  – 
32 University Avenue, Glasgow, G12
Merchant City

About this space

Our Debates Chamber is one of the largest rooms within the Union.

Renovated to its original stature, the space conveys a sense of tradition, elegance and grandeur. Seating approximately 120 for a birthday party or evening reception and 200 theatre style for conferences. With an additional 250 seats in the gallery, this large versatile space caters to a wide variety of events.

The Debates Chamber is accompanied by our Reading Room bar which provides an additional space for guests to relax.


Prices

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £275 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 3 weeks ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 400
Dining
up to 120
Theatre
up to 450
Classroom
up to 100

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled access toilets
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Cancellation policy: Custom

Show cancellation details

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About Glasgow University Union

Situated in the heart of the West End, Glasgow University Union is a unique venue rich in history.

With its grand architecture and original period features, the building boasts a versatility that can see it transformed from a corporate setting into a spectacular and magnificent wedding venue.

With the capacity to hold large dinner events, conferences and weddings, at the Glasgow University Union we possess a wealth of knowledge in hosting academic, corporate and private functions.


Other spaces and event packages at this venue

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from £275
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FAQ

Cancellations 28 days in advance from event start time will receive a full refund.

Guests may cancel their Booking less than 28 days before the event start time and receive a 50% refund of their Booking Price.

At Glasgow University Union, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby
At Debates Chamber, you can host various events such as Drinks Receptions, Conference / Seminar, Banquet, Corporate Events, Meetings, Art Spaces, Performances / Exhibitions, Social Parties, Clubbing / Night Out, Baby Shower / Tea Party, Filming and Photography, Dining, Christmas Parties, Weddings, Studio / Production.

Here are the recent pricing details for various rooms at Glasgow University Union:

  • Reading Room hosting 40 guests: £332
  • Debates Chamber hosting 30 guests: £442
  • Dining Hall hosting 150 guests: £856
  • BASE Bar hosting 100 guests: £212
  • Drawing Room hosting 30 guests: £648.72

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Glasgow University Union is located at 32 University Avenue, in the Merchant City district of Glasgow.


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