A university theatre with wooden paneling, red-cushioned benches, and a balcony at Glasgow University Union.
A university theatre with a stage, red curtains, wooden balcony, and audience seating at Glasgow University Union.
A university theatre with tiered red seating, wood paneling, and stage with projection screen at Glasgow University Union.
A university theatre with a wooden stage, red curtains, leather chairs, and a projection screen at Glasgow University Union.

Debates Chamber at Glasgow University Union

Auditorium / Conference Room in a University / Academic Building
·
Private space
32 University Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8LX –
West End, Glasgow
Up to 400
seats
Up to 400
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

A high-arched chamber with plastered vaulted ceilings, pendant lighting and tall windows that admit strong daylight; fixed seating on the main floor faces a central open area.

Room features: The chamber contains a projector, a freestanding flipchart and a PA system with speakers.

Best for: Formal debates, panel discussions and keynote addresses.

What sets it apart: A continuous tiered timber gallery wraps the chamber on three sides, creating pronounced elevation between the floor and the balconies.

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Main menu
Drinks menu
Drinks menu

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 1:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
17:00 – 1:00
from £290 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 1:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
17:00 – 1:00
from £290 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £290 hire fee
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £290 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
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Capacity

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

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Stage
Gallery Seating
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

We do not allow external catering or alcohol to be brought into the venue.

We do not offer the use of our kitchen to third parties.

We do not host 16th, 17th, or 18th birthday parties.

Damage to the space will result in an extra charge.

No smoking in the building.

Reviews and ratings

(55 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
MM
Megan M.
Verified review
Party · 90 guests · March 2025
Amazing venue! Highly recommend!
5.0
PD
Patricia D.
Verified review
Party · 400 guests · May 2024
This is a fantastic venue. Staff are excellent, helpful and kind. Can’t do enough for you. Prices are excellent. It’s a part of Glasgow History
Would like disabled patrons to be able to come in front door. The front steps could be easily changed for this
4.9
CC
Catherine C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
MC
Mick C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

Yes, DJs are welcome, but they are expected to bring their own equipment.

Yes. External DJs are welcome, but they must provide their own equipment.

Yes. An example seating chart from another client has been attached; please note that the crossed-off seats have now been repaired.

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Response rate: 100%

About Glasgow University Union

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