An event space with ornate columns, tall windows, and round tables with black linens at Royal Society of Chemistry.
An event space with rows of black chairs, decorative columns, and a projection screen at Royal Society of Chemistry.
An event space with ornate columns, high ceilings, and round tables set for meetings at the Royal Society of Chemistry.
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An event space in a historic building with ornate columns, large windows, and a U-shaped meeting table at Royal Society of Chemistry.
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An event space with tall marble columns, large windows, and U-shaped conference tables at the Royal Society of Chemistry.
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An event space with rows of black chairs, decorative columns, and a projector screen at the Royal Society of Chemistry.
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An event space with ornate plaster ceilings, marble columns, and large sash windows at Royal Society of Chemistry.
An event space in a historic building with ornate columns, high ceilings, and large windows at the Royal Society of Chemistry.
An event space with marble columns, large windows, and rows of black chairs at Royal Society of Chemistry.
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A floor plan of the Science Room with adjacent Fish Room, reception area, restrooms, and access to a courtyard at Royal Society of Chemistry.
Meeting offer

The Science Room at Royal Society of Chemistry

Event Space in a Historic Building
·
Private space
Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BA –
Green Park Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 120
seats
Up to 160
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Science Room is an Event Space in the Royal Society of Chemistry characterised by a formal, classical interior.

Design: Marble-veined columns and a high coffered ceiling give the space a formal, institutional appearance. Tall timber-framed windows and pale plaster walls provide even daylight across the long, rectangular plan.

Features: The Science Room provides Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and an in-room PA system. The room permits own music or an external DJ subject to the venue's noise restrictions. The space has step-free access, wheelchair-accessible circulation and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Professional groups seeking a formal, presentation-focused setting for seated talks or structured meetings.

What guests say: The room is maintained to a high standard and presents well for meetings. The space is supported by attentive front-of-house staff.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu

Event offers

Conference Offers

If you are looking to host a full day event, our starter packages make planning straightforward. Each package combines room hire, catering and core AV facilities, with add-ons and special requests available to add that extra something to your day.

Day rates can be tailored to suit your conference size and schedule. Please get in touch to discuss any specific requirements.

Signature delegate package
£79.50 per person

From £79.50 +VAT per person
Minimum numbers apply

Your package includes:
• Hire of main meeting room and adjoining separate catering space from 9am–5pm
• Filtered still and sparkling water throughout the day
• Arrival tea, coffee and biscuits
• Mid-morning tea, coffee, and sliced fruit platter

Executive delegate package
£105 per person

From £105 +VAT per person
Minimum numbers apply

Your package includes:
• Hire of main meeting room and adjoining separate catering space from 9am–5pm
• Filtered still and sparkling water throughout the day
• On arrival: selection of artisan pastries, mini muffins and fresh sliced fruit served with tea, coffee, and juice
• Mid-morning tea, coffee, and fruit
• Hot fork buffet lunch with 3 main course options, seasonal salad, bread & butter, and dessert, served with tea, coffee, and juice
• Afternoon tea and coffee with a selection of mini cakes
• Projector and screen, and presentation laptop
• PA system with lectern, 2 x handheld, 2 x lapel, and 4 x desktop microphones
• Event planner throughout

Meeting Offers

Run your meeting in the Science Room with built-in AV, then refuel with our Gourmet Sandwich Lunch including coffee, teas and juice.

Gourmet Sandwich Lunch – The Science Room (Min. 10 Guests)
£30 per person

• Gourmet sandwich lunch with signature deli sandwiches
• Chef’s selection of three finger food items (one meat, one fish, one plant-based)
• Fresh sliced fruit platter
• Fairtrade coffee, classic and herbal teas, and juice

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2460 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2460 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2460 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2460 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2460 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2460 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2460 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2460 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2460 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2460 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 160
  • Dining
    up to 100
  • Theatre
    up to 120
  • Boardroom
    up to 35
  • Cabaret
    up to 64
  • U-Shaped
    up to 40
  • Classroom
    up to 48

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
BYO alcohol allowed A fee is charged if you bring your own alcohol
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Whiteboard
  • Flipchart
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
  • Backdrops Photography backdrops available
  • Quiet space
  • Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Dance floor
  • Unavailable: Mirrors
  • 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
  • Space has noise restriction after 23:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Damage to the space will result in extra charge
No alcohol allowed after 22:00

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

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FAQ

Yes, the Science Room includes a PA system, lectern with microphone, two handheld microphones, two lapel microphones and four desktop microphones.

There is a small table by reception, but it is not private. People do use it for having lunch or making calls.

About Royal Society of Chemistry

Royal Society of Chemistry is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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