An event space with high ceilings, bookshelves lining the walls, and round tables set for meetings at Royal Society of Chemistry.
An event space with towering bookshelves, decorative columns, and rows of chairs at the Royal Society of Chemistry Library.
An event space with rows of black chairs facing a projection screen and bookshelves at the Royal Society of Chemistry.
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An event space with rows of red chairs, high ceiling, and book-lined walls at Royal Society of Chemistry.

The Library at Royal Society of Chemistry

Event Space in a Historic Building
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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 Library is an Event Space in the Royal Society of Chemistry and a double-height period library centred on a mezzanine gallery and full-height shelving.

Design: The interior pairs a high, coffered ceiling and classical columns with pale plasterwork and stone flooring, producing an orderly, formal appearance. The space receives daylight from high windows and retains a restrained, academic character.

Features: The room has a large projection screen, wall-mounted displays and a ceiling PA system for presentations. The space provides Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and natural daylight, and permits own music or an external DJ subject to a noise restriction. The room is wheelchair accessible and includes a step‑free guest entrance and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Academic and professional groups seeking a seated, presentation-style gathering in a formal, scholarly setting.

What guests say: The Library contains an extensive historic book collection and presents a beautiful, well-maintained period interior. The space provides a pleasant, welcoming setting for meetings.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu
Main menu

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2700 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 – 12:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per afternoon
13:00 – 17:00
from £1900 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 22:00
from £2700 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2700 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.
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Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 160
Dining
up to 100
Theatre
up to 120
Boardroom
up to 45
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
Quiet space
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
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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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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