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The Lumley Library at The View
About this space
The Library is a graded listed part of the Royal College of Surgeons, dating back to the early 19th century. This historical space on the first floor features the Library and Erasmus Wilson Room. The Lumley Library, as well as an evening event space is also a fully functioning library. By the close of the 19th century, it was widely recognised that The Royal College of Surgeons possessed one of the finest medical science library collections in Europe. This enchanting space offers a beautiful backdrop for private dinners, evening receptions and weddings.
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Package per person
Includes exclusive hire of The Library and Erasmus Wilson Rooms (09:00–17:00), tea, coffee & pastries on arrival, mid-morning refreshments with fruit, sandwich and finger food lunch, afternoon tea, coffee & biscuits, still or sparkling water, AV (2 plasma screens, PA with 4 mics), cloakroom & security.
Minimum numbers of X apply.
Private Lunch Package – £90+VAT pp
Exclusive hire (11:00–17:00), Champagne on arrival, three-course seasonal menu with coffee & petit fours, half bottle of house wine, still or sparkling water, cloakroom facilities.
Minimum numbers of X apply.
Private Dining Package – £107+VAT pp
Exclusive hire (18:00–22:00), Champagne on arrival, three-course seasonal menu with coffee & petit fours, half bottle of house wine, still or sparkling water, cloakroom facilities.
Minimum numbers of X apply.
Drinks Reception Package – £99+VAT pp
Hire (18:00–22:00), 8 canapés or 4 bowl food items per person, 3 hours unlimited beer, house wine & soft drinks, cloakroom & security.
Minimum numbers of X apply.
Christmas Dinner Party Package – £124+VAT pp
Exclusive hire (18:30–23:00), festive cocktail & nibbles, three-course seasonal meal, half bottle of house wine, festive theming, still or sparkling water, cloakroom & security.
Minimum numbers of X apply.
Christmas Reception Package – £115+VAT pp
Exclusive hire (18:30–23:00), festive cocktail & nibbles, six bowl foods per person, 3 hours unlimited house wine, beer & soft drinks, festive theming, cloakroom & security.
Minimum numbers of X apply.
Wedding Package – £145+VAT / £175 inc VAT pp
Exclusive hire (13:00–23:00), Champagne reception, three canapés per person, three-course seasonal menu with coffee & petit fours, half bottle of house wine, still or sparkling water, menu tasting for couple, cloakroom & security.
Christmas Party Offers
• Exclusive hire of The Library from 18:30-23:00
• Festive cocktail and nibbles on arrival
• Six bowl foods per person
• Three hours of unlimited house wine, beer and soft drinks
• Festive theming
• Cloakroom and security
• Exclusive hire of The Library from 18:30-23:00
• Festive cocktail and nibbles on arrival
• Three-course seasonal meal
• Half a bottle of house wine per person
• Festive theming
• Still or sparkling water
• Cloakroom and security
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No smoking in the building
No open flames within the building
Cancellation policy: Custom
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About The View
The View is at the heart of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Founded by the Royal Charter in 1800 it is the professional home of surgery in England and internationally. It is a friendly and inclusive space for the College’s 30,000 members to network and develop, focussing on connectivity between all specialities and all stages in surgical careers.
The View is also open to the general public for conferences, meetings and events. It boasts spectacular views of London and has a large terrace guests can enjoy in the summer evenings. It is the perfect spot to host a large conference or a beautiful wedding, nestled in a building steeped in history and bringing together modern facilities with a long legacy of research and scientific discovery in the heart of London.
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