A historic building with ornate stone facade, tall sash windows, and a cobblestone courtyard at Royal Society of Chemistry.
An event space with ornate columns, tall windows, and round tables with black linens at Royal Society of Chemistry.
An event space with marble columns, ornate ceiling, and round cocktail tables with cream linens at the Royal Society of Chemistry.
An event space with high ceilings, bookshelves lining the walls, and round tables set for meetings at Royal Society of Chemistry.

Royal Society of Chemistry

Historic Building

Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BA –
Green Park Station (0.2 mi)
From £480
hire fee
Up to 120
seats
Up to 160
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at Royal Society of Chemistry

The Science Room at Royal Society of Chemistry
The Science Room
Event Space
·
Private space
120 seats
160 standing
Scientific heritage meets contemporary design in The Science Room, offering an elegant and iconic space that is perfect, for exhibitions, conferences and receptions. Situated on the ground floor, The Science Room offers Greek Revival scenery in combination with natural and dynamic light that’s perfect for events looking to make a striking first im...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £1800 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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The Fish at Royal Society of Chemistry
The Fish
Event Space
·
Private space
65 seats
80 standing
For a meeting room or small syndicate space with an atmospheric yet contemporary touch, look no further than The Fish Room. Situated on the ground floor, adjacent to the main entrance, the timeless Fish Room offers a versatile meeting space featuring stunning views of the society’s courtyard and fountain. Its high ceilings and large windows offer ...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £775 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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The Library at Royal Society of Chemistry
The Library
Event Space
·
Private space
120 seats
160 standing
For a historical touch that’s nothing short of grand, our prestigious library and landmark event space offer room for up to 120 delegates for corporate events or private occasions. Offering a backdrop of delicate wooden features, Italianate Renaissance Architecture and shelves adorned with literature through the ages, your guests will be surrounde...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £1900 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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Council Room at Royal Society of Chemistry
Council Room
Event Space
·
Private space
70 seats
100 standing
Filled with character and boasting memorable antique artwork from our prized collection, The Council Room is the perfect choice for those looking for a contemporary event space that exudes both charm and class. Centrally located on the first floor, The Council Room is adorned with ornate features and boasts expansive views of the stunning courtyar...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £1140 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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The Priestley Room at Royal Society of Chemistry
The Priestley Room
Event Space
·
Private space
36 seats
40 standing
Nestled away from the activity of our courtyard, The Priestley Room offers a more intimate and quieter environment for board meetings, private dining and business lunches. The nostalgic smell of classic books sets the scene for a magical ambience that is just waiting for further discoveries to be made, skills to be learned and ideas to be shared. ...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £600 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
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The Hinshelwood Room at Royal Society of Chemistry
The Hinshelwood Room
Event Space
·
Private space
25 seats
25 standing
If intimacy is the prime goal of your next event, then look no further than our very own Hinshelwood Room. Knowledge is woven into every crevice, making this space home to many quality experiences for your delegates to discover. The event space inspires creativity from the moment you walk in, making it ideal for break-out sessions and group discus...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £480 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£2700 hire fee
The Science Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
The Fish Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £775–£1050 hire fee
The Library
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
The Council Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1140–£1740 hire fee
The Priestley Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£840 hire fee
The Hinshelwood Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£660 hire fee
Tuesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£2700 hire fee
The Science Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
The Fish Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £775–£1050 hire fee
The Library
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
The Council Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1140–£1740 hire fee
The Priestley Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£840 hire fee
The Hinshelwood Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£660 hire fee
Wednesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£2700 hire fee
The Science Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
The Fish Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £775–£1050 hire fee
The Library
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
The Council Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1140–£1740 hire fee
The Priestley Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£840 hire fee
The Hinshelwood Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£660 hire fee
Thursday
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£2700 hire fee
The Science Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
The Fish Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £775–£1050 hire fee
The Library
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
The Council Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1140–£1740 hire fee
The Priestley Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£840 hire fee
The Hinshelwood Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£660 hire fee
Friday
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£2700 hire fee
The Science Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1800–£2460 hire fee
The Fish Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £775–£1050 hire fee
The Library
8:00 – 22:00
from £1900–£2700 hire fee
The Council Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £1140–£1740 hire fee
The Priestley Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £600–£840 hire fee
The Hinshelwood Room
8:00 – 22:00
from £480–£660 hire fee
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Pricing updated by venue 2 days ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 160
standing
Up to 120
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Alcohol provided
BYO alcohol
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events

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.

Explore a Grade II venue that combines rich heritage with vibrant spirit and contemporary facilities to provide you with the perfect formula for an unforgettable occasion.

London venue hire couldn’t be simpler: choose a competitive day delegate package or create something bespoke, and put it together using a personal service known for creativity and care. Inspiring, impactful and memorable events are right at home at the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Plus, as a not-for-profit organisation, your event will also help us support the chemical science community to make the world a better place.

Here at the Royal Society of Chemistry, we believe an event space should be more than just a room. It’s a place of discovery, where people gather to share stories, inspire others and create truly memorable events.

It’s something we strive to encapsulate across all six of our event spaces, offering rooms that provide the perfect combination of both vibrancy and spectacle to ensure your event makes a striking impact for all attending.

Be it a conference, private celebration, or an all singing all dancing awards ceremony, we welcome all manner of events and can work with you to turn them into something truly magical.

FAQ

At Royal Society of Chemistry, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own alcohol is allowed

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Royal Society of Chemistry is located at Piccadilly, in St James, London. The nearest metro station is Green Park Station.

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