The Grand Temple + Vestibules, Tower Doors & Long Room

60 Great Queen Street

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Historic auditorium at The Grand Temple with ornate doors for keynote events and gala ceremonies.
  • From £45000
  • 1,350 Standing
  • Covent Garden
  • From £45000
  • 1,350 Standing
  • Covent Garden
The only venue in London where you can stage over the original fixed seating in the Art Deco auditorium, beneath a handcrafted mosaic ceiling, creating a truly spectacular dance floor.
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  • Rigging points
  • Grand organ
  • Exclusive Tower Doors entrance
  • In-house cloakroom facilities
  • Multiple connected spaces included
  • Grade II* listed Art Deco architecture
  • Handcrafted mosaic ceiling
  • Fixed seating for 900 guests
  • Creative staging over seating
  • Licensed until 2am
Art Deco landmark in Covent Garden offering grand gala settings, stage-and-AV potential, and elegant reception-to-dinner flow for black-tie awards events. Features a handcrafted mosaic ceiling, fixed tiered seating, built-in stage, and exceptional production capability for up to 1,350 standing guests.



Frequently asked questions

The Grand Temple hire fees start from £20,000 + VAT per day from 7am-11pm, with a late license available until 2am.

The Grand Temple accommodates 900 theatre-style with catering, 280 cabaret, 600 reception, or 350 seated dinner. With creative staging over the fixed seating, it can transform into a party space for up to 1,100 guests.

Standard access is 7am-11pm, with late license available until 2am.

The venue works exclusively with Moving Venue as their catering partner. Moving Venue provides everything from elegant drinks receptions to full three-course dinners and can create tailored menus to complement your event format and requirements.

The Grand Temple has no built-in AV equipment, so everything must be brought in externally. The venue has rigging points and can accommodate full production setups including staging, screens, lighting, and sound systems through their recommended suppliers.

Hiring The Grand Temple includes access to The Tower Doors for exclusive red carpet entrance, the Grade II listed cloakroom, The Vestibules (which can be divided into three areas using decorative doors), and The Long Room. This creates a complete guest journey from arrival through to the main event space.


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60 Great Queen Street
60 Great Queen Street
Covent Garden WC2B 5AZ
London

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More about 60 Great Queen Street

A Grade II* listed Art Deco events venue in Covent Garden, formerly Freemasons' Hall and home to the United Grand Lodge of England. Its interconnected rooms accommodate intimate meetings through to conferences, screenings, fashion shows, weddings, dinners, launches and receptions for up to 1,350 guests. Smart Group manages commercial events, with Moving Venue providing in-house catering.



The Grand Temple + Vestibules, Tower Doors & Long Room at 60 Great Queen Street - Events

Capacity: Up to 1350 guests (Standing)
Location: 60 Great Queen Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 5AZ, London
Coordinates: 51.515161, -0.121137

Features

  • Wifi
  • Handcrafted mosaic ceiling
  • Fixed tiered seating
  • Built-in stage
  • Access to adjoining rooms
  • 548 m² floor space
  • 60 ft ceiling height
  • Multiple rigging points
  • Blackout capability
  • Excellent sightlines
  • Wheelchair positions
  • Sound levels up to 110 dB
  • LED screen capability

Food & Drink

  • Professional Kitchen

Space

  • Disabled Access
  • 548m² (5,899ft²)
  • Ceiling Height 18m (59ft)

Licenses

  • Licensed Until 11am
  • Extensions Available

Capacities

  • 200 Dining
  • 1,350 Standing
  • 900 Theatre
  • 245 Cabaret

Venue Guide Prices

Conferences

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£20,000 / Venue FeeEvery day, 07:00 - 23:00

Events

Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day

PriceSchedule
£45,000 / Venue Fee & Min SpendEvery day, 07:00 - 23:00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the venue hire cost for The Grand Temple and what's included?

The Grand Temple hire fees start from £20,000 + VAT per day from 7am-11pm, with a late license available until 2am.

What are the capacity limits for different event formats in The Grand Temple?

The Grand Temple accommodates 900 theatre-style with catering, 280 cabaret, 600 reception, or 350 seated dinner. With creative staging over the fixed seating, it can transform into a party space for up to 1,100 guests.

What are the access times and licensing restrictions?

Standard access is 7am-11pm, with late license available until 2am.

What catering arrangements are required and who provides them?

The venue works exclusively with Moving Venue as their catering partner. Moving Venue provides everything from elegant drinks receptions to full three-course dinners and can create tailored menus to complement your event format and requirements.

What audio-visual equipment is included and what needs to be hired separately?

The Grand Temple has no built-in AV equipment, so everything must be brought in externally. The venue has rigging points and can accommodate full production setups including staging, screens, lighting, and sound systems through their recommended suppliers.

What spaces are included when hiring The Grand Temple?

Hiring The Grand Temple includes access to The Tower Doors for exclusive red carpet entrance, the Grade II listed cloakroom, The Vestibules (which can be divided into three areas using decorative doors), and The Long Room. This creates a complete guest journey from arrival through to the main event space.

Venue Photos

This venue has 3 professional photos:

Historic auditorium at The Grand Temple with ornate doors for keynote events and gala ceremonies.Gala event at The Grand Temple with dramatic stage lighting and branded decor.Gala setup in 60 Great Queen Street with dramatic stage lighting and branded gobo projections.

Amenities & Features

  • Grade II* listed Art Deco architecture
  • Handcrafted mosaic ceiling
  • Fixed seating for 900 guests
  • Creative staging over seating
  • Licensed until 2am
  • Rigging points
  • Grand organ
  • Exclusive Tower Doors entrance
  • In-house cloakroom facilities
  • Multiple connected spaces included

Event Types

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Additional Information

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Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform

Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/197464/60-Great-Queen-Street/The-Grand-Temple-Vestibules-Tower-Doors-Long-Room/Events

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