Smeaton Room at One Great George Street - Dining
Capacity: Up to 150 guests (Theatre)
Location: Westminster, UK, Westminster, SW1P 3AA, London
Coordinates: 51.501214, -0.129025800000022
Features
- Wifi
- Grade II listed Westminster venue
- Licensed civil ceremony rooms
- Elegant period interiors
- Suitable for 150 guests
- Central London, near Parliament
Food & Drink
- Professional Kitchen
- Halal Catering
- Kosher Catering
Space
- Disabled Access
- 172.8m² (1,859ft²)
- Ceiling Height 1m (4.8ft)
Licenses
- Licensed Until 11pm
- Extensions Available
- Wedding License
Capacities
- 150 Theatre
Venue Guide Prices
Business
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £10,500 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Every day, 16:00 - 22:00 |
Dining
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £9,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Every day, 13:00 - 16:00 |
Weddings
Venue Hire Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £89 / Venue Fee | Every day, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pricing for dinner packages at One Great George Street?
Dinner packages start at £88.70+VAT per person for a basic package including 3-course set menu with coffee and unlimited bottled water. The full dinner package is £108.50+VAT per person including pre-dinner drinks (2 glasses house wine), 3-course dinner, half bottle house wine with meal, and room hire for both reception and dining areas. All rates exclude VAT and require minimum 30 delegates.
What are the capacity limits for dining events?
The Council Room accommodates maximum 80 guests for seated dinner, while the Smeaton Room can host up to 100 delegates for dining. For wedding dinner dance events, maximum capacity is 220 guests. The venue requires minimum 30 delegates for all dinner packages.
What are the standard event timings and late extension fees?
Standard dinner events run 18:30-23:00 (4.5 hours total access time). Late extension fees apply: 11pm-midnight costs £500-£550, 11pm-1am costs £1,200-£1,300, and 11pm-2am costs £1,900. The service time for dinner events is 3 hours from drinks reception start until dessert is cleared and coffee served.
Are there restrictions on decorations and entertainment?
The venue prohibits naked flames and smoke for decorations. Entertainment is permitted and the venue works with a range of entertainment suppliers they can recommend. A bar setup within rooms costs £295 and includes 2-3 staff members depending on the room.
What optional upgrades are available for dinner events?
Pre-dinner canapés cost £12.50-£12.75 per person (3 pieces). Sparkling wine reception upgrade costs £2.40-£4.20 per person, champagne reception costs £10.40-£15.60 per person. Choice menu costs £13.50-£15.00 per person (maximum 3 choices per course). Additional course or cheese course costs £10.50-£11.00 per person.
When are weddings permitted and what are the restrictions?
Weddings are exclusively hosted on Saturdays and Sundays only. The venue has a minimum of 100 guests for weddings with venue hire (excluding catering) at £13,800. Maximum capacity for wedding dinner dance is 220 guests. Weekday wedding requests are not available.
What is included in the room hire and what are additional AV costs?
Room hire includes basic setup but additional AV equipment incurs charges: PA system costs £275, handheld/lapel radio microphones cost £75 each, and a technician (up to 10 hours) costs £500. Some rooms include integral screens, but LCD projectors cost £135 and projection screens cost £25.
How does the booking and viewing process work?
Show round appointments are available Monday-Friday 9:30am-17:00pm, though the building is currently under refurbishment so site visits are limited. The venue offers provisional holds on dates and requires confirmation to secure bookings. Same-day viewing requests are typically not accommodated.
What are the catering minimums and non-alcoholic options?
There is no minimum spend for dinner packages beyond the per-person rate. For events without alcohol, the venue can provide dinner in just the Council Room without needing the Stephenson Room for pre-drinks. Non-alcoholic drinks are charged on consumption basis, and half-day sessions require minimum tea, coffee and biscuits as catering.
What rooms are interconnected and how does this affect event flow?
The Council Room and Stephenson Room are interconnected, allowing numbers above 30 to mingle between both rooms, though this layout is only recommended for maximum 50 guests. The Smeaton Room connects to the Brunel Room, providing flexibility for drinks reception before dinner. Pre-dinner drinks typically take place in the smaller room before moving to the main dining space.
Venue Photos
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Amenities & Features
- French walnut panelling with crystal chandelier
- Connected to Brunel Room for flexible layouts
- Full wheelchair accessibility
- Natural daylight from high domed ceiling
- Super fast complimentary WiFi
Event Types
Great for: Grade II listed venue with stunning French walnut panelling and crystal chandelier, located steps from Westminster's iconic landmarks.
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