Royal College of Music

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The home of unique and prestigious events in London

Located in the heart of London’s South Kensington, the Royal College of Music offers a range of spaces perfect for events of up to 400 guests including performances, receptions, dinners, meetings and conferences. Spaces for hire include the new 1851 Courtyard & RCM Café which provides a stunning central hub and leads off to two performance spaces and the spectacular RCM Museum. The wood-panelled Parry Rooms are perfect for more intimate events, providing an impressive view of the Royal Albert Hall. Or for a blank canvas space, the Performance Studio is the perfect choice. By choosing the RCM, you’re supporting the education of future musicians whilst enhancing your event with world-class music.

Key Venue Features

Venue Capacity
	Standing Capacity	Seated Capacity
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall	280 Guests	160 Guests
The Carolean and 1851 Courtyard	820 Guests	70 Guests
Britten Theatre & Bar	N/A	390 + 2 Wheelchair (Theatre style only)
Recital Hall	120 Guests	100 Guests (Theatre style only)
The Parry Rooms	120 Guests	90 Guests
Performance Hall	140 Guests	70 Guests
Lavery Gallery	70 Guests	N/A
RCM Museum	30 Guests	12 Guests

Venue Attributes
Wedding Licence	No
Alcohol Licence	Yes
Late Licence	No
Built in Bar	No
Indoor/Outdoor Hire	Indoor/outdoor
Overnight Stay Hire	No

Venue Ideal For

London Location

Corporate Events

Private Parties

Christmas Parties

Historic Venue

Testimonials

“As a certified B Corp, Lettice is known for delivering high-quality, sustainable catering for private and corporate events. With our sustainability projects underway and significant progress made against the RCM’s target of becoming carbon net zero by 2035, Lettice Events is a clear choice to support events at the Royal College of Music. Their seasonal menus, attention to detail and commitment to responsible sourcing make them a fitting addition to our list of trusted partners.

We are delighted to be listing Lettice Events as one of our accredited caterers at the Royal College of Music and look forward to delivering exceptional events together in the coming years!”

Royal College of Music