- Width: 8.64m
- Depth: 14.42m
- Height: 7.42m
- Total area: 124.59m²
College Hall
Grandeur for every occasion with an ornate ceiling, chandeliers and a Victorian fireplace, ideal for conferences, banquets, corporate dinners and events.
College Hall – Where every moment feels majestic
Designed by eminent architect Sir J J Burnett (1857–1938), College Hall is the largest function suite in the building, and one of the grandest. It has many beautiful, original features including a magnificent ornate ceiling, chandeliers and an impressive Victorian fireplace. The hall is used for corporate dinners, large meetings, banquets and balls, as well as conferences and exhibitions, for up to 120 guests seated or 150 standing. It also has a hearing loop.
Room features
Room features
Banquet rounds 120
Board Room 50
Classroom 110
Reception 150
U Shape 50
Max room capacity: 101-150 guests
Audio-visual support
Disabled access
In-house catering
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Let’s plan something extraordinary
Step into College Hall and experience a setting where grandeur and history elevate every moment. With its soaring ceilings, intricate period details, and warm, inviting ambience, this iconic space provides a breathtaking backdrop for weddings, celebrations, and corporate events. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a large‑scale occasion, College Hall transforms every event into something truly majestic.
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Frequently asked questions
The things everyone wonders about
Yes we have a number of smaller rooms available for use.
Yes, we have internal lifts throughout the building that service every floor. We also offer a dedicated, wheelchair‑accessible restroom on the ground floor for your convenience.
The AV equipment included depends on the package you choose; however, we can provide and add projectors, screens, microphones and a full range of AV support to any of our rooms as required.
Yes, we have in‑house AV technicians who can support your event. Technical support is available for an additional fee and can be arranged as part of your booking.
We offer award‑winning in‑house catering through our own dedicated culinary team. Please note that external catering is not permitted at 1599 at the Royal College.
Yes, we can accommodate most dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan and allergy‑specific needs, as long as we are informed in advance.
There is metered on‑street parking available nearby. We also offer discounted rates at local multi‑storey car parks for guests attending events at 1599 at the Royal College.
Yes, every event at 1599 at the Royal College is supported by a dedicated events coordinator who will look after all the details and ensure everything runs smoothly on the day.
The venue can be booked for exclusive use if required; otherwise, other events may take place in different areas of the building at the same time.