Events and accommodation

Commercial Events

Operating as Celesta Venues, we are one of the largest academic venues in London and provide 100+ modern event spaces across South Kensington and North Acton. Our range of venues include conference, exhibition and flexible teaching spaces to classrooms, lecture theatres and 170 Queen’s Gate, our grade II listed townhouse.

Clients have access to a range of event services including:

• Audio-visual equipment and full technical support
• Bespoke event management service
• In-house catering
• Accommodation

Commercial Assets Portfolio

In 2018, following a College-wide consultation, Provost’s Board approved the Commercial Assets Portfolio (CAP), a new model for booking shared College spaces during the Easter and summer vacation periods.

Prior to CAP, external commercial bookings were available throughout the academic year. Since Easter 2019, Commercial Operations have access to specific shared spaces during Easter and summer vacation periods only.

CAP will be reviewed by Provost’s Board on an annual basis to ensure that the policy evolves with the College’s strategic priorities and the supply and demand of premium shared spaces.

Accommodation

Our portfolio currently consists of 2,200+ bedrooms in five properties across South Kensington and North Acton:

• Prince’s Gardens (Southside and Eastside Halls)
• Beit Hall
• Woodward Buildings
• Kemp Porter Buildings

All properties hold official 4* Campus Accommodation rating from Visit England and provide the services and amenities expected within hotels and guest accommodation providers. Our facilities include:

• 24-hour reception
• Bed and breakfast available
• Complimentary toiletries in all rooms
• Free WiFi
• Fully equipped cashless laundry facilities
• Linen and towels available
• Luggage storage
• Regular housekeeping and linen change
• Tea and coffee making facilities

"Your event staff were absolutely exemplary and went above and beyond to ensure a smooth event." Tim Gordon Centre Administrator for Systems Engineering and Innovation