De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms unveils revitalised event spaces following impressive renovation
De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, a Grade II listed venue in Covent Garden, has today unveiled the final phase of its refurbishment, with the completion of works to its grand spaces, which concludes a major investment into the event destination.
Whilst still upholding the property’s exceptional Grade II listed features, De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms has had its public areas and many of its meeting and event spaces refreshed, including the iconic Grand Hall.
The Grand Hall, the venue’s largest event space which can host events of up to 750 guests theatre style, has been redecorated and refurbished with new carpets, whilst the meeting and event rooms in the East Wing have also been refreshed.
The Crown Suite, one of De Vere Grand Connaught Room’s most sought-after spaces, with its spectacular blue dome ceiling, has stunning new wood flooring which has transformed the space, and which complements the show-stopping historic features.
Outside, on the fifth floor, the penthouse and roof terrace, which has views of the city, has had a brand-new deck fitted, perfect for summer parties and receptions adding an alfresco option to events.
Hayley Chilvers, Operations Director at De Vere, commented: “We’re delighted with the results of our refurbishment, which has breathed new life in to our spaces whilst protecting the venue’s many historical features. We’re very much looking forward to welcoming guests, both old and new, to discover the excellent work which has taken place here at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms.”
De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms offers 37 exceptional event spaces and can host up to 1,500 guests for a drink’s reception and 750 guests theatre style in the Grand Hall, which has arched ornate ceilings, beautiful wood-panelling and dramatic chandeliers. For smaller events, there are several executive rooms, often with original features and oak-panelling, whilst a suite of modern training rooms is also available.
Those visiting De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms will also be able to take advantage of De Vere’s market leading Smart Space meetings concept, which comprises nine service features designed to offer a highly responsive, personalised meetings and events offering. Smart Space includes everything from a live availability booking service to tech-savvy support, with up to 1GB super-fast Wi-Fi, interactive displays, and an on-site team of friendly experts to help overcome any tech issues a client may face.
Five minutes from Covent Garden and Holborn tube stations and 30 minutes’ walk or short taxi ride from Kings Cross, St Pancras and Euston train stations, the venue is well-connected for all major London transport links. Heathrow Airport is an hour away by rail or road.