Question 1

What types of events can be hosted at St Mary's Marylebone?

Accepted Answer

Corporate and business events (conferences, seminars, business meetings, product launches, presentations, networking receptions, workshops, panel discussions); creative and cultural events (fashion shows, exhibitions, art displays, live performances, concerts); and social and dining events (wedding receptions, dinners, banquets, wine tastings, charity events, fundraisers, gala dinners and tastings). Wedding ceremonies themselves are limited to parish residents.

Question 2

How do I make an enquiry or provisional booking?

Accepted Answer

Email our events team at venue@stmaryslondon.com.

Question 3

How far in advance should I book?

Accepted Answer

We recommend a minimum of 6 weeks' notice. Our diary opens up to 12 months in advance.

Question 4

Can I visit the venue before booking?

Accepted Answer

Yes - start with a phone call with the events team, who'll then arrange a site visit.

Question 5

Are there any events you can't accommodate?

Accepted Answer

We're unable to host events with fewer than 100 guests, children's birthday parties, proms, or anything ending later than 10:30pm. As an active church, we also can't host events with spiritual content unless it's founded in the Christian faith, or anything that conflicts with our Grade I listed status.

Question 6

What's the maximum capacity at St Mary's Marylebone?

Accepted Answer

700 guests is the maximum for the whole venue when hired as one - this is the building's overall safe occupancy limit, and applies across both spaces combined rather than adding each room's individual maximum together. Individually, the Great Hall holds up to 600 (theatre style or standing reception), 300 for banquet or cabaret, 400 for a fashion show, or 200 classroom-style; the Undercroft holds up to 360 theatre-style, 250 banquet, 180 cabaret, or 120 classroom-style.

Question 7

How big are the Great Hall and the Undercroft?

Accepted Answer

The Great Hall measures 30.7m by 19.1m (586m2); the Undercroft is 26m by 10.3m (305m2), including a kitchen able to cater for up to 300 seated guests.

Question 8

Do you hire out for small meetings or parties?

Accepted Answer

No - we offer whole-venue hire only, and events typically need at least 100 guests.

Question 9

What layout options are available, and what's included with hire?

Accepted Answer

Theatre, cabaret, banquet, fashion show, classroom, or a mixed layout. Whole-venue hire includes the Great Hall, the Undercroft, three meeting rooms, a commercial kitchen, and toilets. In-house furniture, including trestle tables, is included; round tables are hired separately. The Great Hall also has a fixed stage (11m wide, 4m deep, 0.5m high).

Question 10

How much does it cost to hire St Mary's Marylebone?

Accepted Answer

Full pricing is in our brochure. As a guide: full-day hire is 9,250 pounds, evening hire is 6,500 pounds, and a discounted rate of 7,000 pounds is available for registered charities.

Question 11

Is VAT charged on the hire fee?

Accepted Answer

No. As a registered charity, venue hire fees at St Mary's Marylebone are VAT-exempt.

Question 12

What does the hire fee include?

Accepted Answer

Exclusive dry-hire of the whole venue, an on-site venue manager, in-house furniture, and sound, visual, and lighting systems (AV engineers are charged separately). Access runs until midnight for pack-down; the event itself must end by 10:30pm.

Question 13

Are there any discounts on hire?

Accepted Answer

Yes - for registered charities, and for multi-day bookings.

Question 14

What are the deposit and payment terms?

Accepted Answer

A 25% deposit secures your booking, with the remaining 75% due one month before the event. A separate 500-pound security deposit is held in advance and refunded within a week after the event, subject to a venue check.

Question 15

What's the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Cancellations must be notified verbally and then in writing, taking effect once we receive written notice. Fees scale with notice given: deposit only if cancelled 120 or more days out, 50% of the hire fee between 30 and 120 days, and the full hire fee inside 30 days.

Question 16

Do I need a contract to book?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a signed contract is required to confirm every booking.

Question 17

What time can events run until?

Accepted Answer

Events can start any time within your access hours but must end by 10:30pm.

Question 18

When can we access the venue for setup?

Accepted Answer

Day hire gives access from 8am, evening hire from 4pm. Early access from 6am is available for 500 pounds per hour.

Question 19

What days is St Mary's Marylebone available for events?

Accepted Answer

Monday to Saturday only.

Question 20

What sound and AV facilities are included?

Accepted Answer

An in-house amplified sound system (volume capped at 85db) and integrated AV are included in your hire fee. Engineers to operate them are charged separately, at 320 pounds for 8 hours plus 40 pounds per hour after that. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout, and a professional keyboard can be provided on request.

Question 21

Can we rehearse or soundcheck beforehand?

Accepted Answer

Yes - we encourage you to build soundcheck and rehearsal time into your event schedule.

Question 22

Can we bring our own caterer?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You're welcome to use one of our catering partners or bring your own, for a kitchen usage fee of 350 pounds.

Question 23

Can we serve alcohol at our event?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If it's provided free to your guests, there's no licence or corkage fee. For a cash bar, you'll need either your own Temporary Event Notice (TEN) licence or one of our recommended bar partners.

Question 24

Can we decorate the space?

Accepted Answer

Yes - decorations and floral arrangements are welcome with approval. Please use LED candles rather than open flames.

Question 25

Can we bring in outside furniture or signage?

Accepted Answer

Yes, furniture can be brought in or removed as long as deliveries fit through the doors, and freestanding signage or banners are allowed.

Question 26

Is St Mary's Marylebone wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, throughout the venue, with the exception of the balconies and the stage - a ramp can be arranged for stage access on request. Accessible toilets, step-free access, a hearing loop, and assistance animals are all available.

Question 27

What's the history of St Mary's Marylebone?

Accepted Answer

St Mary's Marylebone is a Grade I listed Church of England parish church, built in 1823-24. Hiring the venue supports the church's charitable programmes and the upkeep of the building.

Question 28

How do guests get to St Mary's Marylebone, and is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Public transport is recommended - the venue is in Zone 1 with excellent bus and Tube links. There's no dedicated on-site parking, though nearby on-street and paid car park options are available (congestion charge applies).

Question 29

How do deliveries work at St Mary's Marylebone?

Accepted Answer

Loading is via Wyndham Place, for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes.

Question 30

Who do we contact on the day of our event?

Accepted Answer

Your dedicated venue manager, who is on-site throughout your event.

Question 31

What happens with the security deposit after the event?

Accepted Answer

It's refunded within a week of your event, subject to a venue check - any charges are discussed with you before payment is taken.

FAQ’s for St Mary’s Marylebone Venue Hire

What types of events can be hosted at St Mary’s Marylebone?

How do I make an enquiry or provisional booking?

How far in advance should I book?

Can I visit the venue before booking?

Are there any events you cannot accommodate?

Capacity, Layout & Use of Space

Pricing, Hire & Contracts

Timings & Access

Sound, Music & AV

Catering & Refreshments

Decor, Branding & Furniture

Accessibility & Facilities

Heritage & Church

Transport, Parking & Loading

On the Day & After

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