The Council Room Hire, Royal Asiatic Society
The Council Room
Our more intimate setting, the Council Room features a striking banquet table seating up to 25 — perfect for board meetings, seminars or private dinners. It's fitted with its own professional AV system, including a large screen, ceiling speakers and microphones, and a camera for hybrid or recorded sessions. At the rear of the room, a relaxed reception area with sofas and side tables offers a welcoming space for informal networking, refreshments or breakout conversations. The room is fully accessible via lift, and includes a kitchenette and air conditioning for guests' comfort throughout their visit.
Pricing
Standard opening hours shown — check the calendar for live availability.
What this space offers
Popular amenities
- 30 chairs
- 2 adult tables
- 1 kids' tables
- WiFi
- Breakout space
- Toilets
- A/V Equipment
Kitchen included
- Sink
- Kettle
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Mugs
- Cutlery
- Oven
- Plates
- Glasses
- Freezer
Capacity
- 30 guests
What's allowed
We welcome
- Parties
- Birthday parties
- Private parties
- Christmas parties
- Baby showers
- Wakes and remembrance gatherings
- Corporate events
- Networking
- Office parties
- Summer parties
We don't welcome
- Weddings
You can bring
- Your own drinks
- Your own food
- External catering
- Decorations
- Play your own music
- Musical instruments
You cannot bring
- Bouncy castles
Venue policies
House rules
- Leave promptly after your event
- No smoking
- No vaping
Parking and loading
- There is on-street parking but some restrictions may apply
- There are no designated loading bays. Please unload from where you park.
Accessibility
- Step-free access
- Accessible toilet
- Lift
Safety & security
- CCTV
- Fire extinguishers
- Fire exit signs
- First aid kit
- Fire alarms
- Smoke alarms
Location
Important terms
Cancellations
Property damage
In the event of any damage to the space or any other part of the venue property, Sharesy reserves the right to make deductions from the payment method used.
We'll make sure to notify you in advance of making any deductions and will, whenever possible, provide you with photographic or other documentary evidence of the damage.