Guildhall Rooms & Layouts
The Guildhall Worcester has six rooms available for hire, and can accommodate events ranging from meetings for 12 people to private catered functions for up to 200 guests in a range of flexible layouts to suit your specific needs.
With its impressive historical décor, and close proximity to city restaurants and bars, The Guildhall is the perfect venue for business meetings, conferences, seminars and workshops.
- Free WiFi Internet
- Projector & screen
- Large screen TV monitor (Court Room only)
- PA system
- Flipcharts
- Tea and coffee (charged £1 per person)
- Conference microphone system
Please note, you are required to have your own £5m Public Liability Insurance (PLI) cover. Alternatively, we can provide you with PLI cover for an additional cost of £90.
Theatre
Board Room
Banquet
Cabaret
GUILDHALL ROOM
Assembly Room
The Assembly Room, with its painted Italianate ceilings and chandeliers, is a spectacular venue for conferences, banquets, ceremonies and celebrations.
Theatre Style : 200 Guests
Banquet : 180 Guests
Cabaret : 130 Guests
Maximum Capacity : 200 Guests
| Day(s) | Time(s) | Rates (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Friday | 8.30 – 17:30 (Daytime) | 690.00 |
| Saturday - Sunday | 8.30 – 17:30(Daytime) | 740.00 |
| Monday – Friday | 8.30 – 12.30 or 13.30 -17.30(Daytime) | 370.00 (Half day) |
| Monday – Thursday | 18.00 – 22.00 (Evening) | 400.00 |
| Friday - Saturday | 18.00 – 22.00 (Evening) | 425.00 |
| Friday - Saturday | 22.00 – 01.00 (Late evening) | 53.00 (per hour) |
For catered events there will be an administration charge. Cold buffet: £100. Hot food for up to 50 people: £150. Hot food for over 50 people: £250. Plase note that food is not provided.
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Lower Hall
The Lower Hall is a versatile, open space in the centre of the Guildhall. Directly accessed from the High Street, it is the first room entered by members of the public visiting the venue, making this a perfect setting for public events such as exhibitions, recruitment fairs, craft fairs and coffee mornings. It is also ideal for parties and evening receptions with space for a band/DJ, dancefloor, bar and seating for up to 200 guests.
Theatre Style : 200 Guests
Board Room : 180 Guests
Cabaret : 130 Guests
Maximum Capacity : 200 Guests
| Day(s) | Time(s) | Rates (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Friday | 8.30 – 17:30 (Daytime) | 690.00 |
| Saturday - Sunday | 8.30 – 17:30(Daytime) | 740.00 |
| Monday – Friday | 8.30 – 12.30 or 13.30 -17.30(Daytime) | 370.00 (Half day) |
| Monday – Thursday | 18.00 – 22.00 (Evening) | 400.00 |
| Friday - Saturday | 18.00 – 22.00 (Evening) | 425.00 |
| Friday - Saturday | 22.00 – 01.00 (Late evening) | 53.00 (per hour) |
For catered events there will be an administration charge. Cold buffet: £100. Hot food for up to 50 people: £150. Hot food for over 50 people: £250. Plase note that food is not provided.
GUILDHALL ROOM
Court Room
The Court Room, on the Ground Floor, was previously home to the Crown Court and prisoners were brought up from the cells directly beneath to face their sentencing. The room can be used for meetings/seminars in boardroom or theatre-style as well as presentations and training courses. The room can accommodate a maximum of 50 people.
Theatre Style : 50 Guests
Board Room : 25 Guests
Cabaret : 35 Guests
Maximum Capacity : 50 Guests
| Day(s) | Time(s) | Rate(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 17:30 (Daytime) | 235.00 |
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 12.30 or 13.30 -17.30 (Daytime) | 118.00 |
| Monday – Sunday (per hour) | Per hour | 32.00 |
For catered events there will be an administration charge. Cold buffet: £100. Hot food for up to 50 people: £150. Hot food for over 50 people: £250. Plase note that food is not provided.
GUILDHALL ROOM
Council Chamber
The Council Chamber, which has a small raised stage at the front, has always been used for Council business, stretching back to when the city was governed by the Corporation of Worcester. The room can be used for meetings/seminars in boardroom or theatre-style as well as presentations and training courses. The room can accommodate a maximum of 50 people.
Theatre Style : 50 Guests
Board Room : 25 Guests
Cabaret : 35 Guests
Maximum Capacity : 50 Guests
| Day(s) | Time(s) | Rate(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 17:30 (Daytime) | 235.00 |
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 12.30 or 13.30 -17.30 (Daytime) | 118.00 |
| Monday – Sunday (per hour) | Per hour | 32.00 |
For catered events there will be an administration charge. Cold buffet: £100. Hot food for up to 50 people: £150. Hot food for over 50 people: £250. Plase note that food is not provided.
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Kings Room
Located in the North Wing on the first floor. It is named the Kings Room in reference to Kings Charles I and II statues located at the front of the Guildhall and in relation to the visit from King George III in 1788. The Kings Room is available for meetings and interviews.
Board Room : 14 Guests
Total Capacity : 14 Guests
| Day(s) | Time(s) | Rates (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 17:30 (Daytime) | 117.00 |
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 12.30 or 13.30 -17.30 (Daytime) | 58.00 (Half Day) |
| Monday – Sunday (per hour) | Per hour | 15.50 |
For catered events there will be an administration charge. Cold buffet: £100. Hot food for up to 50 people: £150. Hot food for over 50 people: £250. Plase note that food is not provided.
GUILDHALL ROOM
Randall Room
Previously serving as the City’s Council Chamber, this room was renamed in 1995 in appreciation of Councillor George Randall’s long service to the City. The room is now used for meetings, interviews, presentations and training courses. This room can accommodate up to a maximum of 25 people.
Theatre Style : 25 Guests
Board Room : 10 Guests
Total Capacity : 25 Guests
Please note there is no wheelchair access to this room.
| Day(s) | Time(s) | Rates (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 17:30 (Daytime) | 117.00 |
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 12.30 or 13.30 -17.30 (Daytime) | 58.00 (Half Day) |
| Monday – Sunday (per hour) | Per hour | 15.50 |
For catered events there will be an administration charge. Cold buffet: £100. Hot food for up to 50 people: £150. Hot food for over 50 people: £250. Plase note that food is not provided.
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Green Room
Located on the Ground Floor, the Green Room has played a range of roles over the centuries, serving as a counsel room for lawyers, a place for guests to play cards, or a waiting room for the Mayor’s guests. The room is now used for meetings and interviews, or as part of exhibitions and fairs. This room can accommodate up to a maximum of 12 people.
Theatre Style : 12 Guests
Board Room : 10 Guests
Total Capacity : 12 Guests
| Day(s) | Time(s) | Rates (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 17:30 (Daytime) | 86.00 |
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 12.30 or 13.30 -17.30 (Daytime) | 43.00 |
| Monday – Sunday (per hour) | Per hour | 13.00 |
For catered events there will be an administration charge. Cold buffet: £100. Hot food for up to 50 people: £150. Hot food for over 50 people: £250. Plase note that food is not provided.
GUILDHALL ROOM
Queens Room
Located in the North Wing on the second floor. HM Queen Elizabeth II was served tea in The Queens Room during her visit in 2012. The room is available for meetings and interviews.
Board Room : 10 Guests
Total Capacity : 10 Guests
| Day(s) | Time(s) | Rates (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 17:30 (Daytime) | 86.00 |
| Monday – Sunday | 8.30 – 12.30 or 13.30 -17.30 (Daytime) | 43.00 |
| Monday – Sunday (per hour) | Per hour | 13.00 |
For catered events there will be an administration charge. Cold buffet: £100. Hot food for up to 50 people: £150. Hot food for over 50 people: £250. Plase note that food is not provided.
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Forecourt
Located at the main gates to The Guildhall and direct access to the High Street.
| Day(s) | Times | Rates (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday - Sunday | Half day (4 hours) | 70.00 |
| Monday - Sunday | Full day | 100.00 |