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Kensington Conference and Events Centre

Kensington Town Hall, Hornton Street, London, Greater London, W8 7NX

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Exterior of Kensington and Chelsea Town Hall (2012), the building housing Kensington Conference and Events Centre
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Hire price: On requestcontact the venue
Capacity: 1000812 seated · 1000 standing
Rooms: 8bookable spaces
Kitchen: Availablefor catering

Hire price

Price on request

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Capacity: Up to 1000
Spaces: 8 to book

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Prices as published by the venue, checked 28 days ago. Confirm with them before you book.

About this venue

Council-operated, purpose-built central London event venue inside Kensington Town Hall, with a Great Hall, Small Hall, Council Chamber and five Committee Rooms. The spaces serve conferences, exhibitions, dinners, corporate and private events. Public enquiries and bookings go through the RBKC Conference and Events sales team; the centre is near High Street Kensington Underground station.

Facilities

Catering & space

Kitchen availableKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Bar on siteKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Not confirmed
Tables and chairs includedKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
StageKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Garden or outdoor spaceKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Not confirmed

Access & accessibility

On-site parkingKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Step-free accessKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
ToiletsKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Accessible toiletKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Not confirmed

Permissions & licensing

Alcohol allowedKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional
Amplified music allowedKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional
Late licence availableKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional
Bouncy castles allowedKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional
Dog friendlyKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional

Connectivity & extras

Wi-FiKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Projector or screenKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes

Also features

Dedicated event manager and duty manager
Public underground car park below the Town Hall (up to 460 vehicles)
Approved-caterer requirement; waiver applications may be considered
1000Mbps Wi-Fi in the Great and Small Halls
Great Hall fixed stage and green room
Small Hall fixed stage
Civil-ceremony licence listed for RBKC venues

Good for

Conferences
Exhibitions & fairs
Weddings
Meetings
Concerts & performances
Private parties

Rooms and pricing

Hire rates and the spaces you can book.

Hire rates

Meeting Room starting rate for a half-day meeting
Standard
From £360 plus VAT for a half-day meeting; the page does not identify which room applies. Obtain an event-specific quote.
Source: www.rbkc.gov.uk
£360 per half day
Small Hall weekday hire starting rate
Standard
From £1,230 plus VAT for weekday hire; duration/layout are not stated. Obtain an event-specific quote.
Source: www.rbkc.gov.uk
£1,230 (billing basis not stated)
Committee Room starting rate
Standard
The cost section says from £380 plus VAT without specifying room or period; the FAQ separately gives meeting-room half-day hire from £360 plus VAT. Confirm the applicable current rate.
Source: www.rbkc.gov.uk
£380 (billing basis not stated)
Hall starting rate
Standard
The cost section says from £960 without naming the hall, period or VAT treatment; the FAQ separately quotes the Small Hall weekday starting rate. Confirm the applicable current rate.
Source: www.rbkc.gov.uk
£960 (billing basis not stated)

Bookable spaces

Great Hall
Small Hall
Council Chamber
Committee Room 1
Committee Room 2
Committee Room 3
Committee Room 4
Committee Room 5

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Hire price

Price on request

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Capacity: Up to 1000
Spaces: 8 to book

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Directions

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Contact and location

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Kensington Town Hall, Hornton Street, London, Greater London, W8 7NX
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Last checked 17 October 2026

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Facilities

Catering & space

Kitchen availableKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Bar on siteKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Not confirmed
Tables and chairs includedKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
StageKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Garden or outdoor spaceKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Not confirmed

Access & accessibility

On-site parkingKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Step-free accessKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
ToiletsKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Accessible toiletKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Not confirmed

Permissions & licensing

Alcohol allowedKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional
Amplified music allowedKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional
Late licence availableKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional
Bouncy castles allowedKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional
Dog friendlyKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Conditional

Connectivity & extras

Wi-FiKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes
Projector or screenKitchens are listed for the Great and Small Halls. The underground car park is public, below Town Hall and not described as reserved for hirers. The centre is accessible overall, but stages and balconies are not wheelchair-accessible. Furniture, projection and Wi-Fi are included subject to terms/availability. Only background music may use the house system; live music uses the supplier's own system and is limited to 90 dB. A two-hour extension to 02:00 is available by arrangement; this is an access period, not a confirmed premises-licence detail. Only guide dogs are permitted.Yes

Also features

Dedicated event manager and duty manager
Public underground car park below the Town Hall (up to 460 vehicles)
Approved-caterer requirement; waiver applications may be considered
1000Mbps Wi-Fi in the Great and Small Halls
Great Hall fixed stage and green room
Small Hall fixed stage
Civil-ceremony licence listed for RBKC venues

Good for

Conferences
Exhibitions & fairs
Weddings
Meetings
Concerts & performances
Private parties

Rooms and pricing

Hire rates and the spaces you can book.

Hire rates

Meeting Room starting rate for a half-day meeting
Standard
From £360 plus VAT for a half-day meeting; the page does not identify which room applies. Obtain an event-specific quote.
Source: www.rbkc.gov.uk
£360 per half day
Small Hall weekday hire starting rate
Standard
From £1,230 plus VAT for weekday hire; duration/layout are not stated. Obtain an event-specific quote.
Source: www.rbkc.gov.uk
£1,230 (billing basis not stated)
Committee Room starting rate
Standard
The cost section says from £380 plus VAT without specifying room or period; the FAQ separately gives meeting-room half-day hire from £360 plus VAT. Confirm the applicable current rate.
Source: www.rbkc.gov.uk
£380 (billing basis not stated)
Hall starting rate
Standard
The cost section says from £960 without naming the hall, period or VAT treatment; the FAQ separately quotes the Small Hall weekday starting rate. Confirm the applicable current rate.
Source: www.rbkc.gov.uk
£960 (billing basis not stated)

Bookable spaces

Great Hall
Small Hall
Council Chamber
Committee Room 1
Committee Room 2
Committee Room 3
Committee Room 4
Committee Room 5

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