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Wellcome Collection

Wellcome Collection is a free museum and library, close to Euston, Kings Cross and St Pancras International. The conference centre offers a tiered auditorium for 154 people and four meeting rooms, all equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. Some of our rooms also include video conferencing, live streaming and recording facilities, plus digital flip charts. All rooms have a variety of layouts to choose from, and can be effortlessly transformed from a daytime setting to a stylish evening venue. Post meeting drinks can be arranged in our evening event spaces such as the Reading Room and Private Dining room for up to 150 people, or the Being Human Gallery for up to 200 guests. Our sustainable and seasonal menus are prepared in-house, choosing the best ingredients from local suppliers, as well as offering plant-based dishes. There is also step-free access and accessible toilets available throughout Wellcome Collection, and visitors can enjoy our changing programme of free exhibitions.

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Franks and Steel Room at Wellcome Collection

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⌖ Euston · NW1 2BE

Wellcome Collection

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Franks and Steel Room

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The most flexible and sought-after room for large presentations, training workshops and product launches. It comes fully equipped with a projector, screen and four microphones, two handheld and two lapel, plus video conferencing at no extra cost. ClickShare enables effortless presentations, dual screen displays and ceiling speakers ensure visibility from every angle, and a digital flipchart supports collaborative work. Flexible cancellation available. Minimum 4 hours per booking.

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Seated60

Standing120

PrivacyPrivate

Price guideHire fee from £1,680

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A versatile room suited to smaller, self-contained events, with a complimentary semi-private terrazzo lobby for registration, networking and catering. Ceiling-mounted projector, screen and laptop are included, along with speakers and ClickShare for hassle-free presentations. Flexible cancellation available. Minimum 4 hours per booking.

Seated: 30
Standing: 75
Privacy: Private
Price guide: Hire fee from £1,080

Henry Wellcome Auditorium at Wellcome Collection

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The Henry Wellcome Auditorium features tiered seating, a raised stage and large screen, suited to conferences, AGMs, film screenings and shows. A dedicated AV producer oversees your event, with a data projector, projection screen, PA system, height-adjustable lectern with dual microphones and comfort screen, four top-table or handheld microphones, four headset mics, one lectern mic, laptop with remote mouse and video recording included. Live-streaming and hybrid conferencing extend your reach to a wider audience. All bookings include complimentary use of the Williams Lounge, a spacious breakout area for registration, sponsor stands and catering. Flexible cancellation available. Minimum 4 hours per booking.

Seated: 154
Standing: Unknown
Privacy: Private
Price guide: Hire fee from £5,520

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A contemporary conference space with abundant natural daylight, incorporating elements from Henry Wellcome's own collection. It can stand alone or join with the adjacent Steel Room to create a larger area. Modern, easy-to-use AV includes a projector, screen and laptop, ClickShare for seamless presentations, two lapel and two handheld microphones, and a digital board for paperless notes as part of a sustainability initiative. Free hybrid facilities are available. Flexible cancellation available. Minimum 4 hours per booking.

Seated: 40
Standing: 60
Privacy: Private
Price guide: Hire fee from £1,164

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Bright and spacious, this room incorporates unique elements from Henry Wellcome's own collection and is highly sought after for away days, workshops and training sessions. It works independently or combines with the Franks Room to create a larger, more versatile space. Modern AV includes an 86-inch digital screen and laptop, plus ClickShare for hassle-free presentations. Flexible cancellation available. Minimum 4 hours per booking.

Seated: 24
Standing: 50
Privacy: Private
Price guide: Hire fee from £984

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A versatile space with plenty of natural daylight, perfect for workshops, training sessions and small board meetings. Upgraded AV equipment includes an 86-inch digital screen and laptop, plus ClickShare for hassle-free presentations. Flexible cancellation available. Minimum 4 hours per booking.

Seated: 24
Standing: 50
Privacy: Private
Price guide: Hire fee from £984

Private Dining Room at Wellcome Collection

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Located on the second floor, this flexible space works equally well for daytime meetings and evening receptions or dinners. Full of natural daylight and positioned in a quiet area between the Library and the Reading Room, it suits away days and blue-sky thinking sessions. The adjacent Wellcome Kitchen is included with your booking and available for catering.

Seated: 40
Standing: 80
Privacy: Private
Price guide: Hire fee from £360

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This Library space pairs reference books and curated objects with salon-style seating arranged in open clusters beneath a gallery level. High ceilings and large windows admit abundant natural light, complemented by warm timber floors, statement pendant lights and colourful rugs. The room offers Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a PA system, along with fixed shelving and study tables. Step-free access and accessible toilets are available. The space suits relaxed study and informal discussion, though food and drink are not permitted.

Seated: 60
Standing: 160
Privacy: Private
Price guide: Hire fee from £7,200

Being Human Gallery at Wellcome Collection

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This gallery presents a clean, contemporary museum aesthetic with pale timber floors, timber-faced display walls and high ceilings. Controlled gallery lighting keeps sightlines open and surfaces neutral. The open, adaptable floor layout suits buffet or display arrangements. Wi-Fi and an installed PA system are provided, along with ample natural daylight. Wheelchair accessible with accessible toilets available. The space works well for culturally-minded groups seeking a polished, social standing reception or presentation-style gathering.

Seated: Unknown
Standing: 200
Privacy: Private
Price guide: Hire fee from £6,000

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This breakout area is offered alongside the Henry Wellcome Auditorium and provides an ideal setting for registration, sponsor stands and food and drink service throughout the day. The space also includes two smaller offices available as required. The Williams Lounge is included with all auditorium bookings, and can also be hired as a standalone space for evening drinks or dinners.

Seated: 60
Standing: 160
Privacy: Private
Price guide: Hire fee from £3,000