Central Hall Westminster
Central Hall Westminster
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7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
About
Central Hall Westminster (CHW) is a striking Grade II* listed building and an iconic feature of the London skyline. The venue is architecturally and historically significant, containing the largest self-supporting domed ceiling in Europe, an ornate staircase that emulates the staircase within the Paris Opera House and a magnificent VIP balcony overlooking Westminster Abbey. A purpose-built meeting place since 1912, CHW is central London’s largest conferencing and events venue. Today, over 800 events take place within the building including concerts, television broadcasts, conferences, meetings and graduation ceremonies. Hosting events is integral to CHW’s identity, having originally been used as a public meeting space for the Methodist Church. There are 25 varied rooms and spaces for events of all sizes from the smallest meeting rooms to the magnificent Great Hall with the capacity of over 2,000.
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If you only had an afternoon to experience London on a grand scale, Westminster would be a wise place to start. The ornate Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey sit adjacent at a corner of Parliament Square, and a short stroll along The Mall leads to Buckingham Palace. Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column are just up the road as well. As captivating as the architecture is, the wonders of Mother Nature are highlights of the area too. St James's Park (arguably London's loveliest), the expansive Green Park, and pedestrian friendly tree lined paths along the river showcase the exquisite manicure provided by English gardeners. Just beyond the landmarks and the gorgeous outdoor spaces, quiet residential squares and age old local pubs offer a more subdued take on this global seat of power in the heart of London.
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134 reviews
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Very good
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Steve M
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Went to see a Hans Zimmer Candlelight Concert at this venue. The musicians were great, the staff were friendly, and the venue was beautiful. Unfortunately the place was very hot, like sitting in a greenhouse. And an ill-mannered minority of the audience were on their phones throughout the entire performance, checking messages, filming videos, and taking pictures. I found the flashing screens incredibly distracting. This was despite an announcement at the beginning, asking people to only film and photograph the last tune. There were not enough ushers to enforce this. Wouldn't go again.
Written 19 August 2023
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Claire M
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Feb 2024 • Couples
We were going to see the Hans Zimmer by Candlelight. There were delays on the tube and we got there 5 minutes late.
There was about 20 other people who had had the same problem.
We were all standing by the main doors as they were closed. We all keep knocking but no one would let us in. Even when someone saw us standing outside we were ignored.
It made me very angry, don't ignore your customers! Come out and tell us what's happening.
Tell us sorry you've missed it or come back at the interval but say something!!!
There was about 20 other people who had had the same problem.
We were all standing by the main doors as they were closed. We all keep knocking but no one would let us in. Even when someone saw us standing outside we were ignored.
It made me very angry, don't ignore your customers! Come out and tell us what's happening.
Tell us sorry you've missed it or come back at the interval but say something!!!
Written 24 April 2024
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IAN D
Wigan, UK26,149 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
Always admired this main church of the methodist faith. Went to look round as I enjoy visiting churches but sadly only on a guided tour and none due when I visited. Tours are free
Written 5 February 2020
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Pericles212
England, UK16 contributions
July 2014 • Couples
We "stumbled" across this beautiful building by accident - what an exciting find.
from the moment we entered the Methodist Hall we were made very welcome, given a guided tour of the complete Hall with the added attraction of being able to view from the roof-tops.
The restaurant is definitely worth a visit. The food is well prepared, clean and "tasty".
Toilet facilities are excellent.
The tour is free and we do need to say that our guide was so kind, polite and knowledgable.
We learnt a lot.
Would HIGHLY recommend a visit to everyone.
Will return to taste more of their restaurant food.
Thank you for an enjoyable visit.
from the moment we entered the Methodist Hall we were made very welcome, given a guided tour of the complete Hall with the added attraction of being able to view from the roof-tops.
The restaurant is definitely worth a visit. The food is well prepared, clean and "tasty".
Toilet facilities are excellent.
The tour is free and we do need to say that our guide was so kind, polite and knowledgable.
We learnt a lot.
Would HIGHLY recommend a visit to everyone.
Will return to taste more of their restaurant food.
Thank you for an enjoyable visit.
Written 6 August 2014
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Stephen B
Gorey, Ireland32 contributions
Oct 2019
Modesty can be taken to extremes at times. Mediocre food, mediocre service that bordered on surliness. We had expected some degree of good humour or even cheerfulness. Not on the day we visited - cafe staff clearly got out of bed on the wrong side. An experience to be forgotten and not repeated........
Written 6 November 2019
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Peter T
3 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
this may be most sought after building in uk.income comes from media reporting i.e. on abbey events etc.
not a good place for your special occasion as it could be ruined by rude events staff or poor caterers called kudos.small food portions overpriced and no knowledge of hospitality using agency staff etc. language can be barrier as no knowledge of tea.
the security staff despite having the best technology can be very predudice rude and offensively officious. called goldring bluecoats.
not recommended for those people disabled or elderly as they can be predudice and not provide legal facility.
you may not get very good welcome and after 15 years the executive still do not respond to complaint.
the chairman is a methodist minister who is very misled.the m.d .no longer seems to care.
past church ministers have been antagonistic to church and hospitality clients in restaurant room hire and church event.
poor value for money.
company relies on its location for business.
perhaps new church leaders will bring about a change showing jesus love.todate little evidence as same complaints are recurrent.
one can pray for a miracle and less predudice to christians and all.
it would be nice to think this church measured success in caring hospitality and not revenue.
the revenue certainly not ethicaly obtained.
even pro abortion rallies have been known.
mice often seen
not a good place for your special occasion as it could be ruined by rude events staff or poor caterers called kudos.small food portions overpriced and no knowledge of hospitality using agency staff etc. language can be barrier as no knowledge of tea.
the security staff despite having the best technology can be very predudice rude and offensively officious. called goldring bluecoats.
not recommended for those people disabled or elderly as they can be predudice and not provide legal facility.
you may not get very good welcome and after 15 years the executive still do not respond to complaint.
the chairman is a methodist minister who is very misled.the m.d .no longer seems to care.
past church ministers have been antagonistic to church and hospitality clients in restaurant room hire and church event.
poor value for money.
company relies on its location for business.
perhaps new church leaders will bring about a change showing jesus love.todate little evidence as same complaints are recurrent.
one can pray for a miracle and less predudice to christians and all.
it would be nice to think this church measured success in caring hospitality and not revenue.
the revenue certainly not ethicaly obtained.
even pro abortion rallies have been known.
mice often seen
Written 6 October 2016
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jl°
Mexico City, Mexico67 contributions
Dec 2019
better known as Central Hall Westminster, this Methodist church dates from the beginning of the 19th century, a beautiful building that is best appreciated at night!
Written 7 February 2020
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Partha Sarathi S
Kolkata (Calcutta), India230 contributions
Sept 2019
Entering the reception area we find the Chapel on the left side and Business Centre, Historoc Roll at right side of the building.Above the Historic Roll are offices of the conference centre.This is a grade 2 listed building located near Westminister Abbey & Parliament House.Since we were on Open House tour,some parts were not accessible.First level entrance has enthralling marble walls,ornamental metal works,limestone floor.The Great Hall has a dome which is made of a single piece of concrete structure and it is one of the largest in the world.There is a historic organ dated back to 1912.The Hall has the capacity of to seat 2000 worshiper in cantilever balconies.The grand staircase leads to the upper entrance hall There is a Cafe & Book & gift shop by the Historic Roll,
Written 26 September 2019
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cmschis
Ellicott City, MD94 contributions
Apr 2017
This building is magnificent--from the exterior. Inside is rather plain once you get past the grand entry. Tours are individual and you'll have to wait in the lobby until a guide is available, the security guards are rather strict about this. However, the tour is very informative and the guide was just wonderful. He took out out on one of the upper balconies for an amazing view of Westminster Abbey and the surrounding area. The history of the Methodist Church and how the building came to be was also quite interesting. The drawback was the time required for waiting to get a tour and the tour itself was quite long, there's a lot to see in London, this would not be high on my list.
Written 20 April 2017
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Borzov
Rijeka, Croatia5,290 contributions
Aug 2016 • Solo
Really impressive building that serves as a Methodist church, a conference center, an office building and even as an art gallery. It was built in the early 19th century and often serves as a public space for various political gatherings and events.
Written 16 September 2016
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michaelcom
Tel Aviv, Israel
Is the building of Central Hall Westminster within restricted area for New Year's fireworks?
Written 16 December 2018
Is there a dress code for the New Year's Eve concert with Madness? Thanks.
Written 6 December 2018
I’m not totally sure but with the main use I’m assuming there will be somewhere in the building.
Written 1 March 2018
Hi. We have tickets for Robbie rocks Big Ben on New Years Eve. Do we get to see the fireworks at midnight?
Thanks
Lisa
Written 27 December 2016
hello lisa
if like last year l think robbie will go onto one of the outside balconies were the cameras can show those with bbc tv at home limited view fireworks in the background along with abbey and palace westminster big ben.
their may be a screen for you to see fireworks in your gt.hall.
l dont think time and security would allow you to leave hall and return.unless you did not return.
tickets for fireworks media indicates all tickets sold.l suspect you will see fireworks by this modern thing called t.v.
you could ring the westminster central hall and ask for that event manager or call the bbc.
l know central hall has a new security company just started.in past yr.there were complaints from the public having to quew to get into hall with stewarding problems.l hope things will be better this year.
l pray you have a wonderful evening and l think someone on phone in the wmch co. events office will help you.
you could ask for karen a very nice lady or paul the m.d.
god bless peter
Written 28 December 2016
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