Maurice Bloch Lecture Theatre

The Maurice Bloch Lecture Theatre is a modern, tiered venue for conferences and events, with advanced audio-visual (AV) facilities and capacity for up to 144 delegates.

Maurice Bloch Lecture Theatre

Maurice Bloch Lecture Theatre

Our recently refurbished Maurice Bloch Lecture Theatre provides the latest in conferencing technology. We offer a full range of technical equipment and support; the theatre is equipped with Wi-Fi, flat screen televisions and a keypad voting system. We can stream your conference or presentation to our other smaller lecture theatre, offering an increased capacity of up to 200 people, or to another external venue, if required. The room is fully air conditioned and has induction loops for those with hearing difficulties. This lecture theatre is ideal for conferences, large corporate meetings, presentations or workshops. We have various breakout areas that can be used along with this room.

Room features

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Maurice Block Lecture Theatre Maurice Block Lecture Theatre
Maurice Block Lecture Theatre Maurice Block Lecture Theatre
Maurice Block Lecture Theatre Maurice Block Lecture Theatre

Room features

Theatre style 144

Max room capacity: 101-150 guests

Audio-visual support
Disabled access
In-house catering
  • Width: 9.02m
  • Depth: 13.33m
  • Height: 5.66m
  • Total area: 120.24m²
People enjoying an event

Let’s plan something extraordinary

Plan your next event in the Maurice Bloch Lecture Theatre, a spacious, tiered venue ideal for conferences, presentations and large-scale meetings. With advanced AV technology, hybrid event capabilities and seating for up to 144 delegates, our team is here to help you deliver a seamless and professional experience.

Fiona Hainey
Fiona Hainey

Conference and Events Manager

Frequently asked questions

The things everyone wonders about

Yes we have a number of smaller rooms available for use.

Yes, we have internal lifts throughout the building that service every floor. We also offer a dedicated, wheelchair‑accessible restroom on the ground floor for your convenience.

The AV equipment included depends on the package you choose; however, we can provide and add projectors, screens, microphones and a full range of AV support to any of our rooms as required.

Yes, we have in‑house AV technicians who can support your event. Technical support is available for an additional fee and can be arranged as part of your booking.

We offer award‑winning in‑house catering through our own dedicated culinary team. Please note that external catering is not permitted at 1599 at the Royal College.

Yes, we can accommodate most dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan and allergy‑specific needs, as long as we are informed in advance.

There is metered on‑street parking available nearby. We also offer discounted rates at local multi‑storey car parks for guests attending events at 1599 at the Royal College.

Yes, every event at 1599 at the Royal College is supported by a dedicated events coordinator who will look after all the details and ensure everything runs smoothly on the day.

The venue can be booked for exclusive use if required; otherwise, other events may take place in different areas of the building at the same time.