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The Exchange - University of Birmingham
3 Centenary Sq, Birmingham, United Kingdom
180
Max guests
9
Event spaces
Venue description
As an iconic Birmingham landmark, The Exchange was once home to the Municipal Bank. Now, it’s a hub for creativity, collaboration and celebration. Built in 1933, the pillared aspect of this impressive building sits opposite Centenary Square and is close to Birmingham’s best bars, restaurants and shops. Retaining many of its unique period features, The Exchange features many different rooms, giving you the flexibility to transition from important meetings and breakout discussions to press announcements, ceremonies, receptions and formal dining. The Exchange boasts an enviable city-centre location. It’s easily accessible from the city’s main transport links, being just a 10-minute walk from Birmingham New Street and 20-minute drive from Birmingham Airport.
As an iconic Birmingham landmark, The Exchange was once home to the Municipal Bank. Now, it’s a hub for creativity, collaboration and celebration. Built in 1933, the pillared aspect of this impressive building sits opposite Centenary Square and is close to Birmingham’s best bars, restaurants and shops. Retaining many of its unique period features, The Exchange features many different rooms, giving you the flexibility to transition from important meetings and breakout discussions to press announcements, ceremonies, receptions and formal dining. The Exchange boasts an enviable city-centre location. It’s easily accessible from the city’s main transport links, being just a 10-minute walk from Birmingham New Street and 20-minute drive from Birmingham Airport.
Meeting & event spaces
Compare all capacities ↓Assembly Room
120
Theatre
70
Classroom
32
U-shape
72
Cabaret
90
Banquet
120
Reception
Banking Hall
180
Theatre
144
Cabaret
140
Banquet
180
Reception
Benjamin Zephaniah
25
Theatre
14
Boardroom
16
U-shape
Boardroom
14
Boardroom
20
Banquet
Dhani Prem
27
Theatre
18
Classroom
18
Boardroom
18
U-shape
18
Cabaret
Dr Stuart Hall
35
Theatre
20
Boardroom
120
U-shape
20
Banquet
Mary Sturge
27
Theatre
20
Classroom
20
Boardroom
18
U-shape
24
Cabaret
The Vaults
60
Theatre
60
Classroom
60
Cabaret
Winifred Hackett
12
Boardroom
12
Banquet
Capacity at a glance
Maximum guests per layout
| Space | Theatre | Classroom | Boardroom | U-shape | Cabaret | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly Room | 120 | 70 | – | 32 | 72 | 90 | 120 |
| Banking Hall | 180 | – | – | – | 144 | 140 | 180 |
| Benjamin Zephaniah | 25 | – | 14 | 16 | – | – | – |
| Boardroom | – | – | 14 | – | – | 20 | – |
| Dhani Prem | 27 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | – | – |
| Dr Stuart Hall | 35 | – | 20 | 120 | – | 20 | – |
| Mary Sturge | 27 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 24 | – | – |
| The Vaults | 60 | 60 | – | – | 60 | – | – |
| Winifred Hackett | – | – | 12 | – | – | 12 | – |
Facilities
- Natural daylight
- Restaurant
- Bar
- In-house catering
- Near train station
- Close to airport
- Step-free access
- Working space available
- Off-site parking
- AV equipment
- Free Wi-Fi
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Questions about The Exchange - University of Birmingham
How many guests can The Exchange - University of Birmingham hold?
Its largest space holds up to 180 theatre-style, 140 for a seated dinner and 180 for a standing reception.
How many event spaces does The Exchange - University of Birmingham have?
9 meeting and event spaces, the largest being Banking Hall for up to 180 guests. The capacity table above shows every room by layout.
How do I book The Exchange - University of Birmingham for an event?
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Location
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