41 Portland Place

What 41 Portland Place does

41 Portland Place is a central London event venue operating out of a Georgian townhouse at the Academy of Medical Sciences building in Marylebone (W1B 1QH). Founded around 2010 and operating with 11-50 employees, the venue offers nine distinct hireable spaces ranging from intimate boardrooms (The Curie Boardroom, The Ann Rylands Room at 20 capacity) to larger multifunctional areas (The John Newsom-Davis Suite at 120 capacity, The Wolfson Conference Suite at 70 capacity), plus a rooftop terrace. It serves corporate clients, private individuals, medical and healthcare organizations tied to the Academy of Medical Sciences, and film/media production companies, hosting weddings, conferences, product launches, private dining, Christmas and summer parties, receptions, location filming, and hybrid events.

The business is a physical, service-driven event venue with no proprietary technology, SaaS platform, app, or API. Revenue is generated through venue hire and bundled event services (catering, drinks, and add-ons). Pricing is predominantly quote-based, with disclosed package pricing such as the Summer Party Package starting from £155 + VAT per person (minimum 40 guests). Go-to-market is direct: clients book through the venue website enquiry form, phone, or email, and a dedicated sales and events team (General Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager, Events Manager, Sales Executive, Senior Office Co-ordinator) manages enquiries, site visits, and conversions. Marketing runs through the company website/blog and organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn). There are no intermediary, reseller, or third-party listing channels.

The venue is privately held and owned by the Academy of Medical Sciences, with hospitality and catering provided exclusively by Searcys, the UK's oldest British caterer (founded 1847). Management includes General Manager Thijs Hendriks, Sales and Marketing Manager Aniko Balogh, Events Manager Valerian Balan, Head Chef Yanna Stoeva, Sales Executive Meg Kaczmarczyk, and Senior Office Co-ordinator Gabriella Kis. The venue positions on heritage architecture, in-house award-winning catering, and sustainability commitments (targeting a 25% plant-based menu by end of 2025 and charitable initiatives such as the Tour de Searcys cycle ride that raised over £22K in 2023).

Name

41 Portland Place

Legal name

41 Portland Place

Website

https://41portlandplace.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

41 Portland Place is a central London Georgian townhouse event venue offering nine hireable spaces with in-house catering (via Searcys) for weddings, conferences, product launches, private dining, and corporate parties, serving corporate clients, private individuals, and medical organizations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Venue Services

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Purpose Event Halls & Community Centers (THAHAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialty & Historic Venues (Landmarks, Estates) (THAHAAAK), Hotel & Resort Convention Venues (Convention Hotels) (THAHAAAC)

Keywords

• Event venue hire
• Corporate event hosting
• Wedding venue London
• Conference meeting rooms
• Hospitality catering services

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Venue Hire and Event Services: The venue generates revenue through hiring out its event spaces for various occasions including weddings, corporate events, conferences, product launches, private dining, Christmas parties, and summer parties. Packages are offered with catering, drinks, and additional services bundled.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

41 Portland Place is a central London event venue operating out of a Georgian townhouse at the Academy of Medical Sciences. It hires out nine distinct event spaces for corporate functions, weddings, conferences, private dining, product launches, receptions, summer and Christmas parties, medical events, hybrid events, and location filming. Core offerings include venue hire, in-house catering by Searcys, personalised event design, and curated supplier recommendations bundled into packages or custom quotes.

Product overview

41 Portland Place is a central London event venue (Georgian townhouse owned by the Academy of Medical Sciences) offering a platform of distinct event spaces and services. The venue comprises eight named spaces: John Newsom-Davis Suite (120 capacity), The Wolfson Conference Suite (70), The Fellows' Room (40), The Ann Rylands Room (20), The Rooftop Terrace, The Curie Boardroom, The Laurie Landeau Room, and an Exhibition Area. These spaces serve as the core product for hosting various event types including conferences, weddings, product launches, private dining, Christmas and summer parties, medical events, receptions, location filming, and hybrid events. Hospitality and catering services are provided exclusively through specialist partner Searcys. Additional services include event design and curated supplier recommendations. Packages are available starting from £155+VAT per person for summer parties (minimum 40 guests).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• John Newsom-Davis Suite A flexible 120-capacity event space that can be split into two individual spaces or used as one large multifunctional area, suitable for conferences, receptions, and large corporate functions.
• The Fellows' Room A 40-capacity event space ideal for formal meetings or as a unique setting for drinks receptions.
• The Ann Rylands Room A stylish private room with 20-person capacity, ideal for small intimate dinners and private gatherings.
• The Rooftop Terrace An outdoor 40-capacity space perfect for summer BBQs, corporate away days, and exclusive al fresco dining.
• The Wolfson Conference Suite A purpose-built 70-capacity space ideal for discussion events, press conferences, screenings, and product launches.
• The Curie Boardroom A boardroom-style meeting space available for executive meetings and small gatherings.
• The Laurie Landeau Room An event space suitable for various private functions and gatherings within the venue.
• Exhibition Area A space designed for exhibitions and displays at events held at the venue.
• Summer Party Packages Corporate summer party packages including rooftop terrace access, welcome drinks, seasonal food, three hours of free-flowing drinks, garden games, and interactive experiences starting from £155 + VAT per person (minimum 40 guests).
• Christmas Party Packages Festive celebrations in a stylish central London setting for Christmas parties and winter gatherings, including catering and venue hire.
• Weddings Wedding celebrations hosted in the venue's elegant Georgian townhouse, designed for intimate ceremonies, receptions, and unforgettable personal celebrations.
• Conferences & Meetings Conference and meeting packages including everything needed for a seamless and successful event at the venue.
• Product Launches & Press Events Stylish and versatile settings designed to showcase products and make a lasting impression at product launches and press events.
• Private Dining Intimate and elegant settings with dedicated catering for special occasions and private gatherings.
• Medical Events Specialized event hosting for medical and healthcare-related gatherings, leveraging the venue's location at the Academy of Medical Sciences and purpose-built conference facilities.
• Complete Venue Takeover Exclusive use of the entire 41 Portland Place venue for large-scale corporate or private events.
• Receptions

Quantifiable outcome

• Raised £22K+ at Tour de Searcys charity event in 2023

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered supporting, core and minor.

• Tour de Searcys Charity PartnerssupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Annual charity cycle ride that raised £22K+ in 2023. The event takes place from Epernay, home of Champagne, and supports partner charities through fundraising initiatives.
• SearcyscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSearcys is the exclusive catering and hospitality partner for 41 Portland Place. As the UK's oldest British caterer founded in 1847, Searcys provides award-winning food and service for all events at the venue. The partnership delivers full-service event catering from initial planning through execution, with Searcys' creative and culinary team handling all menu design, food preparation, and service. Searcys brings heritage and expertise having catered for royal weddings, coronations, and balls.
• FanaticminorOthersFanatic is the web development agency responsible for designing and maintaining the 41 Portland Place website.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/41PortlandPlace
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/41-portland-place
• Instagraminstagram.com/41portlandplace

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about 41 Portland Place