The Athenaeum is a wonderful recently refurbished Grade I listed building with a Georgian chandeliered ballroom ideal for special occasions such as celebration dinners, wedding ceremonies and receptions. It is located in the centre of historic Bury St Edmunds and has a range of accessible facilities with number of additional rooms suitable for conferences, meetings and seminars.
A full bar service is provided and we can offer a large selection of refreshments with menus and wines available to suit all occasions. Our flexible service means we are able to tailor our service to suit your needs. Full audio-visual facilities are available for use in all the halls.
Wedding ceremony and reception information leaflet (PDF 228Kb)
We also have a range of other event, conference and meeting facilities at the apex.
| Function style |
Reading Room |
Lounge |
Ballroom |
| Theatre |
40
|
70
|
180
|
| Classroom |
20
|
30
|
100
|
| Boardroom |
25
|
40
|
70
|
| U-shape |
25
|
40
|
70
|
| Lunch/dinner |
-
|
48
|
160
|
| Reception |
40
|
70
|
250
|
Minimum number of delegates: Reading Room 20, Lounge 20 and Ballroom 30.
The nearest car park is Ram Meadow, to find a location map and details of parking costs visit the shopping and parking page.
For a location map of the Athenaeum visit the bing maps page.
For further information, delegate rates, and a chance to discuss your individual requirements please contact the public halls team at:
The apex
Charter Square
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP33 3FD
Phone: 01284 758100
