1933
The build begins
In mid-December 1933 work starts on the Embassy Cinema, designed by architect Harry Weston. Most of it is completed in just twenty-two weeks.
About Mayfair Venue
Ninety years of nights to remember.
From 1930s super cinema to East London's most versatile event venue — the story of the Embassy, Chadwell Heath.
Who we are
Heritage on the outside. Pure celebration within.
Mayfair Venue is a multi-purpose events venue on the High Road in Chadwell Heath, Romford. Behind its Art Deco frontage sit two show-stopping event spaces — the Grand Ballroom and the Mayfair Lounge — plus three private meeting rooms.
We're licensed for civil ceremonies and host weddings of every culture, live concerts and DJ nights, boxing events, corporate conferences and galas, private parties and day-to-day meetings. Book one space or several at once, use our trusted catering and décor partners or bring your own — and come and see it for yourself on a guided viewing.
1933
Construction began
2,015
Combined capacity
2
Grand event spaces
3
Meeting rooms
Our history
From the silver screen to centre stage.
Scroll through the decades of a building that has entertained Chadwell Heath for generations.
1934
Curtain up
On 17 May 1934 the Embassy opens as a lavish Art Deco "super cinema" for around 1,800 people, staging films, live variety shows and organ performances.
1940s–60s
The Gaumont years
Known to locals as the Gaumont, it becomes the heart of Chadwell Heath's social life, from Saturday morning picture clubs to big-screen premieres.
1964
Odeon Chadwell Heath
The Rank Organisation takes over and renames the building the Odeon Chadwell Heath.
1966
Eyes down
The cinema closes in July 1966 and is converted into a bingo hall, which runs for almost fifty years.
2015
Mayfair is born
After a nine-month refurbishment the building reopens in December 2015 as Mayfair Venue — named in honour of the area's first cinema, the Mayfair.
2017
Community treasure
The building is listed as an Asset of Community Value, recognising its importance to Chadwell Heath.
Today
Still the place to be
Weddings of every culture, concerts, fight nights, galas and meetings — with a combined capacity of 2,015 guests.
Built in twenty-two weeks. Celebrated for ninety years. Ready for your next chapter.
What we stand for
Our promise to every guest.
Every culture welcome
We celebrate traditions from across the world and shape the venue around them.
Personal service
A dedicated team that cares about your day as much as you do.
Flexible by design
Spaces, suppliers and layouts that bend to your vision, not the other way round.
Mayfair Suites
Explore our spaces.
Mayfair Suites
Grand Ballroom
The crown jewel of the old Embassy Cinema: soaring ceilings, Art Deco bones and a flexible floor that becomes a banquet hall, concert arena or fight-night ring.
600Seated
1,500Standing
Mayfair Suites
Mayfair Lounge
Elegant and more intimate, with modern lighting, neutral décor and great acoustics — made for Mehndis, Nikkahs, civil ceremonies, launches and networking nights.
200Seated
500Standing
Mayfair Suites
Meeting Rooms
Quiet, naturally lit rooms with conference-ready equipment for board meetings, interviews, training and strategy days — with the big spaces ready for breakouts.
3Private rooms
5–15People each
Client stories
Loved by couples, promoters & planners
Has staged several fight nights here and singles out the professional team, an event-ready space and an electric atmosphere.
James MorganBoxing event promoter
Brought a live concert of several hundred people to the Ballroom and highlights the acoustics and the spacious foyer.
Laura MendezConcert organiser
Used both the Grand Ballroom and the Mayfair Lounge to host a full Nigerian wedding celebration.
Joel KesinroGroom, Nigerian wedding
Plans Mehndis, Nikkahs and Walimas here and rates the venue's versatility for Asian weddings.
Saira MalikWedding planner
Held both his Nikkah and Walima at Mayfair and valued the flexibility plus in-house décor and catering.
Imran AhmedGroom, Nikkah & Walima
Celebrated her Mehndi in the Mayfair Lounge and loved the set-up, the lighting and the team's support.
Ayesha KhanBride, Mehndi
Be part of the story
Write the next chapter of the Embassy with us.
Tell us what you're planning and we'll show you what's possible.
