Although the City Chambers is not available as a venue to members of the general public, Encore is proud and privileged to provide a wide range of hospitality services to this most venerable of Glasgow’s civic buildings.
In the very heart of Glasgow, the City Chambers is one of the city’s most important and prestigious buildings. A grand and imposing edifice overlooking George Square, the City Chambers is an impressive symbol of Glasgow’s political strength and historical wealth. Completed in 1888, for over a hundred years, it has been the headquarters of successive councils serving the City of Glasgow.
The impressive marble staircase is reputed to be the largest in the world and is constructed in and surrounded by white Carrera marble. The floors at first and second floor level are also in marble, and the third floor is made up of Venetian mosaic tiles showing a wide variety of colours and designs. The City Chambers offers a truly unique and stunning venue providing a number of rooms to suit a wide variety of high profile events.
The Banqueting Hall is the main civic function suite for important conferences meetings and concerts and can comfortably accommodate up to 300 people for dinner. The principal features include many paintings by Glasgow artists depicting historic scenes of the city, ornate stained glass windows, large murals and chandeliers. The Lord Provost’s Dining Room nearby is the setting for fine dining of the highest standard prepared for Royalty, visiting Heads of State, leaders of industry and civic dignitaries.
The Satinwood Suite is yet another spectacular setting, accommodating up to 80 people for dinner. This room is lined with exotic satinwood imported from Queensland which is now considered extinct. There are many very detailed carvings around the walls, windows overlooking George Square, and a large alabaster fireplace.