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Holiday hours at Austin Court

Our doors close at 5pm on Tuesday, 23 December 2025 and reopen at 9am on Friday, 2nd January 2026.

A historic venue in the heart of the Midlands

Austin Court is a charming, purpose-built events venue, offering cutting-edge AV facilities, flexible spaces and more – all with the unique character and appeal of a listed building.

Whether you’re looking to deliver a fully in-person, hybrid or virtual event, our team of experienced event professionals are on hand to make it a success.

Explore the venue

Welcome to IET Birmingham: Austin Court

Our Grade II listed Birmingham canalside venue offers period features and waterside canal views for a multitude of unforgettable events – from weddings and celebrations to exhibitions and corporate occasions.

With a large variety of rooms that can cater for up to 150 guests, we’ll have the perfect space for your event - whether you’re hosting a conference, meeting, awards ceremony, pop-up cinema, or gala dinner. Austin Court offers fourteen versatile event spaces in the heart of Birmingham, including a tiered lecture theatre and a stunning courtyard garden.

Every space is fully adaptable and versatile to any set-up, including interconnecting rooms to fit your requirements.

Plan your event

With a large variety of rooms that can cater for up to 150 guests, our perfectly situated venue in the heart of Birmingham city centre has the perfect space for your event - whether you’re hosting a conference, meeting, awards do, pop-up cinema or gala dinner.

Our rooms

If you are searching for a prestigious venue for a central Birmingham conference, a modern space for a corporate meeting, or a charming room for an intimate wedding, look no further than Austin Court.

Offers

Check out our latest offers. With our Central Birmingham location and exemplary service together with competitive prices, you can find a package that is right for your event.

Featured rooms

Kingston Lecture Theatre

Waterside Room

Lodge Rooms

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Room hire prices

Here you can find out all about our current room hire costs as well as any packages or special offers.

Seamless Audio-visual services

From the moment you book your event with us, our experienced AV technicians are here to support you. We work closely with you to understand your specific needs, from basic setups to bespoke configurations. Our state-of-the-art equipment and technical expertise ensure your presentations, conferences, or live events run flawlessly, leaving a lasting impression on your audience.

Catering

Food is a cornerstone of any successful event. We take immense pride in offering catering that surpasses expectations. Our dedicated team of culinary experts sources only the freshest, seasonal ingredients where possible to create innovative and mouthwatering dishes, perfectly tailored to your vision.

How to find us

IET Birmingham: Austin Court is located near the centre of Birmingham, in the heart of the UK.

Getting there couldn't be easier.

Only a few minutes walk from Birmingham New Street station

IET Birmingham: Austin Court
80 Cambridge Street
Birmingham
B1 2NP

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Member facilities

Enjoy member meeting spaces and discounted room hire. Plus network with like-minded engineers in our business centre.

About Austin Court

IET Birmingham: Austin Court’s history can be traced back to 1803 when nail and metal goods merchants Theodore and Philemon Price moved their business to a warehouse on Kingston Wharf.

Case studies

Our case studies showcase some of our venue capabilities, our stunning catering and perhaps give you some inspiration for your events.

News and insights

Keep up to date with all the latest goings on at IET Venues, from news to blogs, to where you can see us exhibiting this year.

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