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Discover the charm of small venues in the City of London, ideal for intimate gatherings and bespoke events. These spaces offer a unique atmosphere, often rich in history and character, perfect for professionals seeking a distinguished setting for corporate meetings or exclusive events. Consider the ambiance, location, and facilities to ensure your event's success in this prestigious area.

The City of London is the beating heart of the capital, so it's no surprise that a tube, train or bus station is never far away.

TRANSPORT

The City of London is one of the oldest and most historic parts in the city, with a long history dating back to ancient times.

HISTORY

Famous for being a business district, we love how the modern buildings frame the old buildings, blending history with the City of today.

ARCHITECTURE

The City of London is one of the most famous business districts in the world and a popular event location. Its rich history, iconic landmarks and excellent transport links make it the perfect place to hold any kind of event. From small events like away days and meetings, to large scale events like conferences, exhibitions or award ceremonies, the City of London has something to offer everyone.

There are also a number of unique facts about the City of London that make it an interesting place to host your events. For example, did you know that the City of London is home to more than 300 historical churches? Or that it has its own police force – the City of London Police – which is responsible for policing the Square Mile? If you're looking for a truly unique event experience in the heart of the capital, the City of London is the perfect spot.

City Of London

The London Eye, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Marble Arch... need we say more?!

LANDMARKS

Whether you want to impress clients with French fare or marvellous mezze, London is no stranger to incredible food and drinks hotspots.

FOOD & DRINK

From cafes to conference centres, the sheer amount of venues in Central London means there is something for everyone!

VENUE VARIETY

Central London is a large area comprising the City of London and the innermost parts of 6 other boroughs, including Westminster, Southwark, Kensington & Chelsea, Islington, Camden and Lambeth. As this defined area stretches across many well populated and thriving cosmopolitan districts of the capital, it comes as no surprise that there is an endless stream of incredible event venues suitable for every kind of event, each with a unique cultural feel and offering. 

Whether you’re planning a conference, away day, dinner, awards ceremony, rooftop party or a simple team meeting, you’re sure to find the ideal venue in Central London. Plus with world-famous landmarks and iconic locations aplenty, your guests will always be impressed and entertained in equal measure! Central London has an abundance of train and tube stations connecting the areas, as well as buses, taxis, even boats! Plus, with countless hotels and accommodation offerings, out-of-town guests will have no shortage of convenient options.


Central London

Explore top small venues in the City of London for your next corporate event. Ideal settings for intimate, professional gatherings.

Small Venues in City of London

Small Venues

Historic arches with a wine cellar, ideal for tastings, receptions, launches, and conferences.

Featuring the exposed Sir John Rennie's London Bridge, our newest event space showcases three restored Georgian brick arches, a grade listed York stone floor and a bespoke wine cellar.

A stunning setting for wine tastings, receptions, networking, product and press launches, auctions, meetings, conferences and lectures, and with a private entrance and reception area the London Bridge Arches can be hired exclusively. 

Alternatively this contrasting space can be used in conjunction with the other spaces throughout the venue. 

London Bridge Arches in Glaziers Hall, elegant event space with exposed stone walls.

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London Bridge Arches at Glaziers Hall with servers welcoming guests at an elegant event.

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London Bridge Arches at Glaziers Hall, elegantly set table under lit brick archway for events.

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London Bridge Arches event space with elegant floral centerpieces for corporate dinners.

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London Bridge Arches in Glaziers Hall, featuring exposed stone walls for elegant events.

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Reception

Events

London Bridge Arches

London

Glaziers Hall

An intimate space with 5 racing simulators, ideal for corporate events, networking, and parties.

Our 'Under the Balcony' space hosts up to 20-35 guests with 5 racing simulators and acts as an intimate area whilst still allowing you to experience the centre of the action.

A great space for corporate, networking and Birthday Parties.

Modern event space with arcade stations and cozy seating for team-building activities.

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Modern event space with gaming stations for tech meetings and team-building events.

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Standing

Under The Balcony

F1 Arcade

An intimate dining room in an 18th-century mansion, showcasing a collection of military medals.

The light coloured walls and high ceilings in the Medal Room create the perfect setting in which the fabulous display of military medals can take centre stage. 

Situated on the first floor of Armoury House at the top of the staircase, the Medal Room is perfect for private dining as it provides an intimate dining experience surrounded by a moving collection of medals awarded to members of the HAC. 

Elegant dining setup in HAC Medal Room for corporate dinners and galas.

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Elegant dining setup in HAC Medal Room for corporate dinners and high-profile meetings.

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Elegant dining room in HAC with fine tableware, perfect for corporate events.

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Elegant dining room in HAC, perfect for corporate dinners and networking events.

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Medal Room at HAC: elegant meeting space with wooden table, ideal for professional events.

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Dining 

Medal Room

The HAC (Honourable Artillery Company)

A retro-themed meeting room for 8-20, equipped with tech and flexible layouts near Liverpool Street.

The Vostok room is named after the Vostok spacecraft, in which the first human spaceflight in history was accomplished on April 12th 1961. It's perfect for groups from 8-20 people for meetings, workshops, presentations, conferences, team get-togethers & more.

All of our meeting rooms are flexible in layout, and come fully equipped with professional technology, stationary and equipment bespoke to your needs.

We're told that it's our people and how we do things that make the difference. We look for reasons to say 'yes' and understand that it's the small things that make a real difference. 

Modern meeting room with colorful chairs, ideal for workshops and brainstorming sessions.

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Modern meeting space with blue accent wall, ideal for workshops and brainstorming sessions.

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Modern meeting room at Vostok, vibrant colors, ideal for workshops and brainstorming.

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Modern meeting space at Vostok, Wallacespace Spitalfields, ideal for workshops and collaboration.

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Modern meeting room with colorful chairs, ideal for collaborative events and brainstorming.

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Theatre

Business

Vostok

Wallacespace Spitalfields

Vibrant gallery and exhibition spaces near Tate Modern, ideal for art events and corporate functions.

The Artist's Gallery, a beautifully designed space located on the ground floor of the Art Academy's Bankside Camus, combines functionality with art school charm to create an inspiring venue for a variety of events. Its light and airy atmosphere, coupled with professional-grade amenities, makes it perfect for both business and creative gatherings. The space can host up to 100-120 guests standing and seated 80 to 100 guests. 

Capacity and Uses 

- Drinks Receptions 
- Talks and Conferences
- Creative Sessions
- Product Launches
- Exhibitions

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Modern art gallery event space with sleek furniture, ideal for corporate networking.

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Vibrant outdoor event space with red carpet, perfect for art exhibitions and receptions.

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Gallery and Exhibition Spaces

The Art Academy

A rustic-modern dining room near Tower Bridge, perfect for intimate celebrations and bespoke menus.

The private Dining Room at The Coal Shed offers a private and intimate room for anniversaries, birthday parties and engagement parties. 

Our menus cater to the most discerning of guests and our exceptional wine lists have a tipple for every palate. 

Private dining room at The Coal Shed London, ideal for corporate events and networking dinners.

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Private dining room at The Coal Shed London, modern decor for events and meetings.

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Private dining room at The Coal Shed London, modern decor for intimate corporate events.

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Private dining room at The Coal Shed London, ideal for intimate gatherings and corporate events.

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Dining

Private Dining Room

The Coal Shed London

Sky-high private dining rooms with panoramic views, ideal for events up to 60 guests.

The stunning private dining rooms situated on level 38 of The Gherkin offer unforgettable views across London. Designed with flexibility in mind, double room bookings provide space for networking, dining and celebratory events for up to 60 guests. Enjoy stunning vistas, catering excellence and impeccable service. 

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Elegant private dining rooms at Searcys, perfect for networking events with stunning views.

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Double private dining rooms at Searcys, elegant tables with city views for upscale events.

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Double private dining rooms

Searcys at the Gherkin

Elegant bar on Level 52 with stunning London skyline views. Ideal for sunset cocktails and late-night drinks.

With the Li Room's contemporary design enhanced by natural daylight, it an ideal choice for business meetings, conferences and private dining. The floor-to-ceiling windows look out onto St Paul's Cathedral,  Waterloo and towards London's prestigious West End. Welcoming up to 25 delegates for a theatre style presentation, 30 for dinner and 35 for a stand-up reception, guests can rest assured that each detail will be taken care of by our skilful team of event experts. 

Li Room at Shangri-La The Shard, London: elegant event space with city views for weddings and meetings.

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Li Room at Shangri-La The Shard, London: elegant meeting space with chandelier for corporate events.

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Elegant dining room at Shangri-La The Shard, London, perfect for corporate events and celebrations.

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Li Room at Shangri-La The Shard, London: elegant event space for cocktail receptions.

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Elegant dining table in Li Room, Shangri-La The Shard, perfect for corporate events.

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Li Room at Shangri-La The Shard, London: elegant event space with city views for upscale gatherings.

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Li Room

Shangri-La The Shard, London

Elegant room with Thames views, private balcony. Ideal for weddings and intimate celebrations.

With stunning views of St. Paul's Cathedral, wooden floors and large French windows that open onto a private balcony, the Balcony Room is an elegant and bright space to celebrate your wedding. 
Fully licensed for weddings, your ceremony can take place with either the Thames or the Globe as your backdrop. The space will then be reset for your wedding breakfast and the evening party.
Perfect for intimate celebrations, up to 70 guests can attend the ceremony and wedding breakfast, and up to 120 guests can attend the evening celebration.

Joyful wedding celebration in The Balcony Room, confetti-filled exit with loved ones.

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Couple at The Balcony Room entrance, elegant staircase for a wedding venue.

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Outdoor wedding in The Balcony Room, riverside view, vibrant atmosphere, city skyline.

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Couple in formal attire at The Balcony Room, St. Paul's Cathedral backdrop, wedding venue.

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Joyful couple in formal attire celebrating wedding in The Balcony Room, urban backdrop.

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Weddings

The Balcony Room

Swan at The Globe

Elegant, historic reception room in a Grade II building. Ideal for corporate events, parties, and weddings.

The Main Reception Room at One Moorgate Place is perfect for a variety of events. With its flexible capacity. it can host corporate events, conferences, seminars, product launches, weddings, and private celebrations and parties. The room adjoins The Great Hall, ideal for pre-event drinks receptions before transitioning to the main event. As a licenced wedding venue, it is a popular choice for intimate receptions. Whether a corporate AGM, dream wedding, anniversary celebration, fashion show or festive party, this stunning space offers a blend of historic charm and modern amenities.

Elegant wedding ceremony in Main Reception Room, adorned with floral decorations and greenery.

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Elegant wedding ceremony in Main Reception Room, One Moorgate Place with floral accents.

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Elegant Main Reception Room at One Moorgate Place, ideal for weddings and formal events.

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Main Reception Room at One Moorgate Place, elegant venue for meetings and events.

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Main Reception Room

One Moorgate Place

A versatile blank canvas venue with Thames views, ideal for large events up to 400 guests.

OXO2 is a unique event space located on the Thames River in Central London, perfect for summer parties, receptions, workshops, conferences, product launches, wrap parties and Christmas parties. With a capacity of up to 400 standing guests, the venue offers a black canvas for creating a truly unique event, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light and breathtaking views of the London skyline. With its unbeatable location, stunning views, and start-to-finish event planning experience, OXO2 is the ideal choice for your next event.

Versatile OXO2 venue with polished wooden floor, ideal for corporate meetings and social events.

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Stylish lounge at OXO2 with St. Paul's view, perfect for upscale events and gatherings.

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Spacious OXO2 venue with polished floors, ideal for corporate events and receptions.

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Riverside venue OXO2 with St. Paul's Cathedral, ideal for outdoor events and receptions.

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Illuminated riverside venue OXO2, ideal for corporate events and social celebrations.

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