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Central London's reception halls offer a blend of sophistication and convenience, ideal for hosting memorable events. With their prime locations, these venues are perfect for corporate gatherings, offering accessibility and a touch of elegance. Consider the ambiance, capacity, and services to ensure your event's success.

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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.


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Icons that make London know the world over, from Buckingham Palace to the House of Parliament.

Home to Theatreland, world renowned music venues, museums and a piece of history on every corner.

CULTURE

London is a city that needs no introduction. It’s a global hub for business, finance, fashion and the arts, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It’s also an excellent place to hold an event, with a huge range of venues to choose from. From the iconic O2 Arena and Wembley Stadium to more intimate spaces like the Royal Albert Hall and Roundhouse, London has a venue to suit every event. And with a wealth of hotels, restaurants and bars, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to entertaining your guests.

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Discover top Reception Halls in Central London for your corporate events. Ideal locations for a sophisticated and accessible event experience.

Reception Halls in Central London

Reception Halls

Explore Gray's Inn, a historic reception hall in Central London, perfect for corporate events and private gatherings.

The Hall at Gray's Inn is a grand, versatile space ideal for corporate events, gala dinners, and awards ceremonies. Conveniently located between Chancery lane and Holborn stations, it blends historic elegance with modern comfort. Seating up to 120 guests for award dinners and accommodating  up to 180 for standing receptions, The Hall features soaring ceilings and stunning wood panelling, creating an impressive atmosphere. 

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Elegant banquet hall with wooden ceilings, ideal for formal events and celebrations.

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Elegant banquet hall at Gray's Inn, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant event space in Gray's Inn Hall, perfect for conferences and seminars.

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Elegant dining hall with vaulted ceiling, ideal for formal banquets and gatherings.

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The Hall

The Honourable Society of Gray's Inn

Gray's Inn Reception Hall

Explore The HAC for elegant reception halls in Central London, perfect for corporate events and special occasions.

With the large windows and natural light, it is ideal for private lunches and dinners to celebrate Christmas, birthdays and special events. It can also be hired out in conjunction with the Ante Room across the hallway which is perfect for a reception space when dining in the Queen's Room.

Elegant dining room in Queen's Room, HAC for corporate dinners and intimate gatherings.

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Elegant dining table in Queen's Room, HAC, perfect for formal events and galas.

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Elegant dining table in Queen's Room, HAC for formal events and galas.

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Elegant dining room in Queen's Room, HAC for intimate gatherings and corporate dinners.

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Queen's Room

The HAC (Honourable Artillery Company)

Central London Reception Halls

Explore Stationers' Hall, a premier reception hall in Central London, perfect for elegant corporate events and gatherings.

Stationers’ Hall is the perfect City of London wedding venue, offering a unique blend of historic charm and modern elegance. Nestled near the iconic St Paul’s Cathedral, this Grade I listed building features stunning stained glass windows and beautifully appointed function rooms, ideal for various capacities and layouts. The Court Room and Main Hall are both licensed for civil ceremonies, accommodating 120 and 200 guests respectively. After exchanging vows, celebrate in the exquisite Main Hall, perfect for your wedding breakfast, seating up to 200 guests in a grand yet intimate setting. 

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Stationers' Hall and Garden

Explore The Royal Society's stunning reception halls in Central London, perfect for corporate events with views over St James's Park.

The Kohn Centre offers impressive views over St James's Park and the Mall.

It is the ideal medium sized conference facility, perfect for meetings, networking events, drink receptions and more. It comes with its private catering space, the Marble Hall, which comes with Venetian decorations. 

The Marble Hall is a memorable venue for receptions for 100 people and dinners for 60 people. 

Kohn Centre & Marble Hall: elegant event space with ornate architecture for upscale gatherings.

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Elegant dining setup at Kohn Centre, Royal Society for upscale events and gatherings.

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Kohn Centre dining space with elegant table setting, ideal for formal events and galas.

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Kohn Centre & Marble Hall: elegant meeting space for corporate events and upscale dinners.

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Kohn Centre & Marble Hall event space with elegant decor for upscale receptions.

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Kohn Centre & Marble Hall

The Royal Society

Reception Halls at The Royal Society

Explore Royal Horticultural Halls, a premier reception venue in Central London, perfect for corporate events and elegant gatherings.

The Striking Lawrence Hall, with its unique art-deco design and high vaulted ceilings, is popular with organisers who want a London Venue with stunning architectural heritage. The Hall can be utilised for a variety of events including exhibitions, film sets and fashion shows, and can accommodate up to 1,500 for a standing reception, 900 for dinner, 750 for a dinner dance and 1,000 for a conference. 

Lawrence Hall with floral arrangements for a high-end gala event.

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Elegant round tables in Lawrence Hall, perfect for upscale weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant floral arch in Lawrence Hall, perfect for upscale fashion shows and events.

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Lawrence Hall event space with vibrant mushroom balloon installation and dynamic lighting.

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Lawrence Hall entrance with vibrant purple design, perfect for themed events and celebrations.

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Lawrence Hall

Royal Horticultural Halls

Explore No.11 Cavendish Square, a prime reception hall in Central London, perfect for sophisticated corporate events.

The Garden room is located in the Grade II listed Georgian town house part of the venue and overlooks both Cavendish Square and our Courtyard Garden. The rooms original purpose was a traditional library and research resource before being revamped into a stunning space perfect for Wedding ceremonies.

The room has 3 beautiful fireplaces, chandeliers and a stunning cornice.

The space can accommodate up to 110 for a ceremony before moving in to our Orangery for the Wedding Breakfast.

Elegant Garden Room with floral arch, perfect for weddings and intimate events.

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Elegant chiavari chairs in the Garden Room, perfect for corporate events and seminars.

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Garden Room

No.11 Cavendish Square

Elegant Reception Halls in Central London

Explore One Birdcage Walk, a prime reception hall in Central London, perfect for corporate events and elegant gatherings.

Located on the lower ground floor, the unique Venetian palazzo-styled Marble Hall and adjoining Gallery is the perfect registration and catering area for events held in the Lecture Theatre.

This space is also available to hire as a standalone space of an evening for drinks receptions and dinners,

Elegant Marble Hall event space with classic architecture, ideal for meetings and receptions.

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Elegant Marble Hall with tiled floor, ideal for receptions and networking events.

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Elegant Marble Hall event space with floral decor for meetings and gatherings.

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Elegant Marble Hall refreshment station for sophisticated events and catering.

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Elegant Marble Hall with chandelier, perfect for upscale receptions and networking events.

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Marble Hall and adjoining Gallery

One Birdcage Walk

Reception Halls at One Birdcage Walk

Explore Plaisterers’ Hall, a top choice for corporate reception halls in Central London, offering versatile event spaces.

City venue Plaisterers’ Hall includes a variety of event spaces which are suited to corporate events large and small. The spaces include the large Great Hall, which is best suited to presentations, awards ceremonies and road shows, and smaller adjoining spaces such as the Mott & Humber rooms, Livery Hall and Reception space. The range of rooms allows great flexibility for corporate entertaining. You could use the spaces individually or create an event that makes use of the entire venue – smaller spaces are perfect for breakout rooms, catering areas and that seperate drinks reception space.

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Plaisterers’ Hall Reception Venue

Explore The Landmark's Empire Room, a premier reception hall in Central London, perfect for sophisticated corporate events.


The Empire Room is a truly captivating space that seamlessly blends charm with modern functionality. This exquisite room is a testament to the grandeur featuring north and west- facing floor-length windows that flood the space with natural light, illuminating the room's beauty in the most enchanting way. The high ceilings, reminiscent of an era of elegance, create a sense of airiness that is simply unparalleled.

Tailored to cater to your business event needs. In the theatre style, it can graciously host up to 220 guests, allowing for an atmosphere of collaboration and engagement. 


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Empire Room

The Landmark London

Reception Halls at The Landmark

Explore Sky Garden's stunning reception halls in Central London, perfect for corporate events with panoramic city views.

155 metres above London and spanning three storeys, Sky Garden offers four beautiful spaces and restaurants for a variety of meetings and events.  

Exclusive hire of Sky Garden provides your guests with access across all of the public spaces (Sky Pod- Level 35 and City Garden- Level 36).

With panoramic views of London and an incredible garden setting, Sky Garden is the perfect venue for conferences and meetings with the WOW factor. 

Full day hire of Sky Garden is from 6am-6am including set up and de-rig time. 

Half day hire of Sky Garden is from 4pm-2am including set up and de-rig time. 


Sky Garden London event space with modern design, ideal for presentations and gatherings.

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Exclusive hire Sky Garden London with elegant tables and panoramic views for upscale events.

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Sky Garden London event space with skyline view, ideal for corporate gatherings.

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Exclusive Hire Sky Garden London event space with vibrant branding and seating.

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Sky Garden London event space with skyline view for corporate meetings and conferences.

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Exclusive Hire of Sky Garden

Sky Garden London

Sky Garden Reception Halls

A spacious, glass-roofed atrium in central London, ideal for corporate events and receptions.

The Max Rayne Atrium is a stunning vaulted glass roofed space offering plenty of natural day light, making it ideal for receptions, exhibitions, products launches, conference dining, networking drinks or other corporate events. This spacious event space can hold up to 200 delegates and can be set up in many different ways to accommodate your vision. Being on the ground floor, the Max Rayne Atrium is also fully accessible to wheelchair users. 

Max Rayne Atrium with glass ceiling, ideal for elegant events and gatherings.

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Max Rayne Atrium at 1 Wimpole Street, modern glass ceiling, ideal for receptions and meetings.

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Max Rayne Atrium event space with elegant round tables, perfect for weddings and galas.

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Max Rayne Atrium event space with elegant tables and blue balloon decor for celebrations.

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Max Rayne Atrium event space with elegant cocktail tables, ideal for receptions and networking.

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Max Rayne Atrium 

1 Wimpole Street

An underground industrial venue with original features and a train ride. Ideal for corporate events.

The Mail Rail at The Postal Museum is a unique venue in Central London that provides a unique subterranean event space which includes an immersive underground train ride through the 100-year-old secret tunnels.  The impressive, industrial blank canvas space has countless inspiring architectural features including vaulted ceilings and exposed brick work.  Highly adaptable it can be hired for product launches, award ceremonies, corporate events and gala dinners.

Mail Rail event space with vibrant lighting, ideal for upscale gatherings and networking.

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Elegant round tables in Mail Rail, The Postal Museum, ideal for corporate events and celebrations.

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Mail Rail event space in The Postal Museum with vibrant lighting for networking and gatherings.

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Mail Rail event space with transparent chairs, ideal for conferences and panel discussions.

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Mail Rail event space in The Postal Museum with ambient blue lighting for networking events.

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Mail Rail

The Postal Museum

A stylish rooftop space with stunning city views, perfect for al fresco dining and cocktails.

For the most prestigious occasions, choose The Rooftop. 

Enjoy a selection of convivial small plates and expertly crafted cocktails, all set against the stunning backdrop of the city skyline - an unforgettable setting for your event.

For premium al fresco dining, opt for The Gallery, or unwind at The Deck, our sun-drenched area, perfect for a relaxed cocktail reception.
Available for both exclusive and non-exclusive events.


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