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Charing Cross, nestled in the heart of Central London, offers a prime selection of conference venues perfect for professional gatherings. These venues blend historical charm with modern facilities, ideal for fostering collaboration and innovation among attendees. When choosing a venue here, consider accessibility, technological capabilities, and space layout to ensure a successful event.

Charing Cross acts as a major transport hub throughout London, meaning attendees can easily get to and from your event. Win win!

TRANSPORT

A stone's throw from some of London's most famous and iconic landmarks, Charing Cross is a stellar choice for an event for international visitors.

LANDMARKS

Charing Cross was the site of the final battle of Wyatt's Rebellion in 1554, and Trafalgar Square is just round the corner. 

HISTORY

Charing Cross is an area in Westminster in Central London, and is essentially an intersection where the Strand and Whitehall meet. The area is primarily known for its world-famous train station and is one of the busiest and most important transport hubs in London, connecting all areas of the city by train, tube, or bus. A stone's throw from Trafalgar Square, Soho, Embankment, the Strand and Covent Garden, this area is a goldmine for events venues of all shapes and sizes.

From culture hotspots such as the National Gallery to stunning townhouses like 10-11 Carlton House Terrace, and a treasure trove of restaurants, bars, and hotels generously sprinkled in between, Charing Cross has been well established as a central location for events in London for many years. Trafalgar St James is an example of a stunning high-end venue in Charing Cross, offering a roof terrace with incredible views of the city. 

Charing Cross

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

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

Discover top Conference Venues in Charing Cross, Central London. Ideal for professional events with excellent transport links and modern amenities.

Conference Venues in Charing Cross

Conference Venues

A versatile cinema in Leicester Square with 9 screens, including a 3D screen. Suitable for premieres.

Vue West End is located in Leicester Square, making it an ideal venue for business events and corporate gatherings. With nine state-of-the-art screens, including a stunning 3D screen, this cinema offers a unique setting for presentations, product launches. The auditorium seating accommodates between 94 and 270 guests, ensuring flexibility for various group sizes. Enjoy comfortable cinema chairs, advanced digital projectors, and the option for digital branding to enhance your event. Catering services and a licensed bar are available, providing a seamless experience for your attendees.

Modern cinema auditorium with spacious seating for film screenings and corporate events.

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"Friendly server welcomes guests with vibrant cocktails at VUE West End events."

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Modern bar area in VUE West End, perfect for networking events and receptions.

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Refreshment table with pastries and fruits at VUE West End networking event.

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Refreshment station with coffee, tea, and cookies for meetings at VUE West End.

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Theatre

Business

Screen 6

London

VUE West End

A versatile, private space for up to 90 guests in a discreet members club with a large roof terrace.

Our Green Room is the perfect place to say 'I do'. This completely versatile and original space can be set up to accommodate up to 90 seated guests.

This Space can also be used as the location for your wedding breakfast, again fitting up to 90 people including a Top Table for the wedding party.

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Elegant Green Room at Century Club with floral centerpieces for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant Green Room at Century Club with round tables, ideal for upscale events and gatherings.

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Reception

Weddings

Green Room

Century Club

Interlinking rooms with large windows in a Georgian landmark. Ideal for intimate dinners and receptions.

The St James 1 & 2 rooms with their large sash windows over looking Pall Mall are ideal for smaller events.  They are also interlinking which means that you have the option of opening them up or using one as a reception with the other for dinner.

Great for intimate dinners and receptions.


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Elegant St James Rooms at 116 Pall Mall, perfect for receptions and networking events.

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St James Rooms at 116 Pall Mall, elegant venue for corporate events and receptions.

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Elegant refreshment station at St James Rooms, perfect for networking events and receptions.

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Elegant event space at St James Rooms, ideal for corporate meetings and upscale receptions.

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Elegant staircase at St James Rooms, 116 Pall Mall, perfect for upscale events and receptions.

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Elegant St James Rooms event space with chandelier and vibrant uplighting for upscale gatherings.

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Elegant St James Rooms with grand chandelier, perfect for corporate events and weddings.

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St James Rooms event space with sleek stage, ideal for corporate meetings and presentations.

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Elegant St James Rooms at 116 Pall Mall, perfect for networking and cocktail receptions.

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Elegant St James Rooms event space with grand chandelier, perfect for upscale gatherings.

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Elegant St James Rooms lobby with grand columns, perfect for formal events and receptions.

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Elegant staircase at St James Rooms, adorned with lights for festive holiday events.

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Vibrant red flowers in window box at St James Rooms, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for events.

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Events

St James Rooms 

116 Pall Mall

Elegant, chandelier-lit room in a historic hotel. Ideal for business events and corporate parties.

The Regency is a stunning space resplendent with three chandeliers and  several windows which flood the space with natural light .
Elegant period features create an opulent atmosphere in which to hold a business event.
Whether a seminar, training session or private corporate party our expert staff will make your event special.
The room comes with complimentary wifi and all the trappings needed for a successful event of almost any  business type.
With much experience of hosting high security events as well as many major corporate clients we can deliver perfection.



Sophisticated meeting room at The Clermont Charing Cross with elegant chandeliers for events.

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Sophisticated meeting room at The Clermont Charing Cross with elegant chandeliers for corporate events.

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Regency

The Clermont Charing Cross

Elegant, versatile event space with natural light and terrace. Ideal for receptions and meetings.

Studios 1 & 2 at St Martins Lane offer a versatile and elegant space flooded with natural daylight, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows. The blank canvas design allows for customization, making it suitable for a variety of events such as product launches, afterparties, cocktail receptions for up to 200, and private meetings for up to 150 theatre style. The mirror details add a touch of luxury, and the outdoor terrace provides a breakout area. With inbuilt LCD screens, this space is ideal for creating a stylish and engaging atmosphere for events.

U-shaped meeting space in St Martins Lane, ideal for workshops and corporate events.

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Modern entrance of Studios 1 & 2, St Martins Lane, ideal for upscale events and gatherings.

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Sophisticated lounge with warm wood paneling for networking events and meetings.

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Studios 1 & 2

St Martins Lane

A historic 630-seat art deco auditorium in central London, ideal for meetings and performances.

The auditorium offers a unique art deco backdrop to your event.  With excellent acoustics and comfortable seating, the space lends itself to a variety of events including presentations, seminars, meetings and training.

Please note that the stage configuration and set design is dependent upon the resident production.  Please contact us for further information regarding onstage restrictions.

The auditorium is available to hire all day Tuesday and 09:00 - 16:30 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Elegant auditorium stage with tiered seating, ideal for corporate events and performances.

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Trafalgar Theatre auditorium with tiered seating for events and performances.

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Auditorium

Trafalgar Theatre

One Aldwych is well located for both the City and the West End and offers a bright and inspiring backdrop for your meeting. Located on the mezzanine level the Press & Type Room are perfectly situated next door to each other and can be used separately or combined together and their versatility makes them ideal for a board meeting or theatre style presentation. 
Hybrid event options are available. Please see Prices & Hours section for details. 


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Sophisticated meeting room at The Press & Type Rooms, ideal for corporate events.

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Meeting room at The Press & Type Rooms, One Aldwych, ideal for corporate workshops.

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The Press & Type Rooms

One Aldwych 

A state-of-the-art IMAX cinema in Leicester Square, ideal for private screenings and gala events.

Where better to hold a screening than at a cinema? Treat your guests to your own showing of the latest blockbuster, or your all-time favourite on Cineworld's new state-of-the art IMAX. The team at Cineworld Leicester Square will help you get that Hollywood blockbuster effect, without the budget-busting price tag. They'll work with you to make sure your event is exactly right for your guests, whether that's something more laid back with popcorn and all your cinema favourites, or a black tie-gala, complete with champagne reception and red-carpet arrival.

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IMAX theater at Cineworld Leicester Square with tiered seating for events and presentations.

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IMAX cinema lobby at Cineworld Leicester Square, modern design for events and premieres.

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IMAX theater at Cineworld Leicester Square with curved seating for film screenings and presentations.

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Modern IMAX auditorium at Cineworld Leicester Square with tiered seating and red lighting.

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IMAX Cineworld Leicester Square with blue-lit staircase, ideal for conferences and events.

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Screenings

IMAX

Cineworld Leicester Square

A modern theatre space with AV facilities for presentations, product launches, and award ceremonies in a prestigious art gallery.

With audio-visual facilities and comfortable tiered seating, the Ondaatje Wing Theatre is the perfect space for an evening presentation, product launch or award ceremony before a drinks reception in the Gallery. The Lecture Theatre can be hired at any time of day.

Events in the Theatre can be paired with breakfast, evening reception or dinner events in Gallery spaces.

Hire includes use of AV equipment and presence of AV Technician.

This space has 138 fixed seats and a maximum capacity of 150.

Modern auditorium with tiered seating in The Ondaatje Wing Theatre, perfect for conferences.