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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, ensuring a conducive environment for corporate events. Ideal for medium to large organisations looking to inspire and connect, each venue provides state-of-the-art amenities tailored to facilitate seamless presentations and networking.

Charing Cross is a major transport hub, with excellent links to the rest of London and beyond.

TRANSPORT

Charing Cross is home to some of London’s most iconic landmarks, including Trafalgar Square and the Houses of Parliament.

LANDMARKS

Charing Cross is a vibrant cultural hub, with world-famous theatres, music venues and museums.

CULTURE

Charing Cross is a major junction in Central London, where the Strand, Whitehall, Trafalgar Square and The Mall all meet. It’s named after the Eleanor Cross that once stood here, erected in 1291 by King Edward I in memory of his late wife, Eleanor of Castile. Today, Charing Cross is a popular spot for events, with a number of excellent venues in the area, including the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lighting ceremony, the New Year’s Eve fireworks and the Chinese New Year celebrations. If you’re looking for a central London location for your event, Charing Cross is the perfect choice.

Charring 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 impactful corporate events and professional gatherings.

Conference Venues in Charing Cross

Conference Venues

180-capacity Georgian conference venue near Charing Cross with sky-lit Great Room, built-in AV, and breakout spaces from £5,650 for exclusive hire.

The Great Room is jewel in the crown, accommodating up to 180 guests theatre and 80 guests cabaret style for conferences. The room features high ceilings and a skylight which floods in a natural daylight. The room is air-conditioned and can be completely blacked out for presentations or hybrid events. The state-of-the art audio-visual facilities include an HD projector for both data and professional format video projection.

Elegant Great Room at RSA House, perfect for conferences and networking events.

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Elegant Great Room at RSA House, ideal for corporate events and conferences.

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Sophisticated RSA House Great Room with modern seating and historical murals for events.

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Great Room at RSA House with elegant seating and large screen for conferences.

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Elegant Great Room at RSA House with round tables, ideal for meetings and receptions.

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Reception

Business

The Great Room

London

RSA House

Iconic Trafalgar Square gallery with baroque masterpieces, ornate ceilings and dramatic lighting. Ideal for prestigious conferences up to 200 standing, from £120 per pers

Located just off the Portico entrance, Central Hall is perfectly placed to host exceptional receptions and dinners. At the heart of the Gallery, it showcases treasures such as The Portrait of Charles William Lambton (‘The Red Boy’) by Sir Thomas Lawrence. It is also within easy reach of masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet, and Manet, ideal for add-on private tours.

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Events

Central Hall

The National Gallery

Historic Trafalgar Square venue with 130-capacity theatre-style hall, perfect for conferences. 2 minutes from Charing Cross station, from £132 per person for full-day eve

St Martin’s Hall is a beautiful room with oak panelling and even though the space is situated underground the room has an abundance of natural daylight. 

There is fresh air supply, under floor heating, WIFI, adjustable lighting and has its own private bathrooms and cloakroom. It also has its own separate space for refreshments in the ‘Lightwell’ which is situated right outside the Hall. St Martins Hall can hold up to 130 delegates in a theatre style, 64 delegates in a cabaret style or 32 in a boardroom style.

St Martins Hall meeting room with round tables, ideal for events and presentations.

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St Martins Hall event space with gray chairs, ideal for presentations and meetings.

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St Martins Hall meeting space with gray and red chairs, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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St Martins Hall atrium, modern glass design for corporate meetings and social events.

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St Martins Hall meeting space with wooden walls, ideal for networking events and discussions.

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St Martins Hall & Lightwell

St Martin-in-the-Fields

Grade I listed conference venue near Charing Cross with 104-capacity theatre-style space, elegant period rooms, modern AV facilities, from £31 per person for day hire.

The Beatrice Webb Room is a unique setting for your next workshop, seminar or AGM. The room boasts large windows, electric blinds and air conditioning. Our in-house AV team are on hand to provide you with support for your meeting and presentation needs. Ask about our AV packages.

The Beatrice Webb Room comes with a complimentary catering space and a shared lobby for registration. 

Beatrice Webb Room: elegant event space with wooden flooring, ideal for networking and workshops.

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Beatrice Webb Room, Gallery & Music Room

{10-11} Carlton House Terrace

451-seat riverside lecture theatre with 7m ultra-wide screen, ideal for large conferences. 2 mins from Charing Cross station. From £110 per person including catering and 

The Kelvin Lecture Theatre is the perfect space to keep a large audience engaged. There is even the option to broadcast your event beyond the venue with state-of-the-art AV and virtual event technology. 

Kelvin Lecture Theatre with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and events.

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Kelvin Lecture Theatre with tiered seating, ideal for professional events and presentations.

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Theatre

Kelvin Lecture Theatre 

IET Savoy place

300-capacity conference venue in Covent Garden with 7 interconnecting studios, ideal for corporate events. Theatre-style seating for 200, from £110 per person day delegat

Elegantly styled with light decor, the ME Room is available for hire 24 hours a day. 

Large scale events such as fashion shows and car launches are just a small selection of the impressive events held here. 

The ME Room can accommodate up to 150 guests for a standing reception or 80 for dinner, or with the inter-connecting walls removed between the 6 adjoining studios, the total capacity can be increased to 300pax for a reception or 250pax for a seated lunch or dinner.

The venue comes complete with all furniture and linen, as well as table centrepieces and elegant uplighting. 

Sleek ME Room in ME London, perfect for presentations and networking events.

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Dynamic fashion show in ME London Event Space with sleek venue design and audience engagement.

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Sleek ME Room in ME London, ideal for Jaguar showcases and corporate events.

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Sleek ME Room event space for automotive showcases, ideal for product launches and networking.

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Modern ME Room event space set for a fashion show with defined runway and seating.

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The ME Room 

ME London Event Space

200-capacity Westminster Suite in luxury St James hotel, ideal for conferences with dual 98" screens, flexible layouts, from £95 per delegate including refreshments.

The Mayfair Suite at Sofitel London St James is an exquisite venue perfect for hosting weddings, social events, and corporate gatherings. With its elegant decor and sophisticated ambiance, it provides a stunning backdrop for any occasion. The dedicated team of wedding specialists and event planners ensures that every detail is meticulously handled, allowing you to focus on enjoying your event. The suite is designed to accommodate both intimate ceremonies and larger receptions, making it versatile for various types of events. Guests can indulge in a culinary experience with customizable menus crafted by renowned chefs, featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The Mayfair Suite also offers a private entrance for a more exclusive experience, enhancing the overall luxury and sophistication of your event.

Westminster Suite at Sofitel London: elegant banquet room for corporate events and gatherings.

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Elegant Westminster Suite at Sofitel London, ideal for corporate events and weddings.

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Sofitel London St James Corporate Event ...

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Hire Westminster Suite, Sofitel London ...

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Westminster Suite

Sofitel London St James

110-seat tiered theatre in Covent Garden's transport museum, ideal for conferences with 4K projection, built-in stage, from £3,550 for day hire.

Following a £500k AV refurbishment, the Cubic Theatre has professional DCP/DCI playback capabilities with true 4k resolution and Dolby Digital surround sound for a full cinema experience. All equipment is supported by our in-house technical team, who are bookable throughout your event. The adjoining Foyer is perfect for welcome drinks and post-screening networking whilst our catering partner Benugo can serve cinema-inspired canapes.

Cubic Theatre at London Transport Museum with tiered seating for events and screenings.

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Cubic Theatre at London Transport Museum with tiered seating for corporate events and screenings.

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Cubic Theatre auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for presentations and screenings.

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Cubic Theatre seating with red chairs, ideal for presentations and film screenings.

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Screenings

The Cubic Theatre

London Transport Museum

London Transport Museum - The Cubic Theatre

150-capacity conference venue in Covent Garden with 2 projectors, 6 wireless mics, industrial-chic Forum space. From £4,600 weekday hire plus £30pp minimum spend.

Located on the Conduit's first floor, The Forum is a versatile, multipurpose events space, with access to AV facilities. With its original brick wall, light-filled windows and industrial details, the space is the perfect blank canvas for filming and photography.

Stylish dinner event space at The Forum, featuring elegant communal tables and warm lighting.

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Modern dining setup at The Forum, elegant tables for corporate events and receptions.

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Stylish event space at The Forum with vibrant purple lighting for corporate gatherings.

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The Forum in The Conduit: modern event space with round tables for meetings and gatherings.

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Film and Photo

The Forum

The Conduit

24-capacity conference room in Covent Garden with 75-inch HD screen, natural daylight, hybrid event capabilities. £110 per delegate day rate includes catering.

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. 


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

One Aldwych - The Press & Type Rooms

Top-floor Penthouse Suite with London Eye views, up to 100 theatre-style, 2 mins from Leicester Square station, from £85 per delegate including AV.

The Penthouse Suite sits pride of place on the top floor. Wonderful for corporate events or product launches, a sweeping panorama of the Lond skyline iclude landmarks such as The London Eye and Big Ben. We can host up to 100 guests, reception style. Complimentary, high speed Wi-Fi is available throughout our hotel on unlimited devices.

Penthouse Suite at Radisson Blu London, elegant event space for corporate meetings and celebrations.

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Penthouse Suite at Radisson Blu, London: elegant meeting space for corporate events.

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Penthouse Suite meeting room at Radisson Blu, London; elegant setup for corporate events.

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Penthouse Suite

Radisson Blu Hotel, London Leicester Square

Georgian landmark conference room near Trafalgar Square, seats 140 theatre-style with ornate features, from £72 per delegate including catering and AV.

Majestic yet welcoming, this classic Georgian room is one our most sought after for daytime events and combines perfectly with the adjacent Trafalgar 1 & 2 as  breakout or catering rooms. Burton is a fantastic option for conferences, exhibitions, AGMS, seminars and networking events. The classically striking room offers a blank canvas for any corporate use.

Elegant meeting room at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for corporate events and conferences.

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Elegant meeting room at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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Sophisticated event space at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for networking and elegant gatherings.

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Grand staircase at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for elegant receptions and ceremonies.

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Elegant meeting room at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, set for corporate presentations.

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Burton

116 Pall Mall

116 Pall Mall - Burton

451-capacity tiered lecture theatre near Charing Cross with 7m ultra-wide screen, advanced AV tech, and Thames views. From £5,860 per day for conferences.

Hosting up to 451 people in tiered seating, the lecture theatre comes with 391 ground level seats and a further 30 on each of the two balconies, also accommodating up to nine speakers on stage.

Whether presenting to a seated audience or extending the reach of your event through live streaming, the Kelvin Lecture Theatre offers unparalleled digital opportunities to showcase your brand and to ensure optimum engagement with your speakers and audiences.

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Kelvin Lecture Theatre

IET London: Savoy Place

70-capacity Thames-view conference suite in historic Whitehall hotel, ideal for corporate meetings, from £135pp including dinner package, 2 mins from Charing Cross.

The Meston Suite overlooks some of Whitehall's finest architecture. With its whites walls and magnificent floor to ceiling windows. The Meston Suite is flooded with natural daylight. An architectural jewel that lends itself to all types of events including drinks reception and baby shower afternoon teas.

Meston Suite at Royal Horseguards Hotel, elegant venue for weddings and conferences.

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Meston Suite at Royal Horseguards Hotel, elegant event space for corporate meetings.

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Elegant Meston Suite with floral tables, perfect for networking events and receptions.

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Elegant banquet room in The Meston Suite, ideal for upscale meetings and events.

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Meston Suite at Royal Horseguards Hotel, elegant wedding venue with acrylic chairs.