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Covent Garden, nestled in the heart of Central London, offers a vibrant selection of event venues perfect for professionals seeking distinguished settings. This iconic area blends historical charm with contemporary facilities, making it ideal for corporate events, product launches, and networking gatherings. Consider the local ambiance and transport links when choosing your venue to enhance attendee experience.

Thanks to its convenient central location, Covent Garden is super easy to get to by tube, train, bus or on foot!

TRANSPORT

Originally a market garden that sold produce from local farms, Covent Garden was first developed in the 1600s and quickly became a hub for entertainment

HISTORY

Covent Garden is renowned for its range of eateries, ranging from casual to more upmarket. There's something for everyone!

FOOD & DRINK

Covent Garden is a vibrant and historic area situated in the heart of London's West End. Centred around a bustling pedestrianised Italian-style Piazza, inside the intricate market building (which dates all the way back to 1835) there are an array of shops, restaurants and bars which can all double as unique event locations! 

Also home to the world-famous London Transport Museum, there are a plethora of venues nearby, perfect for drinks receptions, corporate dinners, conferences or meetings. This area is often used as a filming location too thanks to its aesthetically-pleasing architecure reminiscent of a past era. Covent Garden has excellent transport links to the rest of the city, served by several nearby tube stations as well as Charing Cross train station. Covent Garden is particularly popular in summer, as tourists and locals alike flock to enjoy a cold drink in the Piazza whilst watching the live entertainers that often perform there.

Covent Garden

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.

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 event venues in Covent Garden, Central London. Ideal for corporate events and professional gatherings in a historic yet modern setting.

Event Venues in Covent Garden

Event Venues

Historic 18th-century venue in Covent Garden with Thames views, accommodating 300 standing. Four elegant rooms with courtyard access from £160 per person for exclusive hi

Accessed directly from The Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court, the East Wing offers an array of options for private events. These exclusive, interlinking rooms are primarily used for exhibitions as part of Somerset House cultural programme however, throughout certain times of the year, they can be hired for private events.

The East Wing is the perfect location for a boardroom meeting, intimate conference, tradeshows or launch event.

Elegant event space in Somerset House's East Wing with warm lighting and floral decor.

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Elegant East Wing at Somerset House, perfect for cocktail receptions and intimate gatherings.

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East Wing Somerset House gallery, polished floors, ideal for art exhibitions and corporate events.

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Sophisticated gallery in Somerset House, ideal for art exhibitions and networking events.

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East Wing at Somerset House: modern event space with sleek bar, ideal for networking and receptions.

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The East Wing

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Somerset House

Somerset House - The East Wing

Prestigious gallery venue near Covent Garden with 900-capacity reception spaces, 138-seat theatre, and historic portrait collections. From £75 per person for exclusive hi

The National Portrait Gallery is available for exclusive hire Monday to Thursday evenings from 18:45 and throughout the week from 08:00 to 10:00 for morning events. We can accommodate drinks receptions for up to 900 people and dinners for up to 120. 

Elegant venue entrance with red carpet at National Portrait Gallery for evening events.

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Elegant event setup at National Portrait Gallery with floral bar and classic artwork.

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Whole Venue at National Portrait Gallery, illuminated historic building for upscale events.

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Vibrant National Portrait Gallery venue with red walls, perfect for events and exhibitions.

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Elegant gallery venue with warm lighting, ideal for art exhibitions and corporate events.

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National Portrait Gallery

Historic Edwardian hotel's 500-capacity Adelphi Suite in Covent Garden, ideal for corporate conferences and events, from £110 per delegate including catering.

The Waldorf Hilton can make your meetings smarter, environmentally friendly and more personal. At the Waldorf Hilton you'll get more than just a room. With fluid spaces, many different staging options and modern technology and lighting facilities, we'll fulfill your event requirements exactly. Need to accommodate several hundred guests for a conference in London? Simple. Have delegates arriving at different times throughout a global team-building week? Consider it handled! Whatever the scale and complexity of your event, the Waldorf Hilton shall deliver.

Adelphi Suite at The Waldorf Hilton, London: elegant event space with glass ceiling.

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Adelphi Suite dining area at The Waldorf Hilton, London, ideal for formal events and galas.

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Adelphi Suite at The Waldorf Hilton, London: elegant meeting space with U-shaped tables.

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Elegant Adelphi Suite at The Waldorf Hilton, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Adelphi Suite at The Waldorf Hilton, London - elegant venue for corporate events and weddings.

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Adelphi Suite

The Waldorf Hilton, London

The Waldorf Hilton, London - Adelphi Suite

Georgian venue near Covent Garden with 180-capacity Great Room, built-in AV, skylight, ideal for corporate conferences from £5,557 plus catering minimum spend.

The Great Room is jewel in the crown, accommodating up to 130 guests for seated lunch and dinner events. The space perfectly works together with our ground floor spacious and elegant Benjamin Franklin Room where people will enjoy their arrival drinks reception. 

Elegant banquet hall in RSA House with floral centerpieces, ideal for weddings and events.

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Elegant event space in RSA House with fine china and floral centerpieces for formal gatherings.

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Elegant banquet hall in RSA House, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant Great Room at RSA House with round tables for formal dinners, ideal for weddings.

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Elegant event space in RSA House with floral centerpieces, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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The Great Room

RSA House

Unique bookstore-top auditorium in Covent Garden with collapsible staging, up to 220 standing capacity, AV system, from £1,350 for half-day corporate events.

Whether you're holding a conference or a private party, a drinks reception, launch or an awards ceremony, our space is designed to fulfil your requirements.

Centrally located, with collapsible staging, equipped with wireless and wired microphones, Level 6 can accommodate speeches, discussion panels and performance.

In addition, we offer the freedom to dress or brand the space as you desire.



Elegant event space with round tables, ideal for corporate gatherings and celebrations.

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Versatile auditorium venue with polished wooden floor for corporate events and receptions.

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Stylish auditorium venue with modern bar, ideal for networking and cocktail receptions.

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Modern auditorium meeting space with long table, ideal for events and collaboration.

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Whole Venue Auditorium with red chairs, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Auditorium - Level 6 Foyles 

Converted Covent Garden warehouse with modular furniture and floor-to-ceiling whiteboards, seating up to 45 theatre-style. From £150/hour for innovation workshops.

Taking full advantage of our warehouse roots, The Warehouse is an impressive space, ideal for focus groups, workshops, innovation sessions, team days, co-creation sessions and meetings. 

Featuring original wooden flooring, floor to ceiling whiteboards and modular furniture the studio can be configured to meet every need, seating up to 45 people theatre style, 20 boardroom style and with a video linked viewing room for 10 observers. 

The Warehouse can also be hired as a temporary project space for research teams and has a self contained kitchen.




Modern meeting space with greenery, ideal for workshops and team meetings.

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Modern meeting space with long white table for collaboration and creativity events.

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Modern meeting space with long table, ideal for collaborative events in Sutherland Labs.

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

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Modern meeting space with natural light for creative brainstorming sessions.

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The Warehouse & Snug

Sutherland Labs

1,000-capacity Victorian ballroom 3 minutes from Trafalgar Square, ideal for corporate conferences. Theatre-style for 500, cabaret for 250. Recent quotes from £59pp for d

Described by English Heritage as 'the grandest example of a Victorian ballroom in existence', the Ballroom is the centrepiece of London's most central venue.

The Ballroom is ideal for Conferences, Networking receptions, Product Launches, Lavish Dinners, and Christmas parties. 

Cutting-edge technology, light and airy spaces, and high speed dedicated internet connections are just some of the ways in which we can support getting your message across. 

The expert team of event managers can help with every aspect of your event and will make sure your day goes above and beyond expectations


Elegant ballroom with round tables, ideal for gala and awards ceremonies.

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Elegant gala setup in The Ballroom, featuring vibrant centerpieces and ambient lighting.

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Grand event space with high ceilings at 8 Northumberland Avenue for conferences and formal events.

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Elegant event space at 8 Northumberland Avenue with floral decor for galas and corporate events.

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Event space at 8 Northumberland Avenue with stage, modern lighting for presentations.

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The Ballroom

8 Northumberland Avenue

8 Northumberland Avenue - The Ballroom

Historic Georgian suites in Covent Garden accommodating 300 theatre-style or 250 banquet. Natural daylight, air-conditioning, from £89 per delegate including catering and

The Edinburgh Suite located on the first floor boasts natural daylight and is designed to incorporate the architecture and heritage of the venue. 

This room can accommodate up to 400 guests for a standing buffet and 200 guests for a banquet. The Drawing Room, adjacent to the Edinburgh Suite is designed with a dramatic and theatrical feel, magnificent lighting and self contained with a circular bar - perfect for a drinks reception, coffee point, or breakout area for an exhibition or main plenary room. 

Elegant Edinburgh event space with chandeliers, ideal for weddings and gatherings.

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Edinburgh Drawing Room at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, ideal for networking events.

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Edinburgh & Drawing Room 

De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms 

Edinburgh & Drawing Room

Private Soho club with 150-capacity Green Room, natural daylight, private bar, and London's largest roof terrace. From £170 per person for corporate events.

If you're looking for a place for corporate dining, our green room is the perfect space. The room can accommodate up to 90 guests, via a variety of different dining setups from, large table rounds, U-shaped & long tables.

Elegant dining room in Century Club, perfect for corporate events and intimate gatherings.

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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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Elegant Green Room at Century Club, ideal for upscale weddings and corporate events.

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Green Room

Century Club

Modern Covent Garden venue with 7 versatile studios, accommodating up to 300 guests for conferences and corporate events from £110 per person.

Each Studio space is an ideal setting for corporate and private events.

With a total of 6 Studio spaces available, inter-connecting walls can be removed to open the space into one larger room, accommodating up to 100pax for a standing reception between three Studios, or up to 300pax when combining all six Studio spaces with the ME Room.

Our Studio space comes complete with all furniture, linen and table centrepieces, as well as elegant uplighting and built in speakers for background music. 

Intimate wedding ceremony space with white chairs and romantic pink lighting in ME London.

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Sophisticated event space in ME London with modern decor for upscale gatherings.

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Luxury event space with modern design and ambient lighting for automotive showcases.

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Vibrant ME London event space with stylish seating for networking and social events.

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Modern event space in ME London, set up for a professional fashion show.

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Studio Space

ME London Event Space

Historic 800-capacity ballroom at The Savoy, ideal for corporate events near Covent Garden. From £250 per person for conferences including catering and AV.

The Ballrooms at The Savoy offer a luxurious and elegant setting for a variety of events, including weddings, receptions, and corporate gatherings. With exceptional service and attention to detail, the experienced team at The Savoy ensures that every aspect of your event is meticulously planned and executed. The Ballrooms can accommodate both lavish celebrations and intimate gatherings, making them a versatile choice for any occasion. From exquisite floral arrangements to tailored menus, every detail is crafted to create a memorable experience for you and your guests. Whether you are hosting a grand wedding or a sophisticated business event, the Ballrooms provide a stunning backdrop that reflects the iconic charm of The Savoy.

Elegant Lancaster Ballroom with crystal chandeliers, perfect for weddings and galas.

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Elegant Lancaster Ballroom at The Savoy, perfect for conferences and events.

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Elegant Lancaster Ballroom at The Savoy, ideal for conferences and formal meetings.

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Elegant Lancaster Ballroom with round tables, ideal for weddings and upscale events.

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Elegant Lancaster Ballroom with floral arrangements, ideal for weddings and gala events.

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Lancaster Ballroom

The Savoy

The Savoy - Lancaster Ballroom

800-capacity pillar-free ballroom in Leicester Square boutique hotel, ideal for conferences and galas. State-of-the-art AV, from £150 per person based on recent quotes.

Breathtakingly vast, pillar-less room with soaring heights of 5.8m (19ft) and an expansive floor space to host receptions for up to 850 people, 600 seated or 464 cabaret. Set in the heart of The Londoner, the world's first Super Boutique Hotel, located in London's legendary Leicester Square.

Logistically engineered, purposefully built to host unique events, The Ballroom at The Londoner is adjoined by specially designed pre-function areas and two kitchens, providing a seamless experience accompanied by exquisite dining.

The Ballroom sets the bar for 21st century wedding spaces in London.

Elegant banquet table with floral decor in Ballroom A, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Modern meeting space in Ballroom A, The Londoner, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.

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Elegant lounge in Ballroom A, ideal for networking events and cocktail receptions.