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Covent Garden's sustainable conference venues offer a responsible choice for event organisers. These eco-friendly spaces are designed to minimise environmental impact while providing state-of-the-art facilities. Considerations like waste reduction, energy efficiency, and ethical sourcing are at the forefront, ensuring your event aligns with corporate sustainability goals.

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 eco-friendly sustainable conference venues in Covent Garden, London. Host your event with environmental responsibility in mind.

Sustainable Conference Venues in Covent Garden

Sustainable Conference Venues

500-capacity Victorian ballroom 3 minutes from Trafalgar Square, ideal for sustainable conferences with LED lighting system, from £59 per delegate for day packages.

The Ballroom naturally lends itself to luxurious dinners of all types. 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. 

Here at London's most central venue, we know how to throw a good party - so whether it's a get-together with close friends, celebrating your children's coming of age, or inviting your entire extended family to a Central London location for a once-in-a-lifetime shindig, 8 Northumberland Avenue can deliver.

Elegant ballroom with dramatic lighting, perfect for galas and formal dinners.

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Elegant ballroom with floral centerpieces, ideal for gala events and formal dinners.

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Elegant banquet hall with chandeliers, perfect for gala or corporate events.

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Elegant gala setup in The Ballroom, 8 Northumberland Avenue for MTA 2015 corporate event.

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Elegant Ballroom at 8 Northumberland Avenue, ideal for awards ceremonies and networking events.

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Reception

Dining 

The Ballroom

London

8 Northumberland Avenue

Modern sustainable conference venue in Covent Garden with eco-stationary, 300-capacity flexible spaces, day delegate rates from £110pp, ideal for corporate events.

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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Events

The ME Room 

ME London Event Space

42-seat sustainable cinema studio in Leicester Square, ideal for eco-conscious conferences with advanced AV, disabled access, from £1,000 daily hire.

Hire Oscars Bar for drinks and canapes followed by an unforgettable screening in our boutique-styled smaller screens at ODEON LUXE Leicester Square. This iconic venue seamlessly combines historic glamour with cutting-edge Dolby cinema technology, ensuring an exceptional experience for your guests. Perfect for corporate screenings, private events, or gala presentations, our state-of-the-art facilities include advanced AV equipment, disabled access, and dedicated catering options. Elevate your next conference, AGM, or seminar in the heart of London's West End, where luxury meets innovation. Enjoy the comfort of our ODEON Luxe reclining seats while indulging in bespoke hospitality tailored to your needs. Whether hosting a panel discussion or a music performance, ODEON LUXE Leicester Square is the ultimate destination for impactful events.

Modern screening room with plush seating at ODEON LUXE Leicester Square for events.

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Modern theater with plush reclining seats for corporate events and film screenings.

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Theatre

Screenings

Studio Screens

ODEON LUXE Leicester Square  

Historic 18th-century venue at Trafalgar Square with sustainable credentials, accommodating 130 theatre-style conferences, featuring vaulted ceilings and eco-conscious op

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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Business

St Martins Hall & Lightwell

St Martin-in-the-Fields

Historic Covent Garden gallery with 150-seat theatre, perfect for sustainable conferences. From £2,500 venue hire, includes AV equipment and technician support.

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.

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Panel discussion at The Ondaatje Wing Theatre, National Portrait Gallery, engaging speakers.

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The Ondaatje Wing Theatre

National Portrait Gallery

Georgian conference venue with 180-capacity Great Room, ideal for sustainable conferences. Sky-lit space with built-in AV, 2 mins from Charing Cross, from £5,650 venue hi

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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The Great Room

RSA House

Iconic Trafalgar Square gallery with baroque-surrounded Central Hall, ideal for sustainable conferences. Seats 100, stands 200. From £120 per person for day delegate pack

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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Standing

Central Hall

The National Gallery

110-seat tiered theatre in historic Covent Garden transport museum, ideal for sustainable conferences with eco-conscious heritage setting, from £3,550 for day hire includ

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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The Cubic Theatre

London Transport Museum

London Transport Museum - The Cubic Theatre

Boutique Covent Garden hotel with daylight-flooded Studios 1 & 2, up to 200 reception capacity, outdoor terrace, from £8,250 daily for sustainable conferences.

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.

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

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

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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

Grade II listed 1,027-capacity theatre auditorium in Covent Garden, ideal for sustainable conferences with historic charm, projector facilities, from £500 per hour.

Host large conferencing with a capacity of 1150 (582 with Covid-safe social distancing in place.) or hire the Aldwych for smaller meetings, workshops and corporate training events. The theatre hosts a number of hospitality rooms which can be used for breakout spaces, in addition to three fully stocked bars.

Covid-safety procedures will be in place during all hires. 

Aldwych Theatre Auditorium with plush seating, ideal for conferences and performances.

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Aldwych Theatre bar area, polished wood counter, ideal for networking events and receptions.

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Elegant Aldwych Theatre staircase with chandelier, perfect for upscale events and meetings.

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Aldwych Theatre Auditorium lobby with elegant columns, ideal for events and networking.

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Aldwych Theatre Auditorium with elegant bar, ideal for upscale events and gatherings.

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Auditorium

Aldwych Theatre Auditorium 

Sustainable conference venue in Covent Garden with 150-capacity Forum space, eco-friendly sourcing, 2 projectors, 5 mics, from £4,600 weekdays for responsible corporate e

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

Historic 100-capacity sustainable conference suite in Covent Garden with natural daylight, eco-friendly operations, and comprehensive day delegate packages from £64 per p

Located on the third floor, the Dorset Suite is a purpose-built conference room that has a fresh and modern feel, making it an ideal choice for business meetings, conferences, and corporate events. With its stylish design and state-of-the-art facilities, this versatile space accommodates a variety of setups, ensuring your event runs smoothly. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, in-house AV professionals, and convenient cloakroom and storage options. The Dorset Suite also features access to an outdoor roof terrace, perfect for networking breaks or informal gatherings. Situated within the prestigious De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden, your guests will be captivated by the venue's rich history and opulent surroundings. Elevate your business event in the heart of London, where elegance meets functionality.

Dorset Suite corridor at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, ideal for networking events.

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Dorset Suite meeting room with flexible tables, ideal for professional events and conferences.

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Dorset Suite

De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms 

Grade II listed hotel's Regency suite near Trafalgar Square, ideal for sustainable conferences. Up to 80 theatre-style, natural light, from £75 per delegate including lun

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 corporate events.

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

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Regency

The Clermont Charing Cross

800-capacity sustainable conference venue in Leicester Square with state-of-the-art AV, 5.8m ceilings, private entrance, from £150 per delegate including catering.

Breathtakingly vast, pillar-less room with soaring heights of 5.8m (19ft) and an expansive floor space to host receptions for up to 800 people, 700 seated of 336 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 event space in London.

Spacious ballroom venue with high ceilings for conferences and banquets in The Londoner.

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Ballroom at The Londoner, elegant conference room for corporate events and presentations.

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Spacious ballroom with high ceilings, ideal for conferences and exhibitions in London.

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Ballroom at The Londoner with dramatic lighting, ideal for conferences and galas.

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Modern ballroom at The Londoner, ideal for corporate meetings and exclusive events.

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Ballroom

The Londoner

The Londoner Ballroom

Grade II-listed West End theatre with 2,300-capacity main stage, perfect for sustainable conferences in Covent Garden, from £10,000 daily venue hire.

Aways Days, Conferences, Seminars, Team Building

London Coliseum stage with ornate decor, perfect for performances and events.