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Covent Garden, with its vibrant atmosphere and central London location, is an exceptional choice for hosting conferences with a twist. Unique conference venues in this area offer a blend of historical charm and modern facilities, perfect for creating memorable corporate events that stand out. Consider the architectural splendour and innovative spaces that characterise Covent Garden when planning your next conference.

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 unique conference venues in Covent Garden, London, for standout corporate events that blend history with modernity.

Unique Conference Venues in Covent Garden

Unique Conference Venues

Private Soho club with 150-capacity Green Room, ideal for unique conferences, natural daylight, private bar, AV facilities, from £3,000 room hire plus £5,000 minimum spen

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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Dining

Green Room

London

Century Club

110-seat tiered theatre in Covent Garden's transport museum, ideal for unique 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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Theatre

Screenings

The Cubic Theatre

London Transport Museum

London Transport Museum - The Cubic Theatre

160-capacity auditorium atop iconic Foyles bookstore, ideal for unique conferences in Covent Garden with collapsible staging, AV system, from £15 per person.

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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Business

Whole Venue

Auditorium - Level 6 Foyles 

42-seat luxury cinema studio in Leicester Square, ideal for intimate conferences with advanced AV, 2 mins from Covent Garden, from £1,000 per day.

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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Studio Screens

ODEON LUXE Leicester Square  

Iconic Trafalgar Square gallery with baroque masterpieces, ornate ceilings and dramatic lighting. Seats 100 for conferences, from £180 per person based on recent quotes.

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

150-seat theatre in iconic Covent Garden gallery, ideal for conference presentations with AV facilities, from £2,500 for 4-hour hire.

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

Historic 18th-century church venue at Trafalgar Square with vaulted crypt spaces, accommodating 100-200 for conferences, from £97 per person including catering.

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

Victorian ballroom 3 minutes from Trafalgar Square, ideal for unique conferences up to 500 theatre-style, from £59 per delegate for day packages including catering.

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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The Ballroom

8 Northumberland Avenue

Stylish Covent Garden hotel studios with floor-to-ceiling windows, inbuilt LCD screens, private terrace. Theatre-style for 118, reception 200. From £8,250 daily hire.

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

721-seat IMAX cinema in Leicester Square, ideal for unique conferences with immersive screen technology, from £22,500 for exclusive hire.

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.

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

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IMAX

Cineworld Leicester Square

Stylish Covent Garden hotel conference room with 75-inch HD screen, hybrid streaming for 100 guests, natural daylight, from £110 per delegate including 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

Central London's largest outdoor terrace with city skyline views, accommodating 120 for conferences. £180 per person for exclusive hire including catering and entertainme

The Rooftop is the largest outdoor terrace in central London and offers a full range of drinks, cocktails and food. We’re flexible on numbers so can section off areas to suit the size of your event. Cater to many different types of events.

Rooftop Bar at The Hippodrome Casino with ornate dome, perfect for upscale events.

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Modern rooftop bar with stylish seating, perfect for cocktail receptions and networking events.

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Stylish rooftop bar at The Hippodrome Casino, ideal for cocktail receptions and events.

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Rooftop Bar at The Hippodrome Casino, modern design for stylish events and gatherings.

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Rooftop view of The Hippodrome Casino, perfect for corporate events and celebrations.

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Boardroom

The Rooftop Bar

The Hippodrome Casino

The Hippodrome Casino - The Rooftop Bar

Grade II* listed Art Deco masterpiece with 1600-capacity Grand Temple, ideal for unique conferences, 2 mins from Holborn station, from £50 per person.

The Grand Temple is a stunning, Grade II listed Art Deco building.

The largest of our our spaces, the Grand Temple has fixed seating for up to 928 on the ground level and a further 450 seats in the balconies.

Built-in stage and audio can facilitate Conferences /Award ceremony events and product launches.  For larger scale production, there are 28 ceiling rigging points for audio/visual equipment.

There are multiple smaller rooms adjoining the Grand Temple available to use for refreshments, break-out areas or meetings.


Grand Temple at Freemasons' Hall set for a conference with ornate architecture and seating.

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Grand Temple in Freemasons' Hall, elegant venue for ceremonies and events.

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Grand Temple at Freemasons' Hall, ornate ceiling, ideal for conferences and gala events.

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Grand Temple at Freemasons' Hall, tiered seating for conferences and events.

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Grand Temple at Freemasons' Hall, elegant architecture, event planning, audience engagement.

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The Grand Temple and Adjoining Rooms

60 Great Queen Street 

Industrial-chic Forum space with original brick walls, 2 projectors, 5 mics, accommodates 150 theatre-style or 120 dining, from £4,600 weekdays for conference hire.

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.