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Discover the allure of Central London's free event venues, perfect for professionals seeking cost-effective solutions without compromising on location. These spaces offer a unique blend of accessibility, prestige, and versatility, ideal for hosting memorable events in the heart of the capital.

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.

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

By plane, train, underground, bicycle and more, London has some of the best transport links in the world.

TRANSPORT

Icons that make London know the world over, from Buckingham Palace to the House of Parliament.

Home to Theatreland, world renowned music venues, museums and a piece of history on every corner.

CULTURE

London is a city that needs no introduction. It’s a global hub for business, finance, fashion and the arts, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It’s also an excellent place to hold an event, with a huge range of venues to choose from. From the iconic O2 Arena and Wembley Stadium to more intimate spaces like the Royal Albert Hall and Roundhouse, London has a venue to suit every event. And with a wealth of hotels, restaurants and bars, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to entertaining your guests.

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Explore top free event venues in Central London. Ideal for event professionals seeking prestigious yet cost-effective spaces in the UK's capital.

Free Event Venues in Central London

Free Event Venues

Discover the Barbican Centre, a top free event venue in Central London, perfect for professional event organisers seeking prestige without cost.

Our on-site technical support, combined with the capacity to stage video-conferencing and satellite links, offers organisers all the facilities and expertise needed to stage even the most demanding conferencing event.
Cinema 1 benefits from 3 simultaneous translation booths, fully-integrated stage lighting and two sound rigs which can be adapted to the individual needs of the client. Recent refurbishments allows for the auditorium lighting to change to suit clients by colour washing the walls and ceiling in business colours. This event space is ideal for presentations and corporate meetings.

"Cinema 1 at Barbican Centre: vibrant purple stage for presentations and panel discussions."

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Cinema 1 auditorium at Barbican Centre with tiered seating for presentations and speeches.

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Modern Cinema 1 at Barbican Centre, ideal for conferences and film screenings.

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Cinema 1 at Barbican Centre: plush seating, vibrant stage for performances and corporate events.

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Cinema 1 auditorium at Barbican Centre with tiered seating for conferences and presentations.

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Cinema 1

Barbican Centre

Barbican Centre: Premier Free Venue

Discover Congress Centre, a premier free event venue in Central London, boasting state-of-the-art facilities for corporate events and professionals.

Congress Hall is the largest event space at Congress Centre. Complete with state-of-the-art AV facilities, an 18ft drop-down screen and a 32-channel digital sound desk and free WiFi, it is one of the most versatile events venues in central London.

The modern, built-in stage, 18ft drop-down screen and full black-out capabilities make it perfect for presenting. It is well suited to host an array of corporate events including award ceremonies, dinners, fashion shows, and more! 

Competitive pricing means excellent value is guaranteed. 

CURRENT OFFER: £80 DDR for events July - August 2024.

Spacious Congress Hall with modern design, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Congress Hall event space with round tables, ideal for conferences and banquets.

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Congress Hall conference setup with blue and white tables, modern AV tech for events.

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"Congress Hall conference with engaged audience and speaker on stage, showcasing event success."

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Congress Hall conference with engaging speaker, modern AV tech, and vibrant pink lighting.

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Events

Congress Hall

Congress Centre

Congress Centre: Central London Free Venue

Discover Wallacespace for professional events in Central London. Ideal free venues for meetings, workshops, and corporate gatherings.

Where you think is so important to how you think and have bright, flexible, inspiring spaces for meetings, workshops, away days and other events: space in which you can think clearly without distractions.

We're told that our service really impacts outcomes: we look for reasons to say 'yes' and understand that small details make a big difference. 

Our can-do team of experts will help you plan your day to ensure it runs like clockwork, leaving you free to focus on the job in hand. 

Feel good, think better, achieve more @ wallacespace. 

Modern meeting room with colorful chairs at Wallacespace Clerkenwell Green for workshops.

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Modern meeting room at Wallacespace Clerkenwell with colorful chairs for workshops.

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Modern meeting space with sleek table, ideal for workshops and corporate meetings.

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Ginger leading a creative brainstorming session with sticky notes at Wallacespace Clerkenwell.

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Ginger at Wallacespace Clerkenwell Green, vibrant office for creative event planning.

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Ginger 

Wallacespace Clerkenwell Green

Wallacespace: Free Central London Venue

Discover One Great George Street, a prestigious free event venue in Central London, perfect for professional gala dinners and receptions.

The Great Hall is perfect for prestigious private dining and fine dining events. It's ideal for fundraising gala dinners and large-scale banquets. At over 370 square meters it can comfortably accommodate up to 260 people for a sit down dinner or up to 400 people for a stand-up reception. The venue's exceptional in-house catering and audio visual team provide a wide range of options to suit your themed dinner. With floor-to-ceiling windows, the space is ideal for day-time dining events, and evening guests will gaze up in amazement as they dine below the dazzling chandeliers and painted ceiling.

Elegant Great Hall banquet venue with high ceilings, perfect for upscale events and galas.

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Elegant banquet hall at One Great George Street, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant banquet hall with round tables, ideal for corporate events and upscale celebrations.

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Great Hall

One Great George Street

One Great George St: Free Central London Venue

Discover prestigious free event venues in Central London for professional conferences, exhibitions, and galas. Ideal for event organisers.

The original ironwork contemporary design of the venue gives the Mezzanine area an abundance of natural light, a 16 metre high barrel vaulted roof and a column-free space making it ideal for conferences, awards evenings, gala dinners and large exhibitions. 

Included in the event hire, the venue offers a purpose built cloakroom and registration facilities along with a fully furnished organiser's office.


Mezzanine exhibition hall with high ceilings, ideal for networking events and trade shows.

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Mezzanine exhibition space at Business Design Centre, bustling with attendees and vibrant displays.

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Mezzanine exhibition hall with booths, ideal for trade shows and networking events.

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Mezzanine exhibition hall with high ceilings, vibrant networking event atmosphere.

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Mezzanine exhibition hall bustling with attendees networking at Business Design Centre.

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Mezzanine

Business Design Centre

Central London Free Event Spaces

Discover the HAC Prince Consort Rooms, a prestigious free event space in Central London with exclusive privacy and a summer terrace.

The Prince Consort Rooms are an exceptionally sleek and stylish venue incorporating the elements of HAC's history, ideal for corporate events, Christmas and summer parties, gala dinners, award banquets, and more. In addition to the vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring, and skylights that let in plenty of natural light, the Prince Consort Rooms boasts its own private courtyard entrance giving your event exclusive use and privacy. During the summer months, you'll also be able to enjoy our pop up summer terrace!

Prince Consort Rooms at HAC: elegant event space with greenery for corporate meetings and gatherings.

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Spacious Prince Consort Rooms venue with high ceilings for conferences and receptions.

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Prince Consort Rooms at HAC, bustling networking event with ambient lighting and booths.

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Gala event in Prince Consort Rooms, HAC with elegant table settings and blue lighting.

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Live musicians in stylish attire at Prince Consort Rooms, HAC event atmosphere.

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Prince Consort Rooms

The HAC (Honourable Artillery Company)

HAC Prince Consort Rooms - Free Central Venue

Discover Church House Westminster, a prestigious free event space in Central London, perfect for professional gatherings and corporate events.

Built in 1939, the stunning Grade II listed Assembly Hall was designed by world-renowned architect Sir Herbert Baker. 

Features include natural daylight, polished English oak panelling and the circular space's architectural focal point - a striking 30-foot glass dome. 

The iconic 519 square metre circular space with its ceiling height of 9.7m hosts theatre-style Conferences for up to 664 delegates, Meetings for up to 208, and classroom-style Training sessions for up to 198 attendees, as well as Product Launches, Fashion Shows and Award Ceremonies. 



Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster with grand stained glass, ideal for events and presentations.

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Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster, elegant venue for conferences and presentations.

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Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster with ornate ceiling, ideal for events and presentations.

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Assembly Hall at Church House Westminster, spacious auditorium for conferences and events.

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Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster, elegant auditorium for conferences and events.

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Assembly Hall

Church House Westminster

Church House: Central London Free Venue

Discover BMA House, a top free event venue in Central London, perfect for professional meetings and corporate events.

Located on the third floor the Black Suite comprises of the Black, Lister & Flemming rooms. It retains the original art deco barrel-vaulted ceiling of the Great Hall of which it was part until an extra floor was created in 1985. The Suite can be set out in a number of different layouts and comes with the latest AV technology. A fantastic space for larger meetings, presentations,  conferences or corporate events.

Bevan Suite at BMA House: modern event space with round tables, ideal for conferences.

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Bevan Suite at BMA House: modern meeting space with round tables for events and presentations.

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Bevan Suite in BMA House: modern meeting space for workshops and conferences.

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Bevan Suite at BMA House: modern meeting space with round tables and green chairs.

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Bevan Suite in BMA House: modern event space for meetings and gatherings.

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Bevan Suite

BMA House

BMA House: Premier Free Venue Central London

Discover Gray's Inn: a prestigious free event venue in Central London. Perfect for professional gatherings and receptions.

The Large Pension Room offers an elegant and versatile space for variety of events, including Christmas parties, birthday celebrations, and corporate functions. With capacity of up to 60 for private dinners, and 110 for drinks receptions, its timeless interiors make it a sought after setting for both festive gatherings and professional occasions. Whether you're hosting a milestone celebration or a corporate networking event, this room provides a memorable and welcoming atmosphere.

Large Pension Room at Gray's Inn, elegant decor for corporate events and receptions.

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Elegant round tables in Large Pension Room, perfect for networking events and receptions.

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Large Pension Room

The Honourable Society of Gray's Inn

Gray's Inn Free Event Space, Central London

Discover No.11 Cavendish Square, a premier free event space in Central London, perfect for professional gatherings and conferences.

The Maynard Theatre is an airy, modern conference space with air conditioning and is pillar free. The space is fully accessible with 2 lifts and is located on the lower ground floor. 

The Maynard Foyer has its own registration area, 2 55" screens and is perfect for catering, networking and drinks receptions. The foyer can be made completely private by hiring the three additional breakouts on the same floor.

The space is equipped with hybrid technology, a lectern, fixed microphones. LCD projector, screen, and comfort monitor. The theatre can hold a maximum of 140 Theatre or 81 Cabaret.

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Maynard Theatre

No.11 Cavendish Square

No.11 Cavendish Square: Free Central Venue

Discover Wallacespace Spitalfields, a premier free event venue in Central London, ideal for corporate gatherings and professional events.

With access to your own private terrace offering spectacular views across the city, our open plan space is the perfect venue for private dinners, networking, product launches, presentations, away days and corporate parties. 

The hourly hire options make this a flexible option for casual get-togethers to build social capital & have a great time. The space can be transformed to suit your brief and our can-do team of experts will work with you to plan the perfect event, anticipate pitfalls and ensure your day runs like clockwork - leaving you to focus on enjoying your special occasion. 

Rooftop Kitchen meeting space with central table, ideal for workshops and brainstorming.

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Rooftop Kitchen at Wallacespace Spitalfields, bright event space with greenery and seating.

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Rooftop Kitchen event space with plants, ideal for workshops and social gatherings.

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Rooftop Kitchen event space with white chairs, ideal for meetings and presentations.

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Rooftop Kitchen event space with white chairs, ideal for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Rooftop Kitchen

Wallacespace Spitalfields

Wallacespace Spitalfields: Free Central Venue

Discover ISH Venues in Central London for your next event. Perfect for professionals seeking prestigious, cost-effective event spaces.

Venue 1 is our most versatile room. It can be transformed to accommodate a variety of events and will easily seat 300 people theatre-style for lectures, presentations, conferences, product launches or exhibitions. There is assisted access to the venue.

Event space with chairs and stage, purple lighting for conferences and social events.

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Spacious event venue with modern design, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Versatile event space with black chairs, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Versatile event space with vibrant lighting, ideal for conferences and concerts.

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Bar area with exposed brick walls, ideal for networking events and social gatherings.