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West End, London, is a hub for unique conference venues that offer a blend of sophistication and character. These spaces provide an inspiring backdrop for corporate gatherings, fostering creativity and engagement. Consider the ambiance, technological capabilities, and accessibility when selecting the perfect venue for your next conference.

Did you know, the West End of London was once a separate village from the City of London?!

HISTORY

Located in the heart of the city, the West End couldn't be better connected with its plethora of tube, train and bus stations.

TRANSPORT

The West End is a buzzing hive of activity and enough to make anyone want to dance the night away!

CULTURE



Located in the heart of London, the West End has a rich history that spans centuries. Once a residential area for the city's elite, it soon became a hub for entertainment and culture, as theatres and other events began to spring up. Today, the West End is home to some of London's most famous areas such as Soho, Oxford Street, and Piccadilly Circus. It is also a popular destination for shopping, dining, and nightlife, and is widely considered to be one of the most exciting places in the city. There are plenty of unique and interesting venues here that attract event organisers, and for good reason!

Whether you're looking for a venue for an event, want to soak up some history and culture, or are simply looking for a great place to spend an evening, the West End has something for everyone. With its world-class transport links and endless array of events and attractions, it truly is one of the most vibrant and exciting areas in London.

West End

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

Discover unique conference venues in London's West End that inspire creativity and engagement for professional event organisers.

Unique Conference Venues in West End

Unique Conference Venues

Elegant, high-tech lecture hall for up to 300 guests in a historic scientific venue. Ideal for events.

The most impressive of the spaces, can be used for away days, conferences, AGMs, presentations and many more. It is fully air conditioned and has large windows. The sophisticated audio visual system can be controlled from the technician’s box or directly from the speaker’s platform, and features state of the art webcasting facilities among its features.

It can accommodate conferences for up to 277 guests. 

Wellcome Trust Lecture Hall with black chairs, ideal for presentations and networking events.

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Wellcome Trust Lecture Hall: modern event space with flexible seating for conferences and workshops.

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Wellcome Trust Lecture Hall, modern event space for conferences and seminars.

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Wellcome Trust Lecture Hall setup for elegant conferences with fine dining and floral decor.

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Wellcome Trust Lecture Hall set for a formal event with elegant dining and festive decor.

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Reception

Business

Wellcome Trust Lecture Hall and City of London Rooms 

London

The Royal Society

A 148-seat high-tech auditorium with luxury seating, ideal for conferences and presentations.

The spacious Max Rayne Auditorium has 148 luxurious tiered leather seats facing a purpose-built stage with state-of-the-art audio visual capabilities, making it the perfect event space for conferences, lectures, seminars, corporate meetings, presentations, and other private events. This auditorium is also designed to be fully accessible, with two conveniently located wheelchair spaces at the front of the room. The  room boasts cameras and recording equipment for video broadcasting and online streaming. 

Max Rayne Auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and events at 1 Wimpole Street.

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Max Rayne Auditorium with tiered seating, perfect for conferences and presentations.

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Max Rayne Auditorium with podium and seating, ideal for presentations and panel discussions.

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Max Rayne Auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Max Rayne Auditorium floor plan with tiered seating for meetings and presentations.

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Theatre

Max Rayne Auditorium 

1 Wimpole Street

A versatile and elegant meeting space in the heart of Mayfair, perfect for productive business events.

Featuring contemporary  furnishing and elegant decor, the Royal suite sets the stage for productive meetings, presentations, brainstorming sessions, away day. Natural light pours in through large windows, creating an inviting ambience conducive to creativity and collaboration. 

Equipped with high-speed internet and built-in projector and screen, comfortable seating arrangements facilitate focussed discussions and strategic planning sessions.

Whether hosting conferences ,training seminars, or product launch, this room provides a versatile environment to meet the demands of modern business.

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Royal Suite

The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel

Modern, versatile conference space with courtyard in a Georgian townhouse. Ideal for large events.

This modern conference space can hold up to 280 Theatre or 150 Cabaret and can be re-configured in many ways – providing you with the freedom to design your conference, event, awards ceremony or product launch to your own specifications.

The Burdett Suite includes the Orangery and Courtyard, perfect for networking, catering and exhibitors. A private registration area, cloakroom and greenroom. The tranquil courtyard offers guests a space to relax and gather their thoughts.

The spaces includes the latest AV technology, digital signage along with built in LED lighting perfect for branding.





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Burdett Suite conference room with rows of chairs, ideal for meetings and events.

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Burdett Suite conference room with round tables, ideal for corporate meetings and seminars.

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Burdett Suite

No.11 Cavendish Square

Historic art deco hall with marble and oak interiors, ideal for conferences in central London.

Chancellor's Hall is ideal if you are looking for an impressive and historical venue for your conference in the heart of London.

Large windows on the east and west sides of the room fill the space with light and emphasise the beautiful Travertine marble, English oak and bronze interior.

Chancellor's Hall is perfect for conferences, lectures, and workshops. 

Chancellor's Hall at University of London, elegant meeting space for productive events.

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Chancellor's Hall at University of London, ideal for workshops and brainstorming sessions.

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Chancellor's Hall at University of London, elegant event space for networking and discussions.

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Networking session in Chancellor's Hall, University of London, featuring relaxed seating.

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Chancellor's Hall at University of London, elegant meeting room for formal events.

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Chancellor's Hall - Senate House

University of London Venues

A bright, river-view conference room with modern AV facilities. Ideal for meetings and events.

The Trafalgar Room at Arundel House is located on the 4th floor, overlooking the iconic River Thames. This elegant space features double aspect windows that flood the room with natural daylight, creating an inviting atmosphere for any business event. Ideal for conferences, meetings, and presentations, the room is equipped with sophisticated audio-visual facilities and offers stunning views of the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye.

Arundel House, a beautifully refurbished 19th-century venue, provides a clean, modern decor that enhances productivity and creativity. With excellent disabled access and proximity to tube stations, your guests will find it easy to attend. Our dedicated team is on hand to cater to your every need, ensuring seamless service for press launches, seminars, lunches, dinners, and even festive celebrations. Choose the Trafalgar Room for your next event and experience the perfect blend of historic charm and contemporary functionality.

Trafalgar Room in Arundel House, ideal for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Trafalgar Room in Arundel House: modern meeting space with natural light for professional events.

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Standing

Trafalgar Room

Arundel House

Elegant wood-panelled meeting rooms in a hi-tech conference venue for up to 160 guests in central London.

Four elegant wood-panelled meeting rooms which can open out to create a large space ideal for event hire in central London. Meeting Room 1 is the biggest room and Meeting Rooms 2, 3 and 4 are identical in size and spec. They can be hired individually or in combination if a larger space is needed. Perfect for meetings, conferences, receptions and private events in London, they can also be used as catering, exhibition and breakout space for events taking place in the Council Chamber. 
The rooms combined can hold up to 160 standing, 160 theatre, 100 cabaret, 72 boardroom.
DDR is priced at £90.

Modern meeting rooms with natural light, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

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Meeting Rooms 1-4 in Congress Centre with U-shaped tables for professional gatherings.

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"Meeting Rooms 1-4 in Congress Centre, featuring rows of chairs for corporate seminars."

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Spacious conference room with natural light for meetings and workshops at Congress Centre.

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Events

Meeting Rooms 1-4

Congress Centre

A grand Art Deco venue in Covent Garden, ideal for large events with seating up to 1625.

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 at Freemasons' Hall, tiered seating for conferences 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 in Freemasons' Hall, elegant venue for ceremonies 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 

Modern event space with lecture theatre and meeting rooms in a historic setting. Ideal for conferences.

Opened in 2018 by Queen Elizabeth II, the Ashworth Centre is a purpose-built event space set beneath the Great Hall, expertly designed to allow natural daylight to flood the suite through generous skylights. 
The stylish double-height lecture theatre with retractable seating for up to 158 delegates features integrated audio-visual. Ten meeting rooms split across two floors may be booked individually for smaller meetings for up to 16 boardroom or 25 theatre, or the partition walls can be withdrawn allowing flexible multi-room formats for breakout spaces or refreshments. 

Modern auditorium with tiered seating at Ashworth Centre, ideal for events and meetings.

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Modern conference room at Ashworth Centre, featuring a large table for meetings and events.

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Modern meeting room at Ashworth Centre, featuring circular seating for workshops and presentations.

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Modern Ashworth Centre event space with wooden paneling for conferences and workshops.

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Modern event space at Ashworth Centre, ideal for meetings and networking.

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Ashworth Centre

Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn

An opulent Art Deco ballroom in central London, ideal for large events, weddings, and corporate parties.

Flexible event spaces all adorned in Art Deco theming, The Ballroom at The Bloomsbury Ballroom is a stunning venue perfect for a variety of occasions. Nestled in the heart of Bloomsbury, just a stone's throw from London's vibrant West End, this iconic space can accommodate up to 700 guests in a reception-style layout. Whether you're planning a corporate event, an elegant wedding, a glamorous award ceremony, or a dynamic product launch, our dedicated events team will tailor bespoke packages to meet your needs. With high ceilings and listed features that evoke the grandeur of the 1920s, The Ballroom offers a unique event experience that will leave a lasting impression. Elevate your gathering with live cabaret shows or host a fashion show in this atmospheric setting. Choose The Bloomsbury Ballroom for an unforgettable event in one of London's most unusual venues.

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Spacious Bloomsbury Ballroom with polished floors, ideal for events and receptions.

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Elegant Bloomsbury Ballroom banquet hall with floral centerpieces for weddings and galas.

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The Bloomsbury Ballroom: grand venue with lush greenery for corporate events and conferences.

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The Bloomsbury Ballroom stage with checkered floor, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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The Ballroom

The Bloomsbury Ballroom 

Elegant ballroom with high ceilings, natural light, and versatile for various events up to 150 guests.

The Ballroom provides an exquisite backdrop to any business event.

It is located on the 1st floor, has natural daylight and air-conditioning. It has "The Wow Factor", and boasts a 7m ceiling height. The room also has a separate catering area to the rear, which can be used for catering or office space. 

Suitable for Conferences, Seminars, Receptions, Private Dining, Networking events, Exhibitions, Gala events and Parties, and can be used in conjunction with other event rooms as syndicate rooms.

Elegant Ballroom at Clermont Charing Cross, ideal for conferences and networking events.

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Elegant banquet hall at The Clermont Charing Cross, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant Ballroom ceiling with chandelier, perfect for upscale events and gatherings.