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London is home to a large number of conference centres, which all pride themselves on their purpose-built, high tech facilities. If you want to organise a large event with a main plenary session and lots of breakout spaces on offer, a conference centre will be the winning option. They are often pillar-free rooms, with built in AV facilities and in house catering which are a conference organisers' dream. 

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.

LANDMARKS

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.

London

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

United Kingdom

London is home to many state of the art conference centres with meeting rooms, training rooms and large auditoriums perfect for all your needs.

Conference Centres 

Purpose-built Westminster conference centre hosting up to 2,500 delegates, 2 mins from Westminster tube, with pillar-free rooms, built-in AV and in-house catering from £6

The Olivier is an airy space with plenty of natural light and superb views of Westminster Abbey that will enhance your guest experience. 

It is perfect for meetings, presentations and seminars as well as dinners and receptions. It is also suitable as a syndicate space or green room for large conferences. It can host theatre style events for 70 and receptions for 130.

Olivier in modern QEII Centre meeting room with purple chairs for a conference presentation.

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Olivier in vibrant pink seating at QEII Centre, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Olivier at QEII Centre, purple chairs for Football Medicine conference event.

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Olivier in a modern meeting room with U-shaped tables, ideal for corporate events.

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Reception

Business

Olivier

QEII Centre

Georgian landmark conference room near Trafalgar Square, 140 theatre capacity, built-in AV, in-house catering, £72 day delegate rate from recent quotes.

Majestic yet welcoming, this classic Georgian room is one our most sought after for daytime events and combines perfectly with the adjacent Trafalgar 1 & 2 as  breakout or catering rooms. Burton is a fantastic option for conferences, exhibitions, AGMS, seminars and networking events. The classically striking room offers a blank canvas for any corporate use.

Elegant meeting room at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for corporate events and conferences.

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Elegant meeting room at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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Sophisticated event space at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for networking and elegant gatherings.

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Grand staircase at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for elegant receptions and ceremonies.

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Elegant meeting room at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, set for corporate presentations.

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Burton

116 Pall Mall

116 Pall Mall - Burton

60-capacity conference suite next to St Paul's Cathedral, ideal for corporate meetings with day delegate packages from £65pp including catering and AV.

The Churchill Suite is a flexible meeting and events space, situated on Lower Ground Floor 1. The suite is ideal for hosting business meetings, conferences, interviews, board meetings and training sessions. 

Churchill Suite lobby at Leonardo Royal Hotel, modern design for events and networking.

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Churchill Suite at Leonardo Royal Hotel London, modern venue for events with stylish bar.

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Churchill Suite bar at Leonardo Royal Hotel, ideal for networking and cocktail events.

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Theatre

Events

Churchill Suite

Leonardo Royal Hotel London St.Pauls 

350-capacity conference centre near Marble Arch with built-in AV, air conditioning, breakout rooms and day delegate packages from £65 per person based on recent quotes.

With its unique design, wave-form ceiling and light walls, The Arena at Great Cumberland Place creates the perfect ambience for your wedding. Nestled in the heart of London, just steps from Marble Arch Tube Station, this stunning venue offers a blend of elegance and modernity.  Our dedicated team provides personalised menu planning with our talented chef, while state-of-the-art audio-visual technology enhances your celebration. 

Elegant dinner setup in The Arena, Cumberland Hotel for corporate events and weddings.

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Elegant event space at The Cumberland Hotel, perfect for corporate dinners and celebrations.

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Weddings

The Arena

The Cumberland Hotel

The Cumberland Hotel - The Arena

Award-winning sustainable conference centre near Southbank with 90-capacity Earth room featuring natural daylight, bespoke AV facilities, and eco-friendly catering from £

Our Earth room is a bright and airy space with natural daylight and bespoke AV facilities for up to 90 people, making it ideal for conferences and meetings. Located at 15Hatfields, an award-winning sustainable venue just off London's Southbank, this versatile space combines modern design with eco-friendly features. Enjoy high-speed internet, state-of-the-art audiovisual technology, and a functional layout that adapts to your event needs. With a commitment to sustainability, our venue offers organic catering and locally sourced refreshments, ensuring a memorable experience for your guests. Whether hosting a corporate meeting or a creative workshop, the Earth room provides the perfect backdrop for productive gatherings in a stylish environment.

Earth in 15Hatfields: organized meeting space with podium, ideal for presentations and events.

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Professional meeting space with round tables, ideal for events and networking.

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U-shaped meeting room with dual screens for collaborative sessions and effective teamwork.

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Classroom

Earth

15Hatfields

Purpose-built conference centre in South Kensington with 10 meeting rooms, state-of-the-art AV, and flexible spaces from £40/hour for professional events.

The Seminar and Learning Centre offers a suite of 10 modern meeting rooms equipped with screens and projectors. This bright and airy space enjoys its own reception, a variety of room sizes and layouts, a mezzanine breakout area making it the ideal place for meetings, corporate workshops, training, small conferences, seminars and presentations. What's more, the rooms can be hired as either a standalone venue or in conjunction with Imperial's larger rooms and lecture theatres.

Conference room at Imperial College London with projection screen for seminars and meetings.

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Versatile meeting room at Imperial College, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Meeting room at Imperial College London, ideal for seminars and workshops.

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U-shaped meeting room with blue chairs at Imperial College for workshops and strategy sessions.

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Meeting room at Imperial College, featuring tables for workshops and training sessions.

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Boardroom

Seminar and Learning Centre

Imperial Venues - Imperial College South Kensington

Imperial Venues - Imperial College South Kensingto

Purpose-built conference centre in Marylebone with 298-seat auditorium, multiple breakout rooms, day delegate packages from £89pp, 2 mins from Oxford Circus station.

The Marcus Beck Library is one of the many heritage treasures found at 1 Wimple Street. This private meeting room dates back to 1912 and has a large library of rare medical books lining the walls. The room seats up to 30 people in a unique horse-shoe formation and features impressive oak parquet flooring,  a marble fireplace and air conditioning. Due to its historic heritage, this room sets itself apart, making it the perfect location for formal board meetings, corporate dinners, and both online and hybrid presentations, training and team building. 

Marcus Beck Library conference room with oval table, ideal for executive meetings.

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U-shaped conference room at Marcus Beck Library with modern AV equipment for hybrid meetings.

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Marcus Beck Library meeting room with circular table, ideal for professional gatherings.

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Marcus Beck Library meeting room with circular table, ideal for executive meetings and planning.

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U-Shaped

Marcus Beck Library 

1 Wimpole Street

90-capacity tech-focused conference space in City of London with dual projectors, ideal for corporate meetings and training sessions from £15,000 per day.

Nestled between ALT and BACKSPACE, our SHIFT room can accommodate  up to 80 attendees in theatre setup. The room comes equipped with a projector. 

This room is only available as part of a Full Venue Hire.

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Shift

CodeNode

Grade II listed conference venue near Chancery Lane with 100-capacity classroom, high-tech AV, breakout rooms, USB outlets at every seat from £150 per person.

The Council Chamber offers audio visual facilities to rival any London venue. With its tiered ergonomic seating, each with access to power and data, this third-floor space is ideal for training sessions, screenings and video conferences. 
A breakout room located adjacent to the Council Chamber is also provided when hiring this room. 

Council Chamber at 113 Chancery Lane, spacious meeting room for conferences and workshops.

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The Council Chamber

113 Chancery Lane 

113 Chancery Lane - The Council Chamber

Hybrid-enabled conference centre in Barts Square with 150-capacity forum, built-in AV, 1Gbps fibre, from £1,200 per day for corporate events.

Our Collaboration Forum offers a free-flowing space for attendees to meet and socialize over snacks or drinks, making it an ideal venue for networking events, informal gatherings, and collaborative discussions. With a maximum capacity of 150 standing, this versatile area is perfect for fostering connections in a relaxed atmosphere. Located within the prestigious London Conference Centre, our Forum benefits from state-of-the-art hybrid functionality, ensuring seamless integration for both in-person and virtual attendees. Spanning three floors, the Centre features a variety of adaptable spaces, including the Grand Hall and multiple conference rooms, all equipped with cutting-edge AV technology. Conveniently situated near four tube stations, the London Conference Centre is easily accessible, making it the perfect choice for your next event. Elevate your gatherings in our Collaboration Forum, where innovation meets interaction.

Collaboration Forum in London: flexible event space with natural light for corporate workshops.

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Collaboration Forum in London: versatile event space with modular seating for conferences.

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Collaboration Forum

London Conference Centre

300-capacity auditorium with 4K cinema projector, 7.1 surround sound, ideal for conferences. 2 mins from Euston Station. Day delegate rates from £95pp including AV, cater

Our Scenario Based Learning and Assessment Centre at 30 Euston Square offers a dedicated space for business related one-on-one events, including meetings, trainings, assessments, exams and workshops. 

Accessed via a private entrance on Euston Road, the centre provides a controlled and secluded environment with 42 individual training rooms. It features two reception areas, two briefing rooms for up to 45 delegates each, and designated break-out areas, all located in the west wing. 

The centre can be fully integrated with the venue's other meeting and event spaces for added flexibility.

Modern corridor at Scenario Assessment Centre with blue lighting, ideal for corporate events.

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Bright minimalist meeting space with large windows at Scenario Assessment Centre, ideal for collaboration.

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Modern break area at Scenario Assessment Centre, ideal for meetings and networking events.

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Minimalist workspace at Scenario Assessment Centre, ideal for meetings and brainstorming.

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Digital clock and conference phone in meeting space at Scenario Assessment Centre, Euston Square.

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Scenario Assessment and Learning Centre

30 Euston Square

650-room Thames-side conference hotel with pillar-free ballroom for 660 delegates, exhibition space, day delegate packages from £87pp, near Westminster Bridge.

The Plaza Suites are on -4 floor of Park Plaza Riverbank providing the perfect space for workshops, exhibitions or as breakout space from The Ballroom. 
The space can be broken down into different individual spaces, or it can be used as one whole space providing plenty of flexibility.


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Plaza Suites

Park Plaza London Riverbank

600-capacity conference centre near Liverpool Street with built-in AV, multiple breakout rooms, and full-service catering from £109 per delegate including DDR package.

155 Bishopsgate has established itself as one of London’s most stylish and largest conference destinations in the city. With meeting space just over 3,700 square meters spanning across 2 floors, 155 Bishopsgate features several large meeting rooms and plenty of branding opportunities. The venue can accommodate more than 1,000
guests.

Modern conference room with black chairs and screens, ideal for events and networking.

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Modern event space with vibrant ceiling at Broadgate Suite, ideal for corporate gatherings.

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Broadgate Suite at Convene: spacious event space for conferences with modern lighting.

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Broadgate Suite at Convene: modern meeting space with flexible seating for conferences.

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Broadgate Suite at Convene: modern event space with versatile seating for networking.

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Broadgate Suite

Convene 155 Bishopsgate

1000-capacity sustainable auditorium opposite Euston Station, ideal for large conferences with 33 breakout rooms, built-in AV and wheelchair access from £6,750.

The largest meeting space in Euston, it can seat up to 1000 delegates and is available in four customisable layouts - Theatre, Banquet, Exhibition and Cabaret. Ideal for conferences and networking events. 


Spacious auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and lectures at Friends House.

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Versatile event space with tiered seating for conferences and workshops.

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Modern auditorium with tiered seating for meetings and conferences in Friends House.

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Spacious auditorium with tiered seating, perfect for conferences and workshops.

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Elegant outdoor event space at The Light in Friends House with manicured lawn and banners.

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The Light

Friends House 

220-capacity art deco conference centre in Bloomsbury with built-in AV, theatre-style seating, and day delegate packages from £70pp including catering.

As one of London's largest flat floor spaces, MacMillan Hall is perfectly suited to banquets, private dining, gala dinners, and more. 

The space has a capacity of 130 for dining events. It is fully equipped for programmable lighting, full network access, and a new energy-efficient heating system. 

With the adjacent Beveridge Hall and Crush Hall, you have an inspiring and integrated venue complete for pre-drinks or a reception. 

Elegant dinner event at MacMillan Hall, University of London, with floral centerpieces.

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Catering setup at MacMillan Hall, University of London for elegant events and celebrations.