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London's reception halls come in all shapes and sizes. Some are cheap, some are extravagant, but all are cheerful. Whether it's a personal milestone, a rite of passage, or a corporate celebration, hosting your event in one of London's Reception halls will add a touch of class and luxury to any event that is bound to impress all your guests whilst they celebrate in style.


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

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

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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.

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Our reception halls in London are suited to every kind of occasion, from celebrating with loved ones to more formal corporate events.

Reception Halls London

Reception Halls

Quirky Shoreditch reception hall with graffiti wall art, accommodating up to 60 guests for intimate celebrations, from £600 evening hire with optional catering.

Attendant Shoreditch serves as a cool and quirky space for private evening events of all kinds. Accommodating up to 60 people, the popular venue offers a catering menu full of food and drinks so that patrons don't stay peckish. 

Alternatively, guests can opt for dry hire and bring their own snacks and tipples - with no corkage charge. The intimate yet spacious environment, with graffiti wall art, is hireable complete with a first-rate sound system.

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Attendant Shoreditch 

Mayfair's grand 1000-capacity ballroom ideal for luxury receptions, 2 mins from Hyde Park Corner, from £175pp for charity events with champagne and three-course dining.

One of the grandest banqueting rooms in London. With its own entrance on Park Lane, The Ballroom can hold up to 1,000 people for cocktails or 500 for dinner. Starting in a series of connecting reception rooms, that a are ideally suited for all food and beverage  receptions, it flows naturally for all types of events. A team of chefs will help design a personalized menu so that every detail will be to your liking.  

Elegant ballroom with marble flooring, ideal for corporate events and receptions.

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Elegant banquet hall at The Dorchester, perfect for weddings and upscale events.

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Elegant Ballroom at The Dorchester with chandeliers, perfect for corporate events.

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Elegant ballroom with domed ceiling, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant ballroom with marble floor, ideal for upscale events and receptions.

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The Ballroom

The Dorchester

The Dorchester - The Ballroom

400-capacity museum reception hall with 360° digital ellipse, near Barbican station. Ideal for corporate receptions and award ceremonies from £8,100 venue hire.

The Entrance Hall can be used as a welcome and catering space for your conference as well as a multi purpose break out space.

The Entrance Hall is also the perfect location for a unique drinks reception or refreshment area for a party or corporate event. It is an enchanting space where guests can enjoy drinks and canapés from professional and welcoming hosts. 

The Entrance Hall is often hired with the London Ellipse Hall and can host celebration events, awards ceremonies, product launches and a host of conference set ups.


Elegant brass ensemble in London Museum Spaces for upscale outdoor events.

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Networking event in London Museum Spaces with modern decor and lively interactions.

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Entrance Hall in London Museum Spaces, featuring round tables for meetings and receptions.

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Entrance Hall at London Museum Spaces, modern venue with round tables for corporate events.

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Spacious London Museum Entrance Hall with natural light, ideal for events and meetings.

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Entrance Hall

London Museum Spaces

London Museum Spaces - Entrance Hall

Grade I listed reception hall near St Paul's with stained glass windows, accommodating 450 standing or 200 seated, from £105pp based on recent quotes.

One of London's last remaining Livery Halls, Stationers' Hall was completed in 1673.  The Hall comprises a suite of characterful, interlinking rooms, along with a Garden, that combine to make the perfect events and conference venue. 

The Livery Hall is the largest space and has opulent stained glass windows which give an impressive ambience. The Court Room is fabulously elegant and ideal for breakout sessions. 

The Stock Room joins the two larger spaces and is often used for dancing or drinks.

The secluded Garden with its' huge plane tree is an ideal location for a summer event.

Charming outdoor venue at Stationers' Hall, perfect for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Exclusive Venue at Stationers' Hall: elegant event space for conferences and seminars.

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Elegant event space in Stationers' Hall with chandeliers, perfect for upscale receptions.

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Serene outdoor venue at Stationers' Hall, perfect for events and gatherings.

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Elegant Stationers' Hall venue with wooden paneling for conferences and formal gatherings.

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Stationers' Hall and Garden

Elegant City reception hall near Bank Station accommodating 300 standing guests, featuring natural light and modern luxury décor from £12,000 minimum spend.

The Otherist makes an ideal reception venue for those after a chic city wedding. With it's recently updated decor the venue has a feeling of luxury and elegance as soon you as walk through the door.   The main space is large and open making it versatile and able to accommodate different style of service with ease.

Stylish bar area in The Otherist, ideal for networking events and casual meetings.

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Stylish restaurant interior with cozy seating, ideal for intimate gatherings and corporate events.

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Stylish meeting space with comfortable seating for creative gatherings and networking events.

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Stylish venue "The Otherist" with modern decor for intimate meetings and events.

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The Otherist

Historic Tudor hall near Holborn station, ideal for elegant reception dinners up to 120 seated, featuring original Hogarth painting, from £190 per person based on recent 

The Old Hall is a wonderful example of beautifully maintained Tudor architecture and has many notable features including the wooden screen at the south end designed by Inigo Jones, and Hogarth’s painting of 'Paul before Felix' on the North wall. 
It creates a desirable setting ideal for receptions for up to 200 guests, seated lunches and dinners for up to 120 guests, and conferences, lectures, meetings, seminars and ceremonies for up to 130 guests. 

Old Hall at Lincoln's Inn, ornate wood paneling, ideal for formal events and conferences.

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Historic Old Hall at Lincoln's Inn, ideal for elegant meetings and events.

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Elegant dining hall in Old Hall, Lincoln's Inn, perfect for formal events and gatherings.

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Elegant dining setup in historic Old Hall, Lincoln's Inn for formal events.

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Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn

Prestigious Victorian galleries near Leicester Square hosting receptions for 200 guests, from £55 per person for exclusive evening hire with midnight extensions available

The stunning layout of the Victorian Galleries offers a unique and impressive chance to host a reception or dinner amongst an array of exciting individuals from the period. 

Standing capacity - 200 
Seated capacity - 120


Elegant banquet table with floral centerpieces in Victorian Galleries, perfect for gala events.

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Victorian Galleries at National Portrait Gallery, elegant event space for receptions and exhibitions.

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Elegant dining table in Victorian Galleries for a formal gala event.

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Victorian Galleries at National Portrait Gallery, elegant lighting for art exhibitions and events.

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Victorian Galleries at National Portrait Gallery, elegant space for upscale events and exhibitions.

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Victorian Galleries

National Portrait Gallery

Historic 120-capacity reception hall with exposed timber beams, built-in LED lighting, and integrated AV. Christmas packages from £155pp including catering, drinks, and e

The Sugar Rooms, where the brewing sugar was stored, have natural daylight through elegant feature Georgian windows that overlook the courtyard. The rooms can host up to 100 guests for a standing reception. The lower Sugar Room is often used as a reception area and the upper sugar Room as the main meeting space. Both can be used as separate breakout spaces for larger events or together as more flowing space for networking. There is solid oak flooring in both rooms and exposed wooden beams in the upper Sugar Room. 

Elegant gala event space with bold drapery and dynamic lighting at The Sugar Rooms.

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Elegant event space with white furniture and blue lighting, ideal for upscale gatherings.

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Vibrant British-themed event space with bold seating, ideal for gatherings and parties.

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Elegant event space at The Sugar Rooms with celestial decor for networking and gatherings.

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Vibrant event space with colorful lanterns, perfect for celebrations and corporate gatherings.

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The Sugar Rooms

The Brewery

Historic City of London reception hall with Corinthian columns and crystal chandeliers, accommodating up to 300 guests. Exclusive hire from £8,000 for evening events.

A magnificently proportionate room with Corinthian columns of scagliola and richly decorated moulded ceiling. 

The Livery Hall is an awe-inspiring space for grand dinners, receptions or conferences with the wow factor. Lit by impressive stained-glass windows and four English glass chandeliers, one of the delights of attending an evening event is to see the crystal facets twinkling in the candlelight. 

Livery Hall at Goldsmiths' Hall, elegant event space with chandeliers for formal gatherings.

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Elegant banquet hall with chandeliers, perfect for corporate events and formal dinners.

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Livery Hall staircase with marble finishes, ideal for weddings and galas.

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Elegant banquet hall at Goldsmiths' Hall, perfect for formal dinners and gala receptions.

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Grand staircase in The Livery Hall, Goldsmiths' Hall, ideal for gala dinners and receptions.

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The Livery Hall

Goldsmiths' Hall

Historic crypt reception hall beneath iconic St. Paul's Cathedral, accommodating 250 guests with private cathedral tours, from £6,500 based on recent quotes.

Eight Pillars encircle the tomb of Admiral Lord Nelson, which stands proudly as the focal point of the Chamber.

 With he mosaic floor and vaulted ceiling the Nelson Chamber is an elegant space in which to hold a drinks reception.

Nelson Chamber in St. Paul's Cathedral, elegant event space for corporate gatherings.

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Nelson Chamber in St. Paul's Cathedral: elegant arches, ideal for upscale events and receptions.

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Nelson Chamber in St. Paul's Cathedral, elegant event space with dramatic lighting and projections.

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Nelson Chamber in St. Paul's Cathedral: elegant event space for upscale receptions and meetings.

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Nelson Chamber

St. Paul's Cathedral

St. Paul's Cathedral - Nelson Chamber

Prestigious penthouse reception hall with rooftop terrace, 2 mins from Euston Station. Seats 160 for dining, 230 standing. From £129pp for all-inclusive wedding packages.

Our Penthouse State Rooms are a grand setting for a ceremony, wedding breakfast or a reception for up to 230 guests. The ambience and stunning decorative lighting in the rooms give a sense of occasion and WOW factor that will be remembered by all guests. 

The adjoining Rooftop terrace offers the most beautiful of backdrops overlooking London and is a wonderful area for photos of moments you want to treasure. 

Elegant wedding banquet hall with floral centerpieces at 30 Euston Square.

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Weddings in elegant Penthouse State Rooms with floral arrangements and natural light.

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Weddings in elegant Penthouse State Rooms with chandeliers and floral arrangements.

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Couple embracing in doorway at elegant wedding in Penthouse State Rooms, 30 Euston Square.

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Elegant wedding banquet table with floral centerpieces at 30 Euston Square.

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Weddings in the Penthouse State Rooms

30 Euston Square

Neoclassical City reception hall near Liverpool Street, seats 70 for dining or 200 standing, from £110 per person for day packages including catering and AV.

The Largest of the secondary rooms, is the Livery Hall, which can accommodate 30 to 220 guests for receptions, dinners and theatre -style presentations.
The space allows for conferences, small exhibitions and large meetings to take place theatre and cabaret style, using the adjoining Humber room for a separate catering area. Alternatively, it can be used for a drinks reception, prior to dinner in the Great Hall.
It is also commonly used as a break out area, for larger  meetings and conferences, for workshops and focus groups.

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Plaisterers’ Hall

Plaisterers' Hall

Historic City reception hall with 175-capacity cloisters, natural light, garden views. Perfect for corporate receptions. From £65pp for canapés and drinks based on recent

The Cloisters is a bright and airy reception space that is ideal when used in conjunction with other spaces at Merchant Taylors' as a breakout space for larger events or ideal when used as a standalone space for drinks receptions or networking events. 

Pair with the neighbouring outdoor space of the Courtyard Garden for a great combination of a luxurious outdoor space with a casual and refreshing and relaxing outside reception. 

Cloisters courtyard with fountain, ideal for networking events and gatherings.

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Networking event at The Cloisters, Merchant Taylors' Hall with elegant arches and exhibitor booths.

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The Cloisters

Merchant Taylors' Hall 

Merchant Taylors' Hall - The Cloisters

Modern cinema reception hall near Wembley Stadium accommodating up to 350 guests, featuring premium screens, tiered seating and exclusive venue branding options.

We offer Day Delegate Packages which contain everything needed for your meeting or conference; Venue hire, Audio Visual Equipment, Buffet Lunch, Three servings of Tea, Coffee & Juice/Water, Event & Technical staffing , Bottled water and Wi-Fi 9coming Q2 2019).

The Mezzanine level space holds 150 delegates with the capacity increasing to 350 when combined with the lower foyer.

All furniture is removable so the space can be themed and branded to suit any event.