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South Kensington, nestled in the heart of South West London, is a prime location for hosting diverse events. Its proximity to major cultural landmarks and its vibrant atmosphere make it an ideal choice for event planners from medium to large organisations looking to impress. Considerations like accessibility, venue capacity, and unique architectural styles are paramount in this prestigious area.

South Kensington's architecture includes the French Renaissance-style Brompton Oratory and the Art Deco Michelin House, ideal for unique event settings. The area's elegant Victorian townhouses also offer sophisticated venues for intimate gatherings.

ARCHITECTURE

South Kensington features the Science Museum, ideal for tech-themed events, and the Royal College of Music, perfect for musical gatherings. The area also includes the iconic Harrods, a pop culture shopping landmark.

LANDMARKS

Explore the Serpentine Galleries for contemporary art, enjoy a film at the historic Ciné Lumière, or relax at the charming Kensington Roof Gardens. Perfect for adding cultural flair to your event itinerary.

THINGS TO DO

South Kensington is a prime location for hosting events, especially those focused on architecture. This area is home to some of London's most iconic cultural institutions. The Victoria and Albert Museum, known for its extensive collection of art and design, offers unique spaces for events. The Natural History Museum, with its stunning Hintze Hall, provides a grand setting that can leave a lasting impression on guests.

For those interested in modern architecture, the Design Museum is a must-see. It showcases contemporary design and offers versatile event spaces. South Kensington is also close to the Royal Albert Hall, a historic venue that has hosted countless prestigious events.

The area is well-connected by public transport, with South Kensington Station serving the District, Circle, and Piccadilly lines. This makes it easy for guests to reach your event from various parts of London.

In addition to its cultural landmarks, South Kensington boasts a range of hotels and restaurants, making it convenient for multi-day events. The area is also known for its beautiful garden squares, such as Onslow Square and Thurloe Square, which can provide a picturesque backdrop for outdoor events.

Overall, South Kensington offers a blend of historic and modern venues, excellent transport links, and ample amenities, making it an ideal choice for hosting architectural events.

South Kensington

The area has no shortage of things to see and do, with a wealth of restaurants, bars, and fun activity venues like mini golf and ping pong!

THINGS TO DO 

Compared to other regions in the city, South West London is really well connected by public transport.

TRANSPORT

Whether you like the sound of a Georgian townhouse or an underground party hotspot, there's something for everyone.

VENUE VARIETY

South West London is an area extending from Westminster through Kensington and upmarket Chelsea, down to Battersea, Clapham, Streatham, Brixton, Richmond and world-famous Wimbledon. 

Known for its largely youthful residents and affluent neighbourhoods, South West London is a charming area of the city and also one of the greenest - with plenty of parks and recreational spaces perfect for summer parties or team away days! 

There are plenty of stunning event spaces in the region too; whether you're after a fun night out in Clapham, large awards ceremony in Battersea or a luxurious meeting space in Richmond, there's something for everyone and every event budget.

The area is super accessible to the rest of the city and beyond, with plenty of London Underground stations, overground stations, bus routes and taxis, so your guests won't have any trouble getting around. You could even take them by boat to recently-renovated Battersea Power Station!

South West London

Discover top event venues in South Kensington, London. Ideal for professionals organising significant corporate and private events.

Event Venues in South Kensington

Event Venues

A modern event space with city views in the Science Museum. Ideal for large dinners, conferences, and receptions.

Illuminate is a progressive award-winning venue at the Science Museum designed to both anticipate and surpass the needs of the ever-evolving events industry.

Located on Levels 4 and 5 of the Science Museum, it is a modern blank canvas space ideal for product launches, corporate events, award ceremonies, bar mitzvahs, dinners and receptions. 

With a seated capacity of 400 and standing capacity of 450, Illuminate stands out with its breath-taking panoramic City views and natural daylight, creating a productive conference or an unforgettable dining experience. 

Illuminate event space at The Science Museum with high ceilings and natural light.

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Illuminate event space at The Science Museum, featuring natural light and modern design.

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Illuminate event venue at The Science Museum with high ceilings, ideal for conferences.

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Modern conference space with black chairs and screens at The Science Museum.

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Elegant awards ceremony setup with fine dining at The Science Museum's Illuminate event space.

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Events

Illuminate

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The Science Museum

Elegant period reception room in an Art Deco building, ideal for corporate events and receptions.

A spacious period reception room, Les Salons combine elegant features and technical equipment allowing the organisation a wide variety of events including lectures, award ceremony, conference, corporate meetings, board meeting, AGM, etc...The Salons are suitable for receptions and parties too.

Event space at Institut français, featuring sleek black chairs and elegant piano.

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Les Salons meeting space with black chairs, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Versatile meeting space with black chairs at Institut français du Royaume-Uni for events.

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Elegant event space with hardwood floors for meetings and workshops at Institut français.

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Business

Les Salons

Institut français du Royaume-Uni

A historic townhouse venue with modern elegance, ideal for corporate and social events.

Kent House Knightsbridge, a townhouse with a Royal past, offers a blend of historic ambience and modern facilities that make it equally well suited to AGMs, award ceremonies, conferences, fashion shows and product launches.  Its elegant spaces easily combine corporate events with social entertaining, business with pleasure and Victorian architecture with neutral spaces.  Venue hire costs are guideline rates for the exclusive hire of the townhouse.

Rutland Room in Kent House: elegant event space with acrylic chairs for presentations.

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Rutland Room in Kent House: elegant meeting space with warm lighting for presentations.

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Rutland Room in Kent House: elegant event space with vibrant artwork, ideal for exhibitions.

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Rutland Room in Kent House: elegant event space with vibrant decor for networking and gatherings.

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Rutland Room in Kent House: elegant event space for cocktail receptions or gatherings.

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Rutland Room

Kent House Knightsbridge

An interactive museum in Knightsbridge, perfect for events with optical illusions and photo ops.

Located in Knightsbridge, Paradox Museum is a truly unique venue to host your Company Away Days, Team Building Event and Conferences. The versatile event space is a blank canvas, allowing you to shape it to your requirements: a large screen presentation, break-out spaces, team challenges - we've got you covered. 

The space includes a balcony offering a stunning view of Harrods, plus exclusive use of the entire fully interactive museum. Guests are free to explore the museum in their own time and are guaranteed to leave with a smile on their faces and a phone full of incredible photos.

Modern event space with glass ceiling at Paradox Museum London for unique gatherings.

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Modern event space at Paradox Museum London with large window and dynamic lighting.

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Modern event space in Paradox Museum London with vibrant visuals and lush greenery.

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Stylish venue with striking sculpture at Paradox Museum London for unique events.

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Acrobat on disco ball at Paradox Museum London event space, vibrant entertainment experience.

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Whole Venue

Paradox Museum London

A spacious, elegant suite in Kensington for weddings and large events, accommodating up to 400 guests.

This expansive suite is the ideal place to celebrate your special occasion or luxurious event in style. Gather guests for an unforgettable wedding or large scale business event. Our Sentosa Suite can accommodate 300 guests seated and 400 guests standing.

Royal Suite at Millennium Gloucester: elegant event space for meetings and gatherings.

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Royal Suite at Millennium Gloucester: modern event space for meetings and gatherings.

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Royal Suite event space in Millennium Gloucester, elegant setup for networking and receptions.

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Royal Suite at Millennium Gloucester: flexible meeting space for events and presentations.

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Theatre

Royal Suite

Millennium Gloucester London Kensington

A versatile, high-tech event space in a historic hotel. Ideal for conferences and large gatherings.

The Kings Suite is the largest event room at The Rembrandt, offering a maximum capacity of 200 delegates theatre-style. Ideal to host a conference, meeting or training session - the space boasts excellent amenities including LCD projector, telephone, stationery, PA system for hire, video conferencing facilities, black-out blinds and more. Flooded with natural daylight, it is perfect for working lunches, and our experienced chef offers a range of catering options for all events. For smaller events the suite can be partitioned into four separate rooms using sound proof partitions. 

Kings Suite meeting room with elegant decor, ideal for conferences and workshops.

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Kings Suite at The Rembrandt, elegant meeting space for conferences and banquets.

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Elegant Kings Suite banquet hall with round tables, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Kings Suite

The Rembrandt 

A versatile large event space for up to 640 guests in South Kensington, ideal for various occasions.

From the office summer party or corporate dinner to exhibitions and conferences, the Queen's Tower Rooms is a large adaptable space for up to 640 guests.

With the flexibility to divide the space into three different areas, it's a blank canvas which can be transformed to suit a wide range of events. Imperial Venues also offers a range of delegate packages complete with award-winning catering, state-of-the-art AV equipment and dedicated event managers.

Queen's Tower Rooms at Imperial College, spacious event venue with natural light.

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Networking event at Queen's Tower Rooms, Imperial College; spacious and inviting atmosphere.

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Elegant event space with round tables for a formal dinner at Queen's Tower Rooms.

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Queen's Tower Rooms at Imperial College, spacious event space with polished wooden floors.

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Queen's Tower Rooms exhibition space with booths, ideal for networking events and meetings.

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Queen's Tower Rooms

Imperial Venues - Imperial College South Kensington

A versatile, naturally lit event space in a landmark hotel, suitable for large meetings and private events.

Our largest meeting room which can hold up to 400 delegates, has natural daylight, air conditioning, a fitted screen and projector. The Studio is also ideal for private events and weddings. The room is soundproof walls and fitted screen. 

This room can be split into 5 individual rooms. FREE WIFI

Reception - 400
Theatre - 330
Theatre with stage - 300
Cabaret - 160
Cabaret with stage - 120
Classroom - 165
Classroom with 2 per table  - 90
Classroom with 3 per table - 150
Banquet - 220(2 buffet)
Lunch/Dinner - 250
Exam - 90
Exihbition - 32

Event space at Holiday Inn London Kensington with round tables and blue chairs.

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Banquet hall at Holiday Inn Kensington, set for events with elegant decor and blue chairs.

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Studio

Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum

Elegant meeting spaces in a professional setting, ideal for business seminars and conferences.

Cromwell 1 & 2 are two elegant meeting spaces that offer a professional setting for any type of business meeting, seminar, or conference. Located within the prestigious DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington, these versatile rooms are designed to inspire productivity and collaboration. Bathed in natural daylight, they create an inviting atmosphere that enhances focus and creativity. Guests can also enjoy access to the serene Secret Garden, providing a refreshing outdoor space for breaks or informal discussions. With state-of-the-art technology and customizable layouts, Cromwell 1 & 2 cater to your specific needs, ensuring a seamless event experience. Elevate your business gatherings in these sophisticated venues, where comfort meets functionality in the heart of London.

Modern meeting space with teal ceiling for presentations and workshops at DoubleTree Kensington.

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Cromwell 1-2 meeting space at DoubleTree London, ideal for corporate workshops and presentations.

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Cromwell 1-2

DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington

A versatile 300-capacity event hall in Kensington with AV facilities, ideal for various events.

Event Hall at Queen's Gate House is a versatile and expansive space, ideal for a wide range of events. With a capacity to accommodate up to 300 guests, it is perfect for conferences, exhibitions, training sessions, product launches, screenings, awards ceremonies, and dinners. The hall boasts a 17ft ceiling height, offering ample room for elaborate setups. It is equipped with a full AV suite, including 5.1 surround sound and a 5m HD projection, ensuring high-quality audiovisual experiences for all attendees. Additionally, the space offers free WiFi, step-free access, and air conditioning, making it accessible and comfortable for everyone. The Nordic minimalist style of the interior provides a 'blank canvas', allowing event organisers to tailor the space to their specific vision and create a memorable experience for their guests.

Spacious event hall with black chairs for seminars and workshops at MPW Queen's Gate House.

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Event Hall at MPW Queen's Gate House with black chairs for a seminar setup.

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Event Hall at MPW Queen's Gate House, organized meeting space for workshops and training.

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Versatile Event Hall with desks, ideal for workshops and training sessions.

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Spacious event hall with circular black chairs for interactive meetings and workshops.

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Event Hall

MPW Queen's Gate House

A historic venue with a 450-seat theatre and elegant Map Room, ideal for conferences and networking.

Our state-of-the-art Ondaatje Lecture Theatre is fully equipped with award-winning AV systems to deliver successful and impactful in-person conferences, talks & meetings and to share content digitally with wider audiences. 
The Theatre stage has a maximum capacity of 700 and comfortably accommodates 450 delegates for an all-day conference.
The nearby Map Room comes as a package with the Theatre and makes a stunning setting for refreshment & networking breaks accommodating up to 150 delegates standing.
Additional catering space can be added with our Main Hall & Education Centre package.


Ondaatje Theatre with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Ondaatje Theatre at Royal Geographical Society, modern auditorium for conferences and presentations.

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Ondaatje Theatre at Royal Geographical Society, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Ondaatje Theatre at Royal Geographical Society, elegant meeting room for corporate events.

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Ondaatje Theatre with large windows, ideal for events and meetings at Royal Geographical Society.