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Discover the perfect away day venues in London for up to 500 people. These spaces offer a blend of creativity and functionality, ideal for team-building activities, workshops, or corporate retreats. With excellent transport links and a variety of amenities, you can ensure your event is both productive and enjoyable. Consider factors like layout options and catering services when selecting your venue to create an unforgettable experience.

London

United Kingdom

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

TRANSPORT

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

LANDMARKS

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

CULTURE

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

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.

Away Day Venues in London for 500 people

Away Day Venues

A large, versatile auditorium in a central hotel, perfect for conferences and events up to 450 guests.


Situated on the First floor of the centrally-located Leonardo Royal London City Hotel, the Auditorium is a generously-sized meeting and events space, impressively accommodating up to 450 delegates. The room can also be split into the Lion and Bell suites, for slightly smaller events of up to 180 delegates. 

Modern lobby of The Auditorium, Leonardo Royal Hotel London City for events and meetings.

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Reception

Events

The Auditorium

Leonardo Royal Hotel London City

Historic circular event space with a glass dome, ideal for dinners and parties up to 372 guests.

The Assembly Hall is a Grade II listed event space which was built in 1939, and 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 Charity Fundraising Dinners, Awards Dinners, Private Dining, Christmas Parties, Summer Parties, and Gala Dinners for up to 372 guests, or dinner dances for 300. 

Elegant Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster, perfect for gala or corporate events.

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Elegant Assembly Hall in Church House Westminster, ideal for gala and corporate events.

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Elegant banquet hall in Church House Westminster, ideal for conferences and gala dinners.

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Gala event in Assembly Hall, Church House Westminster with elegant tables and ambient lighting.

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Elegant banquet hall in Church House Westminster, ideal for galas and awards ceremonies.

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Theatre

Dining

Assembly Hall

Church House Westminster

A spacious, flexible foyer with a brutalist aesthetic and river views. Ideal for large events.

The Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer is a large flexible space with a standing capacity for up to 950 people.

Glass panelling bathes the spacious foyer with natural light while concrete walls and marble floors adding to the brutalist aesthetic.  

The space is particularly suited for award dinners, large receptions and exhibition stalls, boasting an outside terrace with fabulous river views.  

Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer with modern design, ideal for events and gatherings.

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Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer, modern event space with dynamic lighting for networking events.

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Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer, elegant banquet setup for formal events, modern architecture.

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Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer, vibrant event space for networking and social gatherings.

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Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer set for a formal dinner event with ambient lighting.

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Business

Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer

Southbank Centre

A large conference and event space with the latest technology in a bustling business district near St Paul's Cathedral.

The Wren & Shakespeare Suite is the hotel's largest single conference and event space, perfectly designed for hosting large gatherings in the heart of London. This versatile venue boasts cutting-edge technology, making it ideal for conferences, corporate events, and grand celebrations. With flexible seating arrangements accommodating up to 450 guests for a dinner dance or 300 in a classroom setup, it caters to diverse event needs. Enjoy exceptional amenities, including afternoon tea, buffet lunches, and dedicated event staff to ensure a seamless experience. Located beside the iconic St Paul's Cathedral, the suite offers easy access to Mansion House, City Thameslink, and Blackfriars stations, making it a prime choice for both local and international attendees. Enhance your event with full-range speakers, HD plasma screens, and on-site facilities like a gym, pool, and spa. The Wren & Shakespeare Suite at Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul's is your premier destination for unforgettable events in a central location.

Wren & Shakespeare Suite at Leonardo Royal Hotel, elegant conference venue with blue lighting.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite conference room setup for workshops at Leonardo Royal Hotel London.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite: modern event space with skylights for networking and receptions.

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Modern hotel lobby at Leonardo Royal Hotel London St. Pauls, ideal for events and networking.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite at Leonardo Royal Hotel, stylish venue for meetings and events.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite atrium, modern design for networking events in London.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite, modern venue with glass windows for corporate events in London.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite at Leonardo Royal Hotel, ideal for conferences with blue lighting.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite banquet setup with round tables in Leonardo Royal Hotel London.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite

Leonardo Royal Hotel London St.Pauls 

A large, versatile ballroom in a luxury hotel, ideal for conferences, exhibitions, and seminars.

The perfect venue for a conference, exhibition or seminar. Our versatile meeting space has the ability to break up in to 3 sections featuring natural daylight. The rooms can be broken up to fit different purposes. Working with Eclipse Global for state of the art equipment and serving carefully crafted menus we have the perfect room for any style of event.  

Westminster Ballroom at London Marriott, bright meeting space for corporate events.

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Westminster Ballroom setup with sleek tablet, ideal for meetings and events.

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Westminster Ballroom buffet setup at London Marriott for corporate networking event.

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Westminster Ballroom at London Marriott: polished table, ideal for meetings and events.

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Modern conference room in Westminster Ballroom, ergonomic chairs, ideal for meetings and events.

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Westminster Ballroom

The London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square

A vast historic event space with a timber roof, ideal for conferences, dinners, and exhibitions.

The Porter Tun is one of the largest and oldest unobstructed event spaces in London. An exposed King Post timber roof giving a clear span of 60ft above a 778 square metre antique wooden floor makes it a perfect location for conferences, awards dinners, fashion shows and exhibitions. The large raised balcony is ideal for a reception area or presentation platform. The Malt Room is able to be booked as a green room. 

Elegant event space at The Porter Tun for HR Excellence Awards 2024 with vibrant decor.

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Dynamic runway event at The Porter Tun with performer in eye-catching costume.

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Vibrant event space at The Porter Tun with lush greenery for themed gatherings.

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Dynamic event at The Porter Tun with stage backdrop and confetti celebration.

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Dynamic conference at The Porter Tun, featuring modern visuals and engaged audience.

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Conference at The Porter Tun with dynamic stage setup and engaging visuals.

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Elegant gala dinner setup at The Porter Tun with floral centerpieces and vibrant lighting.

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Vibrant event space at The Porter Tun, ideal for corporate conferences and gatherings.

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Engaging speaker at The Porter Tun conference with attentive audience in a spacious venue.

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Conference setup at The Porter Tun with rows of tables and a large presentation screen.

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Conference at The Porter Tun with speaker, audience engagement, and professional lighting.

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Vibrant event space at The Porter Tun, ideal for parties and corporate gatherings.

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Versatile event space at The Porter Tun with high ceilings, ideal for corporate gatherings.

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Event space at The Porter Tun with spacious seating and large screens for presentations.

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The Porter Tun 

The Brewery

A spacious self-contained suite in Kensington, ideal for large conferences and events.

Fully self-contained on a dedicated floor of the hotel, with its own private entrance, the Palace Suites can accommodate up to 320 guests cabaret style and is the ideal venue for a large conference. The floor offers four separate rooms that can be used for break-out sessions, smaller seminars, or meetings. In addition, there's an area for exhibitions and drinks receptions. 