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Charing Cross, located in the heart of Central London, offers a variety of outdoor venues perfect for any event. From corporate gatherings to private celebrations, these spaces provide a unique backdrop with the iconic London skyline and historic landmarks. When selecting an outdoor venue here, consider accessibility, capacity, and amenities to ensure your event runs smoothly.

Charing Cross acts as a major transport hub throughout London, meaning attendees can easily get to and from your event. Win win!

TRANSPORT

A stone's throw from some of London's most famous and iconic landmarks, Charing Cross is a stellar choice for an event for international visitors.

LANDMARKS

Charing Cross was the site of the final battle of Wyatt's Rebellion in 1554, and Trafalgar Square is just round the corner. 

HISTORY

Charing Cross is an area in Westminster in Central London, and is essentially an intersection where the Strand and Whitehall meet. The area is primarily known for its world-famous train station and is one of the busiest and most important transport hubs in London, connecting all areas of the city by train, tube, or bus. A stone's throw from Trafalgar Square, Soho, Embankment, the Strand and Covent Garden, this area is a goldmine for events venues of all shapes and sizes.

From culture hotspots such as the National Gallery to stunning townhouses like 10-11 Carlton House Terrace, and a treasure trove of restaurants, bars, and hotels generously sprinkled in between, Charing Cross has been well established as a central location for events in London for many years. Trafalgar St James is an example of a stunning high-end venue in Charing Cross, offering a roof terrace with incredible views of the city. 

Charing Cross

The London Eye, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Marble Arch... need we say more?!

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 top outdoor venues in Charing Cross, Central London for your next event. Perfect for corporate gatherings or private celebrations.

Outdoor Venues in Charing Cross

Outdoor Venues

Georgian meeting rooms near Trafalgar Square, up to 70 standing, ideal for conferences and exhibitions, from £60pp for drinks reception packages.

Their subtle colours and welcoming elegance make them infinitely versatile, providing the perfect backdrop for any event at Trafalgar Rooms, located within the prestigious 116 Pall Mall. These interlinked spaces, St James 1 & 2, offer flexible working arrangements, ideal for corporate meetings, private celebrations, or festive Christmas parties. Bathed in natural daylight, the rooms create an inviting atmosphere that enhances creativity and collaboration. With a prime location just minutes from Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus, 116 Pall Mall is a landmark venue that combines Georgian charm with modern amenities, ensuring your event is both memorable and successful. Whether hosting an intimate gathering or a larger function, the Trafalgar Rooms can be tailored to meet your specific needs, making it a standout choice for any occasion.

Elegant Trafalgar Rooms event space with high ceilings, ideal for corporate receptions.

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Elegant meeting room at Trafalgar Rooms, perfect for corporate events and gatherings.

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Elegant dining table setup at Trafalgar Rooms, perfect for formal events and meetings.

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Trafalgar Rooms at 116 Pall Mall, elegant venue for corporate events and meetings.

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Elegant staircase at Trafalgar Rooms, perfect for holiday events and corporate gatherings.

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Events

Trafalgar Rooms 

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116 Pall Mall

Trafalgar Rooms

240-capacity rooftop bar with panoramic London skyline views, retractable roof, 2 mins from Charing Cross station. £20k minimum spend for exclusive hire.

The chic, modern and contemporary Radio bar can also be used as an exclusive event space. It is a great venue in the heart of London that will leave your guests in awe when they see the skyline from the bar. Events are run seamlessly and efficiently with our great events team who will be able to suggest the best canapes, bowl foods and drinks which will tickle the taste buds of your guests.  




Stylish rooftop venue in London with panoramic views for upscale events and gatherings.

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Exclusive Hire at Radio Rooftop London, modern bar with elegant lighting for upscale events.

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Stylish rooftop lounge at Radio Rooftop London for intimate gatherings and cocktail parties.

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Reception

Exclusive Hire 

Radio Rooftop London 

Grade I listed Westminster venue with private garden, 150-capacity reception spaces near Charing Cross, from £95pp for outdoor summer parties with games.

The Beatrice Webb Room can be used for a wedding ceremony up to 125 seated and is fully licensed. The room is lightly decorated with a small amount of art around the room and makes for the perfect back drop to the Mall/St James's Park.

Whether you prefer to be seated or standing, the Beatrice Webb Room boasts capacities of 100 for a wedding breakfast and 150 guests standing. With the light colour of the room, you can decorate as you please to make the room suitable for your perfect day.

Whenever the Beatrice Webb Room is hired, you immediately receive the Gallery space for drinks.

Beatrice Webb Room with elegant round tables, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Beatrice Webb Room: elegant wedding venue with floral chairs and natural light.

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Weddings

Beatrice Webb Room, Gallery & Music Room

{10-11} Carlton House Terrace

Luxury Leicester Square hotel with Shima Gardens outdoor terrace, 2 mins from Charing Cross. Japanese-inspired rooftop space for 20 dining, from £50/hour venue hire.

Breathtakingly vast, pillar-less room with soaring heights of 5.8m (19ft) and an expansive floor space to host receptions for up to 850 people, 600 seated or 464 cabaret. Set in the heart of The Londoner, the world's first Super Boutique Hotel, located in London's legendary Leicester Square.

Logistically engineered, purposefully built to host unique events, The Ballroom at The Londoner is adjoined by specially designed pre-function areas and two kitchens, providing a seamless experience accompanied by exquisite dining.

The Ballroom sets the bar for 21st century wedding space in London.

Elegant banquet table with floral arrangements in Ballroom B, perfect for weddings and galas.

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Modern Ballroom B at The Londoner, ideal for corporate meetings and exclusive events.

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Ballroom B

The Londoner

100-capacity rooftop restaurant with panoramic London skyline views, ideal for outdoor corporate events in Charing Cross. £10k minimum spend covers food and beverage.

Miradora is the perfect setting for private events—whether it’s an intimate dinner, corporate gathering, birthday, or
grand celebration.


Garden Rooftop venue with elegant dining setup for corporate and social events.

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Stylish Garden Rooftop bar with marble counter, ideal for networking events and cocktail receptions.

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Garden Rooftop venue with floral ceiling, perfect for events and gatherings.

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Elegant rooftop dining venue with London skyline view, perfect for corporate events.

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Business

Whole venue

Miradora

Garden Rooftop

9th-floor rooftop terrace with London skyline views, 2 mins from Leicester Square. Holds 30 seated, 50 standing. From £2,500 minimum spend for exclusive hire.

The private room can be hired for private events, corporate events, private dining, birthday parties and dinners, baby showers, Christmas parties, and many more. 

The private room holds up to 30 guests seating and 50 guests standing. 

Please contact us for more information.

Elegant afternoon tea setup with champagne at The View @LSQ, perfect for networking events.

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Elegant dining table with floral arrangements at LSQ Rooftop, perfect for upscale events.

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Elegant dining setup at The View @LSQ, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.

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Stylish LSQ Rooftop event space with panoramic city views for upscale meetings and dining.

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Stylish bar at The View @LSQ, perfect for networking events and cocktail receptions.

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The View @LSQ

1 Leicester Square Rooftop

200-capacity rooftop terrace with retractable glass roof, ideal for outdoor corporate events. 2 mins from Tottenham Court Road. From £8,000 minimum spend for exclusive hi

The Century Club Roof Terrace is the largest in Soho, it has a fully retractable glass roof making it the perfect space for the unpredictable British weather. 

Accommodating up to 200 people, the Roof Terrace is a truly fantastic space, complete with a large bar, the Roof Terrace is an ideal spot for drinking, summer parties, Christmas parties, birthday parties, dining or dancing, product launch, celebration, engagement parties, etc. 

Looking for a smaller drinks reception? The roof is also available to hire semi-privately.

Rooftop Terrace with retractable glass roof, ideal for evening events and private parties.

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Rooftop Terrace with retractable glass roof, ideal for corporate events and upscale celebrations.

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Rooftop Terrace with retractable glass roof, ideal for evening social and corporate events.

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Rooftop Terrace  (with retractable glass roof)

Century Club

200-capacity rooftop terrace with retractable roof overlooking Trafalgar Square, ideal for outdoor corporate events. 2 mins from Charing Cross station, from £150 per pers

For the most prestigious occasions, choose The Rooftop. 

Enjoy a selection of convivial small plates and expertly crafted cocktails, all set against the stunning backdrop of the city skyline - an unforgettable setting for your event.

For premium al fresco dining, opt for The Gallery, or unwind at The Deck, our sun-drenched area, perfect for a relaxed cocktail reception.
Available for both exclusive and non-exclusive events.


Rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with city skyline, perfect for upscale events.

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Stunning rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with sunset views, perfect for events.

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Rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with city skyline, ideal for evening events and gatherings.

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Rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with city skyline, ideal for evening events.

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Rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with city skyline, ideal for intimate gatherings and events.

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The Rooftop

Trafalgar St James

Trafalgar St James - The Rooftop

Rooftop Japanese restaurant atop iconic OWO with panoramic Whitehall views. Accommodates 200 standing for receptions. £20,000 evening minimum spend for exclusive hire.

Located on the rooftop of the iconic OWO, Kioku is a Japanese restaurant which also intertwines a hint of Mediterranean cuisine. Kioku, which directly translates as 'memory' in Japanese, is led by third generation sushi master Endo Kazutoshi as Culinary Director. With panoramic views of Whitehall, The Mall, Horse Guards, Trafalgar Square and onto Westminster, Kioku is the ideal setting for exceptional dining events of up to 60 guests.

Image Credit: Carla Barber Photography.

Panoramic view of London from Kioku by Endo, perfect for corporate events and receptions.

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Rooftop terrace venue in Kioku by Endo, ideal for upscale events and gatherings.

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Elegant restaurant venue hire in Kioku, featuring warm wood tones and flexible seating.

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Stylish venue with Ferris wheel view, ideal for upscale events and gatherings.

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Stylish rooftop terrace at Kioku by Endo, ideal for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Dining

Whole Venue Hire

Kioku by Endo

Riverside venue with outdoor terrace at Embankment Pier, 100 standing capacity, ideal for corporate events, from £750 daily with Thames boat transfers available.

The latest addition to the Thames Clippers portfolio, Clipper Lounge EMB offers a very special event space in a unique riverside setting.

With an indoor lounge and an open air terrace, this versatile venue can accommodate events all year round

Strategically located at Embankment Pier, this Lounge boasts unparalleled transport links and is the perfect location for corporate events, networking receptions and private celebrations. 

Why not make the most of our riverside location and add on a boat transfer for the ultimate arrival experience.

Modern Clipper Lounge EMB with sleek seating, ideal for networking events and meetings.

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Stylish boat event space with sleek bar and waterfront views for networking gatherings.

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Clipper Lounge EMB

Clipper Lounge Embankment

Central London's largest outdoor terrace near Leicester Square, accommodating 120 standing guests with city skyline views from £40 per person for corporate events.

The Rooftop at The Hippodrome Casino is central London’s largest outdoor terrace—ideal for business events, networking, and private functions. With stunning skyline views and a flexible layout, it’s perfect for product launches, staff parties, and corporate gatherings. Enjoy cocktails, drinks, and food served with impeccable service in a vibrant setting. Whether it’s a meeting or a celebration, The Rooftop offers a standout experience that elevates any event.

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Boardroom

The Rooftop Bar

The Hippodrome Casino

The Hippodrome Casino - The Rooftop Bar

550-capacity Thames yacht with 360-degree glass pavilion design, 5 mins from Tower Bridge. Outdoor deck space, from £108pp for corporate receptions with catering included

Utterly unique, the Silver Sturgeon offers an exceptional setting for intimate private dining and large scale seated lunches and dinners, from 50 - 440 guests.  

A welcome reception area is available, with access to the back deck and top deck bar, leading back down to a large and airy dining room with butter-soft leather booth seating, dance floor and in-house lighting and sound system.

Perfect for private dining and gala dinners, guests will delight at the sites of London's riverscape from the comfort of their dining table. 

Silver Sturgeon rooftop event with greenery, ideal for networking and socializing.

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Silver Sturgeon rooftop bar with panoramic views, ideal for upscale events and cocktail parties.

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Silver Sturgeon event boat on River Thames with London Eye, perfect for corporate gatherings.

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Elegant event space on Silver Sturgeon boat with floral centerpieces for corporate gatherings.

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Silver Sturgeon event participant capturing moments for social sharing and engagement.

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Buffet

Silver Sturgeon

Woods Silver Fleet

200-capacity West End rooftop bar with private terraces, ideal for corporate receptions. 2 mins from Charing Cross station. From £60 per person for exclusive hire.

Welcome to Kitty Hawk, the premier located in the heart of the West End, offering an enchanting setting perfect for wedding receptions. 

Celebrate your special day with stunning panoramic views of the city skyline, providing a picturesque backdrop for your wedding photos. 



Elegant venue in Kitty Hawk with natural light, ideal for meetings and events.

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Stylish restaurant venue in Kitty Hawk with elegant decor for events and fine dining.

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Stylish restaurant venue in Kitty Hawk for intimate meetings and networking dinners.

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Stylish restaurant venue in Kitty Hawk with warm lighting for events and gatherings.

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Stylish bar area in Kitty Hawk, perfect for networking events and social gatherings.