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Charing Cross is a prime location for hosting eco-friendly conferences. Sustainable venues here offer state-of-the-art facilities with a commitment to environmental responsibility. Considerations like waste reduction, energy efficiency, and ethical sourcing are at the forefront, ensuring your event aligns with green initiatives.

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 eco-conscious Sustainable Conference Venues in Charing Cross, London, for events that make a difference.

Sustainable Conference Venues in Charing Cross

Sustainable Conference Venues

Luxury five-star hotel conference venue near Charing Cross, seating 200 theatre-style with dual 98" screens, sustainable practices, from £158 per delegate.

The Mayfair Suite at Sofitel London St James is an exquisite venue perfect for hosting weddings, social events, and corporate gatherings. With its elegant decor and sophisticated ambiance, it provides a stunning backdrop for any occasion. The dedicated team of wedding specialists and event planners ensures that every detail is meticulously handled, allowing you to focus on enjoying your event. The suite is designed to accommodate both intimate ceremonies and larger receptions, making it versatile for various types of events. Guests can indulge in a culinary experience with customizable menus crafted by renowned chefs, featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The Mayfair Suite also offers a private entrance for a more exclusive experience, enhancing the overall luxury and sophistication of your event.

Westminster Suite at Sofitel London: elegant banquet room for corporate events and gatherings.

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Elegant Westminster Suite at Sofitel London, ideal for corporate events and weddings.

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Sofitel London St James Corporate Event ...

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Hire Westminster Suite, Sofitel London ...

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Reception

Events

Westminster Suite

London

Sofitel London St James

300-capacity sustainable conference venue in Covent Garden with eco-stationary, 6 interconnecting studios, day delegate rates from £110pp including green catering package

Elegantly styled with light decor, the ME Room is available for hire 24 hours a day. 

Large scale events such as fashion shows and car launches are just a small selection of the impressive events held here. 

The ME Room can accommodate up to 150 guests for a standing reception or 80 for dinner, or with the inter-connecting walls removed between the 6 adjoining studios, the total capacity can be increased to 300pax for a reception or 250pax for a seated lunch or dinner.

The venue comes complete with all furniture and linen, as well as table centrepieces and elegant uplighting. 

Sleek ME Room in ME London, perfect for presentations and networking events.

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Dynamic fashion show in ME London Event Space with sleek venue design and audience engagement.

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Sleek ME Room in ME London, ideal for Jaguar showcases and corporate events.

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Sleek ME Room event space for automotive showcases, ideal for product launches and networking.

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Modern ME Room event space set for a fashion show with defined runway and seating.

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The ME Room 

ME London Event Space

Georgian conference venue near Charing Cross with 180-capacity Great Room, natural daylight, built-in AV, sustainable credentials, from £5,650 for exclusive hire.

The Great Room is jewel in the crown, accommodating up to 180 guests theatre and 80 guests cabaret style for conferences. The room features high ceilings and a skylight which floods in a natural daylight. The room is air-conditioned and can be completely blacked out for presentations or hybrid events. The state-of-the art audio-visual facilities include an HD projector for both data and professional format video projection.

Elegant Great Room at RSA House, perfect for conferences and networking events.

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Elegant Great Room at RSA House, ideal for corporate events and conferences.

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Sophisticated RSA House Great Room with modern seating and historical murals for events.

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Great Room at RSA House with elegant seating and large screen for conferences.

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Elegant Great Room at RSA House with round tables, ideal for meetings and receptions.

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Business

The Great Room

RSA House

200-seat theatre in iconic cultural venue near Trafalgar Square, ideal for sustainable conferences with professional lighting, sound equipment, from £25 per person daily 

The theatre at the Institute of Contemporary Arts is a versatile space ideal for hosting a variety of events, including performances, screenings, and artistic presentations. With its unique atmosphere, it provides an engaging environment for both audiences and performers. The theatre is well-suited for music events, film screenings, and art-related performances, making it a perfect choice for those looking to create memorable experiences. The venue's focus on contemporary arts ensures that events held here are both innovative and culturally enriching, appealing to a diverse audience. Whether you're planning a corporate event, a private screening, or a live performance, the theatre offers a dynamic setting that enhances the overall experience for attendees.

Elegant ICA Theatre venue with classic architecture for upscale events and meetings.

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Versatile ICA Theatre with minimalist design, ideal for conferences and performances.

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Versatile ICA Theatre with elevated stage, perfect for corporate events and performances.

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Versatile black box theater at ICA, perfect for corporate events and artistic performances.

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Standing

theatre

Institute of Contemporary Arts

110-seat tiered theatre in Covent Garden's transport museum, ideal for sustainable conferences with eco-conscious heritage setting, from £3,550 for day hire including AV.

Following a £500k AV refurbishment, the Cubic Theatre has professional DCP/DCI playback capabilities with true 4k resolution and Dolby Digital surround sound for a full cinema experience. All equipment is supported by our in-house technical team, who are bookable throughout your event. The adjoining Foyer is perfect for welcome drinks and post-screening networking whilst our catering partner Benugo can serve cinema-inspired canapes.

Cubic Theatre at London Transport Museum with tiered seating for events and screenings.

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Cubic Theatre at London Transport Museum with tiered seating for corporate events and screenings.

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Cubic Theatre auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for presentations and screenings.

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Cubic Theatre seating with red chairs, ideal for presentations and film screenings.

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Theatre

Screenings

The Cubic Theatre

London Transport Museum

London Transport Museum - The Cubic Theatre

Grade I listed sustainable conference venue near Charing Cross, 104-capacity theatre-style, eco-conscious catering, wheelchair-friendly, from £31 per person for day hire.

The Beatrice Webb Room is a unique setting for your next workshop, seminar or AGM. The room boasts large windows, electric blinds and air conditioning. Our in-house AV team are on hand to provide you with support for your meeting and presentation needs. Ask about our AV packages.

The Beatrice Webb Room comes with a complimentary catering space and a shared lobby for registration. 

Beatrice Webb Room: elegant event space with wooden flooring, ideal for networking and workshops.

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Beatrice Webb Room, Gallery & Music Room

{10-11} Carlton House Terrace

Historic 18th-century venue at Trafalgar Square with sustainable credentials, accommodating 130 theatre-style conferences, from £2,200 hourly for eco-conscious corporate 

St Martin’s Hall is a beautiful room with oak panelling and even though the space is situated underground the room has an abundance of natural daylight. 

There is fresh air supply, under floor heating, WIFI, adjustable lighting and has its own private bathrooms and cloakroom. It also has its own separate space for refreshments in the ‘Lightwell’ which is situated right outside the Hall. St Martins Hall can hold up to 130 delegates in a theatre style, 64 delegates in a cabaret style or 32 in a boardroom style.

St Martins Hall meeting room with round tables, ideal for events and presentations.

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St Martins Hall event space with gray chairs, ideal for presentations and meetings.

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St Martins Hall meeting space with gray and red chairs, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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St Martins Hall atrium, modern glass design for corporate meetings and social events.

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St Martins Hall meeting space with wooden walls, ideal for networking events and discussions.

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St Martins Hall & Lightwell

St Martin-in-the-Fields

Historic 150-seat theatre in iconic Trafalgar Square gallery, ideal for sustainable conferences with AV facilities, from £2,500 for presentations.

With audio-visual facilities and comfortable tiered seating, the Ondaatje Wing Theatre is the perfect space for an evening presentation, product launch or award ceremony before a drinks reception in the Gallery. The Lecture Theatre can be hired at any time of day.

Events in the Theatre can be paired with breakfast, evening reception or dinner events in Gallery spaces.

Hire includes use of AV equipment and presence of AV Technician.

This space has 138 fixed seats and a maximum capacity of 150.

Modern auditorium with tiered seating in The Ondaatje Wing Theatre, perfect for conferences.

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Panel discussion at The Ondaatje Wing Theatre, National Portrait Gallery, engaging speakers.

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The Ondaatje Wing Theatre

National Portrait Gallery

Elegant Regency suite with natural light and chandeliers, ideal for sustainable conferences. Up to 80 theatre-style, 2 mins from Charing Cross station, from £70 per deleg

The Regency is a stunning space resplendent with three chandeliers and  several windows which flood the space with natural light .
Elegant period features create an opulent atmosphere in which to hold a business event.
Whether a seminar, training session or private corporate party our expert staff will make your event special.
The room comes with complimentary wifi and all the trappings needed for a successful event of almost any  business type.
With much experience of hosting high security events as well as many major corporate clients we can deliver perfection.



Sophisticated meeting room at The Clermont Charing Cross with elegant chandeliers for corporate events.

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Sophisticated meeting room at The Clermont Charing Cross with elegant chandeliers for events.

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Regency

The Clermont Charing Cross

800-capacity sustainable ballroom in Leicester Square, ideal for eco-conscious conferences. State-of-the-art AV, 5.8m ceilings, from £150 per delegate including green cat

Breathtakingly vast, pillar-less room with soaring heights of 5.8m (19ft) and an expansive floor space to host receptions for up to 800 people, 700 seated of 336 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 event space in London.

Spacious ballroom venue with high ceilings for conferences and banquets in The Londoner.

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Ballroom at The Londoner, elegant conference room for corporate events and presentations.

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Spacious ballroom with high ceilings, ideal for conferences and exhibitions in London.

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Ballroom at The Londoner with dramatic lighting, ideal for conferences and galas.

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

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Ballroom

The Londoner

The Londoner Ballroom

Daylight-flooded conference space in Covent Garden boutique hotel with floor-to-ceiling windows, up to 200 reception capacity, outdoor terrace, from £8,250 daily.

Studios 1 & 2 at St Martins Lane offer a versatile and elegant space flooded with natural daylight, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows. The blank canvas design allows for customization, making it suitable for a variety of events such as product launches, afterparties, cocktail receptions for up to 200, and private meetings for up to 150 theatre style. The mirror details add a touch of luxury, and the outdoor terrace provides a breakout area. With inbuilt LCD screens, this space is ideal for creating a stylish and engaging atmosphere for events.

Modern entrance of Studios 1 & 2, St Martins Lane, ideal for upscale events and gatherings.

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U-shaped meeting space in St Martins Lane, ideal for workshops and corporate events.

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Sophisticated lounge with warm wood paneling for networking events and meetings.

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Studios 1 & 2

St Martins Lane

24-capacity daylit conference room in Covent Garden hotel, ideal for sustainable meetings. Hybrid event packages, 75-inch screen, from £110 per delegate daily.

One Aldwych is well located for both the City and the West End and offers a bright and inspiring backdrop for your meeting. Located on the mezzanine level the Press & Type Room are perfectly situated next door to each other and can be used separately or combined together and their versatility makes them ideal for a board meeting or theatre style presentation. 
Hybrid event options are available. Please see Prices & Hours section for details. 


Sophisticated meeting room at The Press & Type Rooms, ideal for corporate events.

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Meeting room at The Press & Type Rooms, One Aldwych, ideal for corporate workshops.

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The Press & Type Rooms

One Aldwych

451-capacity tiered lecture theatre at IET London, ideal for sustainable conferences near Charing Cross. Advanced AV technology, Thames views, from £5,860 per day for ven

Hosting up to 451 people in tiered seating, the lecture theatre comes with 391 ground level seats and a further 30 on each of the two balconies, also accommodating up to nine speakers on stage.

Whether presenting to a seated audience or extending the reach of your event through live streaming, the Kelvin Lecture Theatre offers unparalleled digital opportunities to showcase your brand and to ensure optimum engagement with your speakers and audiences.

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Kelvin Lecture Theatre

IET London: Savoy Place

Historic Thames-view conference suite in Grade I listed venue, 2 mins from Charing Cross. Seats 72 for sustainable conferences, from £135pp including eco-conscious cateri

The Meston Suite overlooks some of Whitehall's finest architecture. With its whites walls and magnificent floor to ceiling windows. The Meston Suite is flooded with natural daylight. An architectural jewel that lends itself to all types of events including drinks reception and baby shower afternoon teas.

Meston Suite at Royal Horseguards Hotel, elegant venue for weddings and conferences.

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Meston Suite at Royal Horseguards Hotel, elegant event space for corporate meetings.

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Elegant Meston Suite with floral tables, perfect for networking events and receptions.

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Elegant banquet room in The Meston Suite, ideal for upscale meetings and events.

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Meston Suite at Royal Horseguards Hotel, elegant wedding venue with acrylic chairs.

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Dining

The Meston Suite

The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place

451-seat riverside lecture theatre with cutting-edge AV, ideal for sustainable conferences. 2 mins from Embankment station. From £110 per person including catering and te

The Kelvin Lecture Theatre is the perfect space to keep a large audience engaged. There is even the option to broadcast your event beyond the venue with state-of-the-art AV and virtual event technology. 

Kelvin Lecture Theatre with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and events.