Business at London Conference Centre

Intimate classroom for 52 with AV and natural light, ideal for lectures at a top business school.

From: £3000 per person

Capacity: Up to 52 guests

Business at Convene 200 Aldersgate

A versatile, high-tech event space for up to 400, ideal for corporate gatherings and presentations.

From: £900 per person

Capacity: Up to 400 guests

Business at Lumiere Underwood

From: £74.51 per person

Capacity: Up to 400 guests

Business at Haberdashers' Hall

From: £325 per person

Capacity: Up to 75 guests

Business at Founders' Hall

A modern, intimate event space with AV equipment, ideal for conferences, private dining, and meetings.

From: £68 per person

Capacity: Up to 120 guests

What local amenities should I consider for a conference in Clerkenwell?

Clerkenwell has 4-star hotels (£150–£200/night) within 0.5 miles, artisan cafés on Exmouth Market and 10+ restaurants within 5 minutes’ walk. Gyms and 24-hour pharmacies on St John’s Street support delegate needs.

Where can delegates park near Clerkenwell conference venues?

Use Q-Park Hatton Garden (£30/day) or Tabernacle Street car park (£20/day), both within 0.3 miles. Public EV charging points are on Britton Street and St John’s Square.

Which AV facilities are essential for a 50-person conference in Clerkenwell?

Key AV kit includes a 5,000+ lumen projector or 75″ LED screen, lapel and handheld microphones, 100 Mbps symmetric Wi-Fi, HDMI connectivity at tables and an on-site technician. Add video-conferencing for hybrid sessions.

What room layouts work best for a 50-person conference?

Theatre style seats 50 within 75 m². Boardroom style (2.5 m table length per side) needs 100 m². U-shape suits interactive sessions—allow extra 30 m² for AV. Maintain 1.2 m aisle widths for safety.

How many breakout rooms should I book for a 50-delegate event in Clerkenwell?

Book at least two breakout rooms of 20–25 m² each to run concurrent workshops of 10–15 delegates. This allows 5-minute transition times. Opt for modular partitions to flex space if numbers change.

What is the ideal space size for a 50-person conference in Clerkenwell?

Aim for 1.5 m² per delegate in theatre style (≈75 m²) or 2 m² per delegate in boardroom style (≈100 m²). Allocate an extra 20 m² for registration and networking. Maintain 1.2 m aisle widths and level, accessible entrances.

How accessible is Clerkenwell for out-of-town conference attendees?

Clerkenwell is Zone 1, 4 minutes’ walk from Farringdon (Circle, Hammersmith & City, Elizabeth lines). St Pancras to Farringdon rail takes 2 minutes. Taxi from Heathrow is ~50 minutes off-peak, Gatwick ~75 minutes.

What minimum spend should I budget for a 50-person Clerkenwell conference?

Minimum spend usually ranges from £500 to £1,650. Basic spaces with buffet lunch and AV start at around £500; premium venues with full tech setup and sit-down lunch can require up to £1,650.

What is the average day delegate rate for a conference in Clerkenwell?

Expect a day delegate rate of £55–£120 per person midweek (Tuesday–Thursday). This typically includes meeting room hire, standard AV, two refreshment breaks and a working lunch. Premium venues or extra services may exceed £120/head.

Do I need a licence to serve alcohol at a conference in Clerkenwell?

Yes. Submit a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) at least 10 working days before the event. A TEN costs £21 and covers up to 500 guests. Confirm the venue’s premises licence permits TENs.