Events at No.11 Cavendish Square

A grand-scale event space with private courtyard and green rooms, ideal for weddings, awards ceremonies, and celebrations.

From: £5000 per person

Capacity: Up to 400 guests

Events at The Bloomsbury

Elegant Grade II listed ballroom in a historic hotel, ideal for conferences and events.

From: £4800 per person

Capacity: Up to 320 guests

Dining at Phoenix Arts Club

A quirky, theatrical 220-capacity venue in the West End. Ideal for private events, dining, and receptions.

From: £2500 per person

Capacity: Up to 250 guests

Events at Sofitel London St James

A stylish event space in a luxury hotel, ideal for banquets and corporate functions up to 150 guests.

From: £2280.6396 per person

Capacity: Up to 160 guests

Business at Radisson Blu Hotel, London Mercer Street

A versatile meeting room in a boutique hotel, ideal for creative sessions and informal gatherings.

From: £55 per person

Capacity: Up to 124 guests

Conferences at 20 Cavendish Square

From: £2756 per person

Capacity: Up to 200 guests

What are peak booking times for Soho venues for 100-person corporate events?

Midweek is most in demand: Tuesday–Thursday bookings book out 3–6 months ahead. Fridays can work off-peak at 10–20% lower rates but demand still rises 2 months in advance. Saturday hires require 6+ months’ lead time for larger, tech-equipped spaces.

How much space is required for 100 guests in Soho?

Allocate at least 1.5 sqm per person for a mixed theatre-banquet layout, so plan on a minimum of 150 sqm. If you require dining tables and an AV stage, increase to 180 sqm to allow for 2 sqm per guest. Always confirm final footprint with the venue’s floor plan.

How many square metres are recommended for 100 seated guests?

For seated banquet style, allow 2 sqm per person – 200 sqm total. Theatre style can use 1.2 sqm per seat (120 sqm). Cabaret (tables of 8) needs 1.8 sqm per guest (180 sqm). Venues in Soho typically start at 150 sqm for flexible layouts.

How should I layout seating for 100 people in a Soho event space?

For theatre style: 10 rows of 10 seats in 120 sqm (1.2 sqm per seat). Banquet: 10 tables of 10 in 200 sqm (2 sqm per person). Cabaret: 12 tables of 8 in 180 sqm. Leave 2 m aisles and a 3 × 4 m stage area. Confirm clear sightlines and emergency exits with the venue.

What is the average day delegate rate for Soho venues per person?

Central Soho venues charge from £75 to £120 per delegate per day, inclusive of meeting space, two-course lunch, refreshments and standard AV. Premium packages with rooftop terraces or advanced AV start at £110 ppd.

What licensing should I consider for a private hire after 10 pm in Soho?

Ensure the venue’s premises licence covers your planned end time (often midnight). For live music or DJ sets after 11 pm, secure a Temporary Event Notice 10 working days before. Note local noise curfews – many Soho venues enforce 23:00–00:00 final music cut-off.

Which transport links serve central Soho event venues?

Primary Tube stations: Tottenham Court Road (Central & Elizabeth), Oxford Circus (Central, Bakerloo & Victoria), Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly & Bakerloo). Buses 24, 29, 390 and N5 stop on Charing Cross Road. Nearest Santander Cycles docks at Dean Street and Broadwick Street.

How can I ensure reliable AV for a 100-person event in Soho?

Book a venue with in-house AV technician and back-up kit. Insist on dual HDMI and wireless presentation systems, a 5,000-lumen projector or 75" LED screen, lapel and handheld mics, plus a 300 Mbps dedicated Wi-Fi. Test all equipment 1 hour before start.

How to plan an outdoor rooftop event for 100 in Soho with weather backup?

Choose a roof terrace with retractable canopy or adjacent indoor space of at least 100 sqm. Contract a wet-weather backup by confirming indoor switchover within 30 minutes. Provide outdoor heaters, flooring and clear signage. Budget an extra £1,500–£2,500 for contingency hire.

What is the minimum spend to hire a private Soho venue for 100 guests?

Expect a minimum spend of £8,000–£12,000 for full day hire of a 150 sqm+ private venue in Soho. This covers space hire, basic catering and AV. Peak-day (Tue–Thu) packages often require a £10,000+ commitment.