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Discover the perfect event venues in the vibrant West End of Central London. This iconic area offers a diverse range of spaces ideal for corporate events, gala dinners, and conferences. With its central location and excellent transport links, the West End ensures your event will be both memorable and accessible.

Did you know, the West End of London was once a separate village from the City of London?!

HISTORY

Located in the heart of the city, the West End couldn't be better connected with its plethora of tube, train and bus stations.

TRANSPORT

The West End is a buzzing hive of activity and enough to make anyone want to dance the night away!

CULTURE



Located in the heart of London, the West End has a rich history that spans centuries. Once a residential area for the city's elite, it soon became a hub for entertainment and culture, as theatres and other events began to spring up. Today, the West End is home to some of London's most famous areas such as Soho, Oxford Street, and Piccadilly Circus. It is also a popular destination for shopping, dining, and nightlife, and is widely considered to be one of the most exciting places in the city. There are plenty of unique and interesting venues here that attract event organisers, and for good reason!

Whether you're looking for a venue for an event, want to soak up some history and culture, or are simply looking for a great place to spend an evening, the West End has something for everyone. With its world-class transport links and endless array of events and attractions, it truly is one of the most vibrant and exciting areas in London.

West End

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

LANDMARKS

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

Explore top event venues in the West End, Central London. Ideal for corporate events and gala dinners with excellent transport links.

Event Venues in West End

Event Venues

A historic lecture hall for up to 400, with stage and flexible use, in a central London heritage venue.

The Lecture Hall can hold up to 400 delegates theatre style. It’s a historic adaptable space
leading immediately from the grand entrance foyer on the first floor. This large open area has
a stage and can be used as an individual meeting space, with catering, exhibition and/or
registration combined with the adjacent Library. If simultaneously booking the Library, this
brings capacity to 1,000. This room has plenty of natural daylight, but also benefits from the ability to black out the windows for presentations, conferences, lectures, or seminars as well as for exams or graduation ceremonies.

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Reception

Business

Lecture Hall

London

Central Hall Westminster

A versatile and elegant meeting space in the heart of Mayfair, perfect for productive business events.

Featuring contemporary  furnishing and elegant decor, the Royal suite sets the stage for productive meetings, presentations, brainstorming sessions, away day. Natural light pours in through large windows, creating an inviting ambience conducive to creativity and collaboration. 

Equipped with high-speed internet and built-in projector and screen, comfortable seating arrangements facilitate focussed discussions and strategic planning sessions.

Wheather hosting conferences ,training seminars, or product launch, this room provides a versatile environment to meet the demands of modern business.

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Royal Suite

The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel

A historic venue in Carlton House Terrace, ideal for events from small meetings to large receptions.

Hire the famous Royal Society for events, conferences, banquets, and more, and elevate your gathering to an extraordinary level. Nestled in the prestigious Carlton House Terrace, this unique venue boasts a rich history of hosting pivotal scientific events. With the whole building at your disposal, you can enjoy a variety of individually styled rooms, each flooded with natural daylight and equipped with state-of-the-art AV technology. Whether you're planning an intimate meeting for 10 or a grand reception for 500, every space is fully accessible and supported by in-house AV technicians. Experience the perfect blend of elegance and functionality at the Royal Society, where your event will leave a lasting impression.

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Whole Building

The Royal Society

Versatile top-floor lounge with bar, A/V, and panoramic views in a luxury Mayfair members' club.

The Lounge is situated on the top floor of 12 Hay Hill and is our most versatile space. 

The room is a blank canvas, suitable for any corporate event, from conferences and awards ceremonies, to dinners and networking drinks receptions.

The Lounge also boasts an abundance of natural light, due to the floor to ceiling panoramic windows, with views overlooking Mayfair and Berkeley Square.

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Standing

The Lounge

12 Hay Hill

Elegant, spacious room with top AV, ideal for conferences and events. Stunning Thames views.

One of the best spaces in London for conferences, meetings, briefings, receptions, and dinners, the Lee Kuan Yew Room at Arundel House offers an exceptional setting for your business events. This bright and spacious venue is elegantly furnished, providing a sophisticated atmosphere that inspires productivity and creativity. Equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology and hybrid equipment available for hire, it ensures seamless presentations and engaging discussions. Guests can enjoy stunning views over the Thames, with iconic landmarks like the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye in sight. Our dedicated team is committed to catering to your every need, offering in-house catering options and on-site AV engineers to guarantee a flawless experience. With excellent disabled access and proximity to tube stations, the Lee Kuan Yew Room is the ideal choice for press launches, seminars, and corporate gatherings. Elevate your next event in this historic venue, where modern amenities meet timeless elegance.

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Theatre

Lee Kuan Yew Room

Arundel House

A versatile central London event space with impressive wood panelling, large windows, and in-house AV equipment.

The Council Chamber's versatility makes it a perfect choice for an event in a central London venue. 

The stunning wood panelling and large windows make an impressive backdrop for any corporate event. With a multitude of layouts available, it's suitable for all events, from a conference, exhibition, product launch to private events and award dinners. 

The spacious room benefits from air conditioning and natural daylight, with full blackout available for presenting. Breakout spaces are nearby on the same floor and available to hire in conjunction, perfect for networking and catering. 

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Events

Council Chamber

Congress Centre

A grand, versatile event space with high ceilings and modern AV in a historic Georgian building.

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.

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The Great Room

RSA House

Elegant conference space in a historic Grade 1 listed building with full AV support and catering.

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. 

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Beatrice Webb Room & Gallery

{10-11} Carlton House Terrace

A large, flexible conference space in an iconic art deco building with excellent AV facilities.

Beveridge Hall boasts flexible seating and a large stage area for meetings and conferences. 

The space benefits from excellent natural acoustics and audio-visual facilities including a full-size screen, audio and visual recording, fixed and roving microphones, and adjustable lighting.

The complimentary Crush Hall inspires visitors entering the venue, with its elegant art deco styling complemented by a dramatic staircase leading up to spacious landings. 



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The Beveridge Hall - Senate House

University of London Venues

An opulent Art Deco ballroom in central London, ideal for large events, weddings, and corporate parties.

Flexible event spaces all adorned in Art Deco theming, The Ballroom at The Bloomsbury Ballroom is a stunning venue perfect for a variety of occasions. Nestled in the heart of Bloomsbury, just a stone's throw from London's vibrant West End, this iconic space can accommodate up to 700 guests in a reception-style layout. Whether you're planning a corporate event, an elegant wedding, a glamorous award ceremony, or a dynamic product launch, our dedicated events team will tailor bespoke packages to meet your needs. With high ceilings and listed features that evoke the grandeur of the 1920s, The Ballroom offers a unique event experience that will leave a lasting impression. Elevate your gathering with live cabaret shows or host a fashion show in this atmospheric setting. Choose The Bloomsbury Ballroom for an unforgettable event in one of London's most unusual venues.

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The Ballroom

The Bloomsbury Ballroom 

Elegant ballroom with high ceilings, natural light, and versatile for various events up to 150 guests.

The Ballroom provides an exquisite backdrop to any business event.

It is located on the 1st floor, has natural daylight and air-conditioning. It has "The Wow Factor", and boasts a 7m ceiling height. The room also has a separate catering area to the rear, which can be used for catering or office space. 

Suitable for Conferences, Seminars, Receptions, Private Dining, Networking events, Exhibitions, Gala events and Parties, and can be used in conjunction with other event rooms as syndicate rooms.

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The Clermont Charing Cross

A versatile first-floor event space with industrial charm, ideal for conferences and workshops.

Located on The Conduit's first floor, The Forum is a versatile, multipurpose events space, with access to AV facilities. With its original brick wall, light-filled windows and industrial details, the space is perfect for conferences, workshops, panel discussions and meetings.

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The Forum

The Conduit

A large, modern conference space with stunning park views in a historic Grade I listed building.

Our largest space, this room has floor to ceiling windows overlooking St James' Park.  It is filled with all your technology needs and is included in the venue hire rate.  Perfect for conferences, webcasting, meetings.

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Al Qasimi

Prince Philip House

A grand Art Deco venue in Covent Garden, ideal for large events with seating up to 1625.

The Grand Temple is a stunning, Grade II listed Art Deco building.

The largest of our our spaces, the Grand Temple has fixed seating for up to 928 on the ground level and a further 450 seats in the balconies.

Built-in stage and audio can facilitate Conferences /Award ceremony events and product launches.  For larger scale production, there are 28 ceiling rigging points for audio/visual equipment.

There are multiple smaller rooms adjoining the Grand Temple available to use for refreshments, break-out areas or meetings.


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The Grand Temple

Freemasons' Hall

A grand, wood-panelled event space in a heritage setting. Ideal for conferences, dining, and receptions.

Our largest event room, the original floor to ceiling silver-grey wood panelled walls presented by the Indian Government in 1937 make this room a distinctive setting. It is suitable for conferences, meetings, fine dining and receptions. The room has an optional partition which forms 2 smaller meeting rooms, perfect for a seminar or meeting in one half with catering served in the other. The evening session is a Dining, room hire price which is based on a seated 2 or 3 course meal only.