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Finding the perfect reception venue in London for up to 500 guests can elevate your event to new heights. With a diverse range of stylish and spacious options, you can host everything from corporate celebrations to elegant parties. Consider factors like location, amenities, and ambience when selecting your venue. London's vibrant atmosphere and rich history provide an unforgettable backdrop for any occasion, ensuring your event is memorable.

London

United Kingdom

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

TRANSPORT

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

LANDMARKS

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

CULTURE

By plane, train, underground, bicycle and more, London has some of the best transport links in the world.

Icons that make London know the world over, from Buckingham Palace to the House of Parliament.

Home to Theatreland, world renowned music venues, museums and a piece of history on every corner.

Reception Venues in London for 500 people

Reception Venues

A versatile meeting space in a central London hotel, ideal for corporate events and seminars.

Hyde Park is a perfect space for corporate meetings, seminars and training programmes. The room can be split into 2 different sections and comes with built-in screens air-conditioning, dimmable lights and a hearing loop. Our dedicated events team will ensure your event is personalised and bespoke each and every time.

Hyde Park meeting room with round tables, ideal for conferences and workshops.

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Hyde Park event venue with elegant carpets, perfect for networking receptions and cocktail events.

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Reception

Events

Hyde Park 

The Marble Arch Hotel by Thistle

Elegant neoclassical venue with versatile spaces for corporate events, weddings, and celebrations.

City venue Plaisterers’ Hall includes a variety of event spaces which are suited to corporate events large and small. The spaces include the large Great Hall, which is best suited to presentations, awards ceremonies and road shows, and smaller adjoining spaces such as the Mott & Humber rooms, Livery Hall and Reception space. The range of rooms allows great flexibility for corporate entertaining. You could use the spaces individually or create an event that makes use of the entire venue – smaller spaces are perfect for breakout rooms, catering areas and that seperate drinks reception space.

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Standing

Business

The Great Hall

Plaisterers’ Hall

A versatile, modern event space in a historic estate with outdoor options. Ideal for weddings and parties.

The former regimental drill hall is now an elegant contemporary room offering a blank canvas that's adaptable to any need. For reception drinks on warm summer evenings, we can also offer outdoor receptions on the pop-up terrace or in the Artillery Garden. 

After you exchange your vows, our team can transform the space into a magnificent dining and dancing area for your reception while you and your guests enjoy drinks and take pictures outside. 

Couple cutting wedding cake in elegant HAC venue with fairy lights, perfect for celebrations.

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Wedding reception at HAC with couple's first dance under romantic lighting.

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Lively event at Prince Consort Rooms, HAC with smiling attendees celebrating together.

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Elegant Prince Consort Rooms event with floral centerpieces and engaged guests.

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DJ in vibrant Prince Consort Rooms, HAC, with fairy lights for a lively event atmosphere.

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Weddings

Prince Consort Rooms

The HAC (Honourable Artillery Company)

A grand ballroom in a luxury hotel, ideal for large events, dinners, and receptions.

Legendary Park Lane ballroom with private entrance and ample pre‑function areas; premium setting for Christmas dinners with DJ and dancing.

Elegant ballroom with marble flooring, ideal for corporate events and receptions.

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Elegant banquet hall at The Dorchester, perfect for weddings and upscale events.

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Elegant Ballroom at The Dorchester with chandeliers, perfect for corporate events.

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Elegant ballroom with domed ceiling, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant ballroom with marble floor, ideal for upscale events and receptions.

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Dining

The Ballroom

The Dorchester

A large conference and event space with the latest technology in a bustling business district near St Paul's Cathedral.

The Wren & Shakespeare Suite is the hotel's largest single conference and event space, perfectly designed for hosting large gatherings in the heart of London. This versatile venue boasts cutting-edge technology, making it ideal for conferences, corporate events, and grand celebrations. With flexible seating arrangements accommodating up to 450 guests for a dinner dance or 300 in a classroom setup, it caters to diverse event needs. Enjoy exceptional amenities, including afternoon tea, buffet lunches, and dedicated event staff to ensure a seamless experience. Located beside the iconic St Paul's Cathedral, the suite offers easy access to Mansion House, City Thameslink, and Blackfriars stations, making it a prime choice for both local and international attendees. Enhance your event with full-range speakers, HD plasma screens, and on-site facilities like a gym, pool, and spa. The Wren & Shakespeare Suite at Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul's is your premier destination for unforgettable events in a central location.

Wren & Shakespeare Suite at Leonardo Royal Hotel, elegant conference venue with blue lighting.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite conference room setup for workshops at Leonardo Royal Hotel London.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite: modern event space with skylights for networking and receptions.

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Modern hotel lobby at Leonardo Royal Hotel London St. Pauls, ideal for events and networking.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite at Leonardo Royal Hotel, stylish venue for meetings and events.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite atrium, modern design for networking events in London.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite, modern venue with glass windows for corporate events in London.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite at Leonardo Royal Hotel, ideal for conferences with blue lighting.

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Wren & Shakespeare Suite banquet setup with round tables in Leonardo Royal Hotel London.

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Reception Venues in London for 500 people

Trending Reception Venues in London for 500 People

The Marble Arch Hotel by Thistle

Plaisterers’ Hall

The HAC (Honourable Artillery Company)

The Dorchester

Leonardo Royal Hotel London St.Pauls

London Hilton on Park Lane

One Marylebone

Natural History Museum (London)