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South London is a great place for conferences large and small, with a range of purpose-built conference centres, historic conference rooms and quirky meeting venues.

We've put together a selection of the very best conference venues for hire in South London, for a range of capacities and budgets. So, no matter what kind of conference or forum you're organising, just take a look and you're sure to find a fantastic venue near you.

South London

London

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

TRANSPORT

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

LANDMARKS

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

CULTURE

Sprawling gardens, trendy meeting spaces or vast exhibition halls... South London offers the best of the best.

VENUE VARIETY

South London is extremely well connected to the rest of the city and beyond, thanks to its plentiful tube, train and bus connections.

Whether you want to visit the Cutty Sark, engage your team with an away day in Brixton or dance the night away in Clapham, there's plenty to do!

THINGS TO DO

Conference Venues

Originally designed by theatre designer JB Briggs, the sense of drama is apparent as you step into this magnificent Ballroom. Abundant with original features and its eponymous crystal chandelier, this venue is an inspirational setting for a conference, or private dining event.

The Crystal Ballroom was designed back in the late 1800s and has kept its wow factor since its inception. 

With a private Mezzanine and Balcony overseeing the Ballroom, this function space is a unique and captivating room, rich with history much like the St Ermin's Hotel.

Crystal Ballroom at St Ermin’s Hotel with grand chandelier, perfect for upscale events.

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Crystal Ballroom at St Ermin’s Hotel, elegant chandeliers, ideal for corporate events.

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Elegant Crystal Ballroom with purple accents, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Crystal Ballroom at St Ermin’s Hotel, elegant meeting room for corporate events.

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Buffet

Business

Crystal Ballroom

St Ermin’s Hotel

Modern, minimalist theatre in a historic venue. Ideal for small conferences and presentations.

The fully accessible Godfrey Mitchell Theatre is located on the lower ground. This theatre is ideal for small conferences, presentations, lectures, seminars, product launches, press conferences and AGM's. We're fully equipped with state-of-the art presentation technology. At the front is a lectern and a top table for up to four people; each with fixed microphones. The space is very minimalist and modern in style with soft blue and white.

Our smallest theatre can be linked up to our Telford Theatre which allow a capacity of over 340 people.

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Theatre

Godfrey Mitchell Theatre

One Great George Street

Historic oak-paneled hall with Art Deco chandeliers, ideal for conferences and events up to 270.

Steeped in history, the Hoare Memorial Hall has a stately atmosphere, having played host to the House of Commons for a period during the Second World War. Its elegant oak-paneling, Art Deco Chandeliers, built-in stage, and gallery give the room a strong personality.

The hall is often used in conjunction with the Assembly Hall as a breakout room or on its own for Conferences, Seminars, Meetings, Press Launches, Product Launches, Exhibitions, and Training sessions. 

With its 6.5m ceiling and large windows, the Hoare Memorial Hall is ideal for conferences with up to 270 attendees. 

Hoare Memorial Hall in Westminster, spacious venue for conferences and banquets.

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Hoare Memorial Hall: elegant meeting room with wooden paneling for corporate events.

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Hoare Memorial Hall meeting room with wooden paneling for professional events and presentations.

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Hoare Memorial Hall: elegant event space with wooden paneling for receptions and networking.

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Hoare Memorial Hall 

Church House Westminster

A versatile event space with natural light and views of the Oval wicket, ideal for presentations, dinners, and gala events.

The 175 suite is in our new stand, it is the largest space in stadium, it can hold up to 700 delegates theatre stye with floor to ceiling glass along the pitch facing walls. Included in the room is an organisers office as well as a viewing platform, perfect for pre-dinner entertainment. This room has access onto a private terrace as well as direct access into the Pavilion for breakout spaces.
This space is also perfect for private dining, banquets and networking events.

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Reception

Events

175 suite 

Kia Oval

A 210-seat lecture theatre in Westminster with AV equipment, ideal for conferences and workshops.

Located on the ground floor of the building, the Lecture Theatre has fixed tiered seating for up to 210 guests. Perfect for Launches, Lectures, Conferences and Workshops.

The room hire includes the use of the Marble Hall and adjoining Gallery located on the lower ground floor for registration and catering, a technician during the hours booked and audio visual equipment (data projector, lectern, 6 top table microphones, 2 hand held radio microphones, 4 tie clip radio microphones, laptop)



Lecture Theatre at One Birdcage Walk with red chairs, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Lecture Theatre at One Birdcage Walk with tiered seating for corporate events and seminars.

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Lecture Theatre at One Birdcage Walk with red seating, ideal for corporate seminars.

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Elegant lecture theatre with marble flooring, ideal for upscale meetings and receptions.

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Modern lecture theatre with polished wooden floor for versatile corporate events.

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Lecture Theatre

One Birdcage Walk

A 2,500-seat historic auditorium with modern facilities, ideal for large conferences and ceremonies.

The Royal Festival Hall is a world-famous venue which can seat up to 2,500 guests in a fixed raked seated auditorium. The stunning Hall boasts a state of the art stage and rig, a large number of back of house areas and many of the original 1950s features. It's the perfect London location with excellent transport links for large conferences or corporate events, AGMs, award ceremonies and graduations. 



Royal Festival Hall conference with engaging speaker and tiered seating.

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Royal Festival Hall Auditorium set for a conference with spacious seating and stage.

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Royal Festival Hall Auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for concerts and conferences.

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Royal Festival Hall Auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and performances.

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Royal Festival Hall Auditorium

Southbank Centre

A historic underground auditorium with modern amenities, ideal for conferences and presentations.

This remarkable space offers all the conveniences of a modern meeting room, located under 12 feet of concrete and steel. The comfort or air conditioning and the latest audio-visual facilities make this a fantastic venue for conferences and presentations for up to 175 guests.

HCA Auditorium banquet table with floral centerpieces for corporate holiday event.

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HCA Auditorium event space with elegant round tables for fine dining and social gatherings.

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HCA Auditorium in Churchill War Rooms, organized meeting space for professional events.

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HCA Auditorium refreshment station for meetings with vintage decor and greenery.

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HCA Auditorium with round tables, ideal for corporate meetings and events.

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The HCA Auditorium

Churchill War Rooms

A versatile, elegant Edwardian hall with natural light, ideal for diverse events in Central London.

Embodying all the grace and elegance of the Edwardian era, this period venue exhibits immense light and elegance inherent in its Edwardian design creating a breath-taking effect for organisers and visitors alike.

Based in the London office of the Royal Horticultural Society, the venue is steeped over 100 years of horticultural History, purpose built for the societies once monthly flower shows, the venue still boats the most unusual charm.

Please contact the Royal Horticultural Halls for a quote, the pricing on here is only a rough guide.

Lindley Hall conference setup with black chairs and stage for impactful presentations.

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Lindley Hall corporate meeting venue with elegant layout and branding for networking events.

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The Lindley Hall

Royal Horticultural Halls

A modern, flexible venue with multiple conference suites and catering options across three floors.

Prospero House has an expansive blueprint spanning across three floors. The two conference suites, located on the ground floor can accommodate larger groups, and are conveniently situated next to catering space. Additional meeting and training rooms are located on the first and second floor providing a variety of room types for your event whether it is small or large. 

Illuminate Suite at Prospero House, featuring round tables for corporate events and presentations.

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Illuminate Suite at Prospero House: modern event space with natural light for workshops.

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Illuminate Suite at Prospero House: modern meeting space for workshops and seminars.

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Illuminate Suite

etc.venues Prospero House

Versatile, historic venue in Central London with a large adaptable space for up to 1,000 guests.

The highly adaptable Lecture Hall and Library can be combined into a single room for
receptions of up to 1,000 guests.

With impressive triple height ceilings with gorgeous details, natural daylight and a built-in
stage, Lecture Hall and Library proves a versatile room for holding conferences, seminars,
exams, exhibitions, graduation ceremonies and much more. There is an extensive range of
technical equipment to complement your event covering video, audio, and staging.
There is direct access from the Main Foyer on Level 1 which can be used as a convenient
registration area if needed.

Lecture Hall in Central Hall Westminster, elegant space for corporate meetings and conferences.

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Lecture Hall in Central Hall Westminster, elegant venue for conferences and formal gatherings.

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Lecture Hall in Central Hall Westminster, spacious venue with high ceilings for conferences.

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Elegant Lecture Hall in Central Hall Westminster, perfect for meetings and social gatherings.

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Fashion runway in lush Central Hall Westminster, showcasing innovative designs and audience engagement.

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Lecture Hall and Library

Central Hall Westminster

A versatile, modern meeting space with natural light and hybrid capabilities, plus a roof terrace.

Spacious and versatile, Max Nasatyr of our Third Floor Suite is flooded with floor to ceiling natural daylight and capable of accommodating up to 170 theatre or 100 cabaret. The Max Nasatyr room has dual 1080p projector screens, 2 high-definition hybrid capable cameras and the ability to live stream to YouTube - making it the perfect space for your in person or hybrid meeting. the space offers exclusive hire of the floor, offering 2 AV and hybrid equipped breakout rooms. The private foyer can be used for refreshment space, or registration, and a private cloakroom is included. 

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Third Floor Suite

Coin Street Conference Centre

A large, well-equipped event space in iconic County Hall with Thames views. Ideal for big events.

The Chancellor Suite is on the 4th floor of the iconic London venue County Hall. This versatile space is perfect for business meetings, conferences, and corporate events, accommodating a variety of setups to suit your needs. Equipped with wide projecting screens and an overhead sound system, the suite ensures seamless presentations and engaging discussions. With high-speed Wi-Fi and stunning views of the Thames, your attendees will be inspired and focused. Located next to The London Eye and opposite The Houses of Parliament, the Chancellor Suite offers an enviable central London location that enhances any event. With 43,000 sqft of meeting space and multiple media walls, etc.venues County Hall is designed for success. Elevate your business gatherings in this fabulous venue that combines modern design with iconic surroundings.

Chancellor Suite at County Hall, riverside venue with London Eye, perfect for events.

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Chancellor Suite at etc.venues County Hall: modern meeting space with round tables for events.

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Chancellor Suite at etc.venues County Hall: modern event space with stylish seating for gatherings.

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Cabaret

Chancellor Suite

etc.venues County Hall westminster

A bright event space with views of Westminster Abbey, ideal for meetings and receptions.

The Olivier is an airy space with plenty of natural light and superb views of Westminster Abbey that will enhance your guest experience. 

It is perfect for meetings, presentations and seminars as well as dinners and receptions. It is also suitable as a syndicate space or green room for large conferences. It can host theatre style events for 70 and receptions for 130.

Olivier in modern QEII Centre meeting room with purple chairs for a conference presentation.