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Chelsea's quirky conference venues offer a unique backdrop for corporate events, blending creativity with professionalism. These spaces inspire innovation and engagement, perfect for companies seeking a distinctive setting for their next conference.

Chelsea is well-known for being an area of exquisite taste, and this goes for its event spaces too!

VENUE VARIETY

Chelsea is well connected to the rest of the city by the District and Circle tube lines, Overground trains, buses and even by boat!

TRANSPORT

Chelsea is a hotspot for sleek restaurants and bars, so we're pretty sure your guests won't go hungry!

FOOD & DRINK

Chelsea is a very affluent inner-city area of West London, bounded to the south by the River Thames. The events scene in Chelsea is thriving, with events taking place at a variety of venues large and small, including the world-famous Chelsea FC stadium, Stamford Bridge. From music concerts to art exhibitions, food festivals to sporting events, there is no shortage of upmarket event spaces and venues for events in Chelsea, plus with its convenient location, the area has excellent transport links. This makes it a convenient choice for attendees to travel to and from.

The area's historical roots run deep; it was here that Charles II founded the Chelsea Royal Hospital in 1682 to provide shelter for retired soldiers. Other notable landmarks in the area include the picturesque Chelsea Physic Garden and Sir Christopher Wren's St Mary Abbots Church. If you're looking for a luxury backdrop to host key clients and stakeholders, Chelsea is just what the doctor ordered.



Chelsea

The area has no shortage of things to see and do, with a wealth of restaurants, bars, and fun activity venues like mini golf and ping pong!

THINGS TO DO 

Compared to other regions in the city, South West London is really well connected by public transport.

Whether you like the sound of a Georgian townhouse or an underground party hotspot, there's something for everyone.

South West London is an area extending from Westminster through Kensington and upmarket Chelsea, down to Battersea, Clapham, Streatham, Brixton, Richmond and world-famous Wimbledon. 

Known for its largely youthful residents and affluent neighbourhoods, South West London is a charming area of the city and also one of the greenest - with plenty of parks and recreational spaces perfect for summer parties or team away days! 

There are plenty of stunning event spaces in the region too; whether you're after a fun night out in Clapham, large awards ceremony in Battersea or a luxurious meeting space in Richmond, there's something for everyone and every event budget.

The area is super accessible to the rest of the city and beyond, with plenty of London Underground stations, overground stations, bus routes and taxis, so your guests won't have any trouble getting around. You could even take them by boat to recently-renovated Battersea Power Station!

South West London

Discover quirky conference venues in Chelsea, London, for a unique corporate event experience that fosters creativity and engagement.

Quirky Conference Venues in Chelsea

Quirky Conference Venues

Historic Scottish private club near Hyde Park with flexible Johnnie Walker room, up to 200 theatre-style, featuring piper entrance option and £68 per delegate day package

The air-conditioned Johnnie Walker room forms part of the clubs extension in 2006 with its own private entrance into the building.  Boasting natural daylight and WIFI with an in-built PA system and 2 hand-held mics.  The room also splits into two for further flexibility.

The Johnnie Walker is perfect for Meetings, Workshops, and Private Dinners with fleixble layouts available.

Dry Hire is also available at weekends (Saturdays/Sundays) the Club can provide catering if required making it an unusual event venue.  A piper can be arranged to lead your conference in giving an unique start



Johnnie Walker event setup in The Caledonian Club with round tables and projector screen.

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Reception

Business

Johnnie Walker

London

The Caledonian Club

Imperial College's state-of-the-art conference centre in South Kensington with 10 bright meeting rooms, boardroom for 40, from £370/day.

The Seminar and Learning Centre offers a suite of 10 modern meeting rooms equipped with screens and projectors. This bright and airy space enjoys its own reception, a variety of room sizes and layouts, a mezzanine breakout area making it the ideal place for meetings, corporate workshops, training, small conferences, seminars and presentations. What's more, the rooms can be hired as either a standalone venue or in conjunction with Imperial's larger rooms and lecture theatres.

Conference room at Imperial College London with projection screen for seminars and meetings.

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Versatile meeting room at Imperial College, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Meeting room at Imperial College London, ideal for seminars and workshops.

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U-shaped meeting room with blue chairs at Imperial College for workshops and strategy sessions.

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Meeting room at Imperial College, featuring tables for workshops and training sessions.

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Boardroom

Seminar and Learning Centre

Imperial Venues - Imperial College South Kensington

Imperial Venues - Seminar & Learning Centre

Elegant ballroom-style conference venue near Hyde Park Corner with original architectural features, up to 80 theatre-style, from £66 per delegate including AV.

The Embassy is a unique, versatile and stylish venue featuring abundant natural light, luxurious design and original architectural features. 

The Embassy is the perfect location for corporate events, seminars, creative workshops, drinks receptions, board meetings, smaller conferences, celebrations, Christmas parties, private dining, working lunches, press launches, away days, hybrid events, trade shows, live streaming, PR days, film, TV and photo shoots, advertising, Christmas parties, wine tasting, pop up shops, pop up restaurant, gallery, exhibitions, live drawing, recordings, music.   

Bright meeting space at The Embassy, featuring colorful chairs for workshops and conferences.

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Vibrant event space at The Embassy, ideal for seminars and workshops in London.

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The Embassy

Lumiere London - The Embassy

400-capacity conference suite at Stamford Bridge with panoramic pitch views, ideal for quirky corporate events, from £62 per delegate including AV.

The Canoville Suite is an excellent option for conferences and meetings with breathtaking views overlooking the pitch. The Canoville Suite can accommodate up to 250 delegates in a cabaret layout and 400 delegates in a theatre style layout.

The space also features direct access into the stands allowing guests to enjoy some fresh air during their breaks.

Our catering partners levy are onsite and can offer an excellent range of catering options to suit your event. Whether its a grab-and-go style lunch or a street food concept we will ensure your delegates are fed and watered throughout.


Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC: modern meeting space with stadium views for corporate events.

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Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC: modern event space with sports field view for corporate meetings.

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Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC, spacious banquet venue with round tables for events.

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Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC: modern event space with stadium views for corporate meetings.

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Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC, spacious venue for conferences and banquets with natural light.

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Theatre

Canoville Suite 

Chelsea Football Club

Chelsea Football Club - Canoville Suite

Historic 4-star hotel's 200-capacity conference suite in South Kensington, 5 mins from tube. Soundproof partitions, mood lighting, £55 DDR includes lunch and AV.

The Kings Suite is the largest event room at The Rembrandt, offering a maximum capacity of 200 delegates theatre-style. Ideal to host a conference, meeting or training session - the space boasts excellent amenities including LCD projector, telephone, stationery, PA system for hire, video conferencing facilities, black-out blinds and more. Flooded with natural daylight, it is perfect for working lunches, and our experienced chef offers a range of catering options for all events. For smaller events the suite can be partitioned into four separate rooms using sound proof partitions. 

Kings Suite at The Rembrandt, elegant meeting space for conferences and banquets.

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Elegant Kings Suite banquet hall with round tables, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Kings Suite meeting room with elegant decor, ideal for conferences and workshops.

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Dining

The Rembrandt

The Rembrandt - Kings Suite

Victorian Orient Express-themed suite with marble pillars and chandeliers, 2 minutes from Victoria Station. Seats 110 theatre-style. Day delegate packages from £75 per pe

Named after the famed Orient Express, the Orient Suite was aptly named after the train owing to its glamorous and spectacular atmosphere. Period pillars and fireplaces add to the glittering chandeliers to create a show-stopping space for any corporate event, conference, presentation or brand launch. 

Original stained windows let in plenty of natural daylight and air-conditioning ensures that you will enjoy your event in comfort.

Elegant meeting space in The Orient Suite, perfect for corporate seminars and events.

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Elegant meeting space in The Orient Suite, ideal for professional gatherings and presentations.

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Elegant Orient Suite at The Clermont Victoria, ideal for upscale corporate events and weddings.

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The Orient Suite

The Clermont Victoria

Grade I listed Georgian venue on Belgrave Square with private garden access, up to 100 reception capacity, from £1,850 full-day hire for quirky Chelsea conferences.

The Council Room is a beautifully presented, large historic room located on the ground floor of our Grade 1 listed building with direct access to a private outdoor terrace making it a good fit for all types of events.

Council Room in SCI Belgravia, elegant meeting space with decorative ceiling for events.

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Council Room in SCI Belgravia, elegant meeting space for presentations and discussions.

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Elegant dining room in SCI Belgravia, ideal for corporate events and private gatherings.

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Council Room in SCI Belgravia, elegant meeting space with round tables for events.

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Events

Council Room

SCI Belgravia

Grade II* listed 700-capacity theatre with award-winning AV and live-streaming facilities, ideal for quirky conferences in South Kensington, from £4,400 daily.

Our evenings lecture package includes exclusive use of our spacious Ondaatje Theatre with a fully integrated system for lectures, talks & film screenings, bespoke LED lighting to compliment your branding, and a digital desk with multiple options and capabilities. 
The nearby Map Room makes a stunning setting for an evening reception with large windows that look out over the garden terrace.

Ondaatje Theatre at Royal Geographical Society, modern auditorium for conferences and presentations.

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Ondaatje Theatre with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and lectures.

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Ondaatje Theatre with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Ondaatje Theatre at Royal Geographical Society, elegant meeting room for corporate events.

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Ondaatje Theatre with large windows, perfect for corporate events and social gatherings.

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Screenings

Ondaatje Theatre & Map Room

Royal Geographical Society

Art Deco cinema venue in South Kensington with 190-capacity theatre space, perfect for quirky conferences. From £840/hour with disabled access and expert tech support.

With a spacious and elegant Art Deco auditorium, 225 seats, a good-sized stage, a 4K DCI Digital Cinema Projector and an experienced team, Ciné Lumière is the ideal space for high profile events, from private screenings and press launches to conferences, corporate meetings and concerts. Combine your event with a party, or a cocktail reception in the adjoining spaces of Les Salons, the Listed Library or Le Foyer

Ciné Lumière auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and presentations.

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Ciné Lumière auditorium with blue seating, ideal for film screenings and events.

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Ciné Lumière auditorium with blue chairs, ideal for film screenings and events.

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Ciné Lumière auditorium with tiered seating for events and film screenings.

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Ciné Lumière

Institut français du Royaume-Uni

5,000-capacity blank canvas venue in Battersea Park, ideal for quirky conferences. Theatre-style for 3,500, breakout spaces, from £144 per person for conference packages.

Craft your dream summer celebration at Evolution London this year. 

Evolution London stands as a purposefully designed event venue, located within the exclusive surroundings of Grade II* listed Battersea Park. Positioned on a unique site, it provides a versatile blank canvas setting for AGMs, Team Building activities, Town Halls, Conferences and Parties.

With a 3,056m2 outdoor area, with a capacity of over 3,000 standing, the space can easily be adapted to accommodate different setups, such as outdoor stretch tents, BBQs, fire pits and festoon lighting. 

Aerial view of Evolution London, showcasing vibrant cityscape and lush park for summer events.

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Vibrant outdoor summer event at Evolution London with networking lounge seating.

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Modern event space in Evolution London with purple lighting for conferences and gatherings.

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Vibrant outdoor summer event at Evolution London with stylish tents and engaged attendees.

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Colorful balloon arch at Summer Events in Evolution London, inviting festive atmosphere.

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Summer Events

Evolution London

Chelsea museum foyer with suspended helicopter, ideal for quirky conferences up to 130 theatre-style. From £3,790 evening hire with museum gallery access included.

The Foyer offers a unique and alternative  space for your next meeting. Able to accommodate up to 120 in cabaret or theatre style, this is a fantastic space in which to host.

With a glazed facade on the east side overlooking Sir John Soane's Grade II listed stables, The Foyer offers a remarkable backdrop for business meetings and networking events. This inspirational environment will certainly motivate guests. 



Spacious Foyer at National Army Museum, ideal for events and meetings.

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Spacious Foyer at National Army Museum, ideal for networking events and exhibitions.

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Foyer

National Army Museum

Garden Room with Secret Garden access in Kensington hotel, up to 40 theatre-style. Unique indoor-outdoor conference space from £600 daily for quirky corporate events.

Ideal for small meetings. Natural daylight and access to the Secret Garden create an inspiring atmosphere at the Garden Room in DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington. This versatile space is perfect for intimate gatherings, brainstorming sessions, or team workshops. With modern amenities and a tranquil setting, your attendees will feel refreshed and engaged. Enjoy seamless connectivity and attentive service, ensuring your event runs smoothly. Elevate your business meetings in this unique venue, where productivity meets serenity.

Garden Room at DoubleTree London Kensington, featuring round tables for corporate meetings.

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Modern meeting room with wooden table, ideal for workshops at DoubleTree London Kensington.

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Garden Room

DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington

740-capacity grand hall at Imperial College London, ideal for quirky conferences. Retractable seating, state-of-the-art AV, wheelchair-accessible. From £7 per person dail

Great Hall at Sherfield Building, Imperial College London, is a versatile and grand space suitable for a wide range of events. With excellent acoustics, fantastic views, and a capacity for up to 200 guests, it is perfect for concerts, conferences, weddings, and more. The sophisticated ambiance, state-of-the-art facilities, and elegant setting make it a top choice for formal gatherings and special occasions.

Great Hall venue with soaring ceilings, ideal for conferences and elegant receptions.

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Great Hall event space with ornate architecture, ideal for conferences and ceremonies.

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Great Hall event space with red chairs, elegant chandeliers for conferences and ceremonies.

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Great Hall auditorium with blue chairs, perfect for conferences and presentations.

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Elegant banquet hall with festive decor, ideal for gala dinners and corporate events.

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Great Hall

Artist-designed conference rooms near Battersea Power Station with iconic views, flexible layouts for 25-250 delegates, from £65 per person including refreshments and AV.

Creative Room 1-3 based on the lower ground floor of art'otel London Battersea, and can be used with the private breakout space outside to creative the perfect creative space for your next event. 

The quirky cool space with unique art work lends itself perfectly to meetings, conferences, board meetings, workshops and training. 

Creative Room 1-3 at art'otel London, U-shaped table, ideal for meetings and brainstorming.

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Stylish meeting room with long table, pink walls, ideal for events and brainstorming.

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Event space in art'otel London with round tables, ideal for meetings and networking.

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Elegant event space with round tables in art'otel London Battersea Power Station.

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Stylish event space with round tables and pink walls at art'otel London Battersea.