Unusual Venues in London
Search and explore the best event venues in London, from museums to speakeasy bars. These unusual venues are set to impress for every occasion.
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On the hunt for an unusual event venue for hire? Our Venue Expert team has trodden many a city pavement, tracking down a multitude of secret spaces to create the largest venue resource in town. People are increasingly looking for a venue with the 'wow-factor' and we understand the need to impress whether for corporate events and conferences or an exclusive party. London is full of amazing iconic buildings that are available for private hire, from historic palaces steeped in history, to sporting venues, arenas, galleries and museums...the list goes on.
We've chosen a few of the best from the huge selection from across the city to guide your search. If you like the look of one (or more), just enquire directly through Hire Space. If you need more guidance, our Venue Experts can help too, they'll take your brief and handpick venues that perfectly suit your requirements, with best prices negotiated, and all for free. Pulling off a unique, memorable event has never been easier, so get in touch to kick off your search today.
West India QuayLondon Museum Docklands
From £2,500400The Muscovado Hall is the museum entrance during the day however can be transformed to provide a stunning backdrop for evening events. With exposed columns and oak wood floors an in-built bar can be erected, making it ideal for dinners and receptions. The whole ground floor can be hired for large receptions up to 400 people.
HammersmithEventim Apollo, Hammersmith
From £20,0003,311The Apollo is known the world over for hosting live events for the biggest musicians and comedians in history. Our removable, split level flat floor means we can now also hold corporate events, gala dinners, award ceremonies, fashion events, weddings, product launches, film premiers, private parties and more. Our newly restored art deco venue never fails to impress and our stunning foyer bars can cater for drinks receptions before or after the main event in our spectacular auditorium. This is an exclusive corporate event space and the venue is never shared.
- City of London
The Brewery
From £155900As one of the oldest and most spacious venues in London, the Porter Tun is a stunning space perfect for large events such as conferences, awards evenings, exhibitions and fashion shows. Features include an exposed King Post timber roof giving a span of 60ft above a 778 square metre antique wooden floor, along with a large raised balcony ideal for a presentation platform or reception area. This space is fully air controlled and has natural daylight. The Malt Room can be booked as a green room.
See venue - Leicester Square
ODEON LUXE Leicester Square
From £8,000794This Superb venue offers a sense of glamour, with 794 seats it the perfect venue for any corporate event or larger business presentation. With luxury theatre and stadium seating this famous venue is perfect for any award ceremonies screenings captivating conferences that crave a touch of glamour.
See venue - West End
No.11 Cavendish Square
From £95400This modern conference space can hold up to 280 Theatre or 150 Cabaret and can be re-configured in many ways – providing you with the freedom to design your conference, event, awards ceremony or product launch to your own specifications. The Burdett Suite includes the Orangery and Courtyard, perfect for networking, catering and exhibitors. A private registration area, cloakroom and greenroom. The tranquil courtyard offers guests a space to relax and gather their thoughts. The spaces includes the latest AV technology, digital signage along with built in LED lighting perfect for branding.
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London Museum Spaces
From £7,500600The hall features state of the art technology, including London's only 360° digital ellipse and plasma screen which can display bespoke designs to complement and enhance your special event. Guests have access to wait staff who will ensure that your birthday party, reception, award ceremony, corporate event or special function is an inevitable success. The London Ellipse Hall and Entrance Hall can be hired together to host up to 1000 guests.
See venue - Shoreditch
Village Underground
From £8,500680Village Underground offers a versatile setting ideal for a wide range of business events, including meetings, creative workshops, and conferences. Additionally, it provides the perfect backdrop for drinks receptions, corporate gatherings, award shows and larger networking events. Adaptable, unique and centrally located, the venue is flooded with natural daylight and features state-of-the-art inhouse AV to yet enhance your event further. The inhouse team have decades of experience and are on hand to create your next corporate event within the venue.
See venue - Covent Garden
Icetank
From £2,339120Icetank is a hidden gem nestled in a stunning Edwardian mansion in Covent Garden. This contemporary, blank, white space is perfect for product launches, pop-ups, exhibitions, and exclusive receptions and meetings. The space boasts high-tech AV technology including PA system and sophisticated RGB lighting. Features include large floor-to-ceiling windows ideal for branding, a cloakroom, two restrooms, two kitchens, a large ground floor event space, and a lower basement space. Located in London's bustling West End theatreland, Icetank stands out as the only venue of its kind in this area.
See venue - London
F1 Arcade
From £4,90090The Briefing Room is great for group sizes of 30-90. Its the perfect space to hold meetings, corporate events, birthdays and team building activities. The room comes with 8 Racing Simulators, private Bar and with a Casual lounge seating and dining space which is ideal for networking events. High table seating suitable for small meetings, 85" inch screen, with presentation and AV Facilities, Which is great for holding meetings and presentation.
See venue - Bankside
The Art Academy
From £2,000150The Artist's Gallery, a beautifully designed space located on the ground floor of the Art Academy's Bankside Camus, combines functionality with art school charm to create an inspiring venue for a variety of events. Its light and airy atmosphere, coupled with professional-grade amenities, makes it perfect for both business and creative gatherings. The space can host up to 100-120 guests standing and seated 80 to 100 guests. Capacity and Uses - Drinks Receptions - Talks and Conferences - Creative Sessions - Product Launches - Exhibitions
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