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.
Unusual Venues In London Ideas
- Hackney Wick
Studio 9294
From £2,500 per person55090 Hideout (formerly Studio92) is the themed room where all parties come to life. This magical space changes decor every six months and is complemented by a covered and heated terrace overlooking the canal. The space is perfect for pop-up events, brand launches, Christmas, summer parties, wedding receptions and private celebrations. The space features a private entrance, private bar, toilets and a state-of-the-art sound&light equipment that will boost any type of event.
- Holborn
The Bloomsbury Ballroom
From £8,000550Flexible event spaces all adorned in Art Deco theming. Ideal for corporate events, award ceremonies, weddings, product launches and live music events.
- East Finchely
The Engine Rooms
From £3,000160Smart, minimal and sleek, The V12 Room is the larger of the two adjoining spaces. This room is perfect for conferences, panel discussions, meetings and much more. Our capacity for theatre style conferences is over 130 people. We work with production teams that can source all the AV production for your event. The rooms can accommodate a variety of layouts such as theatre, classroom, U-shape and cabaret.
See venue - Waterloo
Southbank Centre
From £15,0001,000The Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer is a large flexible space with a standing capacity for up to 950 people. Glass panelling bathes the spacious foyer with natural light while concrete walls and marble floors adding to the brutalist aesthetic. The space is particularly suited for award dinners, large receptions and exhibition stalls, boasting an outside terrace with fabulous river views.
See venue - City
The Steel Yard
From £2,500450Our three Arches combine to create a flexible event space for over 800 people to move seamlessly around the venue, with the spaces being reset as the day or evening activities evolve. Our largest area, Arch 1 features a flexible staging solution, extensive lighting, audio and AV fixtures, powerful WIFI and a scalable LED video wall display. Arches 2 & 3 host our main and VIP bar areas, allowing for a private entrance if required. Our mezzanine floor can be used as a cloakroom or a professional kitchen for catered events, set-up with extractor fans.
See venue - North Greenwich
indigo at The O2
From £19,5001,597indigo at The O2 stands as one of London's most sought-after corporate event spaces, offering unparalleled flexibility and sophistication. Whether you're planning a conference, workshop, training session, meeting, or seminar, our versatile venue with is built-in main stage, in-house AV, and VIP lounge is perfectly equipped to meet your needs. By choosing to host your event under the world-famous roof of The O2, you gain access to unique branding and digital media opportunities, ensuring a truly world-class experience for your corporate or private event.
See venue - Hammersmith
Eventim 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.
See venue - City
Searcys at the Gherkin
From £90260A proud celebration of British produce in one of London's finest landmarks, the bespoke catering menus put seasonal and local produce centre stage. Searcys' expertise in exquisite Champagne, English sparkling wine and cocktails, alongside unrivalled city views, make every event at The Gherkin a celebration.
See venue - Shoreditch
Colours Hoxton
From £1,000200Our live room is perfect for conferences and performances, featuring a built-in, raised stage, fully stocked bar, stage lighting and high quality PA system. The space can accommodate up to 100 seated theatre style. Will capabilities to include a screen & projector, microphones and mic stands, the space lends itself well to presentations, panel talks, awards ceremonies, training sessions & workshops, Christmas parties that would like to include some live entertainment, conferences, cabaret shows, the list goes on!
See venue - Bank
Puttshack Bank
From £47650Are you looking for the perfect venue for you Christmas conference or seminar? Puttshack Bank is the place to be! The venue boasts three bars, semi-private areas and two flexible meeting rooms easily adaptable to both theatre and boardroom layout. Also need AV equipment for your meeting or presentation? We've got you covered with our two large plasma screens, projector, DJ booth and microphones, all available upon request.
See venue - Westminster
116 Pall Mall
From £119 per person350Whether you're looking to host a private dinner or a show-stopping celebrations with friends, family, or colleagues, our Christmas function packages have got you covered. 116 Pall Mall's regency glamour and sparkling chandeliers are paired with delicious Searcys food and cocktails, immersing your guests in a classic festival experience for a truly unforgettable holiday season. Start your evening with a glass of Champagne, a non-alcoholic glass of fizz or a warming winter cocktail and take in the glorious surroundings of our magnificent venue.
See venue - City of London
The Brewery
From £125 per person1,600Every year we go all out to create an unforgettable Christmas experience for our guests that will leave them buzzing with excitement. 2024 will be no different with The Electric Flamingo, Lounge and Social Club. Step into a time machine and immerse yourself in the electric atmosphere of 1980s Miami. As usual, our package exclusive room hire, themed venue design, entertainer, 45 min sparkling cocktail reception, 5.5hrs of unlimited house beer wine & soft drinks, 3 course meal with coffee and petits fours or standing menu, table centre displays, DJ, cloakroom and full event guidance.
See venue - Bloomsbury
BMA House
From £99 per person320Whether you're looking to host a show-stopping 200 guest dinner, or organise a glittering drinks reception for 50, you'll be able to take your pick of our stunning rooms. From the vast, arched windows of the Paget room to the Corinthian columns of the Great Hall, each space is unique, versatile & full of charm. Our environmental ethos underpins everything we do at BMA House. Proud holders of a GOLD green Tourism Award, and most recently achieved a Platinum ECOsmart Accreditation with Greengage. you can rest assured we'll throw you a Christmas party that is as sustainable as it is magical.
See venue - West End
RSA House
From £166 per person220Located on the Strand, RSA House is one of London's most iconic Christmas venues, offering 11 unique event spaces across four floors. Built in 1774, RSA House seamlessly blends Georgian design with modern facilities, and is unparalleled in its versatility, with options to suit Christmas parties large and small. From Lavish festive dinners with friends and family, to corporate drinks receptions, the team are on hand to cater to your every request.
See venue - Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar St James
From £20,000180Christmas time at The Trafalgar St. James is the most wonderful time of the year; from Christmas celebrations with work colleagues to quality time with family and friends, it's the ideal place to spend the festive period in London. We are delighted to offer a selection of carefully curated menus and inspire you with the ultimate celebration packages with the help of our insightful events team. Enjoy skyline views of Central London from our iconic Rooftop Bar or wine and dine in our botanical garden oasis, Rockwell.
See venue - Chelsea
National Army Museum
From £85 per person400Whether looking for a shared Christmas party experience, or wanting to exclusively book one of our unique spaces; celebrate the festive season in style, with a range of packages to choose from to make planning simple. Our versatile spaces include a large, light-filled foyer, connected to our atrium, with our Lynx Helicopter, dramatically suspended from the ceiling. For those needing more space, you can extend into our cafe, with floor to ceiling windows, overlooking Royal Hospital Road.
See venue - Piccadilly Circus/Charing Cross
{10-11} Carlton House Terrace
From £111 per person200If you're looking for a central London venue with period elegance to host your festive celebrations this Christmas, then {10-11} Carlton House Terrace is the perfect setting. Working with exceptional suppliers, choose from lunch, dinner, reception or party packages, designed to take the stress out of planning your office Christmas Party and give your guests a true taste of Christmas cheer. Whether you are looking for a space for an intimate gathering of 30 or a large reception for 200, our rooms offer huge flexibility. We look forward to celebrating with you this Christmas.
See venue - Kensington
Leighton House
From £4,080150Host your Christmas or holiday dinner at the unique venue that is Leighton House. Start your evening with drinks ready on arrival and invite your guests to explore the gorgeous rooms of Victorian artist Fredric Leighton's home. Arrange a tour for your guests if you would like. For dinners of up to 18 guests, you and your guests can have the opportunity to dine in the dining room at Leighton's original dining table. For dinners up to 60 guests, you can dine in the Artist studio where Leighton created his most famous pieces.
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