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Greater London boasts a diverse array of reception venues, perfect for hosting memorable corporate events. From sleek, modern spaces to historic settings, these venues cater to a range of styles and preferences, ensuring a fitting backdrop for any professional gathering. Considerations like location, capacity, and amenities are key when selecting the ideal venue for your event.

Easily whisk guests to events via the Night Tube, ideal for post-conference networking. Iconic black cabs offer door-to-door service, perfect for VIP arrivals.

TRANSPORT

Experience London's vibrant nightlife with venues like the legendary Ministry of Sound, or enjoy live performances at the O2 Academy Brixton. Host events amidst Soho's bustling bars and clubs, pulsing with cultural beats.

NIGHTLIFE

London's music scene thrives with venues like the Royal Albert Hall and Abbey Road Studios, steeped in pop culture history. Host your event where legends recorded, and the symphonies resonate.

MUSIC

Greater London stands as a premier destination for hosting events, with an extensive network of venues to suit every occasion. The capital is home to iconic landmarks such as the historic Tower of London and the modern marvel that is The Shard, offering unique backdrops for any gathering. With the River Thames meandering through, riverboat venues provide a moving panorama for meetings and celebrations alike.

Transport links in London are among the best in the world, with five major airports, including Heathrow, the second busiest airport globally, ensuring international accessibility. The London Underground, a comprehensive rail network, and the red double-decker buses make navigating the city both simple and efficient for event attendees.

For large-scale conferences, the ExCeL London in the Docklands area boasts a waterfront setting with ample space and state-of-the-art facilities. Meanwhile, smaller, more intimate venues like the historic Guildhall offer a sense of London's past for private meetings and dinners.

London's accommodation options are vast, ranging from luxury hotels like The Savoy to budget-friendly lodgings, all providing comfortable stays for guests. Catering to the tech-savvy, many venues are equipped with cutting-edge technology, ensuring seamless presentations and connectivity.

With a commitment to sustainability, London also offers venues like The Crystal, one of the world's most sustainable buildings, for environmentally conscious events. Whether for business or celebration, London provides a memorable setting with the convenience and amenities to ensure a successful event.

Greater London

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

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

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

United Kingdom

Discover top Reception Venues in Greater London for corporate events. Find the perfect setting for a professional and memorable gathering.

Reception Venues in Greater London

Reception Venues

400-capacity museum reception space with 360° digital ellipse, 2 mins from Barbican station. Ideal for corporate receptions. From £54 per person for day delegate packages

The Entrance Hall can be used as a welcome and catering space for your conference as well as a multi purpose break out space.

The Entrance Hall is also the perfect location for a unique drinks reception or refreshment area for a party or corporate event. It is an enchanting space where guests can enjoy drinks and canapés from professional and welcoming hosts. 

The Entrance Hall is often hired with the London Ellipse Hall and can host celebration events, awards ceremonies, product launches and a host of conference set ups.


Elegant brass ensemble in London Museum Spaces for upscale outdoor events.

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Networking event in London Museum Spaces with modern decor and lively interactions.

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Entrance Hall in London Museum Spaces, featuring round tables for meetings and receptions.

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Entrance Hall at London Museum Spaces, modern venue with round tables for corporate events.

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Spacious London Museum Entrance Hall with natural light, ideal for events and meetings.

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London Museum Spaces

London Museum Spaces - Entrance Hall

Grade I listed venue near St Paul's with 450-capacity reception space, stained glass windows, private garden, and exclusive hire from £105 per person based on recent quot

One of London's last remaining Livery Halls, Stationers' Hall was completed in 1673.  The Hall comprises a suite of characterful, interlinking rooms, along with a Garden, that combine to make the perfect events and conference venue. 

The Livery Hall is the largest space and has opulent stained glass windows which give an impressive ambience. The Court Room is fabulously elegant and ideal for breakout sessions. 

The Stock Room joins the two larger spaces and is often used for dancing or drinks.

The secluded Garden with its' huge plane tree is an ideal location for a summer event.

Charming outdoor venue at Stationers' Hall, perfect for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Exclusive Venue at Stationers' Hall: elegant event space for conferences and seminars.

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Elegant event space in Stationers' Hall with chandeliers, perfect for upscale receptions.

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Serene outdoor venue at Stationers' Hall, perfect for events and gatherings.

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Elegant Stationers' Hall venue with wooden paneling for conferences and formal gatherings.

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Exclusive Venue

Stationers' Hall and Garden

Historic City of London venue with 300-capacity Livery Hall featuring Corinthian columns and chandeliers, ideal for corporate receptions from £8,000 exclusive hire.

A magnificently proportionate room with Corinthian columns of scagliola and richly decorated moulded ceiling. 

The Livery Hall is an awe-inspiring space for grand dinners, receptions or conferences with the wow factor. Lit by impressive stained-glass windows and four English glass chandeliers, one of the delights of attending an evening event is to see the crystal facets twinkling in the candlelight. 

Elegant banquet hall at Goldsmiths' Hall, perfect for formal dinners and gala receptions.

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Livery Hall at Goldsmiths' Hall, elegant event space with chandeliers for formal gatherings.

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Elegant banquet hall with chandeliers, perfect for corporate events and formal dinners.

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Grand staircase in The Livery Hall, Goldsmiths' Hall, ideal for gala dinners and receptions.

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Livery Hall staircase with marble finishes, ideal for weddings and galas.

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The Livery Hall

Goldsmiths' Hall

450-capacity pillar-free ballroom near Heathrow with runway views, ideal for corporate receptions. Day delegate rates from £58 per person including catering.

Our venue can accommodate exhibitions at the hotel, making the Wessex Ballroom at Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel an exceptional choice for your next event. This spacious, pillar-free ballroom is one of the area's premier conference venues, capable of hosting up to 400 guests. With on-site parking and 16 versatile meeting rooms, we cater to a variety of events, from corporate conferences to Asian weddings. Enjoy seamless Wi-Fi access and a stunning view of the runway, enhancing your experience. Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring your event runs smoothly, while our on-site dining options, including the Market Garden Restaurant and Bar Eleven, provide delightful culinary experiences. Located just a short ride from central London and Windsor, the Wessex Ballroom is perfectly positioned for both local and international guests. Elevate your event with us today!

Wessex Ballroom at Renaissance London Heathrow, elegant banquet setup for corporate events.

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Wessex Ballroom at Renaissance London Heathrow with BMWs, ideal for luxury events.

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Wessex Ballroom at Renaissance London Heathrow, elegant event space for conferences and banquets.

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Wessex Ballroom banquet setup at Renaissance London Heathrow for events and conferences.

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Wessex Ballroom

Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel

Historic Tudor hall near Holborn station, ideal for corporate receptions up to 200 guests, from £2,700 venue hire plus £83pp minimum spend.

The Old Hall is a wonderful example of beautifully maintained Tudor architecture and has many notable features including the wooden screen at the south end designed by Inigo Jones, and Hogarth’s painting of 'Paul before Felix' on the North wall. 
It creates a desirable setting ideal for receptions for up to 200 guests, seated lunches and dinners for up to 120 guests, and conferences, lectures, meetings, seminars and ceremonies for up to 130 guests. 

Old Hall at Lincoln's Inn, ornate wood paneling, ideal for formal events and conferences.

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Historic Old Hall at Lincoln's Inn, ideal for elegant meetings and events.

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Elegant dining hall in Old Hall, Lincoln's Inn, perfect for formal events and gatherings.

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Elegant dining setup in historic Old Hall, Lincoln's Inn for formal events.

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Old Hall

Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn

Historic 120-capacity reception venue with exposed timber beams, built-in LED lighting, and integrated AV. Christmas packages from £155pp, day hire from £5,200.

The Sugar Rooms, where the brewing sugar was stored, have natural daylight through elegant feature Georgian windows that overlook the courtyard. The rooms can host up to 100 guests for a standing reception. The lower Sugar Room is often used as a reception area and the upper sugar Room as the main meeting space. Both can be used as separate breakout spaces for larger events or together as more flowing space for networking. There is solid oak flooring in both rooms and exposed wooden beams in the upper Sugar Room. 

Elegant gala event space with bold drapery and dynamic lighting at The Sugar Rooms.

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Elegant event space at The Sugar Rooms with celestial decor for networking and gatherings.

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Elegant event space with white furniture and blue lighting, ideal for upscale gatherings.

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Vibrant British-themed event space with bold seating, ideal for gatherings and parties.

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Vibrant event space with colorful lanterns, perfect for celebrations and corporate gatherings.

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The Sugar Rooms

The Brewery

Elegant City venue near Bank station accommodating 300 reception guests. Full venue hire from £6,000 minimum spend, featuring natural light and projector facilities.

The Otherist makes an ideal reception venue for those after a chic city wedding. With it's recently updated decor the venue has a feeling of luxury and elegance as soon you as walk through the door.   The main space is large and open making it versatile and able to accommodate different style of service with ease.

Stylish bar area in The Otherist, ideal for networking events and casual meetings.

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Stylish restaurant interior with cozy seating, ideal for intimate gatherings and corporate events.

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Stylish meeting space with comfortable seating for creative gatherings and networking events.

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Stylish venue "The Otherist" with modern decor for intimate meetings and events.

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The Otherist

Historic Westminster gallery with Victorian spaces for corporate receptions up to 200 guests, 2 mins from Leicester Square, from £55 per person.

The stunning layout of the Victorian Galleries offers a unique and impressive chance to host a reception or dinner amongst an array of exciting individuals from the period. 

Standing capacity - 200 
Seated capacity - 120


Victorian Galleries at National Portrait Gallery, elegant lighting for art exhibitions and events.

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Victorian Galleries at National Portrait Gallery, elegant space for upscale events and exhibitions.

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Elegant banquet table with floral centerpieces in Victorian Galleries, perfect for gala events.

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Victorian Galleries at National Portrait Gallery, elegant event space for receptions and exhibitions.

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Elegant dining table in Victorian Galleries for a formal gala event.

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Victorian Galleries

National Portrait Gallery

Historic City of London venue with 175-capacity Cloisters reception space, natural light, garden views, from £65pp for corporate receptions near Bank station.

The Cloisters is a bright and airy reception space that is ideal when used in conjunction with other spaces at Merchant Taylors' as a breakout space for larger events or ideal when used as a standalone space for drinks receptions or networking events. 

Pair with the neighbouring outdoor space of the Courtyard Garden for a great combination of a luxurious outdoor space with a casual and refreshing and relaxing outside reception. 

Cloisters courtyard with fountain, ideal for networking events and gatherings.

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Networking event at The Cloisters, Merchant Taylors' Hall with elegant arches and exhibitor booths.

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The Cloisters

Merchant Taylors' Hall 

Glamorous King's Cross martini lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, ideal for corporate receptions. Accommodates 120 standing guests from £300-400 per hour.

Already a favourite for film and photo shoots, this glamorous space features floor to ceiling windows which provide abundant natural daylight for daytime shoots, before the mood becomes moodier and more seductive by night.

Stylish intimate venue with warm lighting for networking events and gatherings.

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Stylish bar venue in Anthracite for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Anthracite

Prestigious Euston venue with 300-seat auditorium and rooftop terrace, ideal for corporate receptions. Day delegate rates from £95, 2 minutes from Euston Station.

Our Penthouse State Rooms are a grand setting for a ceremony, wedding breakfast or a reception for up to 230 guests. The ambience and stunning decorative lighting in the rooms give a sense of occasion and WOW factor that will be remembered by all guests. 

The adjoining Rooftop terrace offers the most beautiful of backdrops overlooking London and is a wonderful area for photos of moments you want to treasure. 

Elegant wedding banquet hall with floral centerpieces at 30 Euston Square.

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Weddings in elegant Penthouse State Rooms with floral arrangements and natural light.

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Weddings in elegant Penthouse State Rooms with chandeliers and floral arrangements.

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Couple embracing in doorway at elegant wedding in Penthouse State Rooms, 30 Euston Square.

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Elegant wedding banquet table with floral centerpieces at 30 Euston Square.

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Weddings in the Penthouse State Rooms

30 Euston Square

Modern Bloomsbury conference centre with 300-capacity foyer, 3 mins from Tottenham Court Road, ideal for corporate receptions from £108 per person including catering.

The spacious Foyer is ideal for events in central London for a large influx of delegates, exhibitions or as a catering space for events in Congress Hall. It can also be booked separately for receptions. When booking Congress Hall, the foyer space is included.

Located on the Lower Ground Floor alongside Congress Hall, the Foyer features a dedicated reception area and 103" plasma screen, cloakroom, toilet facilities, and natural daylight. Large windows flood the foyer with natural light.

The foyer can also be decorated with vinyl wrap and extensive signage to display your brand to guests. 

Modern congress center foyer with illuminated desk and vibrant orange accents.

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Modern congress center foyer with well-lit staircase, ideal for conferences and events.

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Modern Congress Centre foyer with sleek staircase, ideal for networking events and workshops.

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Modern lounge area in Congress Centre, ideal for networking and informal meetings.

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Modern foyer in Congress Centre with spacious lobby for networking and events.

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Congress Centre

Historic Nelson Chamber in iconic St. Paul's Cathedral, ideal for corporate receptions up to 250 guests, includes private cathedral tour, from £6,500 based on recent quot

Eight Pillars encircle the tomb of Admiral Lord Nelson, which stands proudly as the focal point of the Chamber.

 With he mosaic floor and vaulted ceiling the Nelson Chamber is an elegant space in which to hold a drinks reception.

Nelson Chamber in St. Paul's Cathedral, elegant event space for corporate gatherings.

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Nelson Chamber in St. Paul's Cathedral: elegant arches, ideal for upscale events and receptions.

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Nelson Chamber in St. Paul's Cathedral, elegant event space with dramatic lighting and projections.

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Nelson Chamber in St. Paul's Cathedral: elegant event space for upscale receptions and meetings.

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Nelson Chamber

St. Paul's Cathedral

250-capacity riverside foyer with floor-to-ceiling windows, ideal for corporate receptions. 2 mins from London Bridge station. From £2,250 daily hire plus catering.

Reception drinks or buffet area, the Tower Foyer at Hilton London Tower Bridge is the perfect setting for your next event. Bathed in natural light from its impressive ceiling-to-floor windows, this versatile space offers a stylish backdrop for gatherings of all kinds. Located just a minute from London Bridge station, it provides easy access to iconic attractions like Tower Bridge and Borough Market. With air conditioning, a smoke-free environment, and wheelchair accessibility, the Tower Foyer ensures comfort for all your guests. Enhance your event with on-site dining options and the vibrant TwoRuba Bar, making it an ideal choice for both casual receptions and formal gatherings. Whether hosting a corporate event or a celebratory buffet, the Tower Foyer promises an unforgettable experience in the heart of London.