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The Barbican area of Central London offers a fantastic selection of bars perfect for drinks events and receptions. Many of the bars here have a stylish, modern interior with excellent facilities, making them ideal for hosting corporate parties and networking events. Their central location also means they are easily accessible for guests travelling from across London.

From its early days as a Roman settlement, to its more recent role as a key financial district, the Barbican has always been an important part of London.

HISTORY

Whether you're interested in art, music, food, or history, the culture of the Barbican region in London is vibrant and diverse. 

CULTURE

The Barbican is home to a variety of cuisines, from traditional British dishes to international fare - take your pick!

FOOD & DRINKS

The Barbican area of London is a vibrant complex of residential buildings, artistic offerings and is a unique place to host events. The area has a rich history and, being in the heart of the City, is extremely well-connected, making it easy for guests to get around. 

There are also plenty of venue options to suit all event types and budgets. Whether you're looking for a large space for a conference or a smaller venue for a more intimate gathering, the iconic Barbican Centre (the largest performing arts centre in Europe) is an unbeatable choice, as is the nearby Museum of London. Plus, with plenty of other event spaces and casual hospitality offerings a stone’s throw away, your guests won’t have far to go to enjoy some post-event networking too. If you’re looking for accommodation for your guests to stumble back to after the day’s events are finished, there is also a variety of upmarket hotels nearby.

Barbican

The London Eye, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Marble Arch... need we say more?!

LANDMARKS

Whether you want to impress clients with French fare or marvellous mezze, London is no stranger to incredible food and drinks hotspots.

FOOD & DRINK

From cafes to conference centres, the sheer amount of venues in Central London means there is something for everyone!

VENUE VARIETY

Central London is a large area comprising the City of London and the innermost parts of 6 other boroughs, including Westminster, Southwark, Kensington & Chelsea, Islington, Camden and Lambeth. As this defined area stretches across many well populated and thriving cosmopolitan districts of the capital, it comes as no surprise that there is an endless stream of incredible event venues suitable for every kind of event, each with a unique cultural feel and offering. 

Whether you’re planning a conference, away day, dinner, awards ceremony, rooftop party or a simple team meeting, you’re sure to find the ideal venue in Central London. Plus with world-famous landmarks and iconic locations aplenty, your guests will always be impressed and entertained in equal measure! Central London has an abundance of train and tube stations connecting the areas, as well as buses, taxis, even boats! Plus, with countless hotels and accommodation offerings, out-of-town guests will have no shortage of convenient options.


Central London

Hire a stylish bar in the Barbican area of Central London for your next drinks reception, networking event or office party. Great transport links.

Bars in Barbican, Central London

Bars

A Grade I listed venue with Rocco style rooms and a secluded garden, ideal for fashion shows or filming projects.

A Central London venue with Rocco style rooms, stain-glass windows in the Livery Hall or secluded garden to add the outdoors,

Ideal for fashion shows seating 200 for a catwalk or as a backdrop for and photo shot or film project.  Close to St Paul's for those filming in and around London.

Ornate wooden wall at Exclusive Venue, Stationers' Hall for elegant events and gatherings.

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Elegant meeting room with wooden paneling at Stationers' Hall for conferences and banquets.

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

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Elegant meeting room at Stationers' Hall, perfect for corporate events and gatherings.

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Charming entrance of Exclusive Venue at Stationers' Hall for corporate events and meetings.

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Reception

Film and Photo

Exclusive Venue

London

Stationers' Hall and Garden

Flexible conference suites in a Brutalist arts centre, ideal for meetings and presentations.

The Frobisher rooms are ideal spaces for both smaller meetings and syndicate work, with 6 individual conference suites each seating up to 50 delegates in theatre style or 16 delegates in boardroom style. 
The suites are separated by removable sound proofed partitioning, allowing complete flexibility in combining these rooms to create larger flat floored spaces.
When all partitioning are removed 2 large rooms accommodating up to 170 delegates in theatre style or 100 in classroom style each are created. There is a built in projector screen and a LCD projector to make giving presentations easy. 

Modern gallery space in Frobisher Rooms, Barbican Centre for art exhibitions and events.

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Modern meeting room at Barbican Centre, ideal for workshops and conferences.

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Modern meeting room at Barbican Centre with U-shaped table for corporate events.

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Modern Frobisher Rooms at Barbican Centre, ideal for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Modern meeting room at Barbican Centre, ideal for events with natural light and presentation screen.

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Theatre

Business

Frobisher Rooms

Barbican Centre

A 100-capacity, low-lit venue with a bar, stage, and gold grand piano. Ideal for parties and weddings.

A boutique venue perfect for that slightly unique event, party or wedding! Moments away from Barbican tube station and walking distance from Farringdon train station. 

100 capacity with full sound system and fully licensed bar. 

Our signature gold grand piano is available to use, with our own in house piano/vocalists if required. + DJ's. 

Onsite wedding co-ordinator as part of our packages. 

Moments away from St. Bartholomew the great (as featured in Four Wedding's and a funeral!). You also have the opportunity to create your own signature cocktail with our highly trained bar staff! 



Stylish event space in Piano Smithfield with plush red seating for upscale gatherings.

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Elegant grand piano stage at Whole Venue, ideal for live performances and upscale events.

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Stylish event space in Piano Smithfield, ideal for cocktail parties and private gatherings.

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Vibrant event space at Piano Smithfield with stylish decor for networking and entertainment.

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Stylish bar venue in Piano Smithfield for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Cabaret

Weddings

Whole Venue

Piano Smithfield

A versatile event space with a DJ booth and bar in a renowned central London music venue.

Room 2 is the second largest space available for hire in fabric. It has its own dedicated entry from street level and a raised DJ booth and bar. There are 3 stages, meaning this space lends itself well to presentations and corporate events as well as private parties

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Events

Room 2

Fabric

An elegant live music bar and restaurant in central London, perfect for dining and entertainment.

At The Trading House, the Live Music Bar and Restaurant offers a unique experience with live music performances every weekday evening. The venue provides a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere for guests to unwind while listening to talented musicians and DJs. The entertainment is carefully selected to cater to various tastes, including contemporary covers and instrumental performances. With performances starting between 6pm and 7pm, guests can enjoy dining or drinks with friends and colleagues. The Live Music Bar and Restaurant is becoming known as one of the best live music bars in London.

Elegant live music bar with rich wood paneling, ideal for upscale events and gatherings.

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Elegant bar setting in Live Music Bar, perfect for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Live music bar with rich wood interiors, ideal for upscale events and gatherings.

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Live music bar with elegant wooden paneling, ideal for corporate events and receptions.

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Live music bar with elegant decor, ideal for networking events and gatherings.

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