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Barbican, London, is a prime location for modern conference venues, offering state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. These venues are designed to inspire creativity and facilitate seamless events, making them ideal for professionals organising corporate gatherings. Consider the ambiance, accessibility, and tech capabilities when selecting your next venue.

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

Discover modern conference venues in Barbican, London, with advanced facilities for a seamless corporate event experience.

Modern Conference Venues in Barbican

Modern Conference Venues

Explore Barbican's Frobisher Auditorium 1, a modern conference venue with advanced facilities for seamless corporate events.

Frobisher Auditorium 1 is located adjacent to the Frobisher Rooms, ensuring that both syndicate and catering areas are just a short walk away. Frobisher Auditorium 1 is the ideal venue for conferences, meetings and training days. On-site technical support is available. There is the ability to stage video conferencing and satellite links, offerings all the supplies needed to stage even the most demanding conferencing event. There are four simultaneous translation booths which include the service of a fully dedicated technician. There is full integrated stage lighting and sound rigs. 

Modern Frobisher Auditorium 1 with tiered seating for conferences and seminars.

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Frobisher Auditorium 1: modern event space with tiered seating for corporate conferences.

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Frobisher Auditorium 1, Barbican Centre: modern event space with tiered seating for presentations.

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Frobisher Auditorium 1 at Barbican Centre, ideal for panel discussions with blue lighting.

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Frobisher Auditorium 1 at Barbican Centre, modern event space for conferences and workshops.

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Theatre

Business

Frobisher Auditorium 1

London

Barbican Centre

Barbican Modern Conference Venue

Explore The City Centre in Barbican for modern conferences. Ideal for corporate events with top facilities and flexible layouts.

The City Model Conference Room sits alongside our famous City of London architectural model to provide two adjoining spaces for professional presentations, conferences, training days and corporate events with separate catering space. Fully flexible for a range of event layouts, hire also includes complimentary furniture, WiFi and AV. A range of seasonal menus from our in-house caterer guarantees smooth event planning and guest satisfaction.

Modern conference suite with black chairs and artistic mural for events and presentations.

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Modern conference suite with tables for group discussions, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Modern conference room with black chairs, ideal for workshops and seminars.

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Modern event space with city skyline model, ideal for corporate meetings and showcases.

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Modern conference suite with ergonomic chairs, ideal for meetings and events.

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Reception

City Model Conference Suite

The City Centre

Modern Conference Venues at The City Centre

Explore City Central at the HAC, a top modern conference venue in Barbican with versatile spaces and advanced facilities.

Main Rooms at City Central at the HAC offer versatile spaces suitable for a wide range of events, including seated lunches and dinners, standing receptions, BBQs, meetings, conferences, team building, and fun days. The rooms can accommodate varying capacities, making them ideal for both large and intimate gatherings. With modern facilities and a convenient location, Main Rooms provide a vibrant and dynamic setting for any event.

Elegant event space with twinkling lights, ideal for galas and celebrations.

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Elegant event space with vibrant centerpieces and twinkling lights for gala dinners.

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Elegant event space with chandeliers for Gatsby-themed gatherings in City Central.

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Gala event with panel discussion under starry ceiling at City Central, HAC.

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Main Rooms at City Central HAC with arranged chairs for conferences and presentations.

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Events

Main Rooms

City Central at the HAC

Modern Conference Venue at City Central

Explore London Conference Centre in Barbican for modern conference venues with advanced facilities. Ideal for corporate events.

Our Faculty Conference Room can accommodate a variety of purposes from board meetings to breakout rooms for groups up to 12. Located within the prestigious London Conference Centre, this versatile space is designed for seamless collaboration and productivity. With state-of-the-art hybrid functionality, your meetings can effortlessly integrate in-person and virtual attendees. Enjoy a professional atmosphere enhanced by advanced AV technology, ensuring every presentation is impactful. Conveniently situated near four tube stations, the Faculty Conference Room offers easy access to London’s vibrant business district, making it an ideal choice for corporate events. Elevate your meetings in a space that combines modern amenities with a prime location.

Modern conference room with large table and ergonomic chairs, ideal for meetings in London.

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Modern conference room with ergonomic chairs for effective meetings in London.

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Boardroom

Faculty Conference Room

London Conference Centre

Barbican Modern Conference Centre

Explore 24-26 Baltic St W, a modern conference venue in Barbican with flexible spaces for meetings and events. Ideal for professionals.

In the heart of Barbican, our venue offers flexible options for your event needs. Both rooms are around 250 sq. ft accommodating 15 to 40 people, complete with kitchen, shower facilities, natural light, and high-speed internet. With its blank canvas design, our versatile space adapts seamlessly to any occasion. Perfectly suited for meetings, seminars, conferences, training sessions, workshops, and board meetings.

Modern reception area in Meeting Room 1, ideal for professional events and meetings.

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Modern meeting room with large wooden table, ideal for presentations and brainstorming.

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Modern meeting room with large windows, perfect for events in urban venue Baltic St W.

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Bright meeting room with large windows, perfect for workshops and brainstorming sessions.

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Spacious kitchen area in Meeting Room 1, perfect for events and networking.

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Standing

Meeting Room 1 or 2

24-26 Baltic St W

Modern Conference Venue on Baltic St

Explore The Insurance Hall, a modern conference venue in Barbican with advanced facilities for seamless corporate events.

An impressive room by any standards. Spacious with plenty of natural daylight and full of impressive, iconic period features of oak panelling and magnificent stained-glass windows, detailing a history of insurance companies from the past. 

The Great Hall is perfect for conferences, presentations, meetings, lunches, dinners and AGMs. The space is fully equipped with an automated blackout system, lobby reception area, adjustable lighting, 13ft front projection screen and features a fixed stage and minstrel gallery.

Elegant Great Hall with wooden paneling, ideal for corporate meetings and social events.

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Great Hall in The Insurance Hall, elegant wooden paneling, ideal for corporate events.

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Great Hall in The Insurance Hall with elegant wooden paneling for corporate events.

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Panel discussion in The Great Hall on "Fuelling Ambition: Breaking Barriers" event.

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The Great Hall

The Insurance Hall

Modern Conference Venue - The Insurance Hall

Shift is a mid sized space, ideal for private meetings, product launches, planning sessions, breakouts, lounge space at a conference, training, presentations and workshops. 

This room is only available as part of a Full Venue Hire.

Versatile meeting space at CodeNode with modern seating for workshops and presentations.

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Versatile meeting room at CodeNode for workshops and training sessions with projector.

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Versatile meeting space at CodeNode with flexible seating for workshops and presentations.

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Shift

CodeNode

A versatile hall for large events, conferences, and receptions with dedicated AV support.

A show stopping space for your conference, our London Ellipse Hall can be branded to your bespoke specifications. The LED display can welcome your guests, thank your sponsors, and offer a truly unique opportunity to enhance your corporate profile.

With our Entrance Hall as a registration, catering, or workshop space, the London Ellipse Hall is yours to utilise to the highest extent.

Our dedicated AV team can provide all day support and run everything from presentations, hybrid, awards ceremonies, and across work conferencing. 

London Ellipse Hall event space with modern architecture, ideal for networking and meetings.

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Modern London Ellipse Hall with sleek design, ideal for conferences and exhibitions.

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"London Ellipse Hall conference with speaker, dynamic lighting, event management"

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London Ellipse Hall event space with modern seating, ideal for corporate conferences.

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London Ellipse Hall event space set up for a professional conference presentation.

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Elegant London Ellipse Hall set for a gala dinner with fine tableware and soft lighting.

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London Ellipse Hall event space with round tables for meetings and workshops.

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Networking event at London Ellipse Hall with round tables for collaboration.

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London Ellipse Hall event space set for Antony Gormley presentation, modern design, networking.

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London Ellipse Hall: modern event space for conferences and corporate gatherings.

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London Ellipse Hall: modern event space with ambient lighting for corporate gatherings.

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Modern London Ellipse Hall setup for corporate events with sleek stage and branding.

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Vibrant networking event at London Ellipse Hall with digital displays and diverse attendees.

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London Ellipse Hall event with speaker addressing engaged audience in modern corporate setting.

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London Ellipse Hall event setup with carwow 2024 branding and Olympic rings for a launch.

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London Ellipse Hall event space with stage, ideal for formal gatherings and networking.

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London Ellipse Hall set for a formal dinner, perfect for corporate events and seasonal celebrations.

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Corporate event at London Ellipse Hall with engaged audience and Tata Steel branding.

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London Ellipse Hall event space with vibrant attendees and modern architecture for networking.

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Modern London Ellipse Hall event space with elegant floral arrangements for networking.