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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

200-capacity modern Livery Hall in West Smithfield with high vaulted ceilings, oak panelling, state-of-the-art technology. From £116 per person for conferences.

Livery Hall is an impressive space located within Haberdashers' Hall, featuring oak panelled walls and high vaulted ceilings that create a stunning atmosphere for various events. This versatile venue is ideal for conferences, dinners, and receptions, making it a perfect choice for both corporate and private gatherings. The hall offers views of the internal courtyard, enhancing the overall experience. Additionally, the space can be exclusively hired, allowing for a personalized event setting. With the flexibility of three additional rooms on the same floor, Livery Hall can accommodate break-out sessions or green rooms, making it suitable for a wide range of events.

Livery Hall at Haberdashers' Hall: elegant event space for corporate meetings and celebrations.

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Livery Hall at Haberdashers' Hall, elegant event space for corporate gatherings and banquets.

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Elegant banquet hall with floral centerpieces, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant banquet hall with round tables, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Livery Hall

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Haberdashers' Hall

90-capacity tech-focused conference room in Barbican's Tech City with dual projectors, flexible layouts, and direct ESCape breakout access from £15,000 daily.

Nestled between ALT and BACKSPACE, our SHIFT room can accommodate  up to 80 attendees in theatre setup. The room comes equipped with a projector. 

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

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CodeNode

CodeNode Shift

129-capacity modern conference venue in City's financial district, ideal for corporate events with advanced AV technology, from £2,500 half-day hire.

The Forum is a highly adaptable space that is flexible enough to meet you requirements. The neutral design and variety of seating possibilities allows for many different events and set-ups. The Forum can be transformed into a theatre, a boardroom, a dining or meeting space, an exhibition area or just an area to circulate and network. 

Modern conference room at London Stock Exchange, ideal for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Modern conference room at London Stock Exchange, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

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Modern meeting room at London Stock Exchange, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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Elegant event space at London Stock Exchange with green linens, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Forum

London Stock Exchange Group

Historic 778sqm Porter Tun hosts 900 theatre-style, ideal for modern conferences. 3 mins from Barbican station. Day delegate rates from £125pp including AV, catering.

The Porter Tun is one of the largest and oldest unobstructed event spaces in London. An exposed King Post timber roof giving a clear span of 60ft above a 778 square metre antique wooden floor makes it a perfect location for conferences, awards dinners, fashion shows and exhibitions. The large raised balcony is ideal for a reception area or presentation platform. The Malt Room is able to be booked as a green room. 

Vibrant event space at The Porter Tun, ideal for corporate conferences and gatherings.

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Elegant event space at The Porter Tun for HR Excellence Awards 2024 with vibrant decor.

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Dynamic runway event at The Porter Tun with performer in eye-catching costume.

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Event space at The Porter Tun with spacious seating and large screens for presentations.

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Vibrant event space at The Porter Tun with lush greenery for themed gatherings.

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Reception

The Porter Tun 

The Brewery

Grade I listed 1673 venue near St Paul's with theatre-style capacity for 200, stained glass windows, private garden, from £105pp for conferences.

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.

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

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

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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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Film and Photo

Exclusive Venue

Stationers' Hall and Garden

Historic Barbican conference venue with 400-capacity Great Hall, modern AV facilities, 2 mins from Moorgate station, from £114pp day delegate rate.

The meeting rooms at One Moorgate Place offer versatile options for all types of business events. With eight rooms available, we can accommodate everything from one-on-one meetings to large-scale gatherings. Some rooms can be combined to host up to 50 guests, perfect for seminars, team-building sessions, or market research. 

Each room is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including Wi-Fi, video conferencing, satellite TV, and presentation screens, ensuring a seamless experience. Catering is also available in all rooms.

Modern conference room at One Moorgate Place with ergonomic chairs and elegant lighting.

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Modern meeting room at One Moorgate Place with sleek furniture for professional events.

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Modern meeting room at One Moorgate Place, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

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Modern conference room at One Moorgate Place, ideal for professional meetings and presentations.

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Meeting room at One Moorgate Place with modern seating and elegant lighting for professional events.

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Meeting rooms

One Moorgate Place

151-capacity raked auditorium in iconic Brutalist arts centre, ideal for modern conferences. 2 mins from Barbican station with integrated AV, stage lighting, dedicated te

Frobisher Auditorium 2 comes complete with full technical support, lighting, sound, and presentation facilities. The raked seating makes for excellent sight lines and are complete with retractable writing tablets. For groups of 80 or more, Frobisher Auditorium 2 may be a suitable alternative to the conference suites. Frobisher Auditorium 2 is located on the Frobisher floor adjacent to 6 individual Frobisher rooms, a dedicated boardroom and our stunning catering areas. The auditorium has a dedicated technician and facilities for video and data projection. 

Modern Frobisher Auditorium 2 with tiered seating for conferences and presentations.

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Frobisher Auditorium 2: modern event space with tiered seating for corporate meetings.

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Frobisher Auditorium 2: modern event space with tiered seating for presentations and discussions.

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Frobisher Auditorium 2: cozy event space with comfortable seating for presentations.

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Frobisher Auditorium 2: modern venue with tiered seating for corporate events and discussions.

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Frobisher Auditorium 2

Barbican Centre

Barbican Centre - Frobisher Auditorium 2

Modern Barbican conference venue with natural light, AV equipment, up to 84 theatre-style or 120 reception capacity, from £68 per delegate including catering.

The quiet and tranquil Livery Hall on the lower ground floor is the largest and most modern room available. Large porthole windows bathe the rooms with natural daylight and offer views of the gardens of St Bartholomew the Great.

Equipped with AV ; screen and projector in both rooms, making it the most ideal meeting space. 

Livery Hall event space with elegant chairs, perfect for corporate meetings and presentations.

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Livery Hall in Founders' Hall: elegant event space for corporate functions and social gatherings.

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Livery Hall meeting room with elegant decor, ideal for formal gatherings and presentations.

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Livery Hall meeting room with elegant chairs, ideal for corporate workshops and gatherings.

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Founders' Hall

850-capacity modern conference centre in Paternoster Square, ideal for large corporate events. 2 mins from St Paul's. Exclusive venue hire from £417 per person based on r

Apart from the impressive scale and design, this property is one of the largest meeting and event spaces within the city limits. With a max capacity of 1,200 and 7 large meeting rooms, this property’s intentional architecture and purpose-built design make it the perfect backdrop for large meetings, trainings or seminars, and conferences that include panel or speaker sessions.

Modern event space at Convene Sancroft, St Pauls, ideal for corporate meetings and conferences.

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Modern conference venue with sleek chairs and large screen for events in St Pauls.

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Modern event space at Convene Sancroft, St Pauls, perfect for meetings and gatherings.

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Modern event space at Convene Sancroft, St Pauls with stylish seating for networking.

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Modern meeting room at Convene Sancroft, St Pauls with sleek table and large screen.

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Whole Venue

Convene Sancroft, St Pauls

Historic 240-capacity conference venue in City of London, ideal for modern corporate events with state-of-the-art AV, from £75 per delegate including catering.

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

160-capacity tech-equipped conference venue near Moorgate, ideal for modern corporate events with video conferencing, breakout rooms, from £65 per person including cateri

We are happy to allow filming & photography in our space, subject to a few conditions. Eventspace at Salisbury House offers a stunning backdrop for your creative projects, combining elegance with modern amenities. With a capacity for 160 guests, adjustable lighting, and top-of-the-line tech, our venue is perfect for capturing high-quality visuals. Located in the heart of Central London, it boasts excellent transport links and dedicated spaces for catering and breakout sessions. Whether you're shooting a corporate video, promotional content, or a photoshoot, our dedicated conference team is here to assist you in making your vision a reality. Please get in touch to discuss your filming or photography needs and ensure a seamless experience in this versatile and inspiring environment.

Conference room setup with wooden chairs and screens at Salisbury House event.

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Professionals networking in a stylish corridor at Salisbury House event space.

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Modern reception area at Salisbury House, ideal for events and networking.

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Marquise & Trillion Combined

Eventspace at Salisbury House

360° digital ellipse conference venue in Barbican, ideal for modern corporate events, up to 300 theatre or 240 cabaret, from £7,500 per day.

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

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London Ellipse Hall

London Museum Spaces

Historic City venue with 150-capacity Great Hall, ideal for modern conferences. Wireless AV, fibre Wi-Fi, breakout rooms. From £70 per delegate including catering.

Food and drink help to make a memorable conference. From themed refreshment breaks to express lunches you can be sure of a catering service that suits your audience, timescale and budget. We know time-keeping is critical too - so we'll make sure it runs like clockwork. 

Elegant dining space in The Great Hall, ideal for upscale dinners and corporate events.

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Elegant dining setup in The Great Hall, perfect for formal dinners and corporate events.

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Elegant dining setup in The Great Hall, perfect for corporate events and intimate dinners.

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Elegant dining setup in The Great Hall, perfect for upscale events and corporate dinners.

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Elegant Great Hall with round tables, ideal for corporate events and celebrations.