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Barbican's quirky conference venues offer a unique backdrop for corporate events. These spaces blend creativity with functionality, providing an inspiring environment for delegates. Consider the area's artistic vibe and historical significance when selecting a venue that will spark conversation and innovation.

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 unique conference venues in Barbican, London. Perfect for professionals seeking a creative and engaging event space.

Quirky Conference Venues in Barbican

Quirky Conference Venues

Explore Ironmongers' Hall, a unique conference venue in Barbican. Ideal for creative meetings and events with excellent acoustics.

Banqueting Hall is ideal for conferences, meetings, and seminars. The Hall can accommodate various setups for up to a maximum of 150  delegates. A stage can be erected at the far end of the room and full AV support is available. One particularly good aspect is the Halls' acoustics which is excellent.

Refreshment breaks,buffet lunches or evening receptions would usually be served in the Drawing Room.

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Reception

Business

The Banqueting Hall and The Drawing Room

London

Ironmongers' Hall

Quirky Conference Venue - Ironmongers' Hall

Explore The Brewery, a unique conference venue in Barbican with historic charm and modern facilities. Ideal for creative events.

On the ground floor, connected to both the Queen Charlotte and Lower Sugar Room, The King George III Room (named after his visit in 1787) has exposed brickwork, a barrel vaulted ceiling and period lanterns. The King George III Room is directly accessed from the reception (and the loading bay) and can be used alone or in conjunction with the Porter Tun as a drinks reception, catering space or exhibition area for larger events. The room has solid oak flooring.

Spacious conference venue with black chairs and elegant decor at The King George III.

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Elegant formal dinner setup at The King George III, featuring black linens and ambient lighting.

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Elegant event space at The King George III, ideal for corporate functions and social gatherings.

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Spacious event venue with elegant decor, ideal for conferences and exhibitions.

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Networking event at The King George III with vibrant exhibitor booths and lively atmosphere.

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The King George III

The Brewery

Quirky Conference Venue - The Brewery

Explore Barbican Centre's unique conference spaces, perfect for creative events in Barbican. Ideal for professionals seeking flexibility.

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

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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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Theatre

Frobisher Rooms

Barbican Centre

Barbican Centre Quirky Conference Venue

Explore the unique Entrance Hall at London Museum Spaces in Barbican for your next quirky conference. Ideal for creative professionals.

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.


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

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

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

Entrance Hall

London Museum Spaces

Quirky Conference Venue at London Museum

Explore Salters' Hall, a unique conference venue in Barbican with stunning acoustics and versatile event spaces for professionals.

The Main Hall in Salters' Hall is a stunning, ash panelled space, with double height, high vaulted ceilings for excellent acoustics. 

The Hall can be used for gala dinners, charity auctions, events with an orchestra and parties galore. With room to accommodate 125 for a banquet style dinner (E-shape) or 60-80 for a more spacious cabaret style evening, the Main Hall is a fantastic setting for glamorous evening entertaining.

Conference in Salters' Hall with speaker addressing engaged audience in elegant venue.

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Main Hall at Salters' Hall with wooden paneling, ideal for conferences and gatherings.

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Main Hall at Salters' Hall with red chairs, perfect for presentations and workshops.

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Elegant Main Hall with round tables and red chairs for corporate events and banquets.

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Elegant banquet room in Salters' Hall, perfect for gala dinners and corporate events.

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The Main Hall

Salters' Hall 

Quirky Conference Venue: Salters' Hall

Explore The City Centre in Barbican for a unique conference experience. Ideal for professionals seeking creative event spaces.

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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City Model Conference Suite

The City Centre

Quirky Conference Venue: The City Centre

Explore Goldsmiths' Hall, a unique conference venue in Barbican, ideal for creative and engaging professional events.

The Livery Hall can accommodate a number of events including board meetings, presentations, and full-day conferences for up to 300 people. Nestled just a stone's throw from St. Paul's Cathedral, this historic Grade I listed venue exudes elegance and sophistication. With its stunning stained-glass windows and natural light flooding the space, the Hall provides an inspiring backdrop for any corporate gathering. Enjoy exclusive use of the venue, complete with state-of-the-art AV facilities, Wi-Fi, and full catering options tailored to your needs. Whether hosting an intimate meeting or a grand reception, the Livery Hall at Goldsmiths' Hall is the perfect choice for memorable business events in London. Experience the opulence of this magnificent setting, steeped in history and charm, ensuring your event leaves a lasting impression.

Livery Hall at Goldsmiths' Hall, elegant venue for gala events and ceremonies.

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Elegant Livery Hall at Goldsmiths' Hall, ideal for corporate events and galas.

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The Livery Hall

Goldsmiths' Hall

Goldsmiths' Hall - Quirky Conference Venue

Explore The Grubstreet Author, a unique conference venue in Barbican with striking features and versatile spaces for professional events.

The striking appearance of the Pasteur Room makes it stand out from the crowd for corporate and private events. The traditional period features are set alongside raw material finishes to create a space that is both fashionable and functional. 

The LED lighting allows the atmosphere in the room to be changed at the touch of a button and the built in PA system can be used for background music and speeches. 

When used in conjunction with the Sample Room it is possible to host larger drinks parties or have a separate area for receptions and dinner.  

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The Pasteur Room

The Grubstreet Author

Quirky Conference Venue: The Grubstreet Author

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

In the heart of Barbican, our venue offers flexible options for your event needs. From one meeting room accommodating 15 to 40 people to the entire venue catering to 150 to 320 guests, complete with three meeting rooms, a 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.

Spacious event space with high ceilings at 24-26 Baltic St W for conferences and workshops.

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Modern meeting room with large table, ideal for collaborative brainstorming sessions.

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Modern reception area at 24-26 Baltic St W, perfect for corporate events and gatherings.

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Versatile event space with black chairs for presentations at 24-26 Baltic St W.

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Modern urban venue with large windows for meetings and events in Baltic St W.

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Standing

Ground Floor

24-26 Baltic St W

Quirky Conference Venue on Baltic St

A versatile, tech-equipped conference space in central London, suitable for up to 160 guests.


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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Versatile meeting space with natural light for corporate workshops and presentations.

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

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Modern meeting space with bar-style table at Salisbury House for events and networking.

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Film and Photo

Marquise & Trillion Combined

Eventspace at Salisbury House

A large MBA classroom in a leading business school venue with AV facilities and natural light.

Take advantage of our large MBA Classroom for meetings or board events to collaborate on your next big idea. With a maximum capacity of 104, this versatile space is designed to foster creativity and engagement. Equipped with state-of-the-art built-in AV technology, the MBA Classroom ensures seamless presentations and hybrid functionality, making it ideal for both in-person and virtual attendees. Natural light floods the room, creating an inspiring atmosphere that enhances productivity. Located within the prestigious London Conference Centre, you’ll benefit from a prime location in the heart of one of the world’s leading financial and tech hubs. Our venue features a total of 43,796 square feet of flexible event space, including tiered classrooms and conference rooms, all easily accessible via four nearby tube stations. Elevate your business meetings at the MBA Classroom, where innovation meets convenience.

Modern MBA classroom with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and presentations in London.

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MBA classroom in London Conference Centre, modern design for workshops and meetings.

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Modern MBA classroom in London with tiered seating for workshops and seminars.

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Classroom

MBA Classroom

London Conference Centre

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.

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.