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Bloomsbury, with its rich cultural heritage, offers unique conference venues that inspire creativity and innovation. These spaces blend historical charm with modern amenities, perfect for organisations seeking a distinctive setting for their corporate events.

Bloomsbury has been home to many notable residents over the centuries, and has been the site of numerous important events.

HISTORY

Bloomsbury sits within easy access of a plethora of different restaurants, bars, theatres, museums and galleries.

ENTERTAINMENT

Situated in an ideal location in the West End of London, Bloomsbury is extremely well connected by public transport.

TRANSPORT

Bloomsbury is a picturesque district ideally situated in the West End of London, just a stone’s throw away from Covent Garden, Piccadilly Circus and Oxford Street. As well as its beautiful garden squares and kitsch village feel, the area is well-known for its educational institutions and literary history, boasting past inhabitants such as Virginia Woolf, TS Eliot and Charles Dickens. In fact, Bloomsbury is often dubbed the literary capital of London.

You could hold all kinds of events in this desirable area, such as book launches, conferences or meetings in the many versatile event spaces found here. Bloomsbury Ballroom is a particularly well-known event hotspot and is sure to leave your guests seriously impressed with its opulent 20s interior and modern tech capabilities. The area is well connected by public transport, and there are also a number of elegant hotels in the area, making it easy for guests to stay in the vicinity (and maybe stumble to bed after a few too many networking drinks!)

Bloomsbury

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 Bloomsbury, London, ideal for organisations looking to host memorable corporate events.

Unique Conference Venues in Bloomsbury

Unique Conference Venues

Grade I listed Bloomsbury venue with high arched ceilings, ideal for unique conferences up to 200 theatre-style, from £58 per delegate including catering.

The unique space in a beautiful Grade 1 listed building is the perfect place for your event or party, with a high arched ceiling, natural light and room for up to 300 people. The space is suitable for conferences, product launches, weddings, lectures, art exhibitions, private party hire and fashion shows

Spacious event venue with blue chairs, ideal for conferences and workshops.

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Spacious event venue with high ceilings, ideal for conferences and workshops.

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Spacious event venue with high ceilings, perfect for meetings and workshops.

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Events

Brewer & Smith

London

Mary Ward House

Historic Bloomsbury venue with Harvey Room for 100 theatre-style, ideal for unique conferences. Third-floor space with AV, natural light, from £1,600 daily.

The Harvey Room is located at the opposite end of the third floor to the Black Suite and comes with fantastic AV capabilities and also offers a stage area, making it very popular for presentations and board meetings.

Harvey room at BMA House: modern meeting space for conferences and workshops.

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Spacious Harvey room in BMA House, ideal for meetings and workshops with arched ceiling.

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Versatile Harvey room in BMA House, ideal for workshops and networking events.

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Buffet

Business

Harvey room

BMA House

255-capacity theatre at UK's national library, ideal for unique conferences in Bloomsbury. Air-conditioned with flexible stage, from £2,690 half-day hire near King's Cros

The Theatre is perfect for large gatherings such as presentations, conferences, award ceremonies, graduations, screenings and product launches. The space is air conditioned and has a flexible stage layout. Included with our Theatre is the Foyer which is the perfect setting for exhibitions, showcases and receptions. 

Pigott Theatre auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and events in British Library.

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Pigott Theatre at British Library: modern auditorium with tiered seating for events and conferences.

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Pigott Theatre lobby with vibrant carpet, ideal for corporate meetings and social events.

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Pigott Theatre lobby at British Library, vibrant carpet, ideal for events and networking.

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Theatre

Pigott Theatre

British Library 

British Library Pigott Theatre

1930s ballroom in Grade II Bloomsbury college, theatre-style for 250 delegates, cabaret for 120, near Russell Square, £4,750 daily venue hire.

Great Hall is a perfect room for weddings which can accomodate buffet for 250, a formal seated three course dinner for 220 guests, 
It is Originally constructed in the 1930s as a ballroom and refectory for the residents of London House, the room is still us

Elegant banquet hall in Goodenough House, perfect for gala dinners and corporate receptions.

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Elegant banquet hall in Goodenough House, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Weddings

The Great Hall

Goodenough House

Contemporary split-level conference space by Holborn tube, up to 250 standing or 100 theatre-style, with private bar and floor-to-ceiling windows from £5,000 daily.

Modern, bright and airy, the private event space on 7th floor is contemporary and fully flexible, with a prime location right by Holborn underground.

LABS House is perfectly suited for corporate events such as conferences, product launches, workshops, large business meetings and networking events.

With access to private bar, AV, catering and onsite event management the team at LABS House can provide every element to make your event a great success.

Spacious modern event space with large windows for networking and workshops at LABS House Holborn.

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Modern event space with black chairs and large screen for presentations at LABS House Holborn.

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Modern bar area in LABS House Holborn, ideal for networking events and cocktail receptions.

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Modern event space with large windows at LABS House Holborn, perfect for meetings and gatherings.

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Modern open-concept meeting space with natural light for workshops and networking events.

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7th Floor 

LABS House Holborn

Boutique hotel near British Museum with unique seasonal spaces, Bloomsbury Suite for 30 delegates, from £700 daily, plus larger suites to 120 theatre-style.

The Bloomsbury Suite is an idea medium-sized meeting room, perfect for use as a syndicate room during larger conferences. With a maximum capacity of 22 people in theatre style, it also serves as a popular choice for intimate boars meetings and private dining experiences. 

Elegant dining table in Bloomsbury Suite, ideal for corporate dinners and gatherings.

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Reception

Bloomsbury Suite

The Montague on the Gardens

Modern 130-capacity conference suite in Grade II listed Bloomsbury venue, ideal for unique corporate events, 3 minutes from Tottenham Court Road, from £108 per delegate i

The Congress Suite is a newer edition to Congress Centre, accommodating up to 190 for a sit-down meal or 200 standing. The spacious room is an ideal blank canvas space for corporate business events in central London with white walls and original 1950s' parquet flooring, which has been carefully restored to stunning effect.

Offering the latest AV equipment, air conditioning and colour changeable LED lighting.

When booked with Congress Hall, the Congress Suite provides a perfect catering or breakout area, or the space can be hired independently for smaller events. 2024 DDR is priced at £90.

Modern Congress Suite with blue chairs, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Modern Congress Suite with sleek chairs, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Modern Congress Suite with sleek podium, ideal for conferences and corporate events.

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Modern Congress Suite with black chairs and purple lighting for presentations and conferences.

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Modern Congress Suite with round tables, ideal for meetings and banquets.

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Congress Suite

Congress Centre

Historic arthouse cinema with 150-seat Dolby Atmos auditorium, ideal for unique conferences in Bloomsbury. From £35 per person for day hire with technical support include

The Renoir screen has 150 seats in total with 141 seats in the main auditorium and 9 balcony seats. 

It is an ideal screen for presentations with space for speakers and a panel. Hire costs include the use of a lectern, microphones and static spotlights. 

This screen is ideal for : 

Corporate events 
Corporate presentations 
Presentations 
Conferences 
Product launches
AGMs
Award ceremonies 
Meetings
Dry hire 

Modern tiered cinema with plush seating for film premieres and private screenings.

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Modern tiered cinema with sleek seating for exclusive screenings at Curzon Bloomsbury.

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Modern auditorium with tiered seating at Curzon Bloomsbury for screenings and events.

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Modern cinema Screen Five - Renoir at Curzon Bloomsbury, ideal for film screenings and events.

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Modern cinema Screen Five - Renoir with tiered seating for film screenings and events.

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Screen Five - Renoir 

Curzon Bloomsbury

Historic Georgian conference suite in Covent Garden accommodating 100 theatre-style, featuring natural daylight, modern AV, and day delegate packages from £64 per person.

Located on the third floor, the Dorset Suite is a purpose-built conference room that has a fresh and modern feel, making it an ideal choice for business meetings, conferences, and corporate events. With its stylish design and state-of-the-art facilities, this versatile space accommodates a variety of setups, ensuring your event runs smoothly. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, in-house AV professionals, and convenient cloakroom and storage options. The Dorset Suite also features access to an outdoor roof terrace, perfect for networking breaks or informal gatherings. Situated within the prestigious De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden, your guests will be captivated by the venue's rich history and opulent surroundings. Elevate your business event in the heart of London, where elegance meets functionality.

Dorset Suite corridor at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, ideal for networking events.

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Dorset Suite meeting room with flexible tables, ideal for professional events and conferences.

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Dorset Suite

De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms 

Historic Bloomsbury conference venue with 158-capacity lecture theatre, modern AV facilities, and day delegate packages from £65pp including catering and refreshments.

Opened in 2018 by Queen Elizabeth II, the Ashworth Centre is a purpose-built event space set beneath the Great Hall, expertly designed to allow natural daylight to flood the suite through generous skylights. 
The stylish double-height lecture theatre with retractable seating for up to 158 delegates features integrated audio-visual. Ten meeting rooms split across two floors may be booked individually for smaller meetings for up to 16 boardroom or 25 theatre, or the partition walls can be withdrawn allowing flexible multi-room formats for breakout spaces or refreshments. 

Modern Ashworth Centre event space with wooden paneling for conferences and workshops.

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Modern conference room at Ashworth Centre, featuring a large table for meetings and events.

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Modern auditorium with tiered seating at Ashworth Centre, ideal for events and meetings.

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Modern meeting room at Ashworth Centre, featuring circular seating for workshops and presentations.

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Modern event space at Ashworth Centre, ideal for meetings and networking.

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Ashworth Centre

Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn

220-capacity art deco conference hall in iconic Senate House, ideal for unique corporate events. Theatre-style seating, built-in AV, from £70pp day delegate rate.

As one of London's largest flat floor spaces, MacMillan Hall is perfectly suited to banquets, private dining, gala dinners, and more. 

The space has a capacity of 130 for dining events. It is fully equipped for programmable lighting, full network access, and a new energy-efficient heating system. 

With the adjacent Beveridge Hall and Crush Hall, you have an inspiring and integrated venue complete for pre-drinks or a reception. 

Elegant dinner event at MacMillan Hall, University of London, with floral centerpieces.

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Catering setup at MacMillan Hall, University of London for elegant events and celebrations.

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Dining 

MacMillan Hall - Senate House

University of London Venues

Historic health museum near Euston Station offering unique conference spaces with exhibition access, up to 80 reception capacity, from £1,800 per day.

Our Private Dining Room, part of Wellcome Kitchen, is an airy modern space with plenty of natural daylight. Calm and relaxing, it's popular both for receptions and more formal events.

Whatever the event you're running, we never forget how much it matters to you. That's why you can rely on us to do whatever it takes to make you look good.

Private dining room with elegant round tables, ideal for corporate events and receptions.

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Private dining room with elegant table setup for formal events and meetings.

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Private dining room with elegant table setup, ideal for corporate meetings and gatherings.

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Private Dining Room

Wellcome Collection

1000-capacity sustainable auditorium opposite Euston Station, ideal for large conferences with tiered seating, dedicated AV technician, from £6,750 for full-day hire.

The largest meeting space in Euston, it can seat up to 1000 delegates and is available in four customisable layouts - Theatre, Banquet, Exhibition and Cabaret. Ideal for conferences and networking events. 


Spacious auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and lectures at Friends House.

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Versatile event space with tiered seating for conferences and workshops.

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Modern auditorium with tiered seating for meetings and conferences in Friends House.

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Spacious auditorium with tiered seating, perfect for conferences and workshops.

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Elegant outdoor event space at The Light in Friends House with manicured lawn and banners.

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The Light

Friends House 

Friends House - The Light

300-capacity historic venue atop Royal College of Surgeons, ideal for unique conferences in Bloomsbury. Day delegate rates from £89 per person including AV, catering, Lin

The View is open to the general public for conferences, meetings and events. Located on the top floor of the historic Royal College of Surgeons, it boasts spectacular views of London and has a terrace guests can enjoy on summer evenings.

The sixth floor space features the Conference Suite and Park View rooms, as well as two breakout spaces. Complete with built-in AV and plenty of natural light, the space has the capacity to hold up to 300 guests in theatre style or standing reception, or 120 in cabaret. 




Modern event space with sleek black chairs, ideal for conferences and corporate meetings.

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Modern atrium with glass ceiling, perfect for meetings and corporate events.

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Modern meeting space with round tables and natural light, ideal for workshops and events.

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Historic venue with classic columns, ideal for corporate events and formal receptions.

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Stunning urban balcony view with greenery, perfect for outdoor receptions and networking events.

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The View

300-seat auditorium with 4K cinema projection, ideal for unique conferences in Bloomsbury. 2 mins from Euston Station. Day delegate rates from £85pp including AV.

Our Scenario Based Learning and Assessment Centre at 30 Euston Square offers a dedicated space for business related one-on-one events, including meetings, trainings, assessments, exams and workshops. 

Accessed via a private entrance on Euston Road, the centre provides a controlled and secluded environment with 42 individual training rooms. It features two reception areas, two briefing rooms for up to 45 delegates each, and designated break-out areas, all located in the west wing. 

The centre can be fully integrated with the venue's other meeting and event spaces for added flexibility.

Modern corridor at Scenario Assessment Centre with blue lighting, ideal for corporate events.