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Discover the allure of free event venues in Charing Cross, where historic charm meets modern convenience. Ideal for event professionals seeking cost-effective solutions without compromising on location or character. Consider accessibility, capacity and amenities to ensure your event's success.

Charing Cross acts as a major transport hub throughout London, meaning attendees can easily get to and from your event. Win win!

TRANSPORT

A stone's throw from some of London's most famous and iconic landmarks, Charing Cross is a stellar choice for an event for international visitors.

LANDMARKS

Charing Cross was the site of the final battle of Wyatt's Rebellion in 1554, and Trafalgar Square is just round the corner. 

HISTORY

Charing Cross is an area in Westminster in Central London, and is essentially an intersection where the Strand and Whitehall meet. The area is primarily known for its world-famous train station and is one of the busiest and most important transport hubs in London, connecting all areas of the city by train, tube, or bus. A stone's throw from Trafalgar Square, Soho, Embankment, the Strand and Covent Garden, this area is a goldmine for events venues of all shapes and sizes.

From culture hotspots such as the National Gallery to stunning townhouses like 10-11 Carlton House Terrace, and a treasure trove of restaurants, bars, and hotels generously sprinkled in between, Charing Cross has been well established as a central location for events in London for many years. Trafalgar St James is an example of a stunning high-end venue in Charing Cross, offering a roof terrace with incredible views of the city. 

Charing Cross

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

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

Explore top free event venues in Charing Cross, London. Perfect for savvy event organisers at leading organisations seeking value and quality.

Free Event Venues in Charing Cross

Free Event Venues

A vibrant event space with a central bar, stage, and AV facilities. Seats 320 or 450 standing.

With an open-plan layout, central bar, and grand double staircase, the Lower Ground Floor at Hard Rock Café Piccadilly Circus offers a striking setting for corporate events, product launches, networking receptions, and private parties.

Designed for seamless event execution, it accommodates 320 seated or 450 standing guests and features a 5x7m built-in stage, custom lighting, and 10 LCD screens with live stream capability.

Create personalised drink and canape packages or choose from a selection of Hard Rock Cafe Classics. 

Vibrant Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus event with disco ball performers and DJ.

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Performers in dazzling costumes at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus event.

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Versatile event space at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus, ideal for meetings and gatherings.

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Versatile event space at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with modern lighting and stage.

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Vibrant event space at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with modern decor for gatherings.

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Vibrant event space at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with polished wooden stage.

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Vibrant event space at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus for gatherings and corporate functions.

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Vibrant Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus venue with modern decor for events.

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Vibrant Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus event space with unique decor and group dining.

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Vibrant dining space with colorful booths at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus for events.

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Vibrant Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus bar, ideal for networking events and receptions.

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Stylish event space at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus, perfect for networking and celebrations.

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Vibrant event space at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with dynamic lighting and modern design.

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Beverages in ice buckets at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus for networking events.

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Bar menu at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus for events, featuring cocktails and wines.

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Reception

Events

Lower Ground Floor 

London

Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus

Elegant historic venue with versatile event spaces, ideal for weddings, receptions, and conferences.

The Beatrice Webb Room can be used for a wedding ceremony up to 125 seated and is fully licensed. The room is lightly decorated with a small amount of art around the room and makes for the perfect back drop to the Mall/St James's Park.

Whether you prefer to be seated or standing, the Beatrice Webb Room boasts capacities of 100 for a wedding breakfast and 150 guests standing. With the light colour of the room, you can decorate as you please to make the room suitable for your perfect day.

Whenever the Beatrice Webb Room is hired, you immediately receive the Gallery space for drinks.

Beatrice Webb Room with elegant round tables, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Beatrice Webb Room: elegant wedding venue with floral chairs and natural light.

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Weddings

Beatrice Webb Room, Gallery & Music Room

{10-11} Carlton House Terrace

A stylish, contemporary gallery space in central London, ideal for diverse events and exhibitions.

Mall Galleries recently refurbished Main Gallery provides an impressive, spacious and stylish gallery space for dining. It's ever changing exhibition programme offers inspiring and memorable surroundings for guests. 

Mall Galleries provide exclusive use of all galleries to use flexibly during an event.



Vibrant gala event at West Gallery, featuring an engaging speaker and elegant dining.

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Elegant round tables with floral centerpieces in West Gallery, perfect for galas and fundraisers.

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Elegant West Gallery event space with transparent chairs, perfect for networking and cultural events.

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Spacious West Gallery venue with polished wooden floors for events and exhibitions.

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Spacious West Gallery venue with polished wooden floors for corporate meetings and art exhibitions.

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Dining

West Gallery

Mall Galleries 

Receptions / Dinners / Awards
Venetian paintings in one of our largest galleries. This space bridges the classic architecture of our Grade I listed building with our newly refurbished Sainsbury Wing.


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Standing

Arts

 The Wohl Room

The National Gallery

A versatile first-floor space with bar, dancefloor, and AV equipment in central London. Ideal for parties.

Summer party, Christmas party, Corporate party, Celebration, Sports screening, Wrap party, product launch, celebration, showcase, student party, meet up, networking, club event. We have 4 hd tvs and a window area with natural light as well as areas without natural light. An area for bands djs and dancefloor, as well as its own bar and own entrance and toilets.

Stylish bar area with wooden barrels at O'Neill's Wardour Street for cocktail receptions.

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Cozy O'Neill's Wardour Street venue with rustic decor for intimate gatherings and corporate events.

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Stylish bar area in O'Neill's Wardour Street, ideal for networking events and gatherings.

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Cozy O'Neill's Wardour Street venue with rustic decor for intimate meetings and events.

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Versatile event space with wooden tables, perfect for networking and casual receptions.

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Buffet

First Floor

O'Neill's Wardour Street

A vibrant restaurant with an open kitchen, earthy decor, and a menu of delectable buns for all occasions.

Located under North Hall's iron and glass roof, Buns&Buns features on open-plan kitchen with low marble counter dining where visitors can interact with the chef. 

Space is decorated in warm, earthy tones with copper accents, and is strung with glowing filament bulbs and filled with greenery. 

Vibrant food display at Buns&Buns restaurant, ideal for catering events and receptions.

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Vibrant Main Restaurant at Buns&Buns with marble counter, ideal for events and gatherings.

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Stylish Main Restaurant at Buns&Buns, ideal for networking events with natural light.

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Modern Main Restaurant at Buns&Buns, spacious venue for events with stylish decor.

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Vibrant Main Restaurant at Buns&Buns, ideal for events with stylish bar and natural light.

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Film and Photo

Main Restaurant 

Buns&Buns 

An intimate semi-private space with interactive darts and global cuisine for up to 48 guests.

Our Semi Private Oslo Oche's offer an intimate feeling without losing the vibrant atmosphere of the venue. Suitable for up to 48 guests, our four immersive Oche's will surely bring out the competitive side of your party! For those guests who are the food and drink connoisseurs, the Oslo Oche's offers three plush cocktail booth to relax and enjoy the offering.

Stylish event space in Oslo with dartboards for social gatherings and team-building.

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Modern event space in Oslo with wooden furnishings, ideal for networking and team-building.

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Stylish seating area with plush booths for networking events in Oslo Oches.

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Business

Oslo Oches

Oche The Strand

A quirky, vibrant venue with a stage, perfect for parties with cocktails and live music.


Mrs Riot knows how to throw a party to remember… or to try to remember at least. Mrs Riot's main floor has fabulous, quirky decor, delicious cocktails and scrumptious sharing food, perfect for any party. A unique venue, instagram worthy, and with its own stage in the centre perfect for a DJ or small band. Comfortable seating or space for standing, whatever suites your party best. Say goodbye to boring at Mrs Riot!

Vibrant event space with bold decor, ideal for creative gatherings and parties.

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Vibrant venue with bold mural for creative meetings and brainstorming events.

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Vibrant seating area with plush red banquette for networking events and gatherings.

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Vibrant venue with eclectic decor, perfect for social events and gatherings.

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Mrs Riot

A versatile event space in a former banana warehouse, perfect for private hire and events for 20-40 people.

By day it's the Market Bookshop. By night it's your space to hang out. 
Available for private hire 6 nights a week from 5pm-11pm, it's the perfect spot to host all kinds of events from birthday parties to book launches. 
Featuring a Bookshop counter that turns into a fully stocked bar and an aux plug in for music so you can slide the doors shut and have your own Bookshop boogie.
Perfect for parties of 20-40 people. 

Bookshelf at The Market Bookshop, Seven Dials Market - event space, networking resources.