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Discover the allure of free event venues in Charring 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 is a major transport hub, with excellent links to the rest of London and beyond.

TRANSPORT

Charing Cross is home to some of London’s most iconic landmarks, including Trafalgar Square and the Houses of Parliament.

LANDMARKS

Charing Cross is a vibrant cultural hub, with world-famous theatres, music venues and museums.

CULTURE

Charing Cross is a major junction in Central London, where the Strand, Whitehall, Trafalgar Square and The Mall all meet. It’s named after the Eleanor Cross that once stood here, erected in 1291 by King Edward I in memory of his late wife, Eleanor of Castile. Today, Charing Cross is a popular spot for events, with a number of excellent venues in the area, including the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lighting ceremony, the New Year’s Eve fireworks and the Chinese New Year celebrations. If you’re looking for a central London location for your event, Charing Cross is the perfect choice.

Charring 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 Charring Cross, London. Perfect for savvy event organisers at leading organisations seeking value and quality.

Free Event Venues in Charring Cross

Free Event Venues

A vibrant venue with rock n roll decor, ideal for large events and filming in the heart of London.

Located near London’s Theatreland and Cinemaland, Hard Rock Café is at the center of the city’s filming action, making it an ideal base for productions.

With 650-person capacity and flexible opening hours, we accommodate film crews, live shoots, and interviews. Our Legends Room provides private Green Room space, hair & makeup stations, and secure holding areas for seamless production.

Featuring state-of-the-art AV, custom lighting, HD projectors, and a built-in stage, we offer everything needed for high-quality filming and media events.

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

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Full Venue Hire at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus, modern space for events and meetings.

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Full Venue Hire at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus, modern decor for events and gatherings.

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Full Venue Hire at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus, vibrant space for events and gatherings.

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Full Venue Hire at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus, modern space for events and gatherings.

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Vibrant event space at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus for meetings and social events.

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"Vibrant bar area at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus for networking events and gatherings."

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Modern event space at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus, ideal for networking and presentations.

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Vibrant Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus venue with polished stage for live events.

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Full Venue Hire at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus, featuring vintage decor for events.

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Vibrant dining space with semi-private booths at Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus for events.

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Film and Photo

Full Venue Hire

London

Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus

A rooftop restaurant with stunning views, perfect for dining and social events.

The Rooftop Restaurant at The Conduit offers a relaxed and collaborative space for members and non-members to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With a stunning rooftop terrace, it is ideal for hosting events, business meetings, dining experiences, and weddings. The space provides a vibrant atmosphere with sustainable and vegan menu options, making it perfect for social gatherings and special occasions.

Rooftop Restaurant Pergola + Terrace: stylish dining space for events and meetings.

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Stylish outdoor dining at Rooftop Restaurant, ideal for events and gatherings.

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Rooftop networking event at Pergola + Terrace with sunset backdrop and casual attire.

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Stylish rooftop terrace at Pergola + Terrace, ideal for outdoor events and gatherings.

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Rooftop restaurant bar with warm lighting, ideal for gatherings and networking events.

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Events

Rooftop Restaurant, Pergola + Terrace

The Conduit

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

An intimate, elegant space in a historic 5-star hotel by the Thames. Ideal for various events.

An intimate setting in the elegant surroundings of The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place, The Waterloo Suite offers a unique dining experience in the heart of central London. With its stunning Victorian architecture and glittering chandeliers, this Grade I listed venue provides a quintessentially British atmosphere, perfect for hosting memorable dinners, receptions, and celebrations. Guests can enjoy picturesque views of the River Thames and the iconic London Eye, while the charming terrace adds an extra touch of sophistication. Ideal for both intimate gatherings and larger events, The Waterloo Suite seamlessly combines luxury and comfort, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience for you and your guests. Whether you're planning a corporate dinner, a wedding reception, or a special celebration, this exquisite venue is designed to impress.

Aerial view of The Waterloo Suite, a riverside venue for weddings and corporate events.

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Waterloo Suite meeting room with round table, elegant decor for corporate events.

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Theatre

Dining 

The Waterloo Suite

The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place

A versatile first floor space in central London, ideal for events, filming, and parties.

Photo shoot, commercial and non-commercial filming, student filming, independent movies, and dry hire for filming are all welcome at the First Floor of O'Neill's Wardour Street. Nestled in the vibrant heart of central London, this versatile space is perfect for capturing stunning visuals against a backdrop of urban energy. With a capacity of 300, the First Floor features state-of-the-art AV equipment, including HD projector screens and TVs, ensuring your production runs smoothly. Enjoy the convenience of a private entrance and dedicated facilities, making it an ideal choice for both professional and creative projects. Whether you're shooting a short film, a commercial, or a student project, O'Neill's offers an exclusive atmosphere that enhances your filming experience. Located just steps from Soho, Chinatown, and Leicester Square, your crew will appreciate the accessibility and excitement of this prime location. Elevate your film and photo projects at O'Neill's Wardour Street, where creativity meets convenience!

Stylish bar area with wooden barrels at O'Neill's Wardour Street for events and gatherings.

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Warm venue with rustic decor for casual meetings and social events at O'Neill's Wardour Street.

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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 at O'Neill's Wardour Street with wooden accents, ideal for gatherings.

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First Floor

O'Neill's Wardour Street

A modern VIP room with interactive darts and dining, ideal for meetings or social gatherings.

Looking for an intimate private room with a unique twist? You and your guests can immerse themselves with the ultimate Oche experience in our VIP room. Perfect team meetings, workshops or even a relaxed social gathering, this space has two Oche's, a 65" TV screen and space for casual dining.

VIP Room at Oche The Strand with dart boards, perfect for networking events.

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VIP Room dessert with dry ice for gala dinners and upscale receptions.

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VIP Room

Oche The Strand

A vibrant restaurant with an open kitchen and bar, earthy tones, and greenery. Seats 125 or 158 standing.

Buns&Buns offers a host of inviting dining and drinking experiences, from the theatre-style open kitchen and bar to its earthy tones and greenery. 

Space can accommodate 158 guests standing and up to 125 guests for a seated event. 

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

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Stylish event space at Buns&Buns with natural light, perfect for networking and social functions.

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

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Vibrant food display at Buns&Buns restaurant, ideal for event catering and networking.

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Vibrant Buns&Buns restaurant with marble counter, ideal for events and networking.

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Main Restaurant 

Buns&Buns 

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.

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Stylish meeting space at The Market Bookshop, ideal for workshops and networking events.

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Stylish Market Bookshop in Seven Dials, ideal for events and workshops.

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Vibrant entrance of The Market Bookshop with bold red doors, perfect for creative events.

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Cozy bookshop meeting space with wooden shelves, perfect for workshops and discussions.

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Dining

The Market Bookshop

Seven Dials Market 

A historic 1940s lounge-bar with colonial decor, ideal for meetings, interviews, and functions.

The India Club Lounge is adjacent to the bar and can be hired out alongside it or on its own. It is steeped in the struggle for Indian Independence and has a rich history. The lounge is ideal for meetings, interviews or functions.

Lounge in India Club: lush plants and elegant lantern for intimate gatherings.

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Cozy Lounge-Bar in India with natural light, perfect for meetings and brainstorming sessions.