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Liverpool Street'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 local vibe and transport links when selecting a venue to ensure a memorable and accessible conference experience.

Liverpool Street station is one of the biggest national railway stations in the UK, making events held in this area super accessible. 

TRANSPORT

The area is home to a number of historical landmarks, including the Grade I listed St Botolph's Aldersgate church and the Grade II listed Bishopsgate Institute.

HISTORY

There are plenty of fantastic restaurants and bars in the area, from swanky cocktail bars to traditional ale houses!

FOOD & DRINK

Liverpool Street is a thriving, dynamic area that is well-known for its events scene, with numerous venues and conference facilities perfect for hosting everything from large conferences to smaller networking events. 

With its rich history and many points of interest, including landmarks like the Old Spitalfields Market, this region is a great place to experience all that London has to offer. Whether you're looking for great restaurants and bars, activity venues for an away day, or a sleek co-working space for your team, Liverpool Street is a trendy and professional area. Plus, with a national travel hub and London Underground station on the doorstep, your guests will have no trouble travelling to and from your event. 

The station itself has a rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was first built as a passenger terminus for the Great Eastern Railway. Over the years, it has played an important role in London's development as a commercial and financial center, and today is one of the city's most iconic landmarks.



Liverpool Street

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.

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 quirky conference venues in Liverpool Street, London, for a unique corporate event that inspires creativity and engagement.

Quirky Conference Venues in Liverpool Street

Quirky Conference Venues

Host inspiring conferences at Bishopsgate Institute, a quirky venue near Liverpool Street that fosters creativity and connectivity.

This self-contained meeting room is ideal for training away-days, presentations and AGMs with a large smart display, and flexible modular furniture. This adaptable room is air conditioned, has plenty of natural daylight, and a connected private courtyard patio space. Open up the doors and its transformed for networking and meet-and-greet. 

Located directly opposite is The Goss Room which can be used alongside the Courtyard Room as a general purpose breakout area for work-shopping and team-building activities.


Charming outdoor courtyard at Bishopsgate Institute for gatherings and events.

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Courtyard meeting room at Bishopsgate Institute, U-shaped seating for workshops.

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Meeting room in Bishopsgate Institute with ergonomic chairs for productive sessions.

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Versatile meeting room with large table at Bishopsgate Institute for workshops and presentations.

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Bishopsgate Institute meeting room with U-shaped table for workshops and presentations.

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Bishopsgate Institute

Bishopsgate Institute: Unique Conferences

Host creative conferences at IDEALondon, a quirky venue near Liverpool Street, London. Inspire with our tech-ready spaces and central location.

IDEALondon is a great venue for hosting your event in the city. Our large cafe space and 100 seater (120 standing) auditorium makes it the perfect place for a product launch, workshop or talk - without the hefty price tag. Featuring 3 large wall mounted TVs, integrated sound system, adjustable lighting and free wifi, we've got everything you need to make an impression - plus IDEALondon is accessible from Old Street, Liverpool Shoreditch High Street and Moorgate tube and rail stations. 

Our event space boasts a huge wall mounted glass whiteboard, with pens, post-its and flipcharts.

Event space in IDEALondon with modern design, ideal for presentations and meetings.

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Event Space in IDEALondon with engaged audience at a modern interactive event.

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Event Space in IDEALondon with large screen for meetings and collaboration.

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Versatile event space with U-shaped table, ideal for workshops and meetings at IDEALondon.

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IDEALondon 

IDEALondon: Unique Confab Hub

Host inspiring conferences at The Botanist, a unique venue in Liverpool Street. Perfect for corporate events that demand creativity.

The Copper bar is a stylish unique events and dining space located in the City's premium venue, The Botanist, Broadgate Circle.

Whether you are looking for delectable dining, corporate canapes and cocktails or that birthday night to remember, the Copper bar has a flexible layout to suit all requirements.

With its very own private bar, this exquisite area will give you that prestigious wow factor you have been looking for.


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The Copper Bar

The Botanist Broadgate Circle

The Botanist: Quirky Conferences | Liverpool St

Host inspiring conferences at CodeNode, a versatile venue in Liverpool Street, perfect for engaging corporate events.

Ctrl is our main event room. The room is a bright and airy lecture space located on CodeNode's ground floor right next to our welcoming reception area.

This space is ideal for conferences, award ceremonies, lectures, q and a's, large training group events, exhibitions, hackathons, company meetings, away days, you name it! 

CTRL can accommodate a wide range of business uses and just like all of CodeNode it's a versatile, blank canvas space. Make it your own. 

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CodeNode

CodeNode: Unique Liverpool St. Conferences

Host inspiring conferences at Spitalfields Venue, a unique space near Liverpool Street that blends history with modernity.

A cornerstone of Nicholas Hawksmoor's architectural gem; the lower level 'Crypt' was built along with the church in 1729. Contrary to the name suggests; this surprisingly light and airy space has been recently re-designed to incorporate the historic stone foundations of the original structure with modern light oak panelling and under floor heating. With soundproof folding walls, it can be used as one large reception space, an intimate dinner setting or split into a compact conference room.

Stylish café in The Crypt, Christ Church Spitalfields, perfect for event networking.

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The Crypt at Christ Church Spitalfields: rustic event space with arched ceilings, ideal for gatherings.

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The Crypt at Christ Church Spitalfields: elegant meeting space with wooden table and arches.

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Crypt

Christ Church Spitalfields

Spitalfields Venue: Unique Conferences

Host inspiring conferences at Barbican Conservatory, a unique tropical oasis in Liverpool Street, London. Perfect for creative corporate events.

Venture up into a rooftop tropical forest of unique plant life for a beautiful and memorable time. The Conservatory at the Barbican is one of the most unusual, unique, and memorable venues in London for weddings. The space is a tropical utopia. Find love under the beautiful glass roof, and get married among 2000 species of tropical plants and above 100's of species of tropical fish.  Embrace this lovely oasis hidden away inside the city of London.
The Conservatory is licensed to host weddings and civil partnership ceremonies. It can also be used for wedding receptions and wedding breakfasts.

Vibrant Barbican Conservatory with lush greenery for networking and celebratory events.

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The Conservatory at Barbican Centre, lush greenery for elegant weddings and events.

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Networking event in The Conservatory, Barbican Centre, with elegant archway and tropical decor.

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Vibrant Barbican Conservatory with palm trees, perfect for networking events and celebrations.

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Lush Conservatory at Barbican Centre, ideal for networking events and gatherings.

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The Conservatory

Barbican Centre

Barbican Conservatory | Quirky Liverpool St Venue

Host inspiring conferences at The HAC near Liverpool Street. Discover a unique venue with historic charm to fuel creativity in your corporate events.

The Ante Room is an excellent meeting room with high ceilings and huge windows looking out onto the stunning Artillery Garden. Ideal for board meetings, seminars and small conferences, The Ante Room can be hired with The Queen's Room across the hall which can be used as a dining space for your delegates. 

Elegant meeting room at HAC, perfect for intimate gatherings and presentations.

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Ante Room at HAC with vibrant yellow wall, ideal for meetings and events.

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Elegant meeting room at HAC with arranged glassware for professional events.

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Ante Room at HAC: polished wooden table set for professional meetings and discussions.

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Elegant refreshment station with flowers for meetings and events at The HAC.

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Ante Room

The HAC (Honourable Artillery Company)

The HAC: Unique Liverpool St. Conference

Host inspiring conferences at The Brewery, a unique venue near Liverpool Street. Perfect for creative corporate events and engaging workshops.

The Brewery's James Watt Room is a fully self-contained venue within a larger venue that is ideal for meetings, workshops, and training events. With a capacity for 50 to 90, it's also well-suited as a breakout space for conferences held in the larger rooms. Our event designers are at your disposal to help organise and manage your event, freeing you up to concentrate on making your meeting or seminar productive and successful. Catering and beverages are available onsite, as well.

Engaged audience at a conference session in The James Watt, The Brewery.

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Event space at The James Watt with black chairs and modern lighting for presentations.

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Cow-themed event setup at The James Watt, featuring a speaker and modern presentation screen.

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Intimate event space at The James Watt, featuring modern furniture for hybrid gatherings.

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Modern meeting space at The James Watt, featuring blue accents for workshops and brainstorming.

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The James Watt

The Brewery

The Brewery: Unique Liverpool St. Conferences

Host inspiring conferences at Nobu Shoreditch, a top quirky venue near Liverpool Street with a rooftop terrace and creative spaces.

The Penthouse at Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch is a stunning rooftop venue that offers a unique setting for summer celebrations. Accessed via a private lift, it features a spacious terrace with breathtaking views of the city and an intimate eight-seat chef’s table, making it perfect for exclusive gatherings. This open-air venue can accommodate up to 50 guests, providing an ideal backdrop for weddings, private parties, and special occasions. Additionally, the option to book the neighbouring Yuhi guest room allows for exclusive use of the highest floor, enhancing the overall experience for guests. With its combination of luxury and a vibrant atmosphere, the Penthouse is a standout choice for those looking to host memorable events in East London.

Penthouse rooftop venue at Nobu Hotel London, ideal for networking and cocktail events.

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Penthouse lounge at Nobu Hotel London, modern decor for networking events.

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Penthouse event space at Nobu Hotel London with city views, ideal for gatherings.

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Penthouse meeting space at Nobu Hotel London with large windows and vibrant decor.

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Penthouse

Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch

Nobu Shoreditch: Unique Conference Space

Host inspiring conferences at Shoreditch Treehouse, a quirky venue near Liverpool Street with a creative loft ambiance.

Shoreditch Treehouse is a beautiful & charming space designed for memorable events. Renowned as one of the most instagrammable spots in Shoreditch, our venue features high ceilings, lush greenery, and 12 large sash windows that bathe the room in natural sunlight throughout the day. 

With a fully equipped kitchen, numerous breakout areas, flexible layout options, a 3 metre screen, a swing, and even a piano - The Treehouse is the ideal setting for unforgettable events. 

We're dog friendly too!

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Shoreditch Treehouse

Shoreditch Treehouse: Unique Conferences

Host inspiring conferences at The Grubstreet Author, a unique venue near Liverpool Street that blends tradition with a modern twist.

The Pasteur Room is the ideal location for private dining events who want an more exclusive and dramatic alternative to a standard restaurant tasting room. 

The space is designed to wow guests with traditional period features set against raw elements that provide a playful juxtapose. The burnt iron chandelier is a striking centerpiece that commands attention when you enter the room. 

The cooking at The Grubstreet Author is inspired and offers big flavours alongside intriguing ingredients. The passion for food is shared with the wine, with individual dishes paired to distinctive bottles.  

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The Pasteur Room

The Grubstreet Author

The Grubstreet Author - Quirky Conferences

Host inspiring conferences at Wallacespace Spitalfields, a quirky venue near Liverpool Street that fosters creativity and engagement.

Draw back the folding wall dividing Apollo & Soyuz to reveal one bright, spacious room, ideal for presentations, seminars, hackathons, conferences, workshops, away days & more.

This flexible space can accommodate 2-200 people and there are further break-out spaces of varying sizes on the same floor. 

All of our meeting rooms come fully equipped with professional technology, stationary and equipment bespoke to your needs.

We're told that it's our people and how we do things that make the difference. Our meeting space experts will work with you to ensure your day runs like clockwork.

Apollo & Soyuz event space with colorful chairs for networking and collaboration.

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Apollo & Soyuz meeting space with natural light, ideal for workshops and brainstorming.

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Apollo & Soyuz meeting space with bright light, ideal for workshops and brainstorming.

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Apollo & Soyuz meeting space with colorful chairs for creative workshops and presentations.

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Modern meeting space at Wallacespace Spitalfields with natural light and greenery for events.

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Apollo & Soyuz

Wallacespace Spitalfields

Wallacespace Spitalfields: Unique Conferences

Explore Galvin Bistrot & Bar for a quirky conference venue near Liverpool Street. Perfect for creative corporate events with a French twist.

The light filled Conservatory at the rear of Galvin Bsitrot & Bar is the perfect space for sit down lunches and dinners or standing canape parties.

Double doors from the Conservatory open to a unique outdoor space in the City of London.

Our Conservatory can accommodate various seating layouts, including U-shape, one or two tables that can seat up to 24 people or poseur tables for standing receptions up to 80 people.

We imagine guests enjoying perfectly chilled glasses of our sustainable tap wine or pints, or fresh Pilsner Urquell beer accompanied by the best French food in the City.

Stylish outdoor event space at The Conservatory & Garden, perfect for gatherings and networking.

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Charming dining space with checkered tablecloths for intimate gatherings and corporate events.

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The Conservatory & Garden

Galvin Bistrot & Bar

Galvin Bistrot: Unique Liverpool St Venue

A chic, flexible event space with panoramic city views, ideal for corporate parties up to 500 guests.

In the evenings, Myo Liverpool Street undergoes a remarkable transformation, becoming a truly exceptional venue.  The interplay of the City's lights reflecting off our sophisticated interior design makes it an ideal choice for large groups seeking a venue for corporate parties.  

We can cater to diverse needs, accommodating up to 500 guests for a standing reception over the two floors.  Collaborating with our creative partners, we strive to deliver unique experiences centred around exceptional food and drink.

Modern event space with greenery for private hire at Myo Liverpool Street.