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Soho's quirky conference venues offer a unique backdrop for corporate events that aim to inspire and engage. These spaces blend Soho's vibrant history with modern amenities, perfect for fostering creativity and collaboration in the heart of London.

A stone's throw from many tube and train stations, Soho is one of the easiest parts of London to navigate.

TRANSPORT

Soho is a melting pot of art, music and theatre. From world-famous Shaftesbury Avenue to shopping haven Carnaby Street, there's something for everyone! 

CULTURE

There are a wide range of restaurants and bars in Soho. Italian, Asian, French... you name it!

FOOD & DRINK

The beating heart of theatre-land, Soho is one of the most popular and well-known areas in London. An epicentre of activity, Soho is an energetic, bustling and vibrant maze of streets, shops, restaurants, bars, theatres, and galleries. It's no surprise the West End is an eventprof's dream destination!

Originally a royal hunting ground in the 18th century, Soho soon became a fashionable district for the wealthy and was known for its theatres and nightclubs, and still is today. Perfect for any kind of event, whether you're after a trendy coworking space, historic conference setting, casual restaurant or swanky cocktail bar, Soho has everything you need.

Soho is also extremely well-connected to the rest of London. It's close to Oxford Circus, Piccadilly and Leicester Square tube stations, as well as a short distance from Charing Cross train station, so no matter where your attendees are coming from, they're sure to have an easy journey!

Soho

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 Soho, London, for events that stand out. Perfect for innovative and engaging corporate gatherings.

Quirky Conference Venues in Soho

Quirky Conference Venues

Grade II listed Pompadour Ballroom with ornate Louis XVI styling, up to 250 reception capacity, Regent Street views, from £2,500 room hire plus £16,000 minimum spend.

One of the grandest ballrooms in London, The Pompadour Ballroom is the largest event space at Hotel Café Royal. It has been beautifully restored to feature original and ornate detailing and is perfect for your next conference, business meeting or corporate reception. The Louis XVI style room has a series of Corinthian pilasters and mirrored panels with gilded frames, accented further by a rich decorative ceiling, elaborately depicting scenes of love.

Pompadour Ballroom at Hotel Cafe Royal, elegant event space for banquets and corporate events.

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Pompadour Ballroom at Hotel Cafe Royal, elegant event space for corporate meetings.

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Elegant Pompadour Ballroom with chandeliers, perfect for corporate meetings and galas.

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Elegant Pompadour Ballroom with high ceilings, perfect for upscale weddings and galas.

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Business

Pompadour Ballroom

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Hotel Cafe Royal

Historic courthouse cinema with 100-seat capacity, 5.2m screen, Dolby surround sound, ideal for quirky conferences in Carnaby Street, Soho from £400/hour.

The Waiting Room was the pre-court area where people waited before entering court. A breakfast buffet consisting of pastries, fresh fruits, juices, a la carte items ranging from the English breakfast to our mouth-watering waffles.

Not only just used for breakfast, lunch and even private banquets, the Waiting Room is also ideal for Christmas dinners, receptions and banqueting.


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The Waiting Room

Courthouse Hotel

Courthouse Hotel - The Waiting Room

Stylish Fitzrovia boardroom with stained glass windows and double-height ceilings, ideal for quirky conferences. Seats 50 theatre-style, from £800 daily.

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Billiard Room in Sanderson London with stained glass, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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Billiard Room in Sanderson London with purple tables, ideal for events and meetings.

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The Billiard Room 

Sanderson London

Sanderson London - The Billiard Room

Historic luxury hotel's chandeliered Grand Ballroom seats 524 theatre-style, perfect for quirky conferences near Oxford Circus, from £150 per person for day packages.

The Grand Ballroom at The Langham, London is an exquisite venue perfect for hosting a variety of events, including weddings, corporate meetings, and grand celebrations. With its elegant decor and stunning chandelier, the ballroom creates a romantic and sophisticated atmosphere for any occasion. The space is adaptable, allowing for both intimate gatherings and larger receptions, accommodating up to 375 guests. The dedicated team of wedding specialists and event planners ensures that every detail is meticulously handled, making it an ideal choice for those looking to create unforgettable memories. Whether you are planning a lavish wedding or a professional conference, the Grand Ballroom offers a luxurious setting that will impress your guests and provide a memorable experience.

Grand Ballroom at The Langham, London: elegant space for upscale events and meetings.

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Grand Ballroom at The Langham, London: elegant wedding venue with high ceilings and luxury decor.

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Grand Ballroom at The Langham, London: elegant wedding venue with luxurious chandelier.

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Grand Ballroom at The Langham, London: elegant banquet hall for weddings and galas.

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Grand Ballroom at The Langham, London: elegant wedding venue with floral decor and cake display.

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Dining

Events

Grand ballroom

The Langham, London

Unique conference space atop iconic Foyles bookstore in Soho. Theatre-style seating for 160, reception for 200. From £1,350 half-day hire with AV included.

Whether you're holding a conference or a private party, a drinks reception, launch or an awards ceremony, our space is designed to fulfil your requirements.

Centrally located, with collapsible staging, equipped with wireless and wired microphones, Level 6 can accommodate speeches, discussion panels and performance.

In addition, we offer the freedom to dress or brand the space as you desire.



Elegant event space with round tables, ideal for corporate gatherings and celebrations.

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Versatile auditorium venue with polished wooden floor for corporate events and receptions.

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Stylish auditorium venue with modern bar, ideal for networking and cocktail receptions.

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Modern auditorium meeting space with long table, ideal for events and collaboration.

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Whole Venue Auditorium with red chairs, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Whole Venue

Auditorium - Level 6 Foyles 

42-seat cinema studio in Leicester Square's iconic ODEON LUXE, perfect for quirky corporate interviews and Q&As with luxury AV and West End glamour.

Hire Oscars Bar for drinks and canapes followed by an unforgettable screening in our boutique-styled smaller screens at ODEON LUXE Leicester Square. This iconic venue seamlessly combines historic glamour with cutting-edge Dolby cinema technology, ensuring an exceptional experience for your guests. Perfect for corporate screenings, private events, or gala presentations, our state-of-the-art facilities include advanced AV equipment, disabled access, and dedicated catering options. Elevate your next conference, AGM, or seminar in the heart of London's West End, where luxury meets innovation. Enjoy the comfort of our ODEON Luxe reclining seats while indulging in bespoke hospitality tailored to your needs. Whether hosting a panel discussion or a music performance, ODEON LUXE Leicester Square is the ultimate destination for impactful events.

Modern screening room with plush seating at ODEON LUXE Leicester Square for events.

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Modern theater with plush reclining seats for corporate events and film screenings.

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Screenings

Studio Screens

ODEON LUXE Leicester Square  

190-seat cinema theatre in Soho's Ham Yard Hotel, ideal for quirky conferences with projectionist support, from £120 per delegate including breakout rooms.

Ham Yard Theatre at Ham Yard Hotel is the perfect setting for corporate presentations. It provides the best in sound and projection and offers 190 deeply comfortable leather seats, designed by Poltrona Frau. 

Modern auditorium with vibrant orange seating, ideal for presentations and performances.

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Modern auditorium at Ham Yard Hotel with spacious seating for presentations and screenings.

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The Theatre

Ham Yard Hotel

Ham Yard Hotel - The Theatre

Stylish Soho conference room for up to 35 theatre-style, equipped with advanced technology and professional support, from £240 per hour weekdays.

Need a stylish Conference Room in central London? From small spaces to full-sized boardrooms, every room has been elegantly designed and kitted out with the latest technology. You can book by the hour, half or full day and our professional support teams are always on hand to make sure your meeting runs smoothly. Plus we'll help you organise high quality catering, from a light sandwich to a cocktail reception, either for your team training day, workshop or meeting. 

Conference Room in eOffice - Soho with engaged audience at a professional meeting.

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Modern conference room with black table and red chairs, ideal for meetings and brainstorming.

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Conference Room

eOffice - Soho

Historic 1684 Wren-designed church near Piccadilly Circus, seating 450 with dramatic galleries and organ. Unique conference venue from £700 daily.

The Conference Room at St James's Church is offered at highly competitive rates. St James's is in the heart of the West End just 120 yards from Piccadilly Circus.

The room is perfect for meetings, seminars, workshops, and training sessions.

Meeting room in St James's Church Piccadilly, U-shaped setup for workshops and meetings.

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Room Hire 

St James's Church Piccadilly

Panoramic 4th-floor Mayfair members' club lounge, ideal for quirky conferences. Up to 150 standing, 100 seated. From £140 per person including venue hire.

The Lounge is situated on the top floor of 12 Hay Hill and is our most versatile space. 

The room is a blank canvas, suitable for any corporate event, from conferences and awards ceremonies, to dinners and networking drinks receptions.

The Lounge also boasts an abundance of natural light, due to the floor to ceiling panoramic windows, with views overlooking Mayfair and Berkeley Square.

Modern event space with blue seating and large screen for presentations at 12 Hay Hill.

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Modern event space with seating and large screen, perfect for meetings and conferences.

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Modern event space with plush seating, ideal for meetings and networking at 12 Hay Hill.

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Modern event space with stylish seating for networking and gatherings at 12 Hay Hill.

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The Lounge

12 Hay Hill

12 Hay Hill - The Lounge

600-capacity West End theatre auditorium with exceptional acoustics, ideal for quirky conferences. Three-level seating, marble bars, central London views. From £10,000 ex

Our auditorium seats up to 600 people across three levels and is typically configured either in the round or in a thrust format for events.  A contemporary, mid-century-styled space, it benefits from exceptional acoustics and sightlines and high spec modern technical infrastructure.  Front of house spaces wrap each level of the space, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking central London and marble bars.  The space works particularly well for meetings, presentations, and awards ceremonies.

Modern Sohoplace auditorium with tiered seating for performances and corporate events.

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Sohoplace auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for performances and presentations.

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Auditorium in Sohoplace, London: blue-lit stage for panel discussion or keynote event.

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Sohoplace theatre event with speaker engaging audience in modern venue setting.

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Dynamic speaker engaging audience in Sohoplace theatre, ideal for events and meetings.

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Auditorium

Sohoplace - London's newest West End theatre

721-seat IMAX cinema in Leicester Square ideal for quirky conferences. Immersive screen, state-of-the-art AV, exclusive hire from £22,500 for corporate presentations.

Where better to hold a screening than at a cinema? Treat your guests to your own showing of the latest blockbuster, or your all-time favourite on Cineworld's new state-of-the art IMAX. The team at Cineworld Leicester Square will help you get that Hollywood blockbuster effect, without the budget-busting price tag. They'll work with you to make sure your event is exactly right for your guests, whether that's something more laid back with popcorn and all your cinema favourites, or a black tie-gala, complete with champagne reception and red-carpet arrival.

IMAX theater at Cineworld Leicester Square with tiered seating for events and presentations.

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IMAX cinema lobby at Cineworld Leicester Square, modern design for events and premieres.

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Modern IMAX auditorium at Cineworld Leicester Square with tiered seating and red lighting.

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IMAX Cineworld Leicester Square with blue-lit staircase, ideal for conferences and events.

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IMAX theater at Cineworld Leicester Square with curved seating for film screenings and presentations.

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IMAX

Cineworld Leicester Square

Grade II listed geological society near Piccadilly Circus with 172-capacity lecture theatre, historic library space, AV facilities, from £2,180 half-day.

Located on the ground floor, the Lecture Theatre and Lower Library provides an inviting setting for conferences.

The Theatre was refurbished with help from the Society's Petroleum Group in 1999, and then again for the Bicentenary in 2007. It was named the Janet Watson Lecture Theatre in 2009, in honour of Professor Janet Vida Watson FRS (1923-1985), of Imperial College London, the Society's first woman President (1982-1984).

The Lower Library was originally the Society's Main Library. It is now mainly to store foreign periodicals and is used for social gatherings and for refreshments.

Lecture Theatre with tiered blue seating, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Lecture Theatre with blue seating, ideal for presentations and seminars at The Geological Society.

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Elegant Lecture Theatre & Lower Library at The Geological Society, perfect for small events.

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Lecture Theatre & Lower Library, warm wood tones, ideal for workshops and meetings.

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Cozy reading nook with leather chairs in Geological Society library for meetings and events.

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Lecture Theatre & Lower Library 

The Geological Society

Historic panelled vestry room with open fireplace and private terrace, ideal for quirky conferences up to 50 delegates, from £1,055 evening hire.

The historic panelled interior of our unique and unusual Vestry Room combines elegant sophisticated grandeur with modern amenities, offering a flexible space which can be taiolred to create memorable dining occassions. 

The open fireplace makes it an ideal venue for an evening party, birthday dinner, buffet, executive dinner, wine tasting, Christmas dinner and PR and promotional events. 

With a private outdoor terrace, it's a perfect summer party venue or setting for afternoon tea, drinks party or drinks reception. 

Elegant meeting room at The Vestry House, ideal for strategic planning and exclusive events.

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Vestry House meeting room with round table, ideal for gatherings and brainstorming sessions.

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Elegant meeting room at The Vestry House, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.

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Vestry House meeting space with wooden table, ideal for workshops and gatherings.

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Vestry House meeting room with rustic table, ideal for workshops and strategy meetings.

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Classroom

Dining 

The Vestry House at St Giles

The Vestry House at St Giles in the Fields

Penthouse-style Loft & Gallery with Crittall windows and London views, ideal for quirky conferences. Seats 70 theatre-style, from £2,100 half-day in Fitzrovia.

The Loft and Gallery comes fully equipped with a screen, projector, and PA system, which are complimentary when hiring the space exclusively for your meeting. This penthouse-style venue on the sixth floor of Maslow's Mortimer House offers stunning views of London and a private balcony, perfect for inspiring creativity and collaboration. With natural daylight flooding the room, air conditioning for comfort, and free flip charts available, your team will thrive in this sophisticated yet relaxed environment. Enjoy seamless connectivity with high-speed Wi-Fi and take advantage of the on-site restaurant for catering needs. Whether you're hosting a brainstorming session or a formal presentation, the Loft and Gallery provides an exceptional backdrop for any business event. Elevate your meetings in a space designed for both productivity and relaxation, ensuring your team leaves feeling inspired and rejuvenated.

Quirky Conference Venues in Soho

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