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Central London is home to some of the most unique and unusual venues, perfect for making your event stand out. From historic buildings with a twist to modern spaces with quirky features, there's something for every occasion. When selecting an unusual venue in Central London, consider the atmosphere you want to create and ensure it aligns with your event's theme. Accessibility and transport links are also key factors.

Central London

London

By plane, train, underground, bicycle and more, London has some of the best transport links in the world.

TRANSPORT

Icons that make London know the world over, from Buckingham Palace to the House of Parliament.

LANDMARKS

Home to Theatreland, world renowned music venues, museums and a piece of history on every corner.

CULTURE

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

Unusual Venues in Central London

Unusual Venues

A vast, industrial-chic venue in Waterloo with graffiti tunnels. Ideal for large-scale events.

Discover a dynamic event space in the heart of London's vibrant Leake Street Arches. With its urban and gritty charm, 26 Leake Street offers a unique backdrop for a wide range of events, from art exhibitions and product launches to immersive brand activations and live performances. The venue's versatile layout and raw, industrial aesthetic create an edgy atmosphere that will leave a lasting impression on your guests, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a unique and captivating event experience for networking events, drink receptions, Christmas parties, award ceremonies and more. 

Modern event space with exposed brick walls, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

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Industrial-chic event space with lounge seating, perfect for networking and parties.

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Versatile underground event space with exposed brick walls for corporate gatherings.

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Versatile event space with exposed brick walls, ideal for corporate meetings and social gatherings.

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Urban venue with graffiti entrance, ideal for creative events and exhibitions.

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Reception

Events

Whole Venue

26 Leake Street

Historic, spacious venue with timber roof and balcony. Ideal for large events like conferences and shows.

As one of the oldest and most spacious venues in London, the Porter Tun is a stunning space perfect for large events such as conferences, awards evenings, exhibitions and fashion shows. Features include an exposed King Post timber roof giving a span of 60ft above a 778 square metre antique wooden floor, along with a large raised balcony ideal for a presentation platform or reception area. This space is fully air controlled and has natural daylight. The Malt Room can be booked as a green room.

Elegant event space at The Porter Tun, perfect for weddings and corporate galas.

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Elegant gala dinner setup at The Porter Tun, featuring floral centerpieces and vibrant lighting.

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Elegant banquet hall at The Porter Tun, perfect for upscale galas and corporate events.

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Elegant event space at The Porter Tun, perfect for galas and formal dinners.

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Elegant event space at The Porter Tun, perfect for galas and awards ceremonies.

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Porter Tun event space with round tables and vibrant lighting for gatherings and corporate events.

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Chef presenting a beautifully plated dish in The Porter Tun, showcasing high-quality catering.

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Elegant event space at The Porter Tun for HR Excellence Awards 2024 with vibrant decor.

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Elegant lamb chop dish with broccolini at The Porter Tun event venue.

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Versatile event space at The Porter Tun with high ceilings, ideal for corporate gatherings.

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Elegant dessert at The Porter Tun, perfect for corporate events and upscale gatherings.

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Vibrant event space at The Porter Tun with dynamic lighting for networking and celebrations.

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Elegant chocolate mousse dessert with berry sorbet, perfect for upscale events.

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Elegant dish with fresh tomatoes, microgreens; perfect for upscale events and catering.

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Vibrant gala at The Porter Tun with dynamic lighting and engaged audience.

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Chef plating gourmet dish at The Porter Tun for upscale culinary events.

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The Porter Tun 

The Brewery

A versatile event space in restored Victorian arches, suitable for large gatherings and performances.

Our three Arches combine to create a flexible event space for over 800 people to move seamlessly around the venue, with the spaces being reset as the day or evening activities evolve. 

Our largest area, Arch 1 features a flexible staging solution, extensive lighting, audio and AV fixtures, powerful WIFI and a scalable LED video wall display. Arches 2 & 3 host our main and VIP bar areas, allowing for a private entrance if required. Our mezzanine floor can be used as a cloakroom or a professional kitchen for catered events, set-up with extractor fans.



Whole Venue at The Steel Yard with vibrant lighting, ideal for networking events.

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Versatile industrial event space with exposed brick and purple lighting for workshops.

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Stylish event space with round tables and purple lighting at The Steel Yard for corporate events.

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Stylish arched brick venue with purple lighting for conferences and performances.

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Whole Venue at The Steel Yard with exposed brick walls and purple lighting for events.

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Modern event space with exposed brick and purple lighting for corporate or private gatherings.

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Stylish industrial event space at The Steel Yard with exposed brick and dramatic lighting.

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Stylish industrial-chic event space at The Steel Yard, perfect for corporate gatherings.

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Whole Venue at The Steel Yard: industrial-chic space for corporate events and seminars.

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Stylish event space at The Steel Yard with exposed brick and ambient lighting for gatherings.

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Spacious Steel Yard venue with exposed brick and purple lighting for events.

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Corporate event at The Steel Yard with speaker, modern industrial venue, networking.

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Standing

Business

The Steel Yard

Iconic studio for legendary recordings, ideal for events like dinners, receptions, and live performances.

Originally built to record orchestras and big bands, Studio One is an inspiring setting for any event. Regarded as the UK’s premier orchestral studio, it has witnessed the recording of some of the most famous scores in cinema history including the scores for Star Wars, Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings and many more. The blank canvas space is versatile enough to accommodate large receptions, dinners and award ceremonies but can also be transformed to deliver the unique Record a Song Experience.

Abbey Road Studios' Studio One: elegant event with musicians and dramatic lighting.

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Elegant event space in Studio One, Abbey Road Studios, perfect for galas and corporate events.

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Elegant Studio One at Abbey Road Studios, ideal for upscale corporate events and gatherings.

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Abbey Road Studios' Studio One with red chairs for a multilingual conference setup.

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Elegant event setup in Studio One, Abbey Road Studios with round tables and grand piano.

Unusual Venues in Central London

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