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Discover the allure of free event venues in Tower Hamlets, a district renowned for its vibrant culture and historical significance. These spaces offer a cost-effective solution for event planners from medium to large organisations, providing a unique backdrop for a variety of events without compromising on quality or experience.

Tower Hamlets encompasses much of the East End, famed for its diverse and vibrant culture.

CULTURE

Tube, train, taxis, and buses are all plentiful throughout the area, making accessibility a breeze.

TRANSPORT

From the iconic skyline of Canary Wharf to Tower Bridge itself, there's no shortage of iconic London landmarks here!

LANDMARKS

Tower Hamlets is a London borough covering much of the East End, including Stepney, Wapping, Bow, Canary Wharf, Spitalfields and Bethnal Green. A vibrant and diverse borough, there are a wide variety of unique and dynamic spaces here that can be used for all kinds of events, from large-scale cultural events to smaller community gatherings, corporate conferences to casual dinners, and everything in between!

Tower Hamlets has a rich history, dating back to the Roman era. The area is home to several important landmarks, including St. Dunstan's in the East and Tower Bridge, which has become synonymous with London itself. The borough is also home to Brick Lane, which has become one of the most famous curry hotspots in the UK.

Tower Hamlets is undergoing major renovations and as a result, is an up and coming and trendy place to live and work. Additionally, the borough boasts excellent transport links to the rest of London and byeond, making it easy for guests to access and explore all that this borough has to offer.

Tower Hamlets

East London is renowned for its trendy artistic influences and alternative way of living, from fashion to music.

East London is well-connected to the rest of the city, meaning you can rest assured that your guests will arrive in one piece.

From Carribbean cuisine to Danish delicacies, you're sure to find it all in East London.

FOOD & DRINK

From Hackney to Mile End to Canary Wharf, trendy East London is known for its thriving arts scene and alternative culture. Home to many creative enterprises and a plethora of different venues from town halls to underground nightclubs, East London is a great choice to host an event and has something for everyone, whether you're hosting a corporate event, client meeting or just a good old fashioned knees up.

For example, you could host an away day at Bounce Old Street, plan an immersive pop-up at Pergola, a fashion show at Hoxton Arches or a gig at EartH Hackney. You could even head to NTs Loft for a celebration in the sun or head out to ArcelorMittal Orbit for a Christmas party with a twist. It would be impossible for us to list every single fantastic venue in East London, so you'll just have to get out there and see for yourself!

East London

Explore top free event venues in Tower Hamlets, London. Ideal for professionals organising memorable events in a culturally rich area.

Free Event Venues in Tower Hamlets

Free Event Venues

A grand ballroom with high-tech facilities, private entrance, and VIP room. Ideal for large events.

The Pacific Ballroom presents an impressive space for exclusive events, weddings, product launches, awards dinners, Christmas parties and conferences.

Accommodating up to 400 guests with a private separate entrance leading from Bishopsgate Plaza, the Ballroom boasts state-of-the-art audio, visual and lighting technology to enhance all events.

Regarded as one of the top social, celebratory and conference venues in London, the Pacific Ballroom can also be split into two separate sound-proofed rooms. 

The pre-function area, staffed cloakroom and VIP Room complete the Ballroom exclusive hire.

Elegant Pacific Ballroom dinner setup in Pan Pacific London for corporate events.

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Elegant Pacific Ballroom in Pan Pacific London, perfect for upscale events and gatherings.

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Pacific Ballroom corridor at Pan Pacific London, elegant floral decor for corporate events.

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Pacific Ballroom lounge at Pan Pacific London, modern furnishings for networking events.

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Pacific Ballroom, modern venue with glass facade, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.

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Theatre

Business

Pacific Ballroom

London

Pan Pacific London

A grand hall with river views, ideal for dinners, weddings, and events up to 250 guests.

The Banqueting Hall is full of grandeur providing an impressive space for dinners, weddings, social events, receptions and awards ceremonies for up to 250 guests. The River Room works perfectly for pre-dinner drinks. 

The floor to ceiling uplit drapes coupled with the eye capturing led interchangeable colour chandeliers make for an impressive backdrop for your event. 

Alternatively, the Banqueting Hall can be used in conjunction with the River Room for a dinner dance as well as the London Bridge Arches to give your guests that sense of history associated with the venue. 

Elegant banquet hall with round tables, ideal for galas and corporate dinners.

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Elegant gala in Banqueting Hall, Glaziers Hall with ambient lighting and engaged audience.

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Standing

Dining 

Banqueting Hall

Glaziers Hall

A Grade I listed venue with Rocco style rooms and a secluded garden, ideal for fashion shows or filming projects.

A Central London venue with Rocco style rooms, stain-glass windows in the Livery Hall or secluded garden to add the outdoors,

Ideal for fashion shows seating 200 for a catwalk or as a backdrop for and photo shot or film project.  Close to St Paul's for those filming in and around London.

Ornate wooden wall at Exclusive Venue, Stationers' Hall for elegant events and gatherings.

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Elegant meeting room with wooden paneling at Stationers' Hall for conferences and banquets.

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Charming outdoor venue at Stationers' Hall for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Elegant meeting room at Stationers' Hall, perfect for corporate events and gatherings.

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Charming entrance of Exclusive Venue at Stationers' Hall for corporate events and meetings.

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Reception

Film and Photo

Exclusive Venue

Stationers' Hall and Garden

A vast historic event space with a timber roof, ideal for conferences, dinners, and exhibitions.

The Porter Tun is one of the largest and oldest unobstructed event spaces in London. An exposed King Post timber roof giving a clear span of 60ft above a 778 square metre antique wooden floor makes it a perfect location for conferences, awards dinners, fashion shows and exhibitions. The large raised balcony is ideal for a reception area or presentation platform. The Malt Room is able to be booked as a green room. 

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

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Dynamic runway event at The Porter Tun with performer in eye-catching costume.

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Vibrant event space at The Porter Tun with lush greenery for themed gatherings.

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Dynamic event at The Porter Tun with stage backdrop and confetti celebration.

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Dynamic conference at The Porter Tun, featuring modern visuals and engaged audience.

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Conference at The Porter Tun with dynamic stage setup and engaging visuals.

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

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Vibrant event space at The Porter Tun, ideal for corporate conferences and gatherings.

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Engaging speaker at The Porter Tun conference with attentive audience in a spacious venue.

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Conference setup at The Porter Tun with rows of tables and a large presentation screen.

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Conference at The Porter Tun with speaker, audience engagement, and professional lighting.

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Vibrant event space at The Porter Tun, ideal for parties and corporate gatherings.

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

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Event space at The Porter Tun with spacious seating and large screens for presentations.

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The Porter Tun 

The Brewery

Able to host dinners for up to 910 guests, the Great Gallery is a stunning venue for everything from formal banquets to bowl food receptions to street food feasts. Tobacco Dock Food, the venue's award-winning catering team is able to work to a wide range of briefs and can come up with a spectrum of imaginative and delicious menus. 

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Great Gallery

Tobacco Dock

A vast pillar-free ballroom for over 3,000 guests, ideal for large events and glamorous parties.

This is one of UK's largest pillar-free ballroom. At its core, our conference centre hosts an impressive 7.2m high, 3013sqm, located on the first floor of the conference centre and accommodating over 3,000 delegates for a reception or 2,520 for a dinner with full staging and dance floor. It is the perfect setting for large-scale award ceremonies, congresses, exhibitions and glamorous parties. With multiple configurations for smaller events, the Arora Ballroom divides into 14 syndicate rooms and fully soundproofed.

Arora Ballroom at InterContinental London - spacious venue with modern lighting for events.

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Arora Ballroom at InterContinental London - modern event space for conferences and corporate gatherings.

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Arora Ballroom at InterContinental London - spacious event hall for conferences and banquets.

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Arora Ballroom at InterContinental London - The O2, modern venue for conferences and events.

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Events

Arora Ballroom

InterContinental London - The O2

An elegant adaptable ballroom in a hotel, ideal for events, conferences, and celebrations.

Enjoy a seamless, well-organised event at the London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf's West India Ballroom. This elegant space can be adapted to fit your needs, and is suited to every type of event, whether you're planning a birthday bash, a festive Christmas party, or a corporate event such as the launch of a groundbreaking new product or an important presentation. Professional event organisers are available to assist with the details involved with a large event, including catering, room bookings, and business-related services. Our location is convenient to the airport and local attractions. 

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West India Ballroom

London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf

A stylish, adaptable event space in a former Edwardian town hall, perfect for various gatherings.

Bethnal Hall can be adapted to fit virtually any specifications you may have in mind for a beautifully executed event, such as a gala Christmas gathering, a fun birthday celebration, or a productive corporate event. The large space offers 190 square metres of space, plenty of room for up to 200 guests or delegates. The walls very discreetly recess into the ceiling to divide the room into four smaller areas. The original 1930s decor, gleaming wooden flooring, and warm lighting will make you and your guests feel comfortable and welcome. 

Gourmet appetizer display at Bethnal Hall, perfect for receptions and cocktail hours.

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Elegant dining table at Bethnal Hall, perfect for corporate dinners and celebrations.

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Gourmet appetizers display at Bethnal Hall, perfect for upscale events and networking.