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Manchester City Centre offers a vibrant selection of quirky conference venues, perfect for organisations seeking a unique setting for their corporate events. These venues blend Manchester's industrial heritage with modern innovation, providing an inspiring backdrop that fosters creativity and engagement.

There are plenty of tube, train and bus stations dotted around the City, so accessibility is no problem for organisers.

TRANSPORT

The City of London is an area that has been settled since the Romans founded Londinium in 43 AD.

HISTORY

The City is home to the headquarters of many major banks and businesses, as well as the London Stock Exchange.

CULTURE

The City of London is a region located in the heart of London and is one of the most important and historic regions of the capital. It is home to numerous world-class venues such as the Guildhall or Barbican, making it a popular choice for events such as conferences, meetings or away days. In addition to these traditional venues, there are also many unique historical landmarks throughout the city that are ideal settings for special events like weddings or private parties.

The City of London also has an intersting history and is home to many landmarks and points of interest. It is one of the world's most renowned financial hubs, and has been at the heart of global commerce for centuries. Its history stretches back to the Roman period, when it was founded as a trading post known as Londinium. Additionally, it is very well-connected, with excellent transport links via tube, train or bus, making it easy to get around. Whether you're looking for a bustling metropolis full of history or a modern hub with excellent transport links, the City of London has something for everyone.

City Centre

Manchester has a rich and varied history, from its industrial heritage to its role in the UK music scene.

From the historic buildings of the city centre to the iconic Old Trafford stadium, there are plenty of landmarks to discover.

LANDMARKS

With a lively music scene, a wealth of museums and art galleries, and a diverse range of restaurants, Manchester has plenty to offer.

Manchester, in the North West of England, has been a major settlement for centuries and has plenty of history to show for it. Its events scene is world-renowned, with something going on every night of the week. From live music and club nights to comedy shows and theatre performances, there’s always something to do in Manchester. The city is also home to a number of excellent venues for events, including the Manchester Arena, O2 Apollo Manchester and Albert Hall. There’s a great community feel in Manchester, making it the perfect place to hold an event.

Manchester

Discover quirky conference venues in Manchester City Centre that inspire creativity and engagement for your corporate events.

Quirky Conference Venues in Manchester City Centre

Quirky Conference Venues

White-walled blank canvas Great Hall with high ceilings, natural daylight, integrated AV and Steinway piano. Theatre-style for 190, from £17 per person daily.

The Great Hall is our largest and most flexible space. This white-walled blank canvas with high ceilings, natural daylight (blackout optional), fully integrated AV and high speed internet is suitable for all corporate and private functions, from conferences, seminars, live streamed presentation and IT training to fashion shows, product launches or a glamorous wedding reception, cocktail party or Bar Mitzvah. The ceiling trusses can accommodate additional lighting or a rig for aerial performance.

Great Hall at The Hellenic Centre, elegantly set for weddings and formal gatherings.

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Great Hall fashion presentation with models on sculptural platforms, showcasing creativity.

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Great Hall at The Hellenic Centre, elegant decor for upscale networking events.

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Great Hall at The Hellenic Centre, vibrant networking event with modern art.

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Great Hall at The Hellenic Centre set for a tasting event with inviting wooden decor.

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Reception

Events

Great Hall

London

The Hellenic Centre

Historic Grade II listed venue near Bank station with Venetian-inspired Members Room, up to 50 theatre-style, from £1,800 per day for quirky conferences.

The meeting rooms at One Moorgate Place offer versatile options for all types of business events. With eight rooms available, we can accommodate everything from one-on-one meetings to large-scale gatherings. Some rooms can be combined to host up to 50 guests, perfect for seminars, team-building sessions, or market research. 

Each room is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including Wi-Fi, video conferencing, satellite TV, and presentation screens, ensuring a seamless experience. Catering is also available in all rooms.

Modern conference room at One Moorgate Place with ergonomic chairs and elegant lighting.

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Modern meeting room at One Moorgate Place with sleek furniture for professional events.

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Modern meeting room at One Moorgate Place, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

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Modern conference room at One Moorgate Place, ideal for professional meetings and presentations.

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Meeting room at One Moorgate Place with modern seating and elegant lighting for professional events.

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Theatre

Business

Meeting rooms

One Moorgate Place

Historic cricket ground's 300-capacity suite with pitch views, ideal for quirky conferences. 4 mins from Vauxhall station. From £51pp for day delegate packages.

The 175 suite is in our new stand, it is the largest space in stadium, it can hold up to 700 delegates theatre stye with floor to ceiling glass along the pitch facing walls. Included in the room is an organisers office as well as a viewing platform, perfect for pre-dinner entertainment. This room has access onto a private terrace as well as direct access into the Pavilion for breakout spaces.
This space is also perfect for private dining, banquets and networking events.

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175 suite 

Kia Oval

Kia Oval - 175 Suite

400-capacity stadium suite with panoramic pitch views, ideal for quirky conferences. 5 mins from Fulham Broadway. Theatre to cabaret layouts. From £62pp day delegate rate

The Canoville Suite is an excellent option for conferences and meetings with breathtaking views overlooking the pitch. The Canoville Suite can accommodate up to 250 delegates in a cabaret layout and 400 delegates in a theatre style layout.

The space also features direct access into the stands allowing guests to enjoy some fresh air during their breaks.

Our catering partners levy are onsite and can offer an excellent range of catering options to suit your event. Whether its a grab-and-go style lunch or a street food concept we will ensure your delegates are fed and watered throughout.


Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC: modern meeting space with stadium views for corporate events.

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Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC: modern event space with sports field view for corporate meetings.

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Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC, spacious banquet venue with round tables for events.

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Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC: modern event space with stadium views for corporate meetings.

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Canoville Suite at Chelsea FC, spacious venue for conferences and banquets with natural light.

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Canoville Suite 

Chelsea Football Club

Tech City conference space with dual projectors, up to 90 theatre-style, flexible layouts for quirky corporate events, from £15,000 daily hire.

Nestled between ALT and BACKSPACE, our SHIFT room can accommodate  up to 80 attendees in theatre setup. The room comes equipped with a projector. 

This room is only available as part of a Full Venue Hire.

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Shift

CodeNode

CodeNode Shift

Grade II listed Law Society venue with ornate Persian enamel frieze, 100-capacity classroom setup, high-tech AV included, from £150 per person for conference packages.

The Council Chamber offers audio visual facilities to rival any London venue. With its tiered ergonomic seating, each with access to power and data, this third-floor space is ideal for training sessions, screenings and video conferences. 
A breakout room located adjacent to the Council Chamber is also provided when hiring this room. 

Council Chamber at 113 Chancery Lane, spacious meeting room for conferences and workshops.

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Classroom

The Council Chamber

113 Chancery Lane 

113 Chancery Lane - The Council Chamber

Historic London medical society venue with 30-capacity boardroom library, LCD screen, near Oxford Circus. From £900 daily for unique heritage conference setting.

The Marcus Beck Library is one of the many heritage treasures found at 1 Wimple Street. This private meeting room dates back to 1912 and has a large library of rare medical books lining the walls. The room seats up to 30 people in a unique horse-shoe formation and features impressive oak parquet flooring,  a marble fireplace and air conditioning. Due to its historic heritage, this room sets itself apart, making it the perfect location for formal board meetings, corporate dinners, and both online and hybrid presentations, training and team building. 

Marcus Beck Library conference room with oval table, ideal for executive meetings.

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U-shaped conference room at Marcus Beck Library with modern AV equipment for hybrid meetings.

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Marcus Beck Library meeting room with circular table, ideal for professional gatherings.

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Marcus Beck Library meeting room with circular table, ideal for executive meetings and planning.

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U-Shaped

Marcus Beck Library 

1 Wimpole Street

Historic football stadium conference space in South London with theatre-style seating for 250, private bar, natural daylight, from £650 daily venue hire.

Your wedding reception is a key part to your special day, where friends and family all come together to enjoy food, company and drinks. The sophisticated Stanley Stephenson Lounge is the perfect space to celebrate, with the ability to seat up to 180 people. The beautiful private bar creates the perfect place for guests to enjoy drinks, and ask us about adding in a dance floor, or hiring a DJ to make sure your day is perfect. With a variety of wedding menu's and drinks packages to choose from, you are able to tailor your day exactly how you want.

Stanley Stephenson Lounge event table with wine, glassware, and festive decor at Selhurst Park.

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Elegant banquet table setup in Stanley Stephenson Lounge, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Chilled champagne in ice at Stanley Stephenson Lounge, Crystal Palace event celebration.

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Elegant banquet table setup in Stanley Stephenson Lounge, Selhurst Park for formal events.

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"Elegant catering at Stanley Stephenson Lounge, Selhurst Park for events and gatherings."

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Weddings

Stanley Stephenson Lounge

Selhurst Park Stadium, Crystal Palace Football Club

Selhurst Park Stadium - Stanley Stephenson

Art deco MacMillan Hall in Bloomsbury accommodates 220 theatre-style, ideal for quirky conferences. From £70pp day delegate rate, 5 mins from Russell Square station.

As one of London's largest flat floor spaces, MacMillan Hall is perfectly suited to banquets, private dining, gala dinners, and more. 

The space has a capacity of 130 for dining events. It is fully equipped for programmable lighting, full network access, and a new energy-efficient heating system. 

With the adjacent Beveridge Hall and Crush Hall, you have an inspiring and integrated venue complete for pre-drinks or a reception. 

Elegant dinner event at MacMillan Hall, University of London, with floral centerpieces.

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Catering setup at MacMillan Hall, University of London for elegant events and celebrations.

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Dining 

MacMillan Hall - Senate House

University of London Venues

The MacMillan Hall - Senate House

1000-capacity tiered auditorium opposite Euston Station, ideal for large conferences with dedicated AV, wheelchair access, from £6,750 for full-day exclusive hire.

The largest meeting space in Euston, it can seat up to 1000 delegates and is available in four customisable layouts - Theatre, Banquet, Exhibition and Cabaret. Ideal for conferences and networking events. 


Spacious auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and lectures at Friends House.

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Versatile event space with tiered seating for conferences and workshops.

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Modern auditorium with tiered seating for meetings and conferences in Friends House.

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Spacious auditorium with tiered seating, perfect for conferences and workshops.

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Elegant outdoor event space at The Light in Friends House with manicured lawn and banners.

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The Light

Friends House 

Friends House - The Light

Artist-designed meeting rooms with Battersea Power Station views, accommodating up to 250 reception-style. Day delegate packages from £65, minimum spends from £1,000 for 

Creative Room 1-3 based on the lower ground floor of art'otel London Battersea, and can be used with the private breakout space outside to creative the perfect creative space for your next event. 

The quirky cool space with unique art work lends itself perfectly to meetings, conferences, board meetings, workshops and training. 

Creative Room 1-3 at art'otel London, U-shaped table, ideal for meetings and brainstorming.

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Stylish meeting room with long table, pink walls, ideal for events and brainstorming.

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Event space in art'otel London with round tables, ideal for meetings and networking.

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Elegant event space with round tables in art'otel London Battersea Power Station.

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Stylish event space with round tables and pink walls at art'otel London Battersea.

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Creative Room 1-3

art'otel London Battersea Power Station

Glass-walled Clerkenwell venue with double-height atrium, ideal for quirky conferences. Seats 150 theatre-style, 5 mins from Farringdon. From £165 per person including ca

The stylish Clerkenwell Kitchen is the perfect space for private dinners, summer or Christmas parties and events for up to 150 people. 

Transformed to suit your brief, our chefs are experts at whipping up sensational, seasonal menus for any occasion. We understand that every celebration is different and special, therefore we work with you to design your own bespoke package.

Whether you need a quick nibble with a glass of something cold at the end of the day, or a sumptuous feast in stylish surroundings, rest assured that we cook and prepare seasonal, fresh produce. 

Elegant dining table at Clerkenwell Kitchen for corporate dinner or intimate event.

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Beautifully plated dish at Clerkenwell Kitchen for upscale events and gatherings.

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Elegant dining table with flowers at Clerkenwell Kitchen for corporate events.

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Elegant dining setup at Clerkenwell Kitchen with floral centerpiece for events.

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Vibrant fresh salads at Clerkenwell Kitchen for healthy event catering.

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Clerkenwell Kitchen

Wallacespace Clerkenwell Green

Specialised training facility with CCTV monitoring, drop microphones and control suite. Classroom for 168 delegates, 2 minutes from Euston Station. From £96 per delegate.

Our Scenario Based Learning and Assessment Centre at 30 Euston Square offers a dedicated space for business related one-on-one events, including meetings, trainings, assessments, exams and workshops. 

Accessed via a private entrance on Euston Road, the centre provides a controlled and secluded environment with 42 individual training rooms. It features two reception areas, two briefing rooms for up to 45 delegates each, and designated break-out areas, all located in the west wing. 

The centre can be fully integrated with the venue's other meeting and event spaces for added flexibility.

Modern corridor at Scenario Assessment Centre with blue lighting, ideal for corporate events.

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Bright minimalist meeting space with large windows at Scenario Assessment Centre, ideal for collaboration.

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Modern break area at Scenario Assessment Centre, ideal for meetings and networking events.

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Minimalist workspace at Scenario Assessment Centre, ideal for meetings and brainstorming.

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Digital clock and conference phone in meeting space at Scenario Assessment Centre, Euston Square.