The Forge

London Stadium (Home to West Ham United and London 2012 Olympics)

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Elegant dining setup at The Forge, London Stadium for corporate events and receptions.
  • From £75 per person
  • 400 Reception
  • Stratford
  • From £75 per person
  • 400 Reception
  • Stratford
The Forge combines Olympic heritage with City views and a dedicated hardwood dancefloor, creating an unforgettable venue experience in London's iconic stadium.
Anna Suñé Urbistondo
Anna Suñé Urbistondo

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Stadium tours available
  • Easy access for load-in
  • Natural light throughout
  • Stylish upholstered furnishings
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows with City of London views
  • Hardwood dancefloor in centre of space
  • In-built LCD screens
  • Private room with flexible layout

Located on the first floors with views across the City of London, The Forge is a sophisticated venue perfect for dinners, receptions, special events, Christmas parties and even School Proms! The room showcases a refined aesthetic with feature lighting, beautifully upholstered furnishings and floor to ceiling windows for ample natural light. There is hard wood flooring in the middle of the space which lends itself perfectly for the ultimate dancefloor, with tables and chairs in the surrounding space. You can make this space suit any event, whether formal or informal.




Frequently asked questions

The Forge costs £6,000 plus VAT for a 9am-5pm hire, with evening rates varying by event type. The Arnold Hills is £3,500 plus VAT for 9am-5pm hire and includes floor-to-ceiling windows with stadium views plus balcony access. Additional spaces like The Royal East cost £1,750-£2,500 plus VAT depending on the booking.

Day delegate packages range from Bronze Medal at £52-£85 plus VAT per person (includes arrival refreshments, breaks, bowl food lunch) to Gold Medal at £81-£103.20 plus VAT per person (adds breakfast rolls, upgraded lunch options). Evening dining packages start at £110 plus VAT per person including 3-course dinner, half bottle of wine, and arrival drink.

The Great Briton and The Academy combined can accommodate 300 delegates theatre style or 200 cabaret style. The Forge holds up to 200 for banquets, while The Arnold Hills accommodates 100-150 depending on setup. Breakout rooms like BM6 hold smaller groups of 15-40 people.

Basic AV is available through partner Eclipse with packages starting around £1,650 plus VAT for standard setups. The Arnold Hills package includes screens, projectors, and PA systems. Additional technical support and specialized equipment incur extra charges, with full AV packages ranging from £1,650-£5,458 plus VAT depending on requirements.

The venue has blackout dates during West Ham home matches and major concerts like Iron Maiden. Pack-down periods following large events also restrict availability. Events cannot be booked during these periods, so flexibility with dates is essential for securing bookings.

Cloakroom attendants cost £1,080 plus VAT for full-day events when required. VAT at 20% applies to all venue hire and catering costs. Setup days incur additional charges - typically 70% of the main event day rate. Some spaces require minimum spends rather than flat hire fees.

Setup can begin from 7-8am on event day, with earlier access available the night before for an additional charge (typically 70% of day rate). The venue offers easy load-in access for equipment and coaches. Build days are charged separately when required for complex setups.

Charity events may receive discounted rates - UNICEF received pricing around £79.20 plus VAT per person compared to standard rates. Multi-day bookings and larger events often receive percentage discounts (30-35% mentioned in some quotes). Specific discount structures vary by event type and size.

Stadium tours can be included in packages, particularly for corporate events and parties. The Arnold Hills includes balcony access where guests can sit in the stadium stands for photos. Many spaces offer floor-to-ceiling windows with views across London and the stadium pitch.

Bookings require initial discussions with account managers to confirm availability and requirements. Final numbers cannot always be confirmed until close to the event date, with minimum guarantees typically required. Payment terms and deposit requirements are established during the booking process but specific timelines are not detailed in standard communications.




More about London Stadium (Home to West Ham United and London 2012 Olympics)

From interviews to awards dinners, birthday parties to meetings, product launches to wedding receptions...London Stadium has a variety of solutions to meet most requirements. The venue spaces are unique, stylish and flexible and have been designed to reflect the successes of the stadium and incorporate the history of The Olympics in 2012 and West Ham United Football Club whilst also looking into the future.

They are all inspirational spaces that will leave great memories for guests and delegates for many years to come.