6 Networking Venues That'll Seal the Deal

7 Stunning London Wedding Venues for 2024

Unique Venue of the Month: Madame Tussauds

6 Wedding Venues with Summery Outdoor Spaces

Getting hitched on a budget? Try these simple reception hacks

Venue Review: Imperial College

Venue Review: London Palladium

Lee Valley VeloPark: From Olympic Gold to Event-Hosting Victory

Looking for a fabulous formal venue for your next event in London? Here's a selection of the best venues for formal occasions, loved by professional event organisers across the city. Make sure upcoming conference, dinner or board meeting is hosted at the right setting, whatever your guest list. Contact our expert team for a tailored service, totally free! Just let us know your key requirements and we'll find the perfect venue for bringing your next formal event to life. If you like our formal venue selection category, you can even instantly request a reviewing via the venue page and be seeing it in the flesh in no time, leaving you more valuable time to work on creating a great event for your attendees. 

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

London is a city that needs no introduction. It’s a global hub for business, finance, fashion and the arts, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It’s also an excellent place to hold an event, with a huge range of venues to choose from. From the iconic O2 Arena and Wembley Stadium to more intimate spaces like the Royal Albert Hall and Roundhouse, London has a venue to suit every event. And with a wealth of hotels, restaurants and bars, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to entertaining your guests.

London

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

United Kingdom

When it comes to venues for a formal occasion, London is king. From Livery Halls seeped in history to stunning ballrooms, the city has it all.

Formal Venues

Formal Event Venues

Discover The Bloomsbury Ballroom, a top choice for formal events in London. Perfect for corporate gatherings and elegant occasions.

Flexible event spaces all adorned in Art Deco theming, The Ballroom at The Bloomsbury Ballroom is a stunning venue perfect for a variety of occasions. Nestled in the heart of Bloomsbury, just a stone's throw from London's vibrant West End, this iconic space can accommodate up to 700 guests in a reception-style layout. Whether you're planning a corporate event, an elegant wedding, a glamorous award ceremony, or a dynamic product launch, our dedicated events team will tailor bespoke packages to meet your needs. With high ceilings and listed features that evoke the grandeur of the 1920s, The Ballroom offers a unique event experience that will leave a lasting impression. Elevate your gathering with live cabaret shows or host a fashion show in this atmospheric setting. Choose The Bloomsbury Ballroom for an unforgettable event in one of London's most unusual venues.

Spacious Bloomsbury Ballroom with polished floors, ideal for events and receptions.

utd0nquzkf1.jpeg

b3vdaaqydrm.jpg

3xlf1nrb2vv.jpg

ykmhdjizxix.jpg

0bn32liun4a.jpeg

Reception

Events

The Ballroom

The Bloomsbury Ballroom 

Formal Event Venue - The Bloomsbury Ballroom

Discover The Brewery in London, perfect for formal events. Elegant Georgian windows & versatile spaces for up to 100 guests.

The Sugar Rooms, where the brewing sugar was stored, have natural daylight through elegant feature Georgian windows that overlook the courtyard. The rooms can host up to 100 guests for a standing reception. The lower Sugar Room is often used as a reception area and the upper sugar Room as the main meeting space. Both can be used as separate breakout spaces for larger events or together as more flowing space for networking. There is solid oak flooring in both rooms and exposed wooden beams in the upper Sugar Room. 

Elegant gala event space with bold drapery and dynamic lighting at The Sugar Rooms.

5bw303uzqnd.png

Elegant event space with white furniture and blue lighting, ideal for upscale gatherings.

c5dhjvtpjdp.jpg

Vibrant British-themed event space with bold seating, ideal for gatherings and parties.

fxlhlto1xxv.jpg

Elegant event space at The Sugar Rooms with celestial decor for networking and gatherings.

tbauvh4r1a5.jpg

Vibrant event space with colorful lanterns, perfect for celebrations and corporate gatherings.

sr1vfjrh05x.jpg

Dining

The Sugar Rooms

The Brewery

The Brewery - Formal Event Venue

Discover RSA House, a top choice for formal events in London. Elegant spaces perfect for meetings and receptions.

Benjamin Franklin Room is ideal for theatre and cabaret styles meetings and drinks receptions. Spacious and elegant, this ground-floor room has recently been refurbished to the highest standards. The room features a stunning chandelier designed by Troika and two original Adam fireplaces. Close to the entrance, cloakroom this room is easily accessible for all guests. 

Elegant meeting room with long table, ideal for professional events at RSA House.

je1z2atp5u5.jpg

Elegant Benjamin Franklin Room at RSA House, perfect for corporate events and meetings.

2eafyen2bss.jpg

Elegant event space in The Benjamin Franklin Room, perfect for networking and gatherings.

zrnryb5k0wa.jpg

Elegant Benjamin Franklin Room in RSA House, perfect for networking events and receptions.

55zhsbz3s1q.jpg

Elegant Benjamin Franklin Room with columns, perfect for receptions and meetings.

mkrlyjke3da.jpg

Buffet

Business

The Benjamin Franklin Room

RSA House

Formal Event Venue at RSA House

Discover London Museum Spaces, perfect for formal events in London. Host receptions, dinners, conferences & more in a historic setting.

The whole of London Museum Spaces is available to hire for a variety of corporate events. Whether you plan to host a corporate drinks reception for up to 600 people, a networking dinner for 350 guests, a conference or team building workshop for 240 delegates, or a board meeting for 12, our venue is the ideal location. 

Vibrant London Museum event space with dynamic lighting and networking opportunities.

ibgkv1cal5w.jpg

Modern venue at Museum of London, ideal for events and receptions in urban setting.

4a0peftq241.JPG

Elegant event space in London Museum with round tables and floral centerpieces.

nbjdfci51jd.jpg

Modern meeting space in London Museum with sleek chairs, ideal for presentations and events.

f0jbx5txutc.jpg

Outdoor networking event at London Museum Spaces with lush greenery and seating.

s1kcazuigwn.jpg

Whole Venue

London Museum Spaces

London Museum Spaces for Formal Events

Discover Plaisterers’ Hall, a top choice for formal events in London. Ideal for corporate functions with versatile spaces.

City venue Plaisterers’ Hall includes a variety of event spaces which are suited to corporate events large and small. The spaces include the large Great Hall, which is best suited to presentations, awards ceremonies and road shows, and smaller adjoining spaces such as the Mott & Humber rooms, Livery Hall and Reception space. The range of rooms allows great flexibility for corporate entertaining. You could use the spaces individually or create an event that makes use of the entire venue – smaller spaces are perfect for breakout rooms, catering areas and that seperate drinks reception space.

qygw1ilko54.jpg

tpum4cth43z.jpg

3rfuwvhaiz1.jpg

rpgqog32vrs.png

j5dqtyhivw5.jpg

Standing

The Great Hall

Plaisterers’ Hall

Plaisterers’ Hall - Premier Formal Event Venue

Discover Glaziers Hall, a top choice for formal events in London. Ideal for conferences and meetings with state-of-the-art facilities.

The Banqueting Hall is a versatile and flexible space for conferences, AGM's, seminars, workshops, meetings, town hall and team meetings for up to 300 guests. It also features an adjoining foyer, for registration.

The Banqueting Hall can be used in conjunction with the River Room for catering space. With excellent audio-visual facilities and pin spot lighting, the Hall can be used to dramatic effect or there is the opportunity to enhance your branding.

Glaziers Hall has cutting edge 1gb wired internet and WiFi 6 allowing over 300 active devices at any one time at 100mbps up/download. 

Modern Banqueting Hall at Glaziers Hall, ideal for conferences and panel discussions.

m0fnx1yv501.jpg

Elegant Banqueting Hall setup for conferences with spacious layout and chandelier lighting.

5nymbuhiwyi.jpg

Elegant Banqueting Hall with chandeliers, perfect for corporate conferences and seminars.

vuzdzhwbi2z.jpg

Banqueting Hall at Glaziers Hall: elegant corporate event space with chandeliers.

nobxlrwvbtr.jpg

Elegant Banqueting Hall at Glaziers Hall, perfect for corporate events and conferences.

e2nz5csuoow.jpg

Banqueting Hall

Glaziers Hall

Glaziers Hall - Premier Formal Event Venue

Discover The River Room at One Whitehall Place, a premier formal event venue in London with stunning views of the Thames.

The River Room on 2nd floor of One Whitehall Place offers a stunning backdrop to your drinks reception or private dinner. With views over Whitehall Gardens, London Eye and River Thames, the wooden-panelled River Room is perfect for formal and informal dinner parties. 

This can be hired as one room, or in conjunction with 
other rooms on the 2nd floor for exclusive use

Elegant spiral staircase in River Room, perfect for upscale weddings and corporate events.

r2bcdtlvolc.JPG

Elegant banquet room at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

00nj3zl3mje.JPG

Elegant River Room at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, perfect for receptions and meetings.

fcas1gbt1rl.jpg

Elegant banquet hall with wood paneling, ideal for corporate dinners and formal events.

id5k5ywpjlu.JPG

Elegant dining room at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, perfect for gala dinners and corporate events.

5rizjlortp0.jpg

River Room

The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place

Formal Event Venue at The Royal Horseguards

Discover the iconic Long Room at Lord's in London for your formal event. Perfect for elegant dining and receptions.

The Long Room, fronting the Pavilion, is a world-famous sight at Lord’s – international cricket players pass through it on their way onto and off the field of play. A magnificent backdrop for elegant Christmas parties, private dining, lunches and receptions, it has high, ornate ceilings and is fronted by glass. Its walls are lined with fine paintings celebrating the game from the 18th century to the present day. The adjoining Long Room Bar can also be used as a characterful drinks reception area.

Long Room at Lord's Cricket Ground, elegant dining for formal events and galas.

4frfef4zdzf.jpg

Elegant Long Room at Lord's Cricket Ground, ideal for formal dinners and corporate events.

3n1s1o4ggaa.jpg

Long Room at Lord's Cricket Ground, bright venue for corporate events and celebrations.

54qxp4eyw5y.jpg

Long Room at Lord's Cricket Ground, elegant banquet hall for corporate events and dinners.

ff5aajuza4g.jpg

Long Room at Lord's Cricket Ground, elegant venue for upscale cocktail events.

d2qvc3jljai.jpg

Long Room

Lord's Cricket Ground

Formal Event Venue at Lord's Cricket Ground

Discover the Sapphire Room at Jeru, a premier formal event venue in Mayfair, London. Perfect for corporate galas and elegant occasions.

Elevate your events at Sapphire Room, an experience woven with sophistication. From corporate galas to weddings, our venue provides an exquisite ambience. Meticulous details and elegant decor create an unforgettable atmosphere, ensuring every event is etched in memories.  Let your special occasion speak for itself in the heart of Mayfair, where sophistication meets celebration. 

Elegant Sapphire Room in Jeru, featuring a long banquet table for formal events.

1uz3zpz5m2b.jpg

Elegant dining table in Sapphire Room, Jeru - perfect for intimate gatherings and corporate dinners.

zgwddgfoshn.jpg

Sapphire Room dining setup with elegant decor for corporate events and private gatherings.

5yff3p5jamc.jpg

Sapphire Room

Jeru 

Sapphire Room at Jeru - Formal Event Venue

Discover 30 Euston Square, a premier formal event venue in London. Ideal for conferences, meetings & more with stunning city views.

The stunning State Rooms provide an alternative space for a conferences, meetings, workshops, training sessions, AGMs or exhibitions. The impressive Moooi lighting and adjoining Rooftop Terrace with its city views always provide a WOW factor.

The rooms are highly adaptable, accommodating theatre, boardroom, cabaret and U-shape layouts, with built-in Av for seamless presentations.

As a separate space from the main room, the smaller room adjoining the Rooftop Terrace is ideal for breakouts, perfect for refreshments, lunch breaks and networking.



Modern event space with elegant chandeliers for meetings and presentations at 30 Euston Square.

5asunbkwtn0.png

Professional meeting in modern conference room at 30 Euston Square, engaging speaker.

wwptz4v3ak3.jpg

State Rooms & Rooftop Terrace with elegant round tables for corporate meetings.

s3xjjajlfmu.jpg

State Rooms meeting room with sleek table, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

omwoohbuskk.png

State Rooms & Rooftop Terrace: modern meeting space for corporate events and workshops.

b5vye4me55i.jpg

The State Rooms & Rooftop Terrace

30 Euston Square

30 Euston Square - Formal Event Venue

Discover 116 Pall Mall, a stunning formal event venue in London with opulent decor and a private terrace. Perfect for prestigious events.

The Carlton Room on the ground floor used to be the smoking room of the United Service Club.  It is adorned with many rich decorative features including the dramatic Ionic columns in the centre of the room.  These are finished in scagliola; a skillful plaster treatment designed to imitate marble and add to the splendour in the room.  The walls are also covered by gold leaf on linen; a very expensive and delicate treatment enriching the overall impression of opulence.

The south facing doors open onto a private terrace with views across the garden. 

Elegant banquet table in Carlton Room, 116 Pall Mall, perfect for upscale events and celebrations.

h5vxnos1ikp.jpg

Elegant Carlton Room banquet hall at 116 Pall Mall, perfect for weddings and gala dinners.

pfjp3og4kgu.jpg

Elegant outdoor event setup at Carlton Room, 116 Pall Mall with blue table linens.

1ts0wjiw0eh.jpg

Elegant Carlton Room staircase at 116 Pall Mall, perfect for receptions and formal events.

llote32axrr.jpg

Stylish couple in matching "Just Married" denim jackets at Carlton Room wedding.

io04ynbkxqj.jpg

Weddings

Carlton Room

116 Pall Mall

116 Pall Mall - Elegant Formal Venue

Discover [10-11] Carlton House Terrace, a top choice for formal events in London with elegant settings and stunning views.

The Reading Room is perfect for private dinners because the room has a wonderful high ornate ceiling, a central chandelier, large windows and a stunning view of the Mall over to Horse Guards Parade.

The alcove section in the Reading Room is perfect for a pre-dinner reception and the main space can either be a boardroom dinner or on our round tables.

Elegant dining room with floral decor, perfect for formal dinners and corporate events.

4yqigi04tov.jpg

Elegant Reading Room at Carlton House Terrace, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

dabtgi5djz0.jpg

Dining 

Reading Room

{10-11} Carlton House Terrace

Formal Event Venue at Carlton House

Discover The Landmark London, a premier formal event venue in the heart of London. Perfect for elegant occasions and professional gatherings.

Designed for luxury and efficiency, we care. 

Perfect for three-days conferences with accommodation needs or incentive travel groups stays. 

30 minutes from London Heathrow Airport and 15 minutes from Kings Cross St Pancras station. 

Featuring five out of eleven of the largest event spaces on the ground floor, the hotel ensures a seamless event flow with easy access to all conference areas, an attended cloakroom, complimentary registration and a foyer area. 

-Filled with natural daylight
-Street-level loading bays
-Sustainable menus
-No additoinal charges for own AV 


Grand Ballroom at The Landmark London, elegant meeting space with round tables for corporate events.

hszj3se5j0g.jpg

Doorman in formal attire at The Landmark London Grand Ballroom entrance for upscale events.

weea2zr1sir.jpg

Grand Ballroom at The Landmark London with ornate arches, perfect for upscale events.

Formal Event Venues in London

Trending Formal Event Venues in London