London’s dotted with venues full of character, but some of the best spots go a little further by offering unrivalled legacy too. Read on for our selection of the top historic venues for meetings, and get ready to turn an average event into an extraordinary experience.
1. Vision Hall
Combine luxury with versatility: if it’s a unique meeting room you’re after, you really can’t do better than Vision Hall, with its spectacular architecture, high-end finish, and top spec AV. Whether yours is a conference, exhibition or team day, it’s a stylish setting that’s sure to impress. One thing’s for sure, with 20,000 square feet of flexible space, you’re not going to be stuck for room, and with premium catering through Rhubarb, you’ll be served up more than a dollop of mouthwateringly impressive dishes. We told you this one was special…
Location: Kings Cross
Capacity: 420 Cabaret
2. BMA House
Add a touch of elegance to your meetings in this purpose-built space, designed with both aesthetics and functionality in mind. Offering plenty of natural light and elegantly traditional decor, it's managed to stay at the cutting edge when it comes to AV, featuring a built-in screen, projector, and PA system. Located in the centre of London, with plenty of transport links, it's a convenient choice just as much as a stylish one, and it's sure to have guests hooked long before your agenda begins.
Location: Bloomsbury
Capacity: 28 Cabaret
3. One Moorgate Place
You’ll want to hurry for this one: One Moorgate Place dates back to 1903, and every corner of this Grade II listed building tells a story. From its grand entrance and stained-glass windows to its opulent Victorian design flourishes, you’ll barely have to open your mouth to impress your clients. And it’s not all about the history. Inside, you’ll find an abundance of high-spec conference and meeting spaces that are just waiting for you to unleash your world domination plans!
Location: Moorgate Place
Capacity: 32 Boardroom
4. The HAC (Honourable Artillery Company)
Now this is the kind of place where you’ll get knighted for having the best meeting of the year! The HAC, dating back to 1537, is like a time capsule of London’s military history. It’s got cannons in the garden (yes, real-life cannons!) and a stunning Georgian house where your grand-nanny would’ve loved to throw a ball. The spaces range from lavish rooms with chandeliers and wood panelling, to modern suites with all the mod-cons for presentations and strategy sessions.
Location: Old Street
Capacity: 240 Cabaret
5. The Landmark London
Step into the glossy pages of a period drama at this opulent baroque property. Emblazoned with classical plasterwork and domed ceilings, The Landmark London turns events into luxury affairs. With dedicated conference spaces and 5-star service, this glorious hotel is an elevated setting for any meeting that’ll put attendees in the mood to get down to business. Offering flexible seating formats to cater to any layout, and suitably grand fixtures, this is a truly exceptional venue for groups of all sizes - and with oodles of rooms for attendees to unwind in, delegates are bound to want to come back!
Location: Marylebone
Capacity: 190 Classroom
Whether you’re after scaling up your event or keeping things more intimate, there are plenty of historic venues to choose from and each one will truly put your meeting in the spotlight.
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Breathe new life into your meeting by giving your attendees the chance to get lost in London’s long long history - sounds like a no-brainer to us!
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Bradley Mezei
Bradley Mezei is an Account Executive at Hire Space with a passion for venue finding and events. With 8+ years in sales, he brings expertise and creativity to every project.
