Academic Venues in Central London

An iconic central landmark of London's great Georgian heritage, with 5 floors of event space and endless opportunities

116 Pall Mall is an iconic central landmark of London’s great Georgian heritage located just minutes from Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus. This magnificently restored Grade I listed building of... Read more 116 Pall Mall is an iconic central landmark of London’s great Georgian heritage located just minutes from Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus. This magnificently restored Grade I listed building offers a flexible and versatile venue for hire in London and is ideal for conferences, exhibitions, weddings, dinners, awards ceremonies, corporate events, filming, fashion shows and more. 116 is a truly unique venue, with seven specially designed function rooms that range from the elaborate and traditional to understated and elegant. The grand staircase area reflects the building’s Regency grandeur and exclusive hire of the whole building is available at weekends. 116 Pall Mall, offers the perfect central London venue, a stones throw from Charing Cross, Piccadilly and Embankment stations. Show less

Standing
1500

Theatre
350

Dining
250

A hidden gem on the bank of the river Thames

Arundel House is owned by the International Institute for Strategic Studies and is perfectly situated just opposite Temple underground station. With great views over the river Thames, Arundel House is... Read more Arundel House is owned by the International Institute for Strategic Studies and is perfectly situated just opposite Temple underground station. With great views over the river Thames, Arundel House is the perfect venue to host your conference, dinner or drinks reception. The rooms are light and spacious and stylishly decorated. Show less

Standing
225

Theatre
180

Cabaret
80

Contemporary retail experience and changeable story space

Located at 62–64 Southampton Row HELLO LOVE is a contemporary retail experience and changeable story space that gives artists and brands a place to co-create and present. The venue is spread bet... Read more Located at 62–64 Southampton Row HELLO LOVE is a contemporary retail experience and changeable story space that gives artists and brands a place to co-create and present. The venue is spread between a ground floor and basement and is ideal for Pop-Ups, Product Launches, Sample Sales and Press Days Large floor to ceiling windows present an immersive experience to the steady flow of traffic between Holborn, Russell Sq. and the British Museum. Show less

Standing
160

Theatre
75

Dining
50

Innovative and sustainable venue in the heart of Shoreditch

The Trampery Old is an events venue offering a 2000sqft black canvas space along with 4 meeting rooms for events of all sizes. With a 500Mbps wifi connection and AV in every room, we can accommodate l... Read more The Trampery Old is an events venue offering a 2000sqft black canvas space along with 4 meeting rooms for events of all sizes. With a 500Mbps wifi connection and AV in every room, we can accommodate live and hybrid events alike. Only 2 minutes walk from Old Street Underground Station or a 15-minute walk from Liverpool Street Station, our venue is in the heart of Shoreditch and Tech City. The Trampery is B Corp certified and Good Business Charter Accredited. Sustainability is very important to us, this is why our preferred supplier list features ethical local suppliers throughout. When you book a meeting room or event with The Trampery you are actively supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs to access workspace and business support. Since 2017, revenue from their event spaces and meeting rooms has helped provide 489 entrepreneurs with workspace and business support! Show less

Standing
200

Theatre
180

Dining
100

A unique venue with amazing Literary history in St James's Square

The London Library is available for evening hire for a range of corporate events, including networking, dinners, receptions, awards, presentations, launches and celebrations, with an en... Read more The London Library is available for evening hire for a range of corporate events, including networking, dinners, receptions, awards, presentations, launches and celebrations, with an enviable location directly off St James's Square and a minutes walk from Piccadilly and Pall Mall.  The Library's stunning façade hides a wealth of beautiful 19th century interiors, including the Reading Room, which is available for up to 200 guests, the Issue Hall for pre-dinner receptions for up to 100, and the Study, Writers Room, Foyle Lightwell Reading Room and Art Room for smaller VIP events of 30-50. These spaces are available Wednesday until Saturday evenings (after 5:30pm) or Sunday anytime on an exclusive basis for clients and their guests and offer an inspiring and unforgettable event experience. Tours are also available of the Library's seven interlocking buildings, housing 17 miles of open access bookshelves and over one million books, making it one of the most unique event spaces in London. Show less

Standing
200

Theatre
120

Dining
100

Bright versatile gallery space with period features

This stunning 3300 sq ft converted bank complete with period feature ceilings, situated in the heart of Mayfair, is complete with original ornamental ceiling features combined with industrial exp... Read more This stunning 3300 sq ft converted bank complete with period feature ceilings, situated in the heart of Mayfair, is complete with original ornamental ceiling features combined with industrial exposed pipework creating a remarkable contemporary interior.    Located in the heart of Mayfair, and a six-minute walk from both Green Park and Oxford Circus, this is a prime location in one of London’s busiest luxury shopping districts. Situated next door to some of the city’s most renowned locations and the most elite brands in the world on New Bond Street and Berkley Square.   The gallery provides a unique atmosphere for those looking to host a premium event. The pristine interior of a white space gallery makes it the ideal venue for press and brand launches, conferences, private dining, fashion shows, exclusive parties and memorable functions. The gallery is complete with gray polished concrete floors, white walls and adjustable lighting throughout the space. This venue is well-equipped for your events with a street-level entrance, kitchen area and large professional LED screen. Show less

Standing
250

Theatre
50

Dining
80

Blank canvas dry hire venues in central london

Embodying all the elegance and grace of the Edwardian era, this period venue exhibits immense light and sophistication, creating a simply breath-taking effect for your event. The Lindley Hal... Read more Embodying all the elegance and grace of the Edwardian era, this period venue exhibits immense light and sophistication, creating a simply breath-taking effect for your event. The Lindley Hall is an iconic venue in central London providing the perfect setting for any occasion. The venue has capacity for up to 700 guests and is entirely flexible; perfectly suited to a truly unique event. With breakout options on the mezzanine and semi private space that can be offered as a separate bar or dance floor, you can truly make this space your own. Show less

Standing
1500

Theatre
1000

Dining
900

110,000 square feet of flexible, bright and design led space in Shoreditch suitable for every event, meeting or shoot.

Over 110,000 square feet situated in the heart of trendy Shoreditch, Shoreditch Exchange offers an unparalleled event experience. Highly versatile and varied spaces - purpose built event spaces, meeti... Read more Over 110,000 square feet situated in the heart of trendy Shoreditch, Shoreditch Exchange offers an unparalleled event experience. Highly versatile and varied spaces - purpose built event spaces, meeting rooms, offices, roof terrace, kitchens, showers, bike stores, lounges - there is something for everyone. Open 24/7 with an onsite team and a variety of spaces that can be used whatever the occasion. A modern and bright building the interior has been impeccably designed and furnished with flexibility of use in mind, offering space for immersive brand experiences, productive company getaways, corporate event, company all hands, offsite or party. The event space offers a large open area with PA system, blank-canvas gallery space, lounges, fully equipped kitchen ideal for nibbles or fully-fledged catered events, workshop areas, accessible toilets & showers. Our thoughtfully designed classroom, ideal for workshops and intimate events, along with a selection of fully equipped, modern meeting rooms. With locally sourced catering options available and a dedicated in-house community team ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish, Shoreditch Exchange is truly a space like no other. Book with us today. Show less

Standing
2000

Theatre
2000

Dining
2000

The historic fish hall exudes character and authenticity

Lending itself to an extraordinary range of experiences, adapting to suit the tone of any social setting. This versatile event space provides the perfect backdrop, requiring little-to-no dressing to s... Read more Lending itself to an extraordinary range of experiences, adapting to suit the tone of any social setting. This versatile event space provides the perfect backdrop, requiring little-to-no dressing to set the scene. The historic fish hall exudes character and authenticity. A sky light floods the space with natural light and ornate, period detail curates a unique, memorable backdrop for any gathering. *This space can be hired for out of hours use (past 18:00 and on weekends) for an additional cost. Full prices will be provided in your final quote* Show less

Standing
70

Theatre
45

Cabaret
20

Bright and private space with one of London's best views.

A penthouse private dining room with a stunning balcony overlooking the river Thames and central London skyline. Swan’s light and airy Balcony Room is an exclusive venue in London with remark... Read more A penthouse private dining room with a stunning balcony overlooking the river Thames and central London skyline. Swan’s light and airy Balcony Room is an exclusive venue in London with remarkable views of the iconic riverside. Floor to ceiling French windows open onto the private balcony with its backdrop of St Paul’s Cathedral, the Thames, and the Globe theatre. This unique space has lift access, its own private bar and cloakroom and can accommodate up to 70 people for a sit down affair, or up to 120 standing guests. The stylish Balcony Room, with its elegant, panelled green walls, statement chandelier and abundant natural light, can be hired for private event celebrations, corporate meetings, and dinners. The long wooden table – handmade from an oak tree that fell in the Great Storm of 1987 – is just the thing for board meetings and convivial private lunches or dinners. On the walls are twenty prints of Henri Matisse’s ‘Jazz’. These brightly coloured pictures were originally intended as covers for French art magazine ‘Verve’ and were inspired by the circus and the theatre. Impossibly romantic – and with our Shakespearean links, how could it not be? – the space is also licensed for weddings. Show less

Standing
120

Theatre
70

Dining
70

A stunning period venue with 5 versatile event spaces

One Birdcage Walk is the purpose built home for the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, a Royal Chartered Institution that was formed in 1847 by George Stephenson. We operate as a not for profit... Read more One Birdcage Walk is the purpose built home for the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, a Royal Chartered Institution that was formed in 1847 by George Stephenson. We operate as a not for profit member’s organisation that strives to improve the world through engineering. The building, built in 'Queen Anne style', the height of fashion at the time, was designed by architect Basil Slade. It was officially opened in 1899 when at the time, it was fitted out with state-of-the-art features such as a telephone, one of the first hydraulic lifts and synchronome master clock which used electrical impulses to ensure that all clocks in the building kept uniform time. Located just minutes from the Houses of Parliament, Horse Guards Parade and Treasury, we are a 5 minute walk from Westminster and St James's Park tube. The building, which overlooks St James's Park is regarded as one of the finest examples of traditional architecture in Westminster. Show less

Standing
400

Theatre
330

Dining
120

A show-stopping event space capturing the enterprising sprit of London’s Borough Market.

ENDLESS EVENT POSSIBILITIES Top Floor Borough is a striking space that lends itself to any occasion, from global conferences to intimate workshops. The light, airy main space with its double height... Read more ENDLESS EVENT POSSIBILITIES Top Floor Borough is a striking space that lends itself to any occasion, from global conferences to intimate workshops. The light, airy main space with its double height ceilings and fully equipped bar has room for up to 200 people standing. For something more intimate, there’s the cosy mezzanine Reading Room and unforgettable Roof Terrace. THE PERFECT BACKDROP Top Floor Borough has the wow factor and needs little-to-no dressing to set the scene for an extraordinary event. While the private Roof Terrace is an alternative backdrop with incredible panoramic city views that speak for itself. But if you need it, our team are on hand to tailor the space the way you want. IMPRESSIVE CONNECTIONS The venue is well connected, just a one-minute walk from Borough station with its Northern Line tube and only a short distance from London Bridge and South Bank stations, served by several tube lines and National Rail. *This space can be hired for out of hours use (past 18:00 and on weekends) for an additional cost. Full prices will be provided in your final quote*   Show less

Standing
200

Theatre
80

Dining
50

Highly versatile with large skylight that floods the space with natural light

The Light auditorium is the largest conference space in the Euston and King’s Cross area. It features a large skylight that floods the space with natural light. The auditorium is highly versatil... Read more The Light auditorium is the largest conference space in the Euston and King’s Cross area. It features a large skylight that floods the space with natural light. The auditorium is highly versatile and is ideal for conferences, AGMs, graduations, product launches, filming and more. Show less

Standing
120

Theatre
120

Cabaret
56

A spectacular Grade I listed Georgian Townhouse located in London's Westminster

Located in the heart of Westminster, {10-11} Carlton House Terrace is a stunning Grade I listed Georgian Townhouse that houses The British Academy. This Central London venue offers a variety of r... Read more Located in the heart of Westminster, {10-11} Carlton House Terrace is a stunning Grade I listed Georgian Townhouse that houses The British Academy. This Central London venue offers a variety of rooms, each with its own unique charm and character. From conferences, board meetings, training events, seminars, and lectures, to elegant private dining functions, award dinners, and weddings, this venue caters to any type of event with guest numbers ranging from 10 to 498 for a standing drinks reception. Once the residence of Prime Minister William Gladstone, {10-11} Carlton House Terrace boasts a prime location that overlooks St James's Park, Whitehall, and the Mall. Its central London location offers convenience for your guests, while also providing a rare escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby Trafalgar Square. This venue is also fully licensed for wedding ceremonies of up to 125 guests and seated receptions of up to 100 guests, offering a Royal London feel for wedding celebrations. Whether it's a corporate event or a special occasion, {10-11} Carlton House Terrace is the perfect choice for anyone looking for an elegant and unique venue in Central London. Show less

Standing
498

Theatre
125

Dining
100

Creative Events Hub of the Capital

Situated in Borough, The Ministry is a converted Victorian factory, revitalized as a contemporary central London workspace. Though the industrial charms of the original building have been retained, th... Read more Situated in Borough, The Ministry is a converted Victorian factory, revitalized as a contemporary central London workspace. Though the industrial charms of the original building have been retained, the venue has been modernised with 9 exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces available to hire for a wide range of bespoke events, complemented by super-fast Wi-Fi and a fully stocked, wall-to-wall, 11-metre bar. The truly versatile collection of rooms boasts a total standing capacity of 400. From an intimate media studio to vast blank canvas event spaces and meeting rooms bathed in natural daylight, you can book each part of The Ministry individually or hire out the entire venue as one exclusive package. Team-building conferences, awards show, brand activations – even Christmas parties and weddings – our specialist events team are on-site for any occasion, while the premises are served by fantastic transport links into nearby London Bridge and Waterloo rail stations. Show less

Standing
400

Theatre
100

Dining
140

Grand art-deco auditorium in the heart of Central London.

We've had the pleasure of hosting all kinds of special events at Regent Street Cinema: from exclusive film premieres to prestigious award ceremonies, corporate meet-ups and impactful product launc... Read more We've had the pleasure of hosting all kinds of special events at Regent Street Cinema: from exclusive film premieres to prestigious award ceremonies, corporate meet-ups and impactful product launches. Nestled in the heart of London, we offer a blend of history, state-of-the-art technology, and sophistication for your event. Our iconic 185-seat vintage art deco auditorium, paired with exclusive access to our stylish foyer and fully licensed bar area, provides the perfect canvas to create unforgettable moments. We’ve worked with some of the biggest names across the film, entertainment and consumer industries including: Disney, Marks and Spencer, Levis, Space NK, Premiere PR, Netflix, Vogue, Savills and many more. Our venue boasts poster cases, digital screens throughout, and an eye-catching readograph at the entrance, offering ample space for branding and Instagram-worthy photo opportunities for your guests. Conveniently located just a brief two-minute stroll north of Oxford Circus tube station, it’s easy for your guests to find us in the heart of Central London.  Show less

Standing
185

Theatre
185