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The Honourable Society of Lincolns Inn

Treasury Office Lincoln's Inn Fields London, WC2A 3TL

Unusual
·158 attendees
·11 meeting rooms

Ashworth Centre The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn is the largest of the Inns of Courts dating back to 1490 and sits within an 11 acres estate of beautifully maintained private gardens in the heart of central London. The Ashworth Centre is the newest event space to be added to the Inn’s venue portfolio and is named after Mercy Ashworth who was one of the first women to be called to the bar at Lincoln’s Inn in 1923. Opened in 2018 by Queen Elizabeth II, the Ashworth Centre provides a stylish purpose-built double height Lecture Theatre with tiered retractable seating for 158 delegates, along with a suite of ten meeting rooms split between two floors, expertly designed to allow natural daylight to flood each room through generous skylights. The glass ceiling in the adjoining communal foyer provides impressive views of the Great Hall turrets above. Available from November 2019.

The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple

Inner Temple, Crowne Office Row, Temple, London, EC4Y 7HL

Unusual
·600 attendees
·5 meeting rooms

The Inner Temple's Historic Function Rooms provide a superb dining or wedding reception venue. Located on the first floor, with access to the main corridor, the Georgian-style rooms are decorated with oil paintings depicting the Inn's 650 years worth of history and are furnished with antique mahogany and oak furniture. Each room has natural daylight including the Main Hall, which has stained glass windows depicting coats of arms of previous Lord Chancellors who were members of the Inn. If all the rooms are booked, you are guaranteed exclusive use of the venue and each room is totally flexible to allow almost any type of set-up from dinners for 20 to receptions for 600. The Inner Temple also boasts a three-acre award-winning garden which can be hired for summer parties allowing the guests to enjoy the scenic backdrop of the surrounding historic buildings whilst overlooking the River Thames. The Inner Temple rooms are available to hire Monday to Friday from 4pm and all day at the weekend. To check availability, please complete our enquiry form. Guests attending an event at the Inner Temple will benefit from free parking after 18.30 subject to availability.

Maple Leaf Mayfair Meeting Rooms

17 Hill Street Mayfair London, W1J 5LJ

Conference centre
·Training centre
·Unusual
·20 attendees
·2 meeting rooms

In the heart of Mayfair, Maple Leaf provide discreet and exclusive boardrooms for clients to hold meetings. Both rooms are equipped with state of the heart technology allowing clients to engage in video conferencing calls and show presentations via an LCD screen. Tea, Coffee and high speed WIFI come as standard.

Senate House

Senate House University of London Malet Street London, WC1E 7HU

Conference centre
·Training centre
·Unusual
·580 attendees
·8 meeting rooms

Senate House is situated in the heart of Bloomsbury, just a few minutes from Euston and Kings Cross St Pancreas Stations. Following a multi million pound refurbishment Senate House is now one of the most versatile and stylish event venues in central London. This unique and elegant art deco building combines modern facilities against a setting of original architectural features. Offering a range of spaces from custom designed seminar rooms, original wood panelled lecture theatres to elegant function halls. Senate House is perfect for conferences, exhibitions, meetings, weddings, training events, gala dinners and drinks receptions. An experienced catering and hospitality team pride themselves on offering a wide range of menus from working breakfasts and lunches right through to bespoke canapé receptions and private dinners. Our Beveridge Hall is a tiered lecture theatre which can accommodate up to 450 delegates, but with staging can be transformed into a venue to seat 350 for a gala dinner. Our Macmillan Hall is unique and versatile it can be used as a conference and exhibition se by day space by day or an opulent dining room by night,it can accommodate 100 guests for a dinner. The Chancellors Hall is an art deco jewel with marble walls and a high ceiling it boasts a host of stunning original features. It is the perfect venue for a wedding ceremony, concert, recital or drinks reception. In addition to this we have a range of meeting and training rooms all featuring in built audiovisual equipment. All rooms are recently refurbished and have natural daylight and air conditioning.

Bbar and Restaurant

43 Buckingham Palace Rd, London, SW1W 0PP

Unusual
·2 meeting rooms

Situated (by Buckingham Palace) in the busy hub of Victoria, London, bbar is your ideal venue, offering a range of solutions to your socialising and entertaining needs. the menu is inspired by the famed Australian restaurant owner and chef, Bill Granger. Bill has a multicultural cooking style that encompasses flavours from Asia and the Mediterranean. Our two bars serve an impressive 110 wines and over 60 cocktails. bbar is also available for parties, cocktail receptions, functions and private hire for up to 150 guests.

Hard Rock Cafe

148 Old Park Lane Mayfair London, W1K 1QY

Unusual
·220 attendees
·1 meeting room

Celebrating over 40 years as the true 'AMBASSADORS OF ROCK', Hard Rock London is the only place you can experience the authentic spirit of rock and roll, incredible food and classic memorabilia all under one roof. With a total capacity of 220, Hard Rock London caters to events of all sizes with an amplified level of customer service and all those added little touches to make your next event rock. We are also available for Early Morning Conferences, Breakfast Meetings and Networking Events Monday – Friday.

Treehouse London

The Treehouse London 14-15 Langham Place London, W1B 2QS

Hotel
·Unusual
·95 bedrooms
·6 meeting rooms

Treehouse Hotel London is a playful, design-led boutique hotel in Marylebone, moments from Regent Street and Oxford Circus. The hotel offers 95 rooms and suites high above the city, with skyline views and distinctive, nature-inspired interiors. For meetings and events, Madera, Madera Private Dining, The Nest rooftop bar and terrace, plus intimate private dining rooms provide flexible settings for corporate gatherings, presentations, private dining and receptions. Key selling points include a central West End location, panoramic London views, a 16th-floor rooftop terrace, flexible event spaces with AV options, strong food-and-beverage offering and accommodation on site

St Bride Foundation

Bride Lane Fleet Street, EC4Y 8EQ

Unusual
·200 attendees
·12 meeting rooms

The St. Bride Foundation brings together exhibition spaces, a theatre, educational centre and what is undoubtedly one of the most significant collections of typography and historical printed reference in the world. We also provide a first rate facility for conference and events with reduced rates for community organisations. Situated off Fleet Street in the narrow streets surrounding St. Bride’s Church the St. Bride Institute was established in 1891 to meet the educational, cultural and social needs of a community working within the burgeoning print industry of the Victorian era. Though the presses have moved away, there continues to be a working community around Fleet Street. In the spirit of its philanthropic originators, the Foundation continues to provide a stimulating, community environment that creates a focal point for encouraging and developing everyone’s potential through a broad range of activities.

Millbank Media Centre

21-24 Millbank Tower London, SW1P 4QP

Unusual
·1 meeting room

Our ground floor media centre is a self contained event venue with flexible space options making it ideal for events like product launches, business conferences, film premieres and private events.The Millbank Media Centre’s luxury private auditorium has a generous 270 seat capacity. With Italian leather seats, HD projection, surround sound and a team dedicated to screening events, it is Westminster’s only cinema screen.

Skyloft

21-24 Millbank Tower London, SW1P 4QP

Unusual
·200 attendees
·4 meeting rooms

Skyloft was created to celebrate the London Olympics with a reclaimed wooden floor from a school gymnasium and exposed brickwork from a Manchester factory. The style of this unique venue provides a truly inspiring warehouse space in the sky.

imbibe Bar and Restaurant London SE1

173 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8ER

Unusual
·200 attendees
·1 meeting room

Imbibe is the perfect bar to hold your party, with its central location, late license (2am), capacity for 200 and its funky yet modern interior. Whether you are looking to hold an afternoon BBQ in our fabulous Pimms garden, or hold your 30th Birthday party, Imbibe’s versatility will help create a perfect party setting for your event. Imbibe can either be hired exclusively for a minimum of 80 guests (Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat and Sun) or you can simply hire a section. We can offer our terrace in the garden, the cosy area around the fire, or alternatively just a couple of sofas, all available at no charge. Buffet food, BBQs, canapés can all be arranged in advance. Imbibe is the perfect bar to hold your party, with its central location, late license (2am), capacity for 200 and its funky yet modern interior. Whether you are looking to hold an afternoon BBQ in our fabulous Pimms garden, or hold your 30th Birthday party, Imbibe’s versatility will help create a perfect party setting for your event. Imbibe can either be hired exclusively for a minimum of 80 guests (Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat and Sun) or you can simply hire a section. We can offer our terrace in the garden, the cosy area around the fire, or alternatively just a couple of sofas, all available at no charge. Buffet food, BBQs, canapés can all be arranged in advance. We can provide an in-house PA system plus DJ equipment. You can either engage our DJ or provide your own. You are also welcome to decorate or theme the venue. Exclusive hire starts from £300, and works on a sliding scale dependent on bar spend. The bar is very popular on Saturday nights and you are advised to book at least six weeks in advance to avoid disappointment. To secure a booking, we require £150 in advance with the remainder to be settled on the day.

De Morgan House

57-58 Russell Square London WC1B 4HS, WC1B 4HS

Unusual
·70 attendees
·5 meeting rooms

Welcome to De Morgan House Conference Facilities. If you are looking for a venue with excellent transport links in and out of central London, prices to help Not-For-Profit organisations and reward regular customers, and quality facilities with garden and in-house catering, then why not book your next meeting with us. De Morgan House is close to Euston and Kings Cross mainline stations for people travelling from outside London and close to Russell Square and Holborn for the underground network. The building is home to the London Mathematical Society, giving us a natural understanding of the Charity and Not-for-Profit sector combined with a commitment to quality that make us the venue of choice for many Corporates as well. We are a small team and pride ourselves on being able to offer a personal and friendly service from initial contact to on-the-day and post-event support. Our facilities are modern yet housed in a Grade-II listed building which overlooks Russell Square. The quiet surroundings combined with excellent accessibility make De Morgan House an ideal space for training days, meetings and events for both Not-For-Profit and commercial organisations alike.

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The Marquee Club

1 Leicester Square,, W1K 6JX

Unusual
·1265 attendees
·5 meeting rooms

The launch of the Marquee Club has added another exciting venue option to the West End scene. The live music venue, which has bought the rights to use the name of the legendary Wardour Street club, makes a great space for private parties, corporate events & fashion shows for up to 1,265 people. The Marquee is split over levels 3, 4 and 5 at #1 Leicester Square. The entrance is directly onto the North Side, between the Empire Cinema and MTV's new Total Request Live Studio. The main Venue space is on level 3, there is a built in 60 square metre stage with flying light-rig above and a Martin Sound system is housed in a mezzanine platform with the light desk at the opposite end, it also has its own Bar and Backstage areas. The total floor space is 1430 square metres (5000sqft). Standing capacity on this level is 535 plus 330 on the gallery. Level 4 is a gallery comprised of a four-sided balcony with its own bar over-looking level 3. The standing capacity on this level is 330. The total floor space is 980 square metres (2980sft). One entire side of the balcony is on a hydraulic lift that enables one end of it to drop to the back of the stage of the floor below to link the two floors together. Level 3 & 4 together is ideal for live music performances. The space can also be used for private hire for parties, conferences, product launches, receptions and fashion shows. Level 5 - The Marquee Bar is a sleek white space with a standing capacity of 400. The total space measures 1400 square metres (4800sft). There are two bars and a fabulous view over Leicester Square. Again there is a stage with sound and light - see specifications below. Levels 3, 4 and 5 can be hired out together for exceptional events. The total capacity of the venue is 1265. There are 2 lifts, 3 stairwells. There are no set fees for the hire of the venue - rates will depend on dates and times as well as staff, security and technical requirements, as well as the type of event you are hoping to organise.

No 7 Fitzroy Square

Camden, London, W1T 5HL

Unusual

A cavernous Georgian townhouse overlooking the historic Fitzroy Square. Formerly prestigious offices, the interior has been stripped prior its re-development to provide a blank canvas suitable for events. The house has five spaces over three floors and a separate rear Mews entrance.

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society London

19 Greville Street London, EC1N 8SQ

Unusual

Located at the edge of London’s Square Mile, close to Hatton Garden, 19 Greville Street is a cosy and contemporary sanctuary in the heart of the City. Here you will find a relaxed and relaxing atmosphere – and the widest selection of single cask, single malt Scotch whisky anywhere in London. The secluded Tasting Room on the second floor is the perfect place to host a memorable event in comfortable and intimate surroundings. All food served in our private room is provided by our celebrated neighbors at Bleeding Heart Restaurant.

Lumiere London

3rd Floor 1-2 Silex Street Southwark London, SE1 0DW

Unusual
·3 meeting rooms

Lumiere London is a contemporary, fully-equipped studio based in the centre of London between Waterloo and London Bridge. The studio is a seven minute walk from the Southwark tube station on the Jubilee line and 10 minute walk from Waterloo Station. Addressing the constantly evolving demands for today’s business we deliver two rooms of 2,000 square feet studio space each with high ceilings and bright windows, assisted by highly trained personnel. Supported by a helpful and experienced team, we pride ourselves on guaranteeing a reliable service for all kinds of photographic styles – from still life and fashion editorials to catalogues and advertising. This unique studio can host various types of events. It has been used for castings and corporate events, such as product launches and workshops as well as dinners and parties. At these events you will have, at your disposal, a sound system, projector and microphone. Lumiere London is a new contemporary venue and we’re looking forward to having you here soon.

The Brunswick Gallery

The Brunswick Gallery Brunswick Shopping Centre Coram Arcade London, WC1N 1BS

Unusual
·250 attendees
·2 meeting rooms

The Brunswick Gallery is part of the inspiring, unconventional and exclusive “anti-venues” portfolio SPACE-2 gives event organisers access to. Anti-venue: The opposite of a traditional, conventional, long-term available venue. Situated in Bloomsbury and set within the recently refurbished and striking Brunswick Shopping Centre, this 300 m2 basement gallery/white space close to Russell Square tube (Piccadilly Line) has 4m high ceilings and its own ground floor entrance with sweeping chrome staircase and glass lift. It provides the perfect backdrop for art exhibitions, product launches, press/PR events, fashion events and brand/product showcases up to a maximum of 250 people. Ease of access via an underground service road makes loading in and out very easy and enables large items of equipment or installations to be fitted into the space. Our “anti-venues” might be innovative and unconventional, but our priority is the event organisers’ peace of mind and our goal the success of their events. Our team of experienced event and location managers offer organisers the same services and support traditional venues offer and more. We can provide experienced and qualified audio visual support by a dynamic production company specialising in corporate events and offering tailored services, as well as highly professional catering services by leading caterers. 2 minutes walk from Russell Square tube station (Piccadilly Line), the Brunswick Gallery is an inspiring space for creative events. As a location management consultancy providing a promotional and management capability to property owners/occupiers, SPACE-2 has over the last 6 years taken a creative approach to the issue of under-utilised or vacant property, enabling the Events, Film and TV industries to access and use exclusive locations for a limited period of time. Our portfolio is constantly changing and our spaces are often available at short notice and for a limited period of time, which prevents venue fatigue.

23 Manchester Square

Mayfair London, W1

Unusual
·1 meeting room

A superb 5-storey Grade-I listed Georgian townhouse in one of London’s most prestigious garden squares. Recently restored this house combines grandeur with intimate & contemporary styling. Key features include an beautifully proportioned drawing room which overlooks both the square and The Wallace Collection, a spacious, welcoming entrance hall and a private terrace.

41 Portland Place

41 Portland Place Academy of Medical Sciences London W1B 1QH, W1B 1QH

Unusual
·80 attendees
·8 meeting rooms

Crafting your perfect event Hospitality at 41 Portland Place is in the capable hands of Searcys. The team will be with you at every stage of your event planning. From your initial enquiry, planning and execution of your event. As the UK’s oldest British caterer, Searcys is the brainchild of John Searcy, who founded the company in 1847. A creative and culinary force of nature, John began his illustrious career as the confectioner for the Duke of Northumberland before taking his talents to London to establish the go-to events company in the capital. Catering for all celebrations from balls, and royal weddings to coronations. Make it Special. Make it Searcys.

Goodenough College

Mecklenburgh Square, London WC1N 2AB, WC1N 2AB

Academic
·Conference centre
·Training centre
·Unusual
·15 meeting rooms

Goodenough College is a registered charity tucked away in leafy Mecklenburgh Square, providing residential accommodation in a unique community for postgraduate students in London. With its international academic and professional community you will find this venue both stimulating and relaxing in its quiet and informal atmosphere. Goodenough College is centrally located in WC1 and is in easy walking distance of numeorus underground and mainline stations, with good accessibility from all London airports. The College comprises two buildings on either side of a quiet garden square. Refurbished in 2014, Grade II listed London House has 6 function rooms, all with their own personality, from oak panelled walls to high vaulted ceilings. William Goodenough House on the opposite side of the Square also has two modern function rooms. Four star en-suite accommodation is available at The Goodenough on Mecklenburgh Square which is located in the Square and rooms are available in the College too. Our permanent, in-house team of dedicated professionals are always on hand to give you support throughout your event. We begin by listening carefully to what you want, then plan and deliver your requirements to the highest standards, ensuring all your needs are met.

Fabric

Fabric, 77a Charterhouse Street, London, EC1M 6HJ

Unusual
·1800 attendees
·1 meeting room

Located in 'New London' between the City and West End, Fabric has a capacity from 100 to 1,800 and is ideal for any type of event from parties to sit down dinners and conferences. Fabric, located in the heart of Clerkenwell, is one of London's most exciting corporate event, music & party locations. The venue is available for hire during the day & in the evenings & can cater for events from 100 up to 1,700 guests, offering a spectacular environment of 60ft raw brick arches, glass, stainless steel & wood. Fabric offers numerous in-house services, including event production & design, catering, party planning, valet parking, DJ & entertainment booking service, making it a great place to hold parties, receptions, showcases, fashion shows & awards. Please note that this venue is a Night Club and consequently not available on club nights Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

The Magic Circle

The Magic Circle The Centre for Magic Arts 12 Stephenson Way Euston London, NW1 2HD

Unusual
·165 attendees
·4 meeting rooms

If you're looking for an unusual venue filled with mystery and magic, then the exclusive Magic Circle is the ideal location for your event. This magical venue boasts a central London location, very close to Euston station, with excellent national travel links and easily accessible by public transport. The venue is ideal for a wide range of events and meetings - from conferences, to product launches and promotions to magical dinners - The Magic Circle is the venue to give every event a touch of magic. The Magic Circle venue houses a fully equipped purpose built theatre, flexible meeting, dining and function rooms featuring priceless magic memorabilia, a clubroom and bar; perfect for event receptions and meetings, magic museums showcasing one of the largest magic collections in Europe and libraries that house thousands of magic books (and millions of magic secrets) about magicians, magic tricks and magic history... spellbinding! The Magic Circle has won awards for being a most interesting and unusual venue and provides the perfect location for a dinner, meeting, product launch, seminar, training session or corporate hospitality event. The Magic Circle has been called the most exclusive club in the world. Founded in 1905 by a small group of amateur and professional magicians, David Devant was elected the first President and was succeeded by Nevil Maskelyne the following year. The club's early meetings took place in St George's Hall, Langham Place where Maskelyne and Devant delighted audiences with magic shows for many years. Since then The Magic Circle has held meetings in a variety of venues including clubs, office buildings and theatres before moving to permanent headquarters close to Euston Station in 1998. The Magic Circle has been widely acclaimed as the finest magic headquarters in the world. The building houses a fully equipped purpose built theatre, the Devant Room featuring priceless magical memorabilia, a clubroom and bar, museums showcasing one of the largest magic collections in Europe and libraries that house thousands of books about magicians, magic tricks and magic history.