Unusual venues in Paddington

R S Hispaniola

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• ·130 attendees
• ·3 meeting rooms

Boasting spectacular views of the River Thames, from St.Paul's to the Houses of Parliament, the R.S. Hispaniola is the perfect venue for corporate events, exhibitions, seminars and conferences. Conveniently located between the City and the West End, a few yards away from Trafalgar Square and moored alongside Victoria Embankment, the ship is a quiet haven amidst the City bustle. The Main Deck Restaurant has an adjoining Cocktail Bar. The Upper Deck, with its own bar, has 'al fresco' facilities. Either can be used exclusively, or together for larger events. In addition, the boardroom is available for smaller functions and meetings. Rooms and decks can be left open plan, set for dinner or laid out theatre-style, boardroom-style or classroom-style as required. Audio/visual equipment, flipcharts etc. can all be made available. The kitchens are renowned for their excellent cuisine and the Hispaniola has the finest wine cellar anywhere on the river.

Under The Bridge

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• ·1 meeting room

The state-of-the-art, 550-capacity venue, which boasts a stunning 9-metre LED wall and is situated directly beneath Chelsea FC’s pitch, is available to hire for a range of events including concerts, parties, press calls, showcases, fashion shoots, live broadcasts, comedy nights and much more. Stylish and versatile, Under the Bridge provides the perfect venue for any type of event, from bar and bat mitzvahs, parties, anniversaries and celebrations through to corporate meetings and dinners. With all lighting and production equipment ready to use, it also offers the perfect space for an after-party, comedy show or album launch. Whether it’s a cabaret, theatre or dinner setting, Under the Bridge offers a great range of versatile styles for your event.

Rumi Bar

• Unusual
• ·140 attendees
• ·1 meeting room

Come and enjoy the intimate atmosphere at Rumi, a Cocktail lounge situated in the heart of the Kings Road’s buzzing nightlife. Rumi provides a chilled, mellow space in which you can assure on meeting an interesting and sophisticated crowd, or dance to the elevating tunes that gradually increase beats as the evening progresses. Taste the lusciously fresh, modern and classic Cocktails, the relaxing candle-lit tables, the abundantly cushioned sofas, or the compelling dancefloor, and everything in between. Venue Hire: Hosting great parties, corporate events, providing the best DJ’s and creating the best ambience is essential for us at Rumi. Whether its your birthday or a formal corporate event, Rumi will astound you with the level of service we provide and with a varied selection of drinks from: Vintage Champagne to Classic Cocktails and authentic Lebanese fusion canapé. Events catered for in the winter, spring, summer & autumn, Rumi is available for all types of corporate events: Launch parties, Birthdays, Weddings, Leaving parties, Speed dating events, Reunions and an excuse for a party…..

Bar Soho

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Corporate Events Bar Soho has a distinct style and atmosphere, providing the ideal background for a variety of events. Bar Soho is ideal for all corporate events and hospitality requirements: from daytime meetings for 40, or a large scale company party until midnight. Create your event around the design of each floor/area, or use the space as a blank canvas to brand and design to your requirements. The private room upstairs is one of London’s preferred hire rooms. With a capacity of 100 this room offers space, antique decor and a view over Old Compton Street. The space both upstairs and downstairs is perfect for private drinks, canapé parties, or private dining requirements, as well as early morning breakfast meetings, seminars & board meetings throughout the day. Booth floors have independent sound systems and newly installed wireless internet Our sales team will plan and support your bespoke event in consultation with the highly skilled management team.

London Eye Barracuda

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• ·1 meeting room

The London Eye Barracuda exudes style and luxury. The immaculate art deco inspired interior features a mirrored bar and wooden dance floor as well as comfortable booth seating, soft leather sofas and chaise lounges for your guests to relax. The stylish Upper Bar with opening roof lets you sip cocktails under the stars while taking in stunning views of some of London’s most famous landmarks. The beautiful, art deco inspired river cruiser is available for up to 230 guests for elegant receptions or 140 for a seated dinner.

Sea Life London Aquarium

• Unusual
• ·500 attendees
• ·1 meeting room

The SEA LIFE London Aquarium’s multi-million pound transformation offers London a spectacular venue like no other. Amazing new displays complement the redesigned Aquarium and include a stunning glass Ocean Tunnel where guests can admire graceful Green turtles. The tunnel leads to a dramatic shipwreck and is the only place in London where guests can view magnificent sharks. The nail biting Shark Walk offers a spectacular finale to an event. The SEA LIFE London Aquarium will be perfect for awards dinners for up to 180 guests and parties and networking events for up to 1,000 guests

BFI Southbank

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Located in the heart of London's bustling Southbank, one of the flagship cultural centres in the world, the BFI offers unlimited access for many millions of people to encounter all that film, television and moving image culture have to offer. With a range of unique and flexible spaces, BFI Southbank is an inspiring location equipped to accommodate any event. Boasting three auditoriums with state-of-the-art projection facilities, powerpoint and branding capabilities, we provide outstanding presentation opportunities. We also offer an intimate studio cinema for smaller scale presentations and seminars, a range of break-out spaces and meeting rooms and a moving image Gallery to engage your guests and encourage debate. In addition to this, the BFI has over fifty years experience of hosting and presenting the very best in world cinema and has welcomed a list of international guests that reads like a who's who of film. With this outstanding knowledge and experience of event staging and management, BFI Southbank is the ideal venue to host any event. From conferences to private screenings, product launches to seminars, BFI Southbank will provide a memorable experience for you and your guests. With friendly and professional service from our experienced and dediacted events and technical team, we offer a refreshing alternative to traditional conferencing venues.

45 Millbank

• Unusual
• ·200 attendees
• ·3 meeting rooms

NUMBER 45 MILLBANK is London’s Thameside Grade Two listed venue located just steps from Tate Britain and is part of Chelsea College of Art and Design.It is the perfect setting for corporate entertaining and private events, where parties of 15 through to 300 can enjoy the splendour of restored Edwardian elegance in three magnificent rooms. Our in-house events team is flexible and experienced. We listen to your specific needs and recommend the most suitable room(s). And once you have chosen your space, a portfolio of approved suppliers is available, to help you plan the perfect occasion. Today, Number 45 Millbank promises you and your guests an unforgettable events experience – blending the very best of Edwardian classic with Chelsea’s eclectic modern twist. GUESTS ARRIVING AT NUMBER 45 MILLBANK enter the Grand Hall, either by the main doors in Millbank or through the Pavilion entrance in The Henry Moore Courtyard. That’s whether they are attending an event in the Banqueting Hall, the Red Room or the Green Room. Also available is The Rootstein Hopkins Parade Ground. This is an award-winning large square surrounded on three sides by buildings occupied by Chelsea College of Art and Design, with the fourth side opening directly onto Atterbury Street. The Parade Ground is a most extraordinary space, not just for its vastness - 3500 square metres, but also because it is in a unique location: in the centre of London, in the heart of Westminster, next door to Tate Britain and the River Thames. Due to its scale and location the Parade Ground has enormous potential for hosting large-scale London-wide events.

Arcade Battersea Power Station

• Restaurant
• ·Unusual
• ·4 meeting rooms

Arcade’s landmark home at Battersea Power Station brings together the city’s most exciting kitchens and chefs, inventive cocktails and unique events spaces under one roof. Arcade seamlessly transforms into the perfect backdrop for any event brief, from conferences and drink receptions, to the most merry Christmas parties and award nights, boasting an elegant private room for up to 24 guests, a separate events space for up to 300 standing, or an all out full venue hire for up to 800 guests.

Dr Johnsons House

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Dr Johnson's House is one of the few residential houses of its age still surviving in the City of London. Built in 1700, it was a home and workplace for Samuel Johnson 1748-1759, and it was here that he compiled the first comprehensive English Dictionary. Now restored to its original condition, the house contains panelled rooms, a pine staircase, and a collection of period furniture, prints and portraits. Situated to the north of Fleet Street, the house is found among a maze of courtyards and passages that are a reminder of historic London. Dr Johnson’s House provides a unique and welcoming historical backdrop for a wide variety of events. Perfectly situated with easy access to both the City and West End, the four-storey historic house can be hired exclusively for your event. The house has hosted a wide range of events including drinks receptions, book launches, corporate entertaining, private parties and evening dinners. Dr Johnson's House is available for hire on weekday mornings for breakfast events or during the evening Capacties - drinks reception (entire house) - 100 people - dinner - 40 people

The Arts Factory Hackney

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• ·2 meeting rooms

Located in the Heart of London’s Contemporary Art District, the Arts Factory is a new artistic and innovative multi-site venue based along the Regents Canal. Founded by creative radical Thomas Ermacora, the main space has a standing capacity of 400 standing, 200 banquets and 300 theatre style seating. In addition there are 7 ancillary spaces with capacities ranging from 20 – 80 people standing. In addition, there is also the Wharf Kitchen that serves as a canteen for The Arts Factory ‘cultural innovation hub’, and it’s a fashionably bare, rather rustic room with German ‘Biergarten’ tables brightened up by displays of fresh produce and vintage crockery. The Arts Factory is an ideal venue to host events, product launches, fashion shows, receptions, conferences, presentations, exhibitions and can be used as an art gallery space. It is also suitable for Photography and Filming.

St Johns Waterloo

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• ·6 meeting rooms

St Andrews Holborn

• Unusual
• ·80 attendees
• ·6 meeting rooms

Set away from the bustle of Holborn Circus, the conference rooms are surprisingly quiet, affording some magnificent views over the largest of Sir Christopher Wren’s churches. All the conference rooms can have IT provided complimentary from our in house stock. Other equipment can be provided on request. The larger rooms can have a variety of layouts to suit all your event needs- whether a boardroom discussion, a theatre style presentation or a cabaret dinner. They can offer a full catering service, or you can choose from the list of recommended caterers. Whatever your needs, you will receive a warm welcome from our dedicated events team who will make sure that your event runs as smoothly as possible.

The Woodstore

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Woodstore Bar & Grill is available for Private events and promoters at weekends, why not call our sales team now toorganise your next corporate event. Ideal for Product and Press Launches, Corporate parties, Marketing Activities, Birthdays, Celebrations & Private Dining With a total capacity of 280, the restaurant can cater for up to 100 for formal dining or more for a reception. Their lounge area can seat up to 30 in comfort or up to 50 for buffets and informal receptions. The main bar holds up to 150 for birthday parties, engagements, Christmas parties and many more celebrations.

Paternoster Chop House

• Unusual
• ·250 attendees
• ·2 meeting rooms

Set to the awesome backdrop of St Paul's Cathedral, Paternoster Chop House is an unpretentious eatery that offers diners traditional and robust British recipes in relaxed, modern surroundings. For larger events and parties, Paternoster Chop House offers space and flexibility. When hired exclusively it can accommodate 130 people for a sit down meal or 250 for a standing reception. An area in the large marble and oak bar can also be hired for parties of 15 to 75 for a stand up event. The picturesque courtyard offers al fresco dining for up to 50 people during the day and can accommodate parties up to 100 in the evening.

The Arches

• Unusual
• ·1 meeting room

The Arches situated on Great Suffolk Street - SE1 is a series of long barrel vaults with exposed brick & interconnecting tunnels spanning over 30,000 sq ft. This exceptional, industrial space accessible from both Borough & Southwark, is fully licensed and can be hired exclusively in whole, or part, for all types of events. - Fully Licensed - Drive in Trailer Toilets - Disabled Access - Vehicle Access - Outside Smoking Area

The Livery Bar

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Whether you’re considering private drinks, canapé parties or private dining, or early morning breakfast meetings, seminars and board meetings throughout the day, we’re bound to fit the bill. Settle down for the duration in your preferred area amongst The Livery’s clean contemporary interiors. Or bring along whatever you need to brand and design your event so that it’s spot on. Over to you.

Jewel St Pauls

• Unusual
• ·70 attendees
• ·3 meeting rooms

Jewel St Pauls is the dazzling new late night bar in the heart of the City. Our ethos is great service, unrivalled cocktails, tasty food and the best party. Whether you want long lunches or something up tempo and decadent, Jewel St Pauls is the perfect place. Visit us after work, our DJ’s and cocktails are guaranteed to make you stay all night. Our birthday and celebration packages are the best in London, so why not book one of our 3 private rooms or the whole venue and make it a truly memorable night Every event is different, so whatever your corporate occasion, from conferences to Christmas parties, hosting exhibitions to team building, product launches to traditional boardroom meetings, Jewel St Pauls can be your perfect Events & Hospitality partner. Our team of events specialists are always on hand to help you plan every aspect of your event and ensure it’s delivered to your exact specifications.

Apt

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Three separate bars and a club offer a flexible and imaginative approach to events. Apt has a distinct style and atmosphere, providing the ideal background for a variety of events. Apt is ideal for all corporate events and hospitality requirements: from daytime meetings for 80, to large scale company parties for up to 520 guests. Create your event around the contemporary and stylish design of each area, or use the space as a blank canvas to brand and design to your requirements. Our event sales team will plan and support your bespoke event in consultation with the highly skilled management team.