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    Drapers Hall London

    Drapers Hall London

    The Drapers’ Company, Drapers’ Hall, Throgmorton Avenue, London EC2N 2DQ, EC2N 2DQ
    • Unusual
    • ·450 attendees
    • ·4 meeting rooms

    Located in the heart of the City of London, Drapers’ Hall provides a majestic setting for any event. On the site of the present Drapers’ Hall, once part of the Augustinian Priory, Thomas Cromwell built his palace in the 1530s. After his execution, the property was purchased by the Guild of Drapers in 1543 from Henry VIII. Drapers’ Hall boasts magnificent interiors creating a stunning backdrop to every occasion. While steeped in history, the Hall is instantly recognisable from modern films such as The King’s Speech and Goldeneye. Their exquisite in-house catering, and the service provided by their experienced and dedicated team, will ensure that your event is perfect in every way. The venue can comfortably hold up to 700 guests for a standing reception when using all rooms, 276 for a seated dinner and 300-350 for theatre style presentations or concerts. This makes Drapers’ Hall the perfect location for all types of events.

    Old Billingsgate Ltd

    Old Billingsgate Ltd

    1 Old Billingsgate Walk (Riverside) 16 Lower Thames Street, London, EC3R 6DX
    • Unusual
    • ·2500 attendees
    • ·3 meeting rooms

    Old Billingsgate is one of London’s most iconic and versatile event spaces, ideally located on the North Bank of the River Thames in the heart of The City. This Victorian Grade II listed building was once a world famous fish market, running up until 1982. Old Billingsgate is now a blank canvas with breathtaking views of Tower Bridge and The Shard. The venue offers the perfect backdrop for any occasion, from award ceremonies and film premieres to exhibitions and conferences. Old Billingsgate offers three unique spaces; The Grand Hall, The Gallery and The Vault. Available as a blank canvass, all spaces can be adapted to suit the bespoke style and design of any event – the opportunities are endless. The Grand Hall; the centrepiece of Old Billingsgate has direct access to the riverside terrace and occupies 38,000 sq feet, over two floors. Flooded with natural light and with its magnificent triple height ceiling, The Grand Hall provides the perfect backdrop for any lavish occasion. The Vault; deep underground, is an expandable area, rich in atmosphere. The distinctive brick work of this intimate space is a bold setting for a multitude of events, including exclusive dinner-dances or a distinctive film location. The Vault can also be hired in conjunction with the Grand Hall as a perfect after party space. The Gallery; set within a light and contemporary surrounding room to seat up to 300 delegates. This space is ideal for fashion shows or conferences, accompanying the main walkway is a large reception space for refreshment breaks with exceptional riverside views and a further two break out rooms. A list of leading caterers and suppliers has been carefully selected to provide clients with solutions to all their needs. With an amalgamation of long-standing reputations of quality and reliability, they offer a perfected service, tailor made for the venue.

    De Morgan House

    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.

    Bermonds Locke

    Bermonds Locke

    157 Tower Bridge Road Bermondsey London, SE1 3LW
    • Conference centre
    • ·Hotel
    • ·Training centre
    • ·Unusual
    • ·143 bedrooms
    • ·1 meeting room

    Bermondsey Street and The Shard to the left. Tower Bridge, Shad Thames and Maltby Street to the right. And a new bar, restaurant or gallery to discover around every cobbled corner. This is SE1, one of the fastest-changing, most inspiring parts of London. And it’s your new home. Settle into your tranquil apartment. Work uninterrupted in the leafy co-working space. Or just soak up the laid-back vibes in the coffee shop and workout studio. Bermonds Locke really is an urban oasis like no other. Knuckle down. Salute the sun. Clink cocktails. As well as your apartment, you’ll also have the run of our communal spaces. Including our co-working area, meeting room, central courtyard and workout studio. Make yourself at home. Inspired by the Californian desert, the earthy tones of our communal areas are complemented by brass, concrete and rattan. Leafy plants and succulents are abundant. And the vibe is one of creativity, peace and calm. Inside your tranquil apartment, you’ll have a fully-equipped kitchen, and all the space you need to live, eat and work. If you’d rather eat in than out, we can even deliver recipe and ingredient boxes to your door. A colour palette designed to soothe and calm. One-of-a-kind furniture, including handmade couches and linen-canopied beds. And lots of little touches – like designer kitchenware and coffee-table reading – to make your stay a relaxing one. Apartments at Bermonds Locke are made to be lived in. So unpack, put your feet up and feel at home. If it’s snug you’re after, look elsewhere. Even our smallest studios start at 23m² – bigger than the average boutique hotel room. And the largest of our apartments are a luxurious 35m² – the size of a very large London serviced apartment. Catch up with colleagues at the long communal tables. Get your head down with your laptop and a coffee, or get chatting to likeminded people. The Wi-Fi is superfast, the sockets are plentiful. Need something a little more private, arrange your next meeting in our 8-person private meeting room nestled in our co-working space. Complete with a projector and screen if you need it.

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    Clothworkers Hall
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    Clothworkers Hall

    Clothworkers Hall Dunster Court Mincing Lane London, EC3R 7AH
    • Conference centre
    • ·Unusual
    • ·350 attendees
    • ·9 meeting rooms

    In the heart of the City of London, Clothworkers' Hall is a unique venue that offers a magnificent sense of space and occasion for your bespoke events. Whether you are organising a large conference or dinner, this majestic Hall affords all the splendour and historical richness that you would expect from a traditional Livery Hall, but with the capacity, timeless elegance and modern facilities associated with a twenty-first century venue. Entrance Hall Guests enter from a private courtyard through the Victorian ceremonial gates and cannot fail to be impressed with the overwhelming spaciousness of the art-deco styled Entrance Hall, with its Italian travertine marble pillars and trompe l'oeil paintings. The Entrance Hall is a most welcoming space to host registration coffee for a conference or for a pre-dinner reception. To reach the ceremonial rooms on the first floor, guests ascend the grand travertine marble staircase. Beneath the majestic dome the staircase is adorned with an impressive set of eighteenth-century tapestries woven in Brussels, testament to the Company's continuing textile heritage. Livery Hall The Livery Hall is a magnificent room, which makes an impressive setting for formal dinners (up to 180 in rounds), receptions (up to 350 standing), concerts, conference and corporate presentations (up to 240 theatre style). It is dominated by five stained glass windows and portraits of Honorary Liverymen. There is a Minstrels' Gallery, where musicians can play during dinner and a grand piano in situ. Reception Room The elegant Adam-styled period features of the Reception Room, with silk-hung walls and barrel-vaulted ceiling, make this an intimate room for hosting a private dinner (up to 80 on rounds) or reception (up to 150 guests). It is most frequently used as a catering break-out area for corporate events that are held in the adjoining Livery Hall, with the Library being used as a small syndicate room for organisers or speakers. Library, Court Room and Court Luncheon Room There are also a number of smaller rooms available at Clothworkers Hall, ideal as either break out space or for smaller events.

    Revolution Bar

    Revolution Bar

    140-144 Leadenhall Street London, EC3V 4QT
    • Conference centre
    • ·Restaurant
    • ·Training centre
    • ·Unusual
    • ·4 meeting rooms

    Leadenhall is a decedent Bar, Club & Restaurant that once housed the iconic Midland Bank built by Sir Edward Lutyens. Steeped in history it's simply a stunning venue in the heart of the City just a 4 minute walk from Bank Station, Monument & Liverpool Street. Leadenhall's 1000 capacity is split over 4 levels; the venue boasts a huge Main Bar with vaulted ceiling, a balcony dining area, Basement Bar & the original Bank Vault which now houses a decedent Champagne Bar The Main Bar is on ground level with a Balcony Restaurant above. The Main Bar has fixed raised booths opposite a 60ft length bar with 2 giant projector screens that are suspended from the walls at either end The Vault is a stunning private event space in the heart of the venue, the room is built around the original strong room of the old Midland Bank making it a truly unique location in which to host memorable events with a twist. The Basement Bar has its own private entrance that leads guest below ground to its 2 private bars, dedicated dance floor, DJ Booth & private seated booths.

    The Gibson Hall London EC2
    Garden Room

    The Gibson Hall London EC2

    13 Bishopsgate, London, United Kingdom, EC2N 3BA
    • Unusual
    • ·400 attendees
    • ·3 meeting rooms

    Designed by John Gibson in 1865, the Gibson Hall, a former Banking Hall, has been renovated to the most exacting standards and is a stunning venue for corporate or private functions. Situated in the heart of the City and incorporating the facilities that today's event organisers demand, the Hall provides the perfect place for functions of all kinds ranging from corporate dinners and receptions, to fashion shows, summer barbeques and weddings. Gleaming pillars run the 36 metre length of the room and lighting is provided by beautiful crystal chandeliers in each of the three glazed roof domes. A truly flexible venue, with a unique and secluded Garden, the Gibson Hall can be used to create a variety of innovative and unique events that will linger in your guests' memories. The Gibson Hall hosts seminars, meetings and conferences of all kinds, supported by audio visual companies who provide state of the art sound and visual systems from microphone to multi media. The hall is regularly the venue for financial presentations to "The City", as it is situated on the same street as both The Bank of England and London Stock Exchange.

    The Wall Bar

    The Wall Bar

    45 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1HU, EC2N 1HU
    • Unusual

    Go to The Wall in style… thanks to lunch and dinner menus you’ll be tempted to work your way through over many pleasurable visits. Everything is freshly cooked from the best ingredients our suppliers can muster – all the better for accompanying a wine list that knows your Malbecs from your Merlots, and a lot more besides. From New World attitude to the finest French fizz, it’s a treat for your taste buds. And all right on the doorstep for tubes and trains via nearby Liverpool Street. 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 all yours. Set up camp in your preferred area surrounded by The Wall’s sharp, modern interiors. Or bring along whatever takes your fancy to brand and design your event so that it’s all you – and nothing but.

    The Dixie Queen

    The Dixie Queen

    Tower Point, London, SE1 2UP
    • Unusual
    • ·318 attendees
    • ·2 meeting rooms

    The Dixie Queen is one of London’s largest entertainment, conference & party boats. It is a luxurious & stunning $10m replica of a 19th-century Mississippi paddleboat. Spread over two floors & holding two bars, the boat cruises from the Pool of London, through Greenwich, to the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge & back, & sets new standards for entertainment afloat. The venue has an extensive dance floor & more than 300 delegates can be accommodated for theatre-style presentations. Computer-controlled conference facilities are available, while theming, casinos, speakers, ice sculptures & any type of band can also be arranged. Dazzle your clients and colleagues with this truly unusual setting for a conference. With facilities for up to 300 delegates seating can be arranged theatre-style on the top deck and there is a stage of 500 sq. ft. that can be utilised by presenters for speeches or slide shows. The facilities for projected presentations are computer controlled directly opposite the stage ensuring perfect timing for screen changes. With this extraordinary location there will be no effort with enticing people into attending your event. With the temptation of London’s largest cruising venue, the enticement of excellent food you can be sure that your event will be well attended and remembered for a truly impressive and original occasion.

    The Brunswick Gallery

    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.

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    Westminster Boating Base

    Westminster Boating Base

    Westminster Boating Base 136 Grosvenor Road London, SW1V 3JY
    • Unusual
    • ·120 attendees
    • ·3 meeting rooms

    Westminster Boating Base is a unique riverside venue situated on a North Bank of Thames between Chelsea and Vauxhall bridges. Unique Thames Riverside setting with panoramic views Spacious and airy central London venue suitable for all types of events – weddings reception, parties, functions and conferences Riverfront balconies In-house catering team led by ex-Royal chef River boat access via jetty Located in a small attractive tree lined park The principal function rooms are linked over an atrium and the pavilion extends over the river, with floor to ceiling windows all round to provide dazzling views up and down the Thames. The Edgson room has a full length covered balcony to the river and is equipped with effects lights and speaker for music and dancing.

    Goodenough College

    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.

    The Gherkin

    The Gherkin

    30 St Mary Axe London EC3A 8TP, EC3A 8TP
    • Unusual
    • ·16 attendees
    • ·5 meeting rooms

    40|30 sits at the top of 30 St Mary Axe, otherwise known as the Norman Foster designed "Gherkin", and one of London's most talked about landmarks. 40|30 provides an iconic entertaining experience not to be missed. As you stand under its glass dome, 180 metres above London, the view will take your breath away. A real feast for your senses, if the view is the starter, then the main course is the sublime two-level private restaurant which can be hired for memorable events, dinners or drinks receptions. And to make your guests feel even more special, 40|30 also has two exclusive Private Dining Rooms. As the winner of the "COOLest venue of the Noughties" awards in 2009, could there be a better place to entertain clients or colleagues, launch a new product, dine with friends, or start married life?

    LSO St Lukes

    LSO St Lukes

    LSO Music Education Centre 161 Old Street London, EC1V 9NG
    • Unusual
    • ·450 attendees
    • ·4 meeting rooms

    LSO St Luke's is the home of LSO Discovery, the London Symphony Orchestra's music education and community programme, and is arguably one of the most striking event spaces in London. Located on Old Street, a short walk from the bustling Silicon Roundabout, LSO St Luke's offers the convenience of a City location with the wow-factor of a unique heritage space. The 18th-century architecture juxtaposed with contemporary features creates a stunning setting in this Grade I-listed church. Natural light floods in through the panoramic windows and the view of the beautiful plane trees outside compliments the exposed brickwork. With an excellent range of caterers, flexible layouts, great acoustics, sophisticated technical infrastructure and experienced technical staff, LSO St Luke's is a highly versatile space that can cater for any event. From award ceremonies & wedding receptions to conferences, dinners and standing functions, we will help you deliver an inspiring event and ensure everything runs smoothly until the very last guest has left.

    Treehouse London

    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

    Coopers Hall

    Coopers Hall

    13 Devonshire Square,London, EC2M 4TH
    • Unusual
    • ·90 attendees
    • ·4 meeting rooms

    The newly refurbished Coopers' Hall is a delightful Pre-Georgian Town House in the heart of the City of London. The smallest and one of the oldest City Livery Halls with a history of wooden cask making since its origins in the 13th Century. The Hall is beautifully preserved providing the perfect location for exclusive lunches, dinners, meetings, conferences and receptions. Comprising of 3 well appointed flexible spaces, including a museum! Coopers’ Hall offers style, comfort & total privacy for your occasion & is the perfect venue to make you & your guests feel at home. The Court Room is an ideal space for a boardroom style meeting for 20 delegates, and up to 25 delegates for a theatre style presentation. 35 guests can stand comfortably for either canapé or buffet receptions. The Court Room is also the ideal option should break out space be required

    The HAC Grounds

    The HAC Grounds

    The HAC Grounds, City Road, London, EC1Y 2BQ
    • Unusual
    • ·3000 attendees
    • ·9 meeting rooms

    The unique and stunning grounds and marquee at the HAC, is the largest greenfield party site in the City. The 5.5 acres of beautifully maintained lawns offer a unique opportunity for large parties. We are in our eleventh year of organising events at The HAC, which is now firmly established as the finest summer party venue in London, as well as being an ideal space for family days, conferences, exhibitions, business lunches, product launches and awards ceremonies. The combination of six acres of lawns, the stunning Starship structure and a full funfair make it an irresistible venue for larger events. The Starship provides the perfect covered reception space with its natural grass floor and wide arches giving excellent access to the funfair and garden areas. Linked to The Starship by covered walkways is the main event structure, nearly 2,000 square metres of clear space with starcloth linings, computerised lighting, air conditioning and full carpeting throughout, ready and waiting to host highly impactful and truly spectacular events.

    Ivory Vaults London

    Ivory Vaults London

    Ivory House St Katharine Docks London, E1W 1BP
    • Unusual
    • ·3 meeting rooms

    The Ivory Vaults is an exclusive location situated within the historic vaulted cellars of the Grade II listed Ivory House at St Katharine Docks. Nestled between the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, Ivory Vaults are close to the city and benefit from fantastic transport links to central London, Excel, London City Airport, the 02 and London’s newest quarter, the East Village. The 10,000 sq ft venue is available for private hire for groups of 100 – 450, devised of nine intimate vaulted private dining areas, interlinked by a vast open passageway. The 200 year old structure exudes charm and individuality, perfect for a bespoke event unique to your company. Our on site events and theatrical production team are experienced in delivering interactive and memorable events to a wide range of clientele.