The best conference venues in London

Home of the British Academy, Carlton House Terrace has a degree of regency grandeur that makes it perfect for larger, more luxurious corporate events. The Wolfson Auditorium is the largest of the lot with capacity for 200 guests standing, and offers state of the art AV equipment for presentations.

From comfortable, fully-equipped lecture theatres to a unique roof terrace boasting panoramic views, you’re sure to find a space to suit your conference at this enormous Covent Garden venue. The Maxwell Library and the Riverside room are both ideal as flexible conference spaces and all the tech is state of the art, naturally.

Leading dance organisation Sadler’s Wells provides theatres, studios and meeting rooms perfect for events of all types and sizes. Maximum capacity of 1500 people, whatever you envision; its events, technical and in-house catering teams have you covered.

The London Transport Museum is a truly unique option for your next conference in London - learn about the city’s history through interactive galleries and there’s also the option of using one of London’s leading caterers to ensure guests are well fed and watered.

Looking to host a sustainable conference? Spanning three floors, and boasting seven waterside spaces, Glaziers Hall can host green events, making your conference as eco-conscious as it is stylish. With its central London Bridge location, what more could you want?

One of Central London's largest venues, Kensington Conference & Events Centre can host up to 800 people and offers numerous spaces for hire ranging from small meeting rooms to stunning wedding venues, and large halls ideal for corporate events, exhibitions and other such large events.

This Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse boasts four floors of elegant event spaces, from meeting rooms of various sizes to the hi-tech Burdett Theatre - an ideal conference theatre for up to 280 people. The standout Orangery comes equipped with a PA system and dynamic lighting and has capacity for up to 300.

One of Europe’s largest arts and conference venues, The Barbican offers world class facilities. There are all sorts of auditoriums, theatres and cinemas to choose from, such as the gargantuan Barbican Hall which can seat nearly 2000 guests, or the Barbican Theatre which is famed for its fine acoustics.

Found in the heart of the City of London, host your conference in one of Inner Temple Hall's stunning spaces from the regal Parliament Chamber to the more contemporary Lecture Theatre. Expect state-of-the-art AV equipment and in-house catering.

This Georgian townhouse in central London combines 18th century architecture with more contemporary features to bring a venue that appeals both aesthetically and technically. Choose from a range of beautifully decorated rooms and make the most of the in-house catering to really kick things up a notch.

This historic location brings regency glamour to St Paul’s, offering six different places for your event. The most eye-catching room is the Livery Hall - a stunning 17th century space with high ceilings, gleaming oak floors and space for up to 400 reception guests.

Boasting an avant garde, artsy coolness, art’otel Hoxton is also well equipped when it comes to conferences, with a modern AV tech suite and a small auditorium for 60 guests on site, as well as larger, more flexible rooms for big conferences and networking events.

The ultimate blank canvas, The Lightwell in Shoreditch is a light and airy venue with a rustic charm, and plenty of high-tech equipment to enhance your upcoming conference. You’ll find adjustable lighting and a 98-inch screen, perfect for presentations.

The Mandeville Hotel takes residence in one of London’s most illustrious areas and is a great option for those looking for somewhere easy to travel to. Offering a solution to sizeable conferences, it can hold up to 90 guests, as well as smaller options for those who want something a little more intimate.

At St Martins Lane you’ll find eight diverse and chic spaces for your next conference. Bright and airy Studios 1 and 2 are ideal for those looking to put on a presentation, whereas the glamorous, chandelier-donned Backroom adds a bit of glamour to your next corporate meeting.

Renowned hotel chain Hilton is a classic for a reason, boasting the quality service and stylish spaces that you’d expect from such a group. Choose from seven different meeting rooms or the Executive Boardroom for your conference, with high-tech spaces for up to 160.

Spanning over 45 acres, Amber Suite at The Hive is a multi-purpose events venue with a difference. For those looking for a completely customisable space, exclusive hire can seat up to 700, and you can pretty much set up the space to create the ultimate conference.

With its quirky events spaces and central location, a conference at Holmes Hotel will likely come with a tad more flair. Choose from the playful Laboratory or the intimate Cellar with nine different stylish options to choose from, complete with bespoke catering options and unique breakout spaces to help personalise your event.

This striking Georgian hotel in Mayfair offers a variety of versatile, well-equipped meeting and conference rooms, with ornate chandeliers and floral wall coverings. Here, you’ll find six sophisticated meeting rooms, with space to host up to 70 banquet-style.

Swingers West End is a hugely popular party venue, but did you know it also hosts conferences? On top of its mini golf courses, cocktail bars and street food stalls there are nine private spaces for hire as well as a rooftop terrace.

Boasting eye-catching views from its riverside location, Park Plaza offers flexible, conferencing spaces for groups of 10 in the contemporary Riverview Boardroom all the way up to 660 in the lavish Ballroom. Catering options and cutting-edge AV equipment help seal the deal with this one.

Kings Place can host as many as 420 delegates, making it perfect for large conferences and exhibitions with tiered fixed seating in one room, and smaller alternatives for those looking for a capacity as little as ten in other rooms.

Rose Court is available for conferences of any size up to 700 people, down to much more intimate alternatives. You’ll find this remarkable building in the heart of Southbank, so expect views of London’s iconic buildings and the River Thames.

This Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse in Marylebone offers a charming and flexible space for conferences and meetings of up to 250 people. Asia House's Fine Rooms are the grandest of its spaces, but the calming eau de nil Library is also worth looking at.

LSEG is incredibly well equipped when it comes to technology - state-of-the-art AV facilities include nine-metre video walls and live global streaming tech. Throw in fantastic in-house catering and the St Paul’s-adjacent location and you’ve got a fabulous central London conference venue.

For something a bit more historic, 116 Pall Mall brings a wealth of breathtaking rooms where you can host a conference. The Nash is a particular favourite with marble columns, framed oil paintings and an ornate chandelier. The Carlton Room is a slightly smaller, but equally glam, spot for a conference.

Offering a central location and a wealth of industry knowledge, Vision Hall offers three distinctive spaces across a whopping 20,000 sq/m. The Network is a particularly stylish spot for 240 theatre-style, with streaming capabilities, smart technology and a premium audio system.

For a venue that’s bound to impress, The Bloomsbury offers something for those sick of the stuffy conference spaces. Part of the Doyle Collection, this four-star hotel comes steeped in history. Its Seamus Heaney Library is the perfect conference space with its book-lined walls and space for 18 meeting-style.

This striking, modernist conference centre provides rooms for all occasions. Event spaces range from cosy, blank canvas meeting rooms to the 150-capacity Oak Suite, complete with domed ceiling, projector capabilities and informal breakout spaces.

With a maximum capacity of 300, The View, located on the sixth floor of the Royal College of Surgeons, offers recently refurbished, flexible conference facilities. In addition, a large terrace provides stunning city views, and the first floor Lumley Library is available for private evening events.

Best known amongst rugby fanatics, did you know that Allianz Stadium also boasts a number of excellent conference spots? From the expansive Rose Suite to the contemporary Live Room auditorium, there are countless options to choose from, with plenty offering 500+ capacity.

Located on the edge of Richmond Park, Roehampton Venues’ Conference Centre offers a variety of slick, contemporary meeting spaces, all equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. The bright and spacious Oak Suite is a popular conference venue with room for 140 seated guests.

If you’re looking for somewhere a little more lavish to hold your next conference, No.4 Hamilton Place is the perfect venue to bring some opulence to the occasion. It’s also ideally located by Hyde Park, meaning it’s easy to get to no matter where your guests are travelling from.