2019

Alexandra Palace Theatre & East Court

Alexandra Palace Theatre and East Court has reopened in December 2018 following a £27 million restoration. The restoration project represented the biggest investment in the venue for a generation and has resulted in a truly unique space – opened to the public 80 years after it last closed its doors.

Originally opened in 1875, Alexandra Palace Theatre was a home for spectacle and delight, where audiences were entertained by pantomime, opera, drama, ballet and music hall. The restoration has breathed new life into the space, welcoming a new generation of audiences. In a short space of time, Alexandra Palace Theatre has established itself as one of the city’s most exciting and unique event spaces.

BAFTA Piccadilly

BAFTA Piccadilly opened in July 2019, as BAFTA’s beautiful pop up venue whilst BAFTA 195 is undergoing a 2-year refurbishment. Utilising both the ground and lower ground floors of 194 Piccadilly, the space will be curated by BAFTA’s archive team featuring a series of exhibitions that will showcase BAFTA’s unique heritage.

BAFTA Piccadilly has the complete ‘wow’ factor as you descend the stairs into the decadent 350 pax reception capacity room. From mirrored lifts to marbled counters, the space is full of BAFTA glamour and luxury. The décor speaks for itself, allow you to can host everything from Christmas parties to cat-walks. All of which can be organised and planned through our brilliant in-house team.

BAFTA Piccadilly also offers our clients a unique opportunity to see the BAFTA kitchen team in action with a stunning open-kitchen set up. The first of its kind for BAFTA.

Our tight nit sales and events team form very close working relationships with all our clients and make them feel a part of the BAFTA family.

By hosting your event at BAFTA you’re not only going to enjoy outstanding food and impeccable service but a unique insight into one of the country’s greatest brands.

Events at No 6

Purpose-built by the Royal College of Pathologists, Events @ No 6 is an exciting new development for the London venue market, built to be innovative, state-of-the-art, and the perfect solution for an array of events.

Our spaces can host up to 210 delegates and we are perfectly located in the fast-developing Aldgate and Whitechapel areas close to the City of London, with amazing links to the rest of the capital and wider region.

The venue has bright meeting rooms alongside airy, relaxed open spaces. Room capacity ranges up to 210 and the dedicated meeting rooms all include the latest AV equipment for reliable and professional working experiences.

The top floor terrace room is a particularly special feature, with a central room flanked by two terraces, with spectacular views of the city.

With attentive and dedicated staff focused on the delivery of a great guest experience we expect Events @ No 6 to develop a loyal following amongst the corporate, agency and association markets In particular Our focus on service, great food and CSR provides a a balance that will ensure clients return again and again.

Hackney Town Hall

As a civic building, Hackney Town Hall is a multi-purpose building for the London Borough of Hackney Council, the local community and commercial businesses. The buildings aim is to be self funded through private and commercial events, whether that is weddings and receptions, filming for television and film or corporate meetings and conferences.

Many of our clients choose Hackney Town Hall not just because of its fantastic location and stunning architecture but also because they know by holding their event at Hackney Town Hall their money goes directly into securing its future for generations to come.

Illuminate at the Science Museum

The Science Museum opened its brand-new dedicated events space, Illuminate in March 2019. The multi-functional venue is situated on Levels 4 and 5 of the museum, replacing the old medicine galleries.

The museum’s mission of inspiring futures through the creative exploration of science, technical innovation and industry was Lead Architect Mary Duggan’s inspiration for Illuminate. The views, spaces and technology that Illuminate offers are simply not available anywhere else, making it a completely unique and innovative space designed with clients in mind.

The principal theme of Illuminate is the contrast between light and dark illustrated in the journey between the levels. Level 4 is a complete black-out space granting clients control of creative lighting to immerse guests in their brand experience. As you transition to Level 5, the space is flooded with natural light through a panoramic floor to ceiling window providing stunning views of London’s skyline.

Official production and catering partners to Illuminate are White Light and Moving Venue. White Light offers both DDR and bespoke packages, providing clients with streamlined offerings to ensure a convenient, cost-effective process, while Moving Venue offer outstanding and creative catering concepts to suit any client theme or brief.

Kensington Palace Pavilion

Nestled within the Kensington Palace gardens and boasting stunning views of Kensington Palace and the Sunken Garden, the Pavilion includes access to covered terrace and gardens. Built to inspire creativity and ingenuity within a historic landscape, the Pavilion can accommodate numbers up to 800 guests. As the Pavilion is a modern contemporary space the variety of options for entertainment, catering, production and floristry are vast.

The production truss in the main space affords clients the opportunity to be creative with their layout. From projectors to disco balls and floral designs the truss can act as an added dimension to any event layout! The Pavilions multipurpose space provides a wealth of catering options for guests. Throughout the year we have seen food stations, interactive dessert displays, Chef’s tables, ice cream machines and many more.

At Kensington Palace we endeavour to provide every client with an exceptional royal welcome. Our dedicated team aims to respond to every enquiry within 24 hours and from your initial site visit to the event evening our enthusiastic team will see clients through the entire process. Therefore, clients looking to find a large, versatile events space in zone 1 the Pavilion is the ideal venue!

Lumiere London

The Embassy is the latest and greatest addition to the lumiere family, this space boasts a class of its own, from the location and the superbly restored period interiors to the lush high quality fittings and furniture.

For an unique event you will be pressed to find anything quite like this.

Science Gallery London

Science Gallery London is a free to visit space in London Bridge. Part of King’s College London, it is a vibrant, interactive place where art and science collide through exhibitions and events. Opening in September 2018, this unique space spans across three floors and offers a variety of spaces for meetings and events from breakfast to dinners and everything in between.

The Grubstreet Author

Launched in April 2018, The Grubstreet Author (GSA) occupies a formerly derelict basement area of The Brewery events venue in London. Accessed from a discreet private entrance on Milton Street, the venue is comprised of three distinct event spaces. It has a maximum capacity of 150 guests, split over three rooms which is equal to 214m2.

The GSA is as a luxurious, high-end offering tailored exclusively to smaller sized events who wanted a venue that, due to the association with The Brewery, they knew they could rely on to deliver a quality event, in a setting that would create a lasting impression. The venue is a unique proposition to the events market in that it bridges the gap between a traditional event space and members clubs, restaurants and bars.

The first year of operation has been a great start for the venue which has delivered over 80 events.

Alexandra Palace Theatre & East Court

Alexandra Palace Theatre and East Court has reopened in December 2018 following a £27 million restoration. The restoration project represented the biggest investment in the venue for a generation and has resulted in a truly unique space – opened to the public 80 years after it last closed its doors.

Originally opened in 1875, Alexandra Palace Theatre was a home for spectacle and delight, where audiences were entertained by pantomime, opera, drama, ballet and music hall. The restoration has breathed new life into the space, welcoming a new generation of audiences. In a short space of time, Alexandra Palace Theatre has established itself as one of the city’s most exciting and unique event spaces.

Central Hall Westminster

Central Hall Westminster (CHW), with its imposing Grade II* listed building, is an iconic feature of the London skyline. Designed by architects, Henry Vaughan Lanchester and Edwin Alfred Rickards, the venue is architecturally and historically significant, containing the largest self-supporting domed ceiling in Europe, ornately-designed staircase based on the Paris Opera House and numerous period features throughout. Other notable elements include the 32ft, 4731-pipe organ in the Great Hall, built by Hill & Son in 1912, giant marble pillars on the first floor and its magnificent VIP balcony which overlooks Westminster Abbey. A purpose-built meeting place since 1912 to commemorate the death of Methodist founder John Wesley, CHW is central London’s largest conferencing and events venue. Today, over 800 events are held every year including concerts, television broadcasts, graduation ceremonies and conferences. Hosting events is integral to its identity, having originally been used as a public meeting space for the Methodist Church. It offers 25 varied rooms and spaces for events of all sizes from the smallest meeting rooms to the magnificent Great Hall with a capacity of over 2,200.

InterContinental London – The O2

InterContinental London – The O2 is one of the newest and most impressive conference venues located on London’s vibrant Greenwich Peninsula The gem within the venue is The Arora Ballroom, UK’s largest pillar-free ballroom which can accommodate up to 3,000 delegates It combines state-of-the-art facilities and a specialist in-house audio-visual team providing bespoke advice, taking events to the next level. Since January 2018 till date, the Arora Ballroom held 27 events for over 1,000 guests in its successful first quarter of trading with the average spend of £400,000 to £1 2 million. It has resulted in repeat events for global companies of over 1,000 guests including Alteryx, British Recorded Music Industry (BRIT) running for third consecutive years, West Ham United Football Club awards and Quirk’s Media to name a few. The hotel teams provided expert advice to help them decide the best solutions and did lose sight of delivering event ideas and authentic experiences that made the attendees feel good – which was expected from the events such as creating a menu with vegan options and going an extra mile and provide a wine matching.

Old Billingsgate

With a total floor space of 80,000 square feet, three unique spaces and the ability to host up to 2,500 people, the possibilities for creativity are endless at Old Billingsgate! Each individual space has a distinct feel, and this, along with being such a large and versatile space means we draw in a range of events – from high-end car launches to fitness exhibitions. A week at Old Billingsgate can begin with a gala dinner for 1000 in The Grand Hall and end with a wrap party for 2,500 in all three spaces!

There aren’t many venues located in such a prime city-spot that can host 2,500 guests. We have the potential to accommodate a full day conference and exhibition in The Grand Hall and The Gallery, with a drinks reception on The Terrace and the opportunity to delve down to The Vault for a gala dinner and dancing long into the night with our 3am licence.

We have a beautiful, large, historic building in a stunning position in the City of London. This, mixed with a team who are passionate not just about events, but events at Old Billingsgate, we think is the perfect combination.

QEII Centre

The QEII Centre is central London’s leading large events venue, hosting more than 400 events every year for up to 2,500 delegates. The variety of events held at QEII ranges from conferences, exhibitions and global association meetings, to fashion shows, product launches, dinners and awards ceremonies. Customer service is at the heart of QEII’s offering, whether it’s the digital team creating bespoke apps, the award-winning caterers creating sustainable menus that excite guests, or every member of the team going above and beyond to make each event a resounding success.

The 2018/19 financial year has been QEII’s best year to date, forecasting a year-on-year financial growth of 9% with a projected turnover of circa £15.67m.Over a 6-year period, there has been a growth rate of 63%, and the centre’s net economic contribution to the UK economy in the past year has been £145million, and its GVA to London alone was £110.9million.

Royal Lancaster London

The newly renovated, Royal Lancaster London has an enviable location in the heart of the capital, with unbeatable views of the cityscape. It is one of Europe’s leading conference and banqueting venues and can host up to 3,000 delegates.

A recent £85 million refurbishment of the entire hotel saw aesthetic, technological and environmental improvements to the venue’s 14 meeting rooms and two larger suites, plus a complete refurbishment of the kitchen facilities. Royal Lancaster London is renowned for offering the best of sustainable British fine-dining, and its customisable menus to suit all occasions and dietary requirements.

Flexibility is one of the venue’s key strengths, with purpose-built event spaces which can be utilised as required by the client. Full AV and technological support is available 24/7.

Customer service begins long before the event, with facilities such as the Senses Room, Banqueting Sampler Menu and a fully informative website. The dedicated and highly skilled events team are on-hand throughout to ensure every conference runs smoothly.

Royal Lancaster London is renowned for its green credentials and this has proved a huge draw for many clients with like-minded CSR goals who prefer an environmentally aware service.

The O2

The O2, now in its twelfth year of operation, is best known as one of the world’s most iconic music and entertainment venues, but the London landmark offers a whole lot more than just this. This past year has been another successful for corporate events, a testimony to the exceptional arena content we deliver year on year that makes The O2 such an aspirational place to hold events. Once again we’ve been first choice for clients to launch new events; the venue’s infrastructure allows for them to be ambitious in their event planning, knowing full well we are capable of hosting big name stars, staging and whatever else they might dream up.

Tobacco Dock

With capacity for 10,000 guests, Tobacco Dock really comes into its own when hosting large-scale events.

Our 57 different spaces are highly adaptable and can be used in a variety of combinations to allow for creative and innovative events. Our flexible spaces, paired with our outstanding WiFi provision, AV capabilities, impressive list of preferred suppliers and exceptional team, means that Tobacco Dock has wide-ranging appeal. We hosted 198 events last year, including conferences, product launches, corporate parties, consumer food and drink events and fashion shows.

Our in-house catering team, Tobacco Dock Food, can work with the most demanding of briefs and regularly fulfil service times of just 20 minutes for 1,000 diners. Our data communication options are second to none – reliable and cost effective with many upgrade options such as hard-wired lines, WiFi upgrades, streaming, closed networks and personalised Splash pages. Our standard WiFi provision is hefty – over 3GB bandwidth and able to simultaneously support up to 8,000 devices

London Hilton Park Lane

The five-star London Hilton on Park Lane is Hilton’s flagship hotel for exceptional events. Our service is impeccable, the decoration stunning and our commitment to the finer details, a priority. The food is guaranteed to awaken taste buds. If a desired dish is not on the menu, the hotel’s award-winning team will create it and are experts at organising entire culinary experiences to the clients’ specifications.

The London Hilton on Park Lane is an award-winning venue for celebrations. We feature one of the largest ballrooms in Mayfair – known for its classically elegant decor and stunning chandeliers. From gala dinners to award ceremonies, you can trust us to provide an impeccable and inspiring service. The Grand Ballroom with its classic touches is synonymous with style, flair and versatility and we have hosted some of the most prestigious events in London.

Madame Tussauds London

Madame Tussauds London was founded in 1835 on Baker Street, moving to Marylebone Road in 1884 where it has remained since. For the last century it has been an events venue, hosting the likes of Queen Victoria and her family for afternoon tea. It has kept up to date with the latest faces in pop-culture, music, sport, fame and history and the venue itself has certainly not been left behind with constant refurbishments to keep it modern and fresh.

There is more to Madame Tussauds than simply being a stand-out choice of venue. Lots of extra elements and surprises work to takes guest on a journey through history and pop-culture. Its roster of famous faces and figures is constantly being updated and improved with bigger and better exhibitions every year. It’s a stand-out choice that always impresses guests and clients alike.
At Merlin Events, it’s fun and magic at the heart of everything we do. The team works closely with the client to ensure they, and up to 1000 of their guests, have an unforgettable experience at Madame Tussauds every single time.

Ministry Venues, 103 Gaunt Street

2018 was a landmark year for Ministry Venue’s 103 Gaunt Street, hosting 43% more events than the previous year and winning prestigious brand events from both British and international companies.

WIth significant investment in its technological and environmental infrastructure in 2019, the venue drastically reduced its use of single-use plastics, switched to digital communication across every process of its venue hire process and invested in high performance technology to replace the need for printing branded materials throughout the venue.

The venue hire team grew by 150% to provide clients with a high level of service and bring new corporate clients to working with the venue. Every potential date in December was full with conferences and celebrations, as the venue’s busiest month to date.

While the team introduced a brand new venue into its portfolio, 103 Gaunt Street outperformed targets, bringing in prestigious brand clients including a number of FTSE 100 companies and world class brands.

Pavilion at the Tower of London

The stunning Pavilion at the Tower of London can accommodate up to 1,200 guests for receptions, and between 300 and 700 guests for Christmas lunches and dinners. There is no other venue in London which has such a distinguished backdrop or capacity to match The Pavilion.

The Pavilion is innovatively designed and built to fit in with the historic surroundings and offers a magnificent interior that emulates the regal splendour of the Tower’s rich history.

The Pavilion is like no other event space in London. Being situated in the shadow of one of London’s most iconic landmarks, The Pavilion is guaranteed to leave guests lost for words. It’s unique in its position and its design and being in situ for only 10 weeks each year, offers real exclusivity within, what is already, a very special location.

The Kia Oval

The Kia Oval used to be called a hidden gem in conference and events but with an extensive list of repeat clients holding their annual events with us, including Alzheimer’s, Macmillan and SGN, we think hidden may now be an understatement! Our focus as a venue is not only on ensuring we continue our growth but on the customer experience for the 2000 events we hold per year; this experience starts from the moment a client enquires right through to the post event follow up. Each event is one of a kind, and we believe that the service we provide should be too. Our devotion to delivering the best events possible is exemplified by feedback from one of our repeat clients, St Giles Trust. “The staff at the Oval were amazing and super helpful and the food exceeded my expectations. All in all it was a great day and our staff really enjoyed the conference and for our first timers they were in awe of the grounds (I too am still in awe even though I’ve been there a few times).”

The Mermaid London

The Mermaid London is a high-profile corporate and social events venue, located in the heart of the City of London. We can adapt to any type of event. From immaculate attention to detail, versatile and flexible event spaces and a diverse offering, we are dedicated, experienced and committed to ensuring that every event is an outstanding success.

Excellence and creativity are embedded in our DNA, which translates to how we approach events. As a privately-owned business, we are flexible and adaptable, without compromising on service or quality, enabling us to deliver exactly what our clients want. We host a variety of events ranging from complete venue buy-outs for over 1900 delegates/guests with client’s own branding throughout, to stylish themed Christmas parties in our River Rooms, large scale conferences for up to 600 in our Auditorium, 27 stand exhibitions, to smaller, more intimate meetings, private banquets and weddings.

We ensure our facilities are maintained. We continually invest to offer the highest of standards, from not just the fabric of the building, but also to provide the most advanced AV technology and innovative catering options, enabling us to be the most versatile venue.

Troxy

Troxy is an art deco Grade II listed venue in East London. Originally opened as a luxury cinema, the venue has since been a theatre, bingo hall and is now one of London’s best loved and coolest London venues for a huge variety of events, from awards ceremonies, to fashion shows, indoor sports, conferences and gala dinners.

Troxy is proud to be one of the few remaining independent venues in London which along with their audio capability makes the venue a mecca for live music fans. In 2018, Troxy announced their partnership with the ticketing platform DICE, making them the world’s biggest mobile-first venue.

Retaining many of the original features, the venue is unique and even features its own original Wurlitzer organ- the largest of its kind in Europe.

From Sink The Pink club nights to K-Pop bands, the gigs held at Troxy are cutting edge. Clients come to the venue for both its vintage features but also its brave and flexible management team. From creating reveals with the venue’s hidden second stage to working with caterers to create more informal dinner options for conferences and awards, the team push the boundaries alongside their clients to create truly astonishing events.

30 Euston Square

Built in 1906, 30 Euston Square is a unique Grade ll* venue, which integrates grand Edwardian façade with original Greek-revival architecture and modern characteristics to provide a superb choice of flexible spaces . The venue gives new clients the opportunity to try somewhere exciting and special, and existing clients know they can use us for a range of other events.

In everything we do, our values are built on commitment, enthusiasm, trust, integrity, originality and innovation. Our focus is to consistently deliver excellence across all areas of our business.

Our venue spaces are designed to offer flexibility in every sense of the word, allowing organisers to utilise the state-of-the-art facilities in a manner that suits them. Our unique building offers a superb choice of versatile spaces which can host for a wide range of corporate and social events.

It’s the perfect venue to be considered for small, medium and large events, set amongst some truly amazing historical features and facilities.

America Square Conference Venues

We work really hard to collect customer feedback both from the organiser and the attendees. Our fantastic people are empowered to act on this feedback to ensure beat organisers expectations every time. Our facilities are constantly being updated and renewed as our industry constantly evolves.

Banqueting House

Banqueting House was specially created for entertaining in 1622 and is the only remaining part of what was ‘The Palace of Whitehall’. The palace has a heritage for entertaining heads of state and international ambassadors and in more recent years has become a landmark venue for corporate clients, charities and milestone events for private wealth clients.

The palace demonstrates impressive versatility and makes for an incredible events venue offering an abundance of character and an atmosphere that cannot be replicated anywhere else. Guests ascend a grand staircase to reach the Banqueting House’s impressive Main Hall featuring sweeping pillars and the breath-taking Ruben’s ceiling paintings, as well as boasting one of the largest capacities in London.

The palace also houses the vaulted Undercroft, originally designed as a drinking den for James I and his friends, and today forming the perfect setting for an intimate dinner or drinks reception.

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

The Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington, 6th largest hotel in London is welcoming half a million visitors to the Royal Borough and with over 300 permanent employees under our roof The Tara has been part of the community for many years and is a legacy hotel that most people will have some connection or memory with Over the past 4 decades the Tara has welcomed global dignitaries, works closely with many foreign embassies and has accommodated royalty on many occasions The hotel is steeped in history and our employees are what makes the Tara such a memorable place and it is our intention to continue this legacy through providing all our guests with a story to tell! Our hotel management is driving a culture of embedding ourselves into our local community to act as ambassadors for change in striving to attract local talent to work within hospitality We share a passion to make a difference in people’s lives We are galvanising close working relationships with charities such as Grenfell United, The Chelsea Community Hospital and the Royal Borough of Kensington-Chelsea Mayor’s chosen charity, Solidarity Sports, we have devised a year’s program of activity around inspiring“Masters in Hospitality”.

Farmers & Fletchers in the City

Farmers & Fletchers is not just your usual conference and events venue. It is a vibrant, modern space uniquely linked to food and with a sense of tradition, where a group of people who are passionate about what they do meet together and create unforgettable events; large and small, where every client is special. I think that’s why we have such a variety of events. From conferences, exhibitions, product launches, workshops, smaller meetings and days away to dinners, Christmas parties and private receptions. Formal or informal, Farmers & Fletchers is your Best Space in the City.

One Great George Street

One Great George Street lives up to its name by successfully juggling its historic beauty with technical innovation and exceptional service. With its enviable location a stone’s throw away from the Houses of Parliament, it attracts an array of diverse customers, but it never rests on its laurels. Its dedication to customer service reaches every corner of its organisation, and its innovative website, blog and extensive social media platforms ensure its online influence follows suit; with its in-house experts easily accessible to all. It continually receives outstanding feedback from customers, earning it a high percentage of repeat business, and an excellent reputation as an outstanding venue. It is particularly attractive to event organisers because it is a prestigious yet affordable one-stop-event-shop. Organisers can sleep easy knowing that all the components for their event are in one place and are managed from concept to completion by one great team.

Phoenix Arts Club

The Phoenix Arts Club is a thirty-year-old, independent bar and restaurant located in Central London, just underneath The Phoenix Theatre The venue offers a variety of event hire options and provides flawless entertainment alongside it (if you so desire!) Adorned with theatrical posters and memorabilia in every corner of the space, you make your way down the marble staircase of the basement bar and you enter another world! As one of London’s best-kept secrets, The Phoenix Arts Club welcomes creatives, admirers and people looking to celebrate independent venues and community Offering a member’s service, nightly cabaret entertainment, delicious food and mouth-watering drinks, the club shines as a special gem in the small businesses of Central London This 250-capacity space continues to thrive and celebrate with its theatrical flair and is one of the most unique spaces around! Previous hires have included, Topman, Soft Cell, Ed Sheeran, Warner Brother Music, Netflix, MADE com and more!
Recent awards include – Best Restaurant (FSB), Entertainment Venue of the Year (Great British Pub Awards), Best Small Business (Camden Business Awards), Best Community Business (Small Awards), King of Clubs (The Club Awards) and winner of Time Out’s ‘Most Loved Venue’!

Victory Services Club

Victory Service Club (VSC) is an award winning independent venue run by a conscientious, proactive, flexible, dedicated and customer led team who consistently strive to do their utmost to ensure our clients have the best possible experience of our venue.
The recent refurbishment programme has ensured that all areas of the Club are fully equipped, beautify decorated and event ready. The Club is fully accessible with wheelchair access from pavement to all the event spaces and a recently installed platform lift.
The VSC is a registered charity that re-invests revenue from commercial events to fund schemes, including free weekend breaks for injured members of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families.

In June 2019, VSC reported a 27% increase in event sales (year on year) which contributed to a 17.5% rise in the number of free Respite and Welfare breaks given to injured members of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families. VSC also reported an 18% increase in the number of events held at the Club, a 22% increase in business from corporates, associations and agents and 52 new clients.

116 Pall Mall

116 Pall Mall is a magnificent Georgian building in the heart of London, just moments from some of the city’s most sought-after spots. Opened in 1828, it’s now home to the Institute of Directors.

With five floors of versatile and flexible spaces, we hosted over 850 events and 2,500 meetings in 2018. We have clients from all different sectors, and events included corporate occasions, private events, festive celebrations, weddings and more.

116 Pall Mall will captivate guests with opulent décor, magnificent original features including sweeping staircases and breath-taking chandeliers, period charm and unique heritage – all enhanced by flawless service.

Carousel

What makes Carousel so unique is the breadth of our offering and the versatility of our spaces. Whether it’s creative in-house production, stylish surroundings or top-notch food and drink you’re after, we do it all, enabling us to attract stellar clients from a wide range of industries. Think Ben & Jerry’s, Drunk Elephant, Instagram, Timberland, Etsy, L’Oréal, Elemis, Warner Bros, Netflix, Phaidon, Amazon, Google, Twitter, Facebook and HSBC. Every event is different. There’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all solution at Carousel. Whether it’s a press day for AmEx or a screening for Netflix, we work hard to adapt our spaces to the task a hand. The same approach applies to our food and drink offering; nearly everything on our menus is homemade, from freshly baked sourdough bread to our own miso. 2018 was another bumper year for us. We executed more events than ever (500+ all in all), transforming our different spaces into everything from a pop-up ramen bar for Wagamama to a Caribbean beach shack for Condé Nast Traveller. Key to our success is our commitment to exceptional customer service and a passion for creating extraordinary events, no matter how out there the brief.

h Club London

Nestled in the heart of Covent Garden, h Club London is a private members’ club for the creative industries. h Club has the space and facilities to accommodate a whole host of events, from brainstorming sessions and product launches, to private dining and parties for up to 300 guests. Non-members are welcome to host events at h Club, and take advantage of our creative spaces – the perfect backdrop for any event.h Club has become known for being a very flexible venue, not only in terms of our physical space, but also for our ‘never say no’ attitude. We will always strive to deliver the vision of the client.

Old Billingsgate

At Old Billingsgate we are lucky to be blessed with three versatile spaces; with a total floor space of 80,000 square feet. Our spaces can be hired separately or in conjunction with each other for up to 2,500 guests – the possibilities are limitless! Each space holds a sense of character and charm that we are extremely proud of and together make us a ‘one-stop-shop’ capable of holding a full programme of events all under one roof.

As a large versatile space the sky is the limit, we attract in a variety of different events from fashion shows to gala dinners. Whether that is a feature film wrap party for 2,500 guests with real grass carpeting the floor or a slide from the mezzanine level – you name it we’ve done it!

For some venues it’s their versatility that makes them appealing to clients, for others it’s their history or the location – here at Old Billingsgate, we have it all! This, mixed with a team who are passionate not just about events, but events at Old Billingsgate, we think is the perfect combination.

OXO2

Located on level Two of the iconic OXO Tower, OXO2 is a contemporary bright events spaces that can host up to 450 guests for standing events, and 200 guests for seated events. The venue is made up of interconnecting gallery style rooms, which give clients complete flexibility with adapting the space to suit their event. The minimalistic chic architectural design offers a wealth of styling and branding opportunities.

A key feature is the floor-to-ceiling windows that span the entire length of venue offeringunparalleled, panoramic views across the city.

The versatility of the space makes OXO2 the ideal setting for a range of different events including weddings, corporate parties, product launches, conferences, private dining and experiential events.

QEII Centre

The QEII Centre is central London’s leading large events venue, hosting more than 400 events every year for up to 2,500 delegates. The variety of events held at QEII ranges from conferences, exhibitions and global association meetings, to fashion shows, product launches, dinners and awards ceremonies. Customer service is at the heart of QEII’s offering, whether it’s the digital team creating bespoke apps, the award-winning caterers creating sustainable menus that excite guests, or every member of the team going above and beyond to make each event a resounding success.

The 2018/19 financial year has been QEII’s best year to date, forecasting a year-on-year financial growth of 9% with a projected turnover of circa £15.67m.Over a 6-year period, there has been a growth rate of 63%, and the centre’s net economic contribution to the UK economy in the past year has been £145million, and its GVA to London alone was £110.9million.

Sunbeam Studios

Sunbeam Studios, set in the heart of North Kensington, was purpose-built as a showroom for Talbot cars in 1903 and offers stunning Edwardian elegance.

In 2005, the Grade II venue was transformed into what is today one of London’s leading photographic studios and event spaces, forming a unique coupling of historic and modern ‘blank canvas’ elements.

Our venue appeals to client’s in a large part due to our ability to transform the space effectively to suit any style, and we have therefore held an eclectic mix of events from product launches to weddings. The venue can accommodate guest numbers of up to 250 standing and spans 800 square metres across 5 events spaces.

The space is comprised of three interlinking halls and two smaller rooms. Clients can choose to use the venue in its entirety, or it can be segmented to hold up to five events simultaneously.

We regularly have leading brands through our doors and have hosted events for clients including; Adidas, Vodafone, BBC and Porsche as well as holding a bevy of celebrity and VIP parties.

We are constantly improving our facilities to keep at the forefront of trends and stay current with the requirements of our clients.

The Montague on the Gardens Hotel

In 2011, the Montague saw a way of utilising space on the Wood Deck that was used but not to its full potential. With this in mind we opened London’s first and original Ski Lodge. A pop up style bar that was created to offer something different in the heart of London. Now, in its 8th year, The Ski Lodge is ever growing in the number of visitors and is a well-established Christmas venue in London.

Following this success, the team created the Beach Bar for the same area creating the ideal summer venue complete with sand and a jet ski. Once again, this idea was unique in London and has become more popular each year with record figures.

With the Log Cabin/Garden Terrace just next door and a function room with DJ and dance floor, we can welcome up to 200 guests to the Ski Lodge and Beach Bar.

Between these seasons, the Garden Terrace becomes Mix It, a cocktail bar where guests become the bartender and create their own cocktails.

Each year, with new additions and exciting staff promotional activity including travelling through London dressed in ski-suits or with a surf-board, the pop up experiences continue to grow!

The Royal Horticultural Halls

At the Royal Horticultural Halls anything goes with 200 events each year comprising a cornucopia of productions.

Since 1904 the public have thronged to The Lindley and The Lawrence Halls in Westminster for business and recreational events. From the lavish and creative to the functional and formal. Slicing up the spaces, using them uninterruptedly, or both Halls together, their versatility is second to none.

Each week can contain seven completely different kinds of events using a mix of in-house expertise and production interlinked with trusted suppliers to deliver a seamless event. The team works closely with clients ensuring dreams become reality, utilising both budget and space to best effect, and exceeding expectations.

Organisers love the spaces and relish in creating wonderful productions for guests to explore from fashion houses to conferences or car auctions.

Whether it’s a full-scale house with removable roof for a fashion show or a greenhouse suspended from the ceiling, a small and intimate dinner or exhibition for up to 2,000 guests, it can all be done in the Halls.

Long standing clients of over 31 years bear testament to the service and professionalism staff deliver; even Winston Churchill and President Obama were impressed.

Cutty Sark

An ambitious feat of engineering has lifted Cutty Sark 3 metres into the air above her dry dock creating a truly awe-inspiring event space underneath her hull unlike any other event space in the world. Up to 270 guests can dine directly underneath the 963 tonne ship suspended above them, with natural daylight flooding through and event lighting reflecting off her copper hull. The world’s largest collection of Merchant Navy figureheads decorates one end of the space, forming an incomparable backdrop to any band or DJ. The ship has four additional unique event spaces for the guests to enjoy. Clients can enjoy drinks on the Weather Deck enjoying break taking sweeping views across the River Thames of the Isle of Dogs and central London. The Master’s Saloon on the Weather Deck offers a private dining experience for 10 using the very table the Captain would have used to entertain guests at port. The ‘Tween deck with its bowed floor, interactive displays and rocking benches all providing the illusion of being at sea offers an experiential reception space. The Lower Hold deck is home to the only historic ship theatre in the world and is available for awards, presentations and speeches.

ICEBAR London

About to celebrate its 15th year as the UK’s only permanent -5°C ice bar, ICEBAR London is the central attraction of Mayfair’s Heddon Street Food Quarter.

Since their inception in 2005 they have seen fourteen fantastic annual incarnations, from underwater adventures, to super-sized cupcakes and a full-size food truck, rock’n’roll heroes and a tongue-in-cheek play on tourist London complete with punk Trafalgar Square lions and Banksy-inspired ice art in the walls.

Their latest theme, Valhalla Calling, draws its inspiration from the myths of the Norse Gods, Odin, Loki and Thor, the monsters of Ragnarok, the final war at the end of the world, and the fabulous hall of Valhalla where Odin feasts every night with the bravest warriors who have fall in battle.

An event at ICEBAR London is a uniquely memorable experience and the perfect venue for parties, product launches, private dining, Christmas celebrations, meetings and corporate events.

When it comes to London’s coolest venues, there’s cool and maybe even super-chilled, but no one else in town will ever be as cool as -5°C!

Kia Oval

The Kia Oval is, at its heart, a cricket ground with a rich sporting history which spans over 179 years. This includes the first FA cup final, the first international rugby game, and many incredible cricket moments. However, in recent years, The Kia Oval has also become known as one of the fastest growing and finest conference and events venues in London. With over 73 rooms and a mix of modern and traditional, we can offer something for every taste. We bring together our experience in world class hospitality and a dedicated and flexible events team to deliver fantastic events with outstanding food. As a client from Beneficial Life states “when I have two MD’s coming up to me and saying it’s the best event they have been to, I think that says it all.”

Lord’s Cricket Ground

Owned by Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), Lord’s is one of the most famous cricket grounds in the world – uniquely traditional and modern, with the Victorian Grade II*-listed Pavilion and award-winning J.P. Morgan Media Centre. Both of these iconic buildings can be seen from the recently constructed Warner Stand, which opened in 2017.

Lord’s is proud to host 16 characterful event spaces, accommodating between 10 and 500 delegates.

Lord’s is also home to England’s first ICC Women’s and Men’s Cricket World Cup wins and England’s heroes have created a legacy at Lord’s which will forever be remembered. You can safely say no-one has ever witnessed sporting occasions quite like these ones before and events held at Lord’s will leave a lasting impression.

The significant investment in improving the facilities at Lord’s shows the ambition and desire to continually improve the customer experience. In particular, the quality of the in-house catering, combined with award-winning service, makes Lord’s a cut above the rest.

The unique environment and experience at Lord’s give guests something to talk about. These iconic spaces combined with the history of the ground and flexibility on offer, ensure that Lord’s is a unique and perfect choice for any event.

SEA LIFE London Aquarium

SEA LIFE London Aquarium is the City’s largest aquarium, being widely-enjoyed by many for more than 20 years. Sitting on the bank of the River Thames, it has been running since 1997 and is able to accommodate up to 750 guests. The venues construction was an incredible use of an otherwise abandoned space and it has seen countless renovations and upgrades since. The new Coral Kingdom is most recent; a particularly colourful and interesting additional to the impressive space.

Being London’s only underwater venue makes it genuinely one-of-a-kind as a choice for hosting events, including conferences, award ceremonies, corporate parties, private dinners and more. The attractions variety of areas are opened to explore and provides a unique, mesmerising atmosphere at any event.

Creating fun and unforgettable experiences is what Merlin Events is driven to do. Its team strives to deliver without exception and take on every request they receive. They work closely with the client and listen to their ideas and objectives. Pre-event planning is made as simple as possible through streamlining the process and always providing a dedicated, experienced events manager.

Skylight

With its 360° views of the London skyline, large capacity spaces and seasonal activities, Skylight, perched atop the iconic Tobacco Dock, is one of London’s most imaginative and exciting destination bars.

Offering terrific scope for corporate parties, networking events and product launches, this beautiful destination bar transforms with the seasons to become an urban lawn club in the summer months and a neon-lit icy wonderland in the winter. Summer visitors can get competitive on the croquet and pétanque lawns, while in the winter guests can enjoy Europe’s only real ice rooftop ice-rink.

Organisers benefit from the planning skills of the experienced Tobacco Dock team and are able to choose from a range of packages to create the perfect event. Available for both full and shared hire, this stunning rooftop bar has capacity for 600 guests. Delicious catering options are carried out by our street food partners, or our in-house catering team, Tobacco Dock Food.

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Union Chapel

Union Chapel has been an inspiring space for events since 1992. Renowned for remarkable acoustics, the warmest of welcomes and a magical atmosphere.

Last year we had over 200 public events. These events support the conservation and development of our remarkable building, which is also home to an inclusive church and a homelessness project.

The varied programme has music at its heart, with performances from the likes of Bjork, Amy Winehouse and Elton John over the years. We also have a plethora of comedy, spoken word, film and community events.

Events at Union Chapel are a little bit different. Audience members can sit in a pew and enjoy a mug of tea. In the café there’s delicious food cooked by people being supported in their recovery from homelessness. And there’s spectacular architecture for a backdrop. That said there’s also crumbling brickwork, outdoor loos and damp corners, problems that every event here helps us to improve. Our profits go back into looking after this venue, a venue truly like no other.

ZSL London Zoo

Where else in London can you enjoy a Summers day watching Costa Rican Humboldt penguins speed past whilst sipping on a delicious cocktail or devouring mouth-watering bowl food in Tiger Territory to a backdrop of a majestic Sumatran tiger?

With a range of unique venues, we host the full spectrum of events; from conferences and gala dinners to summer parties and weddings. Of the 12 venue spaces we have, 6 are based in our animal enclosures, where our guests can experience evening receptions and summer parties up close and personal with our wonderful animals to create long-lasting memories. With complimentary access to the Zoo and a range of exciting add-ons such as unique animal encounters and private Zoo tours, we try and inject some fun into all our events.

In the last year, we have relaunched our brand, made our catering options healthier and more exciting, introduced a new microsite and hosted ‘Into the Wild’, a party for our clients to celebrate all of this to tie in with our refurbishment https://youtu.be/az7X8QoXwvw

We take pride in working at the Zoo for its uniqueness, its values, its incredible events and for what these events mean to keeping our conservation projects going.

London Dungeons

While the history inside the London Dungeons goes pretty far back, it first debuted on Tooley Street in 1976 where it remained for almost 40 years. In 2013 it moved to be alongside some of its sister attractions in Southbank, all of which Merlin Events are the official event management company for. The latest incarnation of the chilling attraction took a team of over 300 people, ranging from engineers to theatre directors, costume designers and up to 43 different trades of builder, to recreate.

The venue provides a totally unique opportunity for events, unmatched anywhere else in London. The space is so exciting and constantly evolving with elements being updated all the time. Its immersive theatre performances are always being refreshed and honed to ensure maximum fright! From the service staff to the event managers, actors to the technicians, the whole team is enthusiastic about providing the most memorable experiences they can for guests to the venue.

Merlin Events ensure every event delivered at their venues is done so to a world-class standard. The team has nothing less than genuine passion for their work at the venue, which should be naturally expected for the iconic portfolio of attractions

Masonic Temple at Andaz London

Hiding inside Andaz London Liverpool Street hotel, an original Masonic Temple is Andaz London’s best-kept secret. A stunning Grade II listed room designed in 1912, it is considered one of the grandest masonic temples of its time and still one of the most beautiful in the City of London. Listed by Forbes Magazine as one of London’s Top 5 most stunning private dining rooms, the Temple is completely covered in 12 rare types of Italian marble and is also known as The Grecian Temple.

Still hosting masonic lodges regularly, the temple provides a popular backdrop for any event having hosted photoshoots, fashion shows, filming, product launches, burlesque and cabaret shows, film screenings, VIP exclusive premiers, music videos and social events like milestone birthdays, anniversaries, blessings and wedding parties.

The experienced Andaz London team is always on hand with innovative ideas to help ensure that organisers make the most of it, having worked with clients from Paloma Faith to Lady Gaga, HBO/Game of Thrones or Alice Cooper.

Andaz London also hosts a myriad of ticketed events in the Masonic Temple like Temple Cinema, The Masonic Masquerade, Cult Freak burlesque shows or Temple Yoga.

Phoenix Arts Club

The Phoenix Arts Club is a thirty-year-old, independent bar and restaurant located in Central London, just underneath The Phoenix Theatre The venue offers a variety of event hire options and provides flawless entertainment alongside it (if you so desire!) Adorned with theatrical posters and memorabilia in every corner of the space, you make your way down the marble staircase of the basement bar and you enter another world! As one of London’s best-kept secrets, The Phoenix Arts Club welcomes creatives, admirers and people looking to celebrate independent venues and community Offering a member’s service, nightly cabaret entertainment, delicious food and mouth-watering drinks, the club shines as a special gem in the small businesses of Central London This 250-capacity space continues to thrive and celebrate with its theatrical flair and is one of the most unique spaces around! Previous hires have included, Topman, Soft Cell, Ed Sheeran, Warner Brother Music, Netflix, MADE com and more!
Recent awards include – Best Restaurant (FSB), Entertainment Venue of the Year (Great British Pub Awards), Best Small Business (Camden Business Awards), Best Community Business (Small Awards), King of Clubs (The Club Awards) and winner of Time Out’s ‘Most Loved Venue’!

St Pancras Brasserie and Champagne Bar

On the doorstep to Europe, St Pancras Brasserie and Champagne Bar by Searcys invites you on a journey back in time. Taking centre stage in this glorious, iconic location, St Pancras by Searcys is a delight from beginning to end of Europe’s longest Champagne bar.

A true hidden gem, our Brasserie and Champagne Bar is located above the hustle and bustle of St Pancras International Station and can be transformed into a spectacular event space for exclusive hire or private dining for any occasion.

Unique features such as the ‘Press for Champagne’ button on each table, soft individual blankets and heated leather seats ensure that St Pancras Champagne Bar and Brasserie promises to provide a warm welcome.

Berry Bros. & Rudd’s Sussex Cellar

With over 315 years of history, Berry Bros. & Rudd is justly proud of its illustrious past. The cellars were initially converted in 1999 to create London’s most exclusive fine wine and dining venues.

The Sussex Cellar is the most recent addition to our exceptional wine education and entertainment venues. Equipped with the latest technology, it offers purpose-built convenience suited to receptions, meetings, tutored wine tastings, lunches and dinners. After entering via a secret door in one of Berry Bros. & Rudd’s historic Pickering Place townhouses, guests descend into a dual level venue that combines modern architectural innovation with the feel of the atmospheric cellars.

Officially unveiled in July 2015, the vaulted design was inspired by Spanish bodegas and makes use of handmade tiles to create archways and columns that extend through both levels of the space. The interior cellar has been styled with an eye to retaining the feel of one of our existing cellars, but with a contemporary elegance.

Berry Bros. & Rudd’s Events & Education team creates a truly memorable experience in our unique and atmospheric cellars, located at the heart of London’s historic St James’s Street.

Violin Factory

The Violin Factory is a hidden gem in the heart of London’s South Bank that’s unlike anything you’ve ever seen before! Its unique and contemporary style is not only impressive, but flexible, making it the perfect event space.

In 2004, the Violin Factory became the first London property in history to be featured on Grand Designs and today, the Violin Factory is a not only an award winning private residency, but it’s also used as a private hire venue for clients ranging from Amazon to Harrods.

Equipped with a professional kitchen, a tall book-lined library, two roof terraces and a wine cellar, the entire house is also illuminated by a glorious abundance of natural light which enters through the original ceiling beams. The versatility of the space means that it can be dressed up or simply left as it is and still be able to wow people. Fitted out to the highest specification with bespoke interior touches, the house comes dressed with some of the world’s most exclusive furniture.

The uniqueness of the Violin Factory makes this space a one of a kind offering and a very deserving contender for the Best Unique Venue at this year’s London Venue Awards.

Wellington Arch

Set in the heart of capital at Hyde Park Corner, Wellington Arch is one of London’s most iconic monuments. Crowned by the largest bronze sculpture in Europe, it is a venue that offers a charismatic and versatile mix of old and new. Moved to its current location in 1885, it has played host to a number of events from birthday parties and celebrations to product launches high end jewellery and drinks companies. The Quadriga Gallery is ideal backdrop for your event with the clean white walls and stylish flooring which can take on different moods with lighting or dressing, creating even more impact and drama at your event. Outside on the balconies, you get stunning views across the London skyline and can watch as the Queen’s Life Guard and Cavalry ride through the gates. Our flexible approach and experienced hospitality team means that each and every event is combines the beauty of the past with the highest standards of the present, Wellington Arch is the perfect venue to make every event historic.

99 City Road Conference Centre

99 City Road Conference Centre is a 300-capacity conference, exhibition and event venue within the headquarters of global satellite company, Inmarsat. Originally designed as an in-house event space for Inmarsat, 99 City Road opened to the public in 2001. Since then it has re-branded, gone through extensive refurbishments and has become a key player in the London conference scene with excellent client retention and year on year growth.

Barbican

The Barbican is a world leading conference and international arts venue. Located in the City of London, it is capable of holding meetings from 10-2,000 delegates in its fully equipped concert hall, theatres, conference suites and boardrooms.

The Barbican provides a vibrant and inspiring venue for corporate events, conferences, meetings and entertainment.

In 2018/2019 we hosted 371 events (up 5%) with a footfall of 143,000 delegates.

The Barbican is one of the City of London’s most iconic venues, it has a world leading arts programme, cutting edge technology and a dedicated, customer focused event management team. The spaces sell themselves, which is why we can spend our time focused on customer care and delivery for everyone who walks through our doors.

Old Billingsgate

For some venues it’s their prime location that makes them unique. For others, it’s their history. A few rely on their views and outside space, and some their size. Here at Old Billingsgate we are lucky enough to have it all!

Thankfully we haven’t had to think too far outside the box to become a leading London venue – we have a beautiful, large, historic building in a stunning position in the City of London. With transports link to all over the capital, it’s easy for guests from both near and far to reach us. Whether it’s by tube, train, boat or plane (City Airport is situated only twenty minutes from us!), the unforgettable views from Old Billingsgate make any length of journey well worth a it.

Our three spaces are all unique, each possessing a diverse sense of character and charm that we are extremely proud of. With key clientele on our doorstop and being surrounded by sweeping panoramic views of London, Old Billingsgate is the perfect blank canvas venue in the heart of the City. This, mixed with a team who are passionate not just about events, but events at Old Billingsgate, we think is the perfect combination.

Searcys at The Gherkin

The Gherkin; a truly iconic landmark on London’s skyline and home to one of London’s most renowned caterers, Searcys. Housing the top four floors of this stunning venue, we offer exquisite spaces for corporate and private events, perfectly Instagramable and forever memorable.

The venue has continuously developed to outshine city competition, guaranteeing every experience is exceptional. Our mesmerizing views and unique spaces have attracted a plethora of different customers.

The Searcys team are passionate about creating flawless events working with a customer-centric approach, an unwavering enthusiasm, strong work ethic – excelling as individuals and a team.

RESULTS 2018-19
– Winner of the London Venue Awards – Best Private Dining Rooms
– 913 events in 2018
– 22,641 restaurant guests across 2018
– Revenue growth – 22% year on year
– Our independent social media customer feedback score has reached 93% for hospitality.

The Brewery

Occupying the site of the original Whitbread Brewery on Chiswell Street in the City of London, The Brewery is one of London’s leading large-scale event venues.

The Brewery attracts a wide range of clientele from IT/Tech and Publishing to Financial Services and Associations and celebrates a 50% repeat business rate.

In 2018 the venue achieved its most successful year to date with revenue in excess of £18.5 million and 560 events hosted.
The Brewery brand benefits from a huge amount of goodwill from customers who have experienced an event at the venue and now established and iconic within the events industry, has become a mark of assured quality, with the playful but authoritative tone convincing event organisers that they are hosting events within a space where they are free to express their creativity, with the guarantee of flawless delivery, beyond the standards achieved by other event venues.

The Clubhouse, Bank

The Clubhouse is London’s leading business members club, meeting and events space, home to over 650 businesses and with locations in Mayfair, St James’s, Bank and Holborn Circus.

The Clubhouse, Bank opened in October 2017 and is located on the 7th and 8th floors of the recently completed One Angel Court, in the heart of the Square Mile perfectly situated close to Bank, Moorgate and Liverpool Street stations with panoramic views over the City skyline.

Covering 11,500 sq ft, The Clubhouse, Bank offers a great mix of spaces available for hire including a private roof terrace and garden. In addition, The Clubhouse, Bank offers a range of flexible events spaces, meeting rooms, boardrooms and presentation rooms including the stylish Clublounge and an expansive flexible meeting area that features bespoke leather banquettes, concept furniture, and stunning lighting as well as floor-to-ceiling windows with views of every major City landmark. These spaces can host a variety of daytime, evening and weekend events for up to 200 people. The entire space sets a new benchmark for the City and is ideal for corporate receptions, parties, conferences, roadshows, offsites, strategy days, talks, networking events and product launches.

The Honourable Artillery Company

The Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) is quite unlike any other City venue; a magnificent Georgian house set in a five-acre garden and hidden away in a quiet location just a short walk from the buzz of Old Street and Moorgate.

The HAC is the London home of the Honourable Artillery Company, a charity incorporated by Henry VIII in 1537 whose primary charitable purpose is the support of the Regiment which bears its name. The Regiment are based in Finsbury Barracks which is part of the London estate and is leased by the Company to the MOD.

This unique, historic London venue offers a wide variety of event spaces for functions ranging from conferences, meetings and awards dinners to summer and Christmas parties and wedding ceremonies and receptions. From small meeting rooms for 10 people through to the stylish Prince Consort Rooms which seat up to 400 guests, the HAC is able to offer the perfect setting for every type of event. Outside, the stunning five-acre Artillery Garden provides the ideal backdrop for all these events as well as being available to hire for sports such as cricket, rugby, softball and football plus company fun days, team building and barbecues.

The Mermaid London

The Mermaid London is a high-profile corporate and social events venue, located in the heart of the City of London. We can adapt to any type of event. From immaculate attention to detail, versatile and flexible spaces and a diverse offering, we are dedicated, experienced and committed to ensuring that every event is an outstanding success.

We were built in the 1950’s. We opened our doors to the events industry in 1997. We have significantly invested to offer the highest of standards and facilities throughout our nine event spaces, including the City’s only 600-seated auditorium. We embrace the City’s history and charm and use this in all business areas. Whether throughout sales and marketing initiatives, event catering and event production partnerships, or in the naming of event spaces to share the City’s unique history when attracting international bookers.

Excellence and creativity are embedded in our DNA, which translates to how we approach events. With complete autonomy in decision making, we are attractive to event bookers and City-based corporates, as we are flexible and adaptable, without compromising on service or quality, enabling us to deliver exactly what our clients want, making us the best venue in the City.

The Steel Yard

The Steel Yard brings London’s Victorian industrial revolution to today’s digital revolution, providing versatility, fast internet speeds and high spec AV and Lighting The venue is ideally located in the City of London, underneath the Cannon Bridge railway with major tube and rail stations just a stone through away The unique mix of industrial Victorian London, edgy underground club vibe, excellent internet coverage and raw black space that can easily be transformed and tailored to clients’ needs makes the venue a popular destination for discerning clients looking for a venue that is both practical but also reflects the cosmopolitan mix of a city that never sleeps and continues to innovate Being uniquely managed by production experts the venue is able to offer detailed technical knowledge, innovative and creative ideas all whilst tailoring the advice to each individual client Our approach is to understand the client’s goals for each event and provide the best cost-effective solution, rather than a one size fits all model. It is perfectly located at the epicenter of the UK’s digital revolution in the heart of the City, making it a prime destination venue, a blank canvas, for global brands.

Barbican

The Barbican is a world leading conference and international arts venues. Located in the City of London, it is capable of holding meetings from 10-2,000 delegates in its fully equipped concert hall, theatres, conference suites and boardrooms. In 2018/2019 we hosted 371 events with a footfall of 143,000 delegates.

The Barbican recognises the impact that our operations and activities can have on not just the environment but also people and we are committed to reducing these impacts by setting and achieving clearly defined objectives and targets to achieve continual improvement.

Due to the nature and scale of the Barbican we recognise that we have a leadership role to play in both the meetings and arts sectors and are therefore developing our systems with the ambition of being recognised as exemplars of best practice in CSR.

BMA House

BMA House– modern events with heritage, placing sustainability at the heart of everything we do.

A beautifully bright and spacious Grade II listed building designed in 1911, our magnificent venue boasts 21 unique and versatile spaces, all fitted with cutting edge AV technology.

A strong balance between the old and new is at the heart of our offer. New technology, new thinking on nutrition and new ideas about what an event space can be merge with real heritage and a proven track record to create the story of BMA House today.
From small meeting rooms to full conferencing spaces for up to 320, it is a favourite for sustainable Conferences, Meetings, Award Ceremonies, Summer, Parties and Weddings.

We’re incredibly passionate about our food. Healthy meetings being our ethos with delegates’ wellbeing at the forefront of all menus, our talented chefs have created mindfully nutritious menus which focus on sustaining concentration and nourishing delegates with wholesome food. We are also fully stocked on ideas for any event or individual requiring vegan or vegetarian dishes.
Located in the heart of Bloomsbury just a stone’s throw away from mainline stations Euston and Kings Cross, our superb location suits both national and international conferences.

Cavendish Conference Centre

Every year we thoroughly audit all aspect of our operation with a view to reducing the harmful impacts our operations have on the environment. Every year we methodically introduce transformational and incremental changes to reduce our impacts. This year a particular focus has been on our water, energy and food consumption. We have introduced a huge range of measures to meaningfully reduce all of these.

Friends House

Friends House is a sustainable and ethical event venue in Euston, London. Its sustainable commitments are built into the structure of the company.

There are two CSR initiatives that are run at Friends House – Suspended Soup and Bake the Difference. There are also many active sustainable policies that ensure events with us don’t cost the Earth. The company adheres to the UN’s Sustainable Development Guidelines and is friendly, responsible, heartfelt and pioneering.

An award-winning venue, Friends House has been recognised for its environmental achievements by several governing bodies such as the Camden Climate Change Aliance, Carbon Smart and Compassion in World Farming. Friends House continues to lead the way for other event venues who wish to be more sustainable and held a discussion at Confex 2019 on the keynote stage to do so: ‘Are we green enough? How to make a difference in the events industry’.

Kia Oval

The Kia Oval has made sustainability a key focus since 2016 and has unquestionably made huge steps in reducing our environmental impact through innovative schemes. We have set a goal of being “single-use plastic free by 2020” which is an enormous task but one the club are keen to achieve. A fully recycled glass scheme across its retail portfolio, a policy of using non-plastic products throughout hospitality and the use of compostable cups in all C&E areas puts the venue as an industry leader already but we are still not stopping here.

Additional waste streams, segregated bins throughout site and a new compactor to handle the volume of mixed recycling are all investments by be the club to further reduce our environmental impact. We have banned plastic straws and sachets from the site and have changed the majority of our drinks from plastic bottles to cans including our water. Our ORCA machines are already seeing benefit with food waste being reduced by 1.2 tonnes and saving 1.14 tonnes of greenhouse gases.

The above has now seen recognition from Friends of the Earth describing the Kia Oval as “hitting sixes when it comes to beating plastic pollution”.

Searcys at The Gherkin

The Gherkin has been an iconic landmark on London’s modern skyline since opening in 2004 and whom better to house the top four floors of this significant piece of London skyline, than Searcys.

A forever popular choice for events in the city, hosting over 900 events per annum, ranging from product launches to presentations, weddings to breakfast briefings.

Five recently refurbished private dining rooms, two exclusive events spaces, 360-degree views over London and exceptional hospitality make Searcys at The Gherkin an unforgettable event venue.

The Gherkin’s business model and layout underwent a considerable redesign for which not only encompassed the change of a business model but also put events sustainability at the heart of it.

Searcys introduced its first corporate responsibility pledges in 2018 to ensure that sustainability remains at the core of the business across all their venues.

As part of our sustainability pledges, we are proud to work with the Sustainable Restaurant Association, Beyond Food and A Plastic Planet, all NGOs who advise us best on how to run a sustainable business now and developing our initiative for the coming years.

St Martin-in-the-Fields

In the heart of London, overlooking Trafalgar Square, St Martin-in-the-Fields is a unique venue for meetings, conferences and social occasions. The stunning historic buildings have been enhanced by contemporary design, and with delicious in-house catering and a dedicated events team, your event is sure to be memorable. St Martin’s has a long tradition of hospitality and welcome. From our pioneering work with homeless people through to hosting VIPs, politicians and dignitaries, St Martin’s doors are open to all. One of the finest Georgian buildings in London, St Martin’s is the parish church to the Royal Family and 10 Downing Street but also hosts two of the country’s leading homeless support charities, the St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity and The Connection at St Martin’s. It is also a world famous music venue, providing performance opportunities for aspiring musicians and free concerts almost every day. All these things make St Martin’s a venue like no other.

Wellcome Collection

Wellcome Collection is museum and library for the incurably curious which brings together science, medicine and art. The venue offers visitors contemporary and historic exhibitions and collections, lively public events and conference facilities. Wellcome Collection was established by the Wellcome Trust, an independent charitable foundation dedicated to achieving extraordinary improvements in human and animal health.

Since its launch in 2007, Wellcome Collection has become one of London’s most exciting event venues due to its constant innovation and focus on sustainability and CSR.

Located in central London and being an extension of the primary business, Wellcome Trust, Wellcome Collection has to ensure environmental responsibilities are met and as such, have implemented a number of initiatives.

One such initiative is Winnow, introduced to the venue in 2017. Winnow is an electronic measuring system for food waste, which weighs and records all discarded food products to maximise efficiency in the kitchen, reduces food waste and uses clear, analytical statistics to evidence achievement. Since introducing the system the venue has seen food waste reduce by half, as well as it being a useful tool to educate the kitchen team about the environmental and financial costs of food waste.

ZSL London Zoo

At ZSL London Zoo, sustainability is intrinsic to everything we do; it’s part of how we operate. As an international conservation charity, it’s at the forefront of our agenda.

Every detail is considered from pioneering ‘wine in a can’ (100% recyclable) through to supplying pencils made from certified renewable wood instead of pens for conference clients and being collaborators of the #OneLess campaign.

We promote and support conservation programmes through both our décor and approach to sourcing. We believe we have a responsibility to both protect the environment and educate and influence others.