Unusual venues in England

Dr Johnsons House

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

Tattershall Castle

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The Tattershall Castle is perfectly located across from London Eye, and a short walk from Waterloo or Charing Cross in Central London. A relaxed environment yet organised venue for any meeting.

R S Hispaniola

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• ·130 attendees
• ·3 meeting rooms

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

The Supreme Court

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• ·2 meeting rooms

Situated at the heart of historic Parliament Square, the home of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom offers a unique guest experience. Opposite world famous landmarks such as Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, the home of the Supreme Court in the recently restored Grade II* listed Middlesex Guildhall is available for hire for a variety of corporate events. A Gothic style building built in 1913, it sets the scene for a memorable event, especially during the evening - whether you are planning a small business dinner or a larger drinks reception. We are also available as a convenient Westminster location for business breakfasts, and can occasionally offer meeting room hire during the legal recess. Eye-catching features include majestic ceilings, intricate carved beams, an abundance of exquisite stained glass and world famous artwork. New artwork was also incorporated throughout the building as part of the extensive renovation. Whatever type of event you are arranging, we would be delighted to discuss how this inspiring and prestigious venue will capture your guests' imaginations.

BFI Southbank

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

Westminster Abbey

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• ·500 attendees
• ·5 meeting rooms

Known as the House of Kings, Westminster Abbey is the final resting place for many monarchs and has been the setting for Coronations since that of William the Conqueror in 1066. It has also witnessed numerous other royal occasions such as weddings and funerals. It is central to the life of the nation and is one of Britain’s major tourist attractions. It provides a choice of five unique settings for a prestigious corporate or private event; the Undercroft Museum, Cheyneygates, and in the summer months, The East Cloister, Saint Catherine’s Chapel Garden and The College Garden. The flexibility of choice allows for small dinners in intimate surroundings to large gatherings of up to 500 people in grandiose settings. The Abbey cannot be hired out for private events, for example, concerts, weddings etc. Enquiries about special services to be held in the Abbey Church should go to the Receiver General

London Eye Barracuda

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• ·1 meeting room

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

Paternoster Chop House

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• ·250 attendees
• ·2 meeting rooms

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

Shoreditch Town hall

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• ·5 meeting rooms

Restored to its Victorian and Edwardian splendour, Shoreditch Town Hall offers a unique setting for a variety of events. Our reputation as one of the most interesting, versatile and friendly venues in London is firmly established. We’ve hosted weddings, Christmas parties, prestigious music awards, post-premiere film parties, receptions, training days, theatre rehearsals, fashion and design shows, film and photography shoots, charity fundraising events, community activities, exhibitions and a whole range of meetings from 6 to 600 people.

The Victorian Vaults London

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Constructed at the turn of the 19th Century, The Victorian Vaults used to be headquarters to the United Kingdom Tea Company Ltd and benefits from very high ceiling heights and amazing original features. Converted into offices in the ’70s, this large Shoreditch Warehouse was left disused until very recently when the current creative team transformed it into a multi-functional event space for private clients. It has since been used for corporate functions, high-profile photo shoots, brand launch parties and art exhibitions as well as playing host to some top musicians and DJs from around the world

Sea Life London Aquarium

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• ·500 attendees
• ·1 meeting room

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

St Johns Waterloo

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• ·6 meeting rooms

The Livery Bar

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

Jewel St Pauls

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• ·70 attendees
• ·3 meeting rooms

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

Canvas One Shoreditch

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• ·1 meeting room

“A Private Flexible Intimate Space” Canvas One is a flexible and private small event space, perfect for those smaller events with lower budgets. The venue consists of one open blank canvas space, a green room and its own private covered courtyard. The venue is off the main street and has a main gate that can be shut to provide you with even more privacy. This is truely a great flexbile versitle space, located on Curtain Road, in the heart of Shoredtich. Canvas One is ready to hire for: Exhibitions Product Launches Talks Screenings Workshops Pop Ups Book Launches Fashion Showcases Film Shoots Photo Shoots Set Builds

Canvas Studios Shoreditch

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• ·1 meeting room

Canvas Studios is a brand new space in Shoreditch that measures over 1,500 sq ft and is a total blank canvas for your event. The aim of the space is to be flexible and accommodate your needs. Canvas Studios is available for a wide range of events such as: Exhibitions Product Launches Talks Screenings Workshops Pop Up Stores Book Launches Fashion Showcases Film Shoots Photo Shoots Set Builds

Village Underground Central London

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• ·4 meeting rooms

Village Underground is an amalgamation of two intrinsic elements - a collection of ex London Underground tube train carriages, coupled with the raw space of a voluminous Victorian warehouse. They host conferences and product launches, intimate dinners, parties and weddings, fashion shows, filming and exhibition work – everything? A fantastic blank canvas set in a beautiful building with many inspiring architectural features, from the huge void of the main atrium, with its ten meter high, glass paneled ceiling, to the fabulous brick work of its 19th century vaults. They are just minutes from the City and the West End. A 2 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street and a 9 minute walk from both Liverpool Street and Old Street stations.

Number Six Gresham Street

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• ·100 attendees
• ·3 meeting rooms

Number Six Gresham Street is a stunning London venue for hire which can host various events and corporate meetings. The current hall at the venue is the sixth design and was substantially rebuilt in the year 1954. The venue is located just stones throw away from the St. Paul’s Cathedral. The Great room on the second floor is the biggest room which is well furnished in period style. The hall is significantly well arranged for organizing presentations. The beautiful lightning decoration makes the venue look exotic. On the ground floor there is a Court room which retains its original features and is an ideal place as small receptions and party venue. The Number Six Gresham Street can accommodate a maximum of 100 people. Moreover, the guests can make their taste buds feel good as Inn or Out provides great food as they have a partnership with the hall. The other two rooms are The Parlour and Master’s room which are also used for hosting such special events.

Apt

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