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    Oxo Tower

    Oxo Tower

    Barge House Street South Bank London, SE1 9PH
    • Unusual
    • ·3 meeting rooms

    The Oxo Tower is a building with a prominent tower on the south bank of the River Thames in London. The building has been redeveloped as a mixed use development called "Oxo Tower Wharf", which currently has a set of design, arts and crafts shops on the ground and first floors as well as two gallery spaces, Bargehouse and gallery oxo A Restaurant is located on the eighth floor, which is the roof top level of the main building. The second to seventh floors contain 78 flats. On the eighth floor of the OXO Tower, located on the South Bank of the Thames in London, OXO's spectacular 250-foot terrace offers breathtaking views of the city, which complement the finest pan-Asian and modern British cuisine. OXO Tower Restaurant The OXO Tower Restaurant offers a fine dining experience in an intimate atmosphere. Our modern British dishes are seasonal and beautifully presented with an innovative twist. The Restaurant also offers a superb vegetarian/vegan menu and our team of sommeliers is on hand to assist with the first-class wine list of over 800 wines from around the world. OXO Brasserie The OXO Brasserie, with its state of the art open plan kitchen produces exciting dishes with intense flavours and global influences.The grey-blue contemporary tables in the airy dining space add to the impression of dining in the sky. Summertime al fresco dining is not to be missed, while live music from a fabulous line up of musicians adds a different dimension in the evening OXO Tower Bar Presiding high over the river Thames, the OXO Tower cocktail bar boasts its own stunning views over London and St Paul’s. Designed by Shaun Clarkson ID, the interior takes in some of the original design elements from the Restaurant and Brasserie, retaining the feel of a classic cruise liner, whilst at the same time introducing some strikingly modern touches. With an innovative drinks list and lunch menu, the OXO Tower Bar is a must visit destination

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    Hard Rock Cafe
    Coq d Argent

    Coq d Argent

    No 1 Poultry London, EC2R 8EJ
    • Unusual
    • ·300 attendees
    • ·1 meeting room

    Perched on the roof of No.1 Poultry, with views over the famous Square Mile, the elegant eatery Coq d'Argent offers diners the finest French cuisine in the most lavish of surroundings, with one of the most remarkable roof gardens in London. Our elegant restaurant offers real style for all occasions. Coq d'Argent is the perfect venue at which to celebrate your party, combining a unique indoor and outdoor space for weddings, corporate parties and family festivities. The Bar Terrace is available to hire for alfresco drinks and canapé receptions for up to 100 people. Our restaurant is also available to hire privately for corporate breakfasts and presentations. The restaurant accommodates up to 150 people seated and up to 300 people for a standing reception. We can organise entertainment, music, flowers and fireworks to make your event an memorable occasion. So whether you choose to hire the venue exclusively, a breakfast function or a Bar Terrace function, our events team will be on hand to make your party an amazing celebration

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    Drapers Hall London

    Drapers Hall London

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

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

    The Wall Bar

    The Wall Bar

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

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

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    Bishopsgate Institute
    Courtyard Room
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    Bishopsgate Institute

    Bishopsgate Institute, 230 Bishopsgate, EC2M 4QH
    • Unusual
    • ·500 attendees
    • ·12 meeting rooms

    Bishopsgate Institute is an ideal London conference venue, containing a range of spaces for corporate hire that can be adapted for your requirements. Each of the rooms in our Grade II* listed building has an individual history, and all are suited to conferences, meetings, and seminars. Host your conference in The Great Hall or hold a team away day in The Courtyard Room. Your bookings include complimentary wifi for all delegates. Why not add a memorable element to your day with our historical archives? Our add-on packages include archive displays, workshops with world-class experts, and private tours. Discover the stories of trailblazers who fought for social and political change, alongside the UK’s largest LGBTQIA+ archives. We are proud to partner with our recommended caterers who share our philosophy of giving back to the local community. Our caterers offer delicious dining options, all of which are sustainably sourced and creatively served.

    BFI London Imax Cinema SE1

    BFI London Imax Cinema SE1

    1 Charlie Chaplin Walk, South Bank, London, SE1 8XR
    • Conference centre
    • ·Unusual
    • ·477 attendees
    • ·2 meeting rooms

    BFI IMAX has Britain’s largest cinema screen, and you can hire the entire auditorium to give your event the biggest possible fanfare. The huge screen and 500-capacity luxury auditorium is perfect for major film premieres, product launches and awards ceremonies – and for special guests who can’t be there, you can stream in anything via satellite to your audience here and across the world. Upstairs, the first floor foyer is a brilliant space for receptions, photoshoots, product launches and other functions. We can help with all the logistics and catering you need BFI IMAX facilities Britain’s biggest cinema screen – 20m x 26m Stadium-style seating for up to 500, including wheelchair spaces Ground floor auditorium – 450 capacity First floor foyer – 320 capacity Fully licensed and air-conditioned IMAX 2D and 3D, 70mm and 35mm film projectors One minute from Waterloo station Available for daytime and evening hire

    The Gibson Hall London EC2
    Garden Room

    The Gibson Hall London EC2

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

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

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    Inn The Park

    Inn The Park

    Inn the Park St James's Park, SW1A 2BJ
    • Unusual
    • ·300 attendees
    • ·4 meeting rooms

    Situated within one of London’s most peaceful and beautiful Royal Parks, Inn the Park is a truly multifunctional venue and offers a unique opportunity to entertain your guests, with the best of British produce whilst enjoying the sublime and romantic views over the lake and Duck Island. This is the perfect location to enjoy this unspoiled urban oasis. The restaurant or lower bar terrace is available for private hire and is perfect for pre dinner cocktails and or more intimate receptions. Whilst the stunning roof terrace is available for private hire and offers a glorious space for BBQ’s and cocktail parties. Combining the creative talents of Oliver Peyton with designer Tom Dixon and Hopkins Architects, Inn the Park is truly a unique venue.

    Coopers Hall

    Coopers Hall

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

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

    Namco Station County Hall

    Namco Station County Hall

    County Hall, Riverside Buildings, Westminster Bridge Rd, United Kingdom, SE1 7PB
    • Unusual
    • ·1200 attendees
    • ·5 meeting rooms

    Namco Station is situated in London's magnificent County Hall, which is located next to the BA London Eye on London's South Bank. We are just a five-minute walk from the Waterloo and Westminster tube stations. We are a vibrant and cosmopolitan action packed venue of corporate entertainment, with over 150 of the latest interactive video games, a luxury American Pool Hall, twelve lanes of Techno Bowling and our famous Bumper Cars, all spread over 3 levels of pure enjoyment and big kid fun. Namco Station is the ideal venue for your corporate event, such as: Product launches Staff evenings and parties Client entertaining Networking events Graduate events Award dinners Team building challenges End of project celebrations and much much more……….. Our range of on-site activities extends from our fun Techno Bowling through to our famous turbo bumper cars with the latest drift system. What about a relaxing game of pool and a cold beer or just book a lounge area and watch that all-important sports fixture? With so much available on site, a relaxed clients evening or an interdepartmental team building event, the events team can provide help and guidance with getting the most from your event in London's most unique and unusual venue. Namco Station, County Hall has a dedicated events team to make sure that your events runs as smoothly as possible and are on hand to give guidance and assistance to give your event the edge over previous functions.

    London Eye SE1

    London Eye SE1

    Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7PB
    • Unusual
    • ·40 attendees
    • ·2 meeting rooms

    As well as being one of the most visually striking structures in the world - London Eye offers you a new perspective on a great city for your meeting or conference. London's famous streets, churches, palaces and monuments spread out below in a panoramic scene grown up from Roman times - and, on a clear day - views that stretch 25 miles to Windsor Castle. Experience breathtaking views in style from the luxury of your own private capsule. You and your guests will enjoy exclusive check in and priority boarding. For an extra special flight, choose from an exciting range of food and drink. For reservations of ten capsules or more, flights can also be arranged outside the normal operating hours.

    The Old Truman Brewery London

    The Old Truman Brewery London

    91 Brick Lane London, E1 6QL
    • Unusual
    • ·5 meeting rooms

    Our event spaces have played host to an eclectic mix of events on numerous occasions, from conferences and tradeshows to dinners large and small; exhibitions, product launches, fashion shows, photo shoots and filming, through to ambient and experiential marketing, the Old Truman Brewery has a blank canvas to suite your needs. From the stunning Grade II listed Boiler House, home to the landmark Truman Chimney, to outdoor spaces such as Ely's Yard, and to the recently redeveloped and formidable warehouse known as F BLOCK, the Old Truman Brewery provides versatile and multipurpose event spaces benefitting from heavy footfall and supported by a fine infrastructure of independent shops, bars, cafes and restaurants unparallel in London.

    The Steel Yard
    Revolution Bar

    Revolution Bar

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

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

    The Gherkin

    The Gherkin

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

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