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Babble

Lansdowne House 59 Berkeley Square London, W1J 6ER

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Set over two floors Babble has a distinct style and atmosphere, providing the ideal background for a variety of events. Babble is ideal for all corporate events and hospitality requirements: from breakfast meetings, daytime conferences for 80, or a large scale company party until 3am. Create your event around the stylish design of each area, or use the space as a blank canvas to brand and design to your requirements.

The Clubhouse Grosvenor Hill

50 Grosvenor Hill Mayfair London, W1K 3QT

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·6 meeting rooms

Our lounge and meeting areas are perfect for informal meetings, where you can meet with clients or colleagues in professional surroundings. These are both self-service and fully staffed, offering complimentary refreshments, tea and Nespresso coffee. We have 3 individually designed, air-conditioned meeting rooms,seating up to 8 people. Our high specification meeting rooms offer HD screens and audio-conferencing facilities. We can also cater for breakfast, lunch, or private dinners. All meeting rooms are charged on an hourly basis.

Victoria House Bloomsbury

Bloomsbury Square London, WC1

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·1 meeting room

Victoria House is a stunning neoclassical landmark in one of the capitals most historical areas. Constructed in the 1920's and extensively remodelled in 2003 to provide contemporary accommodation within an opulent structure. This impressive building houses 300,000 square feet of prime office, retail and leisure space including an original art deco ballroom. The Bloomsbury Ballroom is a unique, authentic Art Deco ballroom in the heart of Bloomsbury. It is an impressive ballroom with stage and adjoining Crush and Long bars. Additional information: 63amp 3 phase Toilets Parking: Pay & Display and NCP underneath Bloomsbury Square Catering facilities Lighting & sound system

Dr Johnsons House

17 Gough Square London, EC4A 3DE

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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

The Heritage Rooms

Victoria House, Bloomsbury Square, WC1B 4DA

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·1 meeting room

The Heritage Rooms are a series of grand, original Art Deco, mahogany panelled offices leading off marble corridors. - Toilets - Parking: Pay and Display bays - NCP Car Park underneath Bloomsbury Square - Wireless / Broadband internet

The Pop Up Shop

Victoria House, Bloomsbury Square, WC1B 4DA

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·1 meeting room

An empty retail space with exposed metal girders and brickwork, creating a flexible and urban backdrop in the heart of Central London. - Access to toilets possible - Parking: Pay and Display bays - NCP Car Park underneath Bloomsbury Square - Wireless / Broadband internet - Disabled access

Loop Bar

19 Dering Street London, W1S 1AH

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Set over three floors The Loop has style and atmosphere, providing the ideal background for a variety of events. The Loop is ideal for all corporate events and hospitality requirements: from breakfast meetings, daytime conferences for 80, or a large scale company party until 3am. Create your event around the design of each area, or use the space as a blank canvas to brand and design to your requirements. Our sales team will plan and support your bespoke event in consultation with the highly skilled management team.

ll Bottaccio

9 Grosvenor Place London, SW1X 7SH

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·400 attendees
·2 meeting rooms

ll Bottaccio is a stunning C19th French Renaissance building that overlooks Buckingham Palace Gardens. It is a majestic, elegant and exclusive setting that has been the glitzy venue of choice for L'Oreal, London Fashion Week, the BBC and Deutsche Bank. Il Bottaccio offers two galleries and two entrances; it is a flexible venue suitable for almost any occasion. ll Bottaccio's Grand Gallery is a sophisticated but light space that provides either a simple backdrop to your event or, a neutral setting perfect for bespoke decoration. The floor length windows flood the room with light that illuminates the high ceilings, white panelled walls and polished wooden floor. The stunning simplicity of the Grand Gallery has made it a favourite location for exclusive fashion shows for over a decade. The Gallery has hosted a number of London Fashion Week shows for designers such as De Beers and Gucci. The tall white walls provide clean backdrops that allow dramatic lighting installations, enable photographers to capture brilliant action shots and focus all attention onto the action within the room. In contrast, the Club Gallery offers a more sumptuous area in which to indulge your guests. The oak paneled room is lined with wine racks and furnished with luxurious red curtains and carpets. The Club Gallery is made for a wine tasting, reception, lunch, dinner or, down-to-business meeting. Whereas the Grand Gallery may host up to 400 guests, the Club Gallery hosts a more intimate 150 standing guests or 60 seated guests.

St Andrews Holborn

5 St. Andrew Street City of London, Greater London EC4A 3AB, EC4A 3AB

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·80 attendees
·6 meeting rooms

Set away from the bustle of Holborn Circus, the conference rooms are surprisingly quiet, affording some magnificent views over the largest of Sir Christopher Wren’s churches. All the conference rooms can have IT provided complimentary from our in house stock. Other equipment can be provided on request. The larger rooms can have a variety of layouts to suit all your event needs- whether a boardroom discussion, a theatre style presentation or a cabaret dinner. They can offer a full catering service, or you can choose from the list of recommended caterers. Whatever your needs, you will receive a warm welcome from our dedicated events team who will make sure that your event runs as smoothly as possible.

The Arches

29 Great Suffolk Street, SE1 0NR

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·1 meeting room

The Arches situated on Great Suffolk Street - SE1 is a series of long barrel vaults with exposed brick & interconnecting tunnels spanning over 30,000 sq ft. This exceptional, industrial space accessible from both Borough & Southwark, is fully licensed and can be hired exclusively in whole, or part, for all types of events. - Fully Licensed - Drive in Trailer Toilets - Disabled Access - Vehicle Access - Outside Smoking Area

The Fountain Room London

Coram's Fields, Guilford St, London, WC1N 1DN

Conference centre
·Exhibition
·Unusual
·2 meeting rooms

The Fountain Room is a stunning marquee structure that can hold up to 500 guests for a range of exceptional winter events. From daytime conferences, to drinks receptions and awards dinner, the Fountain Room is a beautiful blank canvas able to be transofrmed from day to night with the greatest of ease. The front of the venue boasts a beautiful festoon lit fountain, and with the interior draped in white showcases the state of the art lighting facilities. The venue has been transformed from a Masquerade Venetian Ball to an Enchanted Woodland, and we encourage clients to use their imaginations – there are endless possibilities to the flexibility of this space, and we are able to help you create your vision. There is a catering marquee attached to the venue, to guarantee the highest quality produce at all times, as well as fully fitted attended toilets, and thermostatic heating to ensure optimal room temperature. From more intimate music performances, cocktail receptions and dinner functions of up to 350 guests, the Fountain Room is the perfect location for a marquee based event.

45 Millbank

Number 45 Millbank Chelsea College of Art and Design 16 John Islip Street London, SW1P 4JU

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·200 attendees
·3 meeting rooms

NUMBER 45 MILLBANK is London’s Thameside Grade Two listed venue located just steps from Tate Britain and is part of Chelsea College of Art and Design.It is the perfect setting for corporate entertaining and private events, where parties of 15 through to 300 can enjoy the splendour of restored Edwardian elegance in three magnificent rooms. Our in-house events team is flexible and experienced. We listen to your specific needs and recommend the most suitable room(s). And once you have chosen your space, a portfolio of approved suppliers is available, to help you plan the perfect occasion. Today, Number 45 Millbank promises you and your guests an unforgettable events experience – blending the very best of Edwardian classic with Chelsea’s eclectic modern twist. GUESTS ARRIVING AT NUMBER 45 MILLBANK enter the Grand Hall, either by the main doors in Millbank or through the Pavilion entrance in The Henry Moore Courtyard. That’s whether they are attending an event in the Banqueting Hall, the Red Room or the Green Room. Also available is The Rootstein Hopkins Parade Ground. This is an award-winning large square surrounded on three sides by buildings occupied by Chelsea College of Art and Design, with the fourth side opening directly onto Atterbury Street. The Parade Ground is a most extraordinary space, not just for its vastness - 3500 square metres, but also because it is in a unique location: in the centre of London, in the heart of Westminster, next door to Tate Britain and the River Thames. Due to its scale and location the Parade Ground has enormous potential for hosting large-scale London-wide events.

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Gem Bar

10 Beak Street London, W1F 9RA

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Gem has a distinct style and atmosphere, providing the ideal background for a variety of events. Gem is ideal for all corporate events and hospitality requirements: from breakfast, daytime meetings or a large scale company party until midnight. Gem has a 500+ capacity and we have a late license Monday to Saturday. 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. The venue is perfect for private drinks, canapé parties, or private dining requirements, as well as early morning breakfast meetings, seminars & board meetings throughout the day.

Paternoster Chop House

Warwick Court 5 Paternoster Square London, EC4M 7DX

Unusual
·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.

One Events

1 Marylebone Road, NW1 4AQ

Unusual
·5 meeting rooms

With its stunning interiors and lush garden, you'll have endless possibilities to create an unforgettable experience for your guests. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, this event venue in London will surely exceed your expectations.

Royal Thames Yacht Club

60 Knightsbridge London, SW1X 7LF

Unusual
·120 attendees
·9 meeting rooms

The Royal Thames Yacht Club is the oldest continuously operating yacht club in the world offering unobtrusive excellence in every aspect of Club life. Founded in 1775, the Royal Thames Yacht Club offers a truly unique venue for all your conference and meeting needs. Seven elegant meeting rooms are available in various combinations for large corporate seminars to more intimate boardroom discussions.

The Hari London

20 Chesham Place London, SW1X 8HQ

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·4 meeting rooms

Boutique in size and renowned for impeccable and personalised service, the Hari is a home away from home in the heart of Knightsbridge. The Hari is located at Chesham Place, Belgravia, among sweeping crescents and stucco mansions in a quintessentially British neighbourhood. Here, cultural legacy meets eccentric wit to create a rich tapestry of design, comfort and elegance. It’s a place for locals to love, and guests to discover. At the heart of it all is the long heritage of impeccable hospitality bestowed by the Harilela family, who has built and managed hotels around the globe. The Hari aims at refining the life experiences of guests seeking deeper and more nuanced paths to their g

Orrery Restaurant

55 Marylebone High Street London, W1U 5RB

Unusual
·150 attendees
·3 meeting rooms

Orrery impresses food lovers with its French inspired menu and elegant surroundings. Comfortable and quietly confident, Orrery is one of Marylebone Village's favourite restaurants

The Livery Bar

130 Wood Street London, EC2V 6DL

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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.