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Over 60 unique, exclusive and prestigious London venues...

Unique Venues of London comprises over 60 member venues, all of whom offer exceptional venues for both corporate and private events. Whether you are planning a meeting, conference, exhibition, reception or dinner we have the most exclusive and prestigious venues in London. Whatever your preferred London location we can help - whether it's an evening by the River Thames, a wedding reception in a beautiful garden or park, a formal dinner in an historic building or an awayday in a contemporary setting.

Christ Church Spitalfields

“The Best building in London is back” wrote Rowan Moore in 2004. The magnificent interior, 300 years old, has been ushered back to life and the transformation is truly spectacular. It stands as one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Britain.

London Transport Museum

After a two year, £22.4m refurbishment, London Transport Museum is now open, bringing a striking new venue to this prime location on Covent Garden piazza.

Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich

Set on the banks of the Thames, the Old Royal Naval College provides a wealth of alternative settings for different events. Dine in the magnificent Painted Hall or party in the grounds with its lawns, colonnaded terraces and sheltered courtyards.

Cutty Sark

One of the finest survivors from the age of sail, featuring Britain’s largest collection of merchant figureheads; Cutty Sark’s decks offer spectacular views of the Thames and Docklands.

Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace has been a royal residence for over 300 years. The Principal London residence of the monarch for both George I and George II, Kensington Palace was the birthplace of the future Queen Victoria.

Kew Bridge Steam Museum

Housed within Georgian and Italianate buildings, and home to a world-renowned collection of steam engines, Kew Bridge Steam Museum was built by the Grand Junction Waterworks Company and supplied West Londoners with water for over a hundred years.

Benjamin Franklin House

The world’s only remaining Franklin home, conveniently located in the heart of London, magically blends original 18th century interiors with 21st century amenities.

Museum of Garden History

Housed in the former church of St Mary at-Lambeth, which dates back to 1062, the Museum is located in a prime position next to Lambeth Palace and overlooking Westminster.

Royal Geographical Society

The Society’s headquarters are hugely versatile and can host events ranging from meetings and conferences to parties, dinner dances, receptions and weddings.

Imperial War Museum

Situated within close proximity of both Westminster and the City this Grade II listed building with its dramatic and contemporary glass-roofed main atrium provides a stunning and dramatic backdrop to a variety of events.

Sir John Soane’s Museum

Behind the unusual projecting facade of this Grade I listed building, lies London’s most unexpected interior, every aspect of which reflects its creator’s architectural ingenuity, imagination and love of beauty.

Royal Horticultural Halls and Conference Centre

Central London venue with two elegant and historic halls popular for corporate banquets, product launches and exhibitions. The Conference Centre is known for offering the best daily delegate rate in town.

Royal College of Physicians

Rich in history, yet designed for the needs of today, the Royal College of Physicians is an award-winning, modern building located in a lovely setting overlooking Regent’s Park.

London Dungeon

Deep in heart of historic London, beneath the arches of London Bridge, lies the infamous London Dungeon. This is the ultimate alternative fun venue, a unique combination of real history, horror and humour perfect for fang-tastic parties and networking events of between 75 and 220 guests.

Lord’s Cricket Ground

One of the World’s most iconic and historic grounds, Lord’s is the ‘Home of Cricket’ but you don’t have to be a fan of the game to be part of its year round magic. From the Victorian elegance of the Pavilion and contemporary poise of the Media Centre to the Nursery Pavilion – one of London’s largest and most adaptable spaces – this venue is able to offer an impressive backdrop for just about any event.

Spencer House

Spencer House, built for the first Earl Spencer, makes an elegant and historic setting for breakfast meetings, lunches, cocktail receptions, dinners, civil weddings, concerts or contract signings. The House is available for a limited number of diplomatic, private and corporate events each year.

Hampton Court Palace

Dating back to the reign of Henry VIII, Hampton Court Palace has been the home of great hospitality over the centuries, a heritage that has continued.

Kew Gardens

The world famous Kew Gardens offers a range of magnificent venues within beautiful surroundings to meet the needs of both daytime and evening events.

Central Hall Westminster

A landmark building on London’s skyline, Central Hall Westminster boasts elegant marble foyers and sweeping stairways that lead to our spacious halls, conference rooms, exhibition areas, art gallery, café and serviced offices.

Gibson Hall

The Hall was completed in 1865 for the National Provincial Bank of England and was the greatest of the City’s banking halls, reflecting the Victorian elegance prevalent at the time.

London Zoo

Their latest exhibit “Gorilla Kingdom” offers the opportunity to experience tranquillity and wildlife in the heart of London. Your guests enter through an African Bird Aviary and experience the sights, sounds and smells of the African Rainforest. A natural walkway leads guests to Gorilla Island where they can enjoy drinks and canapes. Guests then enter the private dining area overlooking Gorilla Kingdom with nothing but glass separating you from gorillas. While your guests tuck in to gourmet cuisine and fine wines the Gorillas will start to settle for the evening in their night quarters.

The British Museum

The British Museum houses spectacular conference facilities within the architectural splendour of the Queen Elizabeth II Great Court, allowing guests to experience the atmosphere of one of London’s most significant cultural institutions.

Trinity House

Trinity house designed by Samuel Wyatt and built in 1796 has a unique suite of elegant rooms in a tranquil City location overlooking Trinity Square and The Tower of London.

Royal Opera House

At the heart of Covent Garden, the Royal Opera House has nearly 350 years of history and is the home of The Royal Opera and The Royal Ballet. The event spaces are surprisingly diverse, offering both traditional grandeur and cool, contemporary elegance.

Design Museum

The first museum in the world to be dedicated to modern and contemporary design, the Design Museum is located in an elegant modernist building beside the River Thames by Tower Bridge. With unrivalled views of the City of London and Canary Wharf, the Design Museum is a spectacular setting for any event.

Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey, in the heart of Central London, is a splendid location for meetings, receptions and garden parties. The Abbey is close to the Houses of Parliament and nearby Conference Centres, and has become very popular, particularly for Summer events.

LSO St Luke’s

Home of LSO Discovery, the London Symphony Orchestra’s ground-breaking orchestral education programme, LSO St Luke’s is a beautiful Grade I listed building in central London offering exceptional contemporary spaces to hire for arts, corporate and private events.

Guildhall

The Guildhall complex includes the Great Hall, Old Library, Crypts, Guildhall Art Gallery and Basinghall Suite which can all be hired for private events.

195 Piccadilly

195 Piccadilly, home to BAFTA and renowned for its starry international visitors, provides a glamorous central London venue with exclusive business and entertaining facilities for private and corporate functions across four stunning private event spaces.

St Paul’s Cathedral

For 1,400 years a Cathedral dedicated to St Paul has dominated the London skyline. Standing at the top of Ludgate Hill, St Paul’s is located both in the heart of the City and the Nation, and there are three stunning spaces in and around the Cathedral that can be hired for corporate events.

Science Museum

The Science Museum is renowned for its excellence and innovation. Located in South Kensington, the Science Museum offers a diversity of stunning galleries for both daytime and evening events.

Royal Air Force Museum

Sip wine by the Spitfire or dine with the Dambusters! The Royal Air Force Museum contains a wide range of versatile areas for Conferences, Meetings, Dinners, Exhibitions and Product Launches.

The EDF Energy London Eye

The world’s largest observation wheel, the EDF London Eye is one of the most visually dramatic additions to the Capital’s horizon and is the perfect location for any event.

London Wetland Centre

The London Wetland Centre is a stunning 43 hectare site within which areas for conferences and dinners are available both during the day and in the evening.

Southwark Cathedral

Next to London Bridge and at the heart of regenerated Bankside the rooms offer unrestricted views of the Thames and the City - yet they are perfect for quiet, concentrated reflection and strategic planning.

National Army Museum, Chelsea

With ten, widely different and uniquely versatile rooms, the National Army Museum can help you hold your event, your way. Plan your party in Victorian splendour or in functionalist white. Hold your business event amongst the nation’s heritage, or in a room branded only to you.

Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn

The historic buildings are set in spacious, beautifully maintained private gardens in the heart of Central London and offer a distinctive backdrop for all events.

Tate Britain

Tate Britain is one of the most prestigious arts venues for corporate entertaining, combining exceptional events with an opportunity to view a special exhibition or displays of its world-renowned collection.

Middle Temple

Probably the finest of the surviving Elizabethan halls, completed in 1570, Middle Temple’s historical grandeur and majestic gardens provide a perfect setting for your event.

Syon Park

Syon Park is one of the last privately owned ‘country’ estates in London, conveniently located eight miles west of central London. Syon House and the Great Conservatory are set in 208 acres of Thames-side landscaped parkland.

Tate Modern

Tate Modern is amongst the most prestigious arts venues for corporate entertaining offering versatile event spaces with stunning panoramas across London.

National Maritime Museum

Located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage site at Greenwich, the National Maritime Museum’s four unique venues provide a tranquil setting for an event, whilst being only 20 minutes away from the hustle and hustle of the city centre.

Madame Tussauds

The World renowned Madame Tussauds is London’s most unique themed venues. Constantly evolving and always forward thinking, no two events are ever the same.

Somerset House

Somerset House has been transformed into one of London’s leading cultural platforms for the arts providing an inimitable venue for corporate entertaining.

Royal Academy of Arts

The Royal Academy is the oldest fine arts institution in the country and is the only place where art can be seen, debated, created and bought. Its three venues provide exceptional surroundings for entertaining in the very centre of London.

Shakespeare’s Globe

Shakespeare’s Globe is a truly unique venue, a landmark on London’s cultural south bank. We have established ourselves as a dramatic venue for hosting unforgettable private events.

Leighton House Museum

Steeped in the history of Victorian art and architecture, Leighton House was the home of the great Victorian painter and President of the Royal Academy, Frederic Lord Leighton (1830-1896).

Victoria and Albert Museum

Reflecting its reputation as the world’s greatest museum of art and design, the V&A’s magnificent South Kensington building is itself an unique gem of Victorian architecture.

Wellington Arch

One of London’s best kept secrets and situated on Hyde Park Corner, Wellington Arch offers a stunning and exclusive location for entertaining in style.

Banqueting House

Magnificent Classical Building designed by Inigo Jones, completed in 1622, with a ceiling by Rubens and centrally located in the heart of Westminster

Natural History Museum

A magical backdrop for wedding receptions, the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum creates an unforgettable evening for both you and your guests. When it’s all about making an entrance, nothing beats the Central Hall. Float down the Victorian staircase into nature’s cathedral, with all eyes on you.

Dulwich Picture Gallery

‘The most beautiful small art gallery in the world’ - Sunday Telegraph. Set in landscaped gardens the Gallery is home to an outstanding collection of old master paintings.

HMS Belfast

Permanently moored on the River Thames, HMS Belfast is the ultimate venue for any event. Launched in 1938, HMS Belfast served throughout the Second World War playing a leading role at the Battle of North Cape and in the Normandy Landings.

Vinopolis

Located a stones throw from the River Thames and a short walk from the City, Vinopolis is London’s unique wine attraction offering a variety of stunning spaces.

National Theatre

Situated on London’s South Bank, the National Theatre stages over 20 new productions each year in its three auditoriums.

Wallace Collection

Entertain at the Wallace Collection a national museum in a central London town house. Enjoy spectacular rooms ornately decorated with sumptuous 18th Century paintings, glorious royal furniture and vibrant Sèvres porcelain. Or savour the experience of dining in the Courtyard, our elegant and dramatic glass covered atrium.

Royal Albert Hall

The Royal Albert Hall is one of the most famous concert and event venues in the world, hosting over 340 events a year. It offers unrivalled and unforgettable functions, day or night, for you and your guests in one of London’s most prestigious entertainment venues.

Fan Museum

The exquisite Fan Museum, unique in the world, combines a classic location with the height of elegance to provide an ideal setting of great character for smaller functions.

BFI IMAX

A versatile, modern venue in a prime location.

Museum of London

London is one of the most vibrant cities in the world and the Museum of London tells its story. We are located in the heart of the City, just a few minutes walk from St Paul’s.

Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge, one of the world’s most famous bridges is also an exclusive and stunning venue; ideal for events that require something extraordinary

Foundling Museum

One of London’s hidden treasures, the Foundling Museum has recently been sensitively refurbished to tell the poignant story of London’s first home for abandoned children.

Roundhouse

From modest Victorian beginnings, as a steam-engine repair shed, to a legendary cultural venue, the Roundhouse has an enviable heritage. Following a £30 million refurbishment, incorporating state-of-the-art production facilities, the doors of this magnificent Grade II* listed building reopened in 2006 and it now stands as one of London’s leading performance venues.

Royal Festival Hall

From the grandeur of the auditorium, to the intimate surroundings of the Sunley Pavilion, the Royal Festival Hall has a venue to meet your needs. With its central Thames-side location, the Hall also benefits from excellence transport links and accessibility, making it the ideal choice, whatever your event.

Laban

Laban is a stunning, ultra-modern venue located a short walk from the bustling centre of Maritime Greenwich. Designed by Herzog and de Meuron, the Swiss architects also renowned for the Beijing National Stadium (2008 Olympic Games), Laban received the RIBA Stirling Prize for ‘Britain’s Building of the Year’ in 2003.

Freemasons’ Hall

One of the finest Art Deco buildings in England, Freemasons’ Hall is now Grade II* listed internally and externally and available for all types of events.

Royal Courts of Justice

One of the finest Art Deco buildings in England, Freemasons’ Hall is now Grade II* listed internally and externally and available for all types of events.

Kew Palace

The most intimate of royal residences, Kew Palace has been a favourite entertainment venue for King's and Queen's for centuries, most recently for the celebration of HM Queen Elizabeth's 80th birthday. Guests can hold events and meetings in its royal splendour including George III’s Dining Room for up to 30 guests, and receptions in the Dining Room, Queen’s Garden, King’s Breakfast Room or King’s Library.

National Portrait Gallery

The National Portrait Gallery houses the finest collection of portraits in the world, offering a unique insight into the men and women who have shaped British culture from the Middle Ages to the present day. The venue can hold events, meetings and dinners in a range of spaces and galleries over three floors including the Ondaatje Wing Theatre and the rooftop Portrait Restaurant with its unparalleled views over Trafalgar Square and the London skyline.

Twickenham Stadium

The Home of England Rugby and the National Stadium, Twickenham Stadium brings its unique retractable tiered auditorium along with many other flexible events spaces to UVL. Along with stadium tours, the venue can also host drinks receptions in the player’s tunnel or pitch side, pitch side barbeques for up to 300 guests and even dinner in the England changing rooms for up to 55 people, hosted by a player.

Royal Hospital Chelsea

Founded in 1682 by King Charles II, the Royal Hospital Chelsea is home to the iconic Chelsea Pensioners. Considered to be one of Sir Christopher Wren’s finest works in brick, the venue offers a 66 acre estate suitable for a whole range of events, team-building activities and private tours of the Royal Hospital led by a Chelsea Pensioner guide.

Wellcome Collection

Welcome Collection offers inspiring gallery spaces for drinks receptions, historical dining in the surrounds of the Wellcome Library’s reading room, as well as a conference centre with the state of the art Henry Wellcome Auditorium at its heart. Delegates can include tours of the exhibitions and permanent galleries within their meetings and events.

Whitechapel Gallery

Founded in 1901, the Grade II* Arts & Crafts building is a benchmark for contemporary art and a world-class venue for entertaining. Neighbouring the city and located on the edge of the Olympic site, the gallery offers 3,600 sq. m of event space in 13 spaces, including nine galleries, two studios and a purpose-built auditorium suitable for events with up to 500 delegates.

Saatchi Gallery

The Saatchi Gallery plays host to a variety of events including formal sit down dinners, large reception parties and exhibitions. The acclaimed Saatchi Gallery, located in the heart of Chelsea's King's Road, offers 70 000 square foot of event space. The versatile modern space can be transformed to host up to 1 500 guests. The Saatchi Gallery is the perfect location for your bespoke tailored event.

Fortnum & Mason

Fortnum & Mason, the quintessentially English store in the heart of Piccadilly, has been a part of London life for more than 300 years. Thanks to their five restaurants, they can easily accommodate gatherings great and small from business events and product launches to birthday parties and weddings. They have function rooms too, elegantly decorated, and even the red-carpeted shop floor is available for hire.

Fulham Palace

Royalty and bishops have held counsels of historic importance in these stunning surroundings for centuries. It’s small wonder then that Fulham Palace, the country home of the Bishops of London since the 11th century, today provides an inspirational setting for all types of events. Sitting within 13 acres of botanical gardens Fulham Palace offers a range of excellent indoor and outdoor options.

Churhill War Rooms

This preserved site in the heart of Westminster is where Winston Churchill and his War Cabinet led Britain and her allies to victory during the Second World War. This once secret underground wartime bunker can accommodate events for 10 - 350 people and offers all modern facilities at a venue steeped in history.

Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising

Located in the heart of Notting Hill, a stone’s throw from iconic Portobello Road, the Museum of Brands combines modern conference facilities and vintage treasures, making it a unique setting for a variety of events.

Event Types

Awards Ceremony, Ball, Barbecue, Charity Event, Christmas Party, Concert, Conference, Corporate Away Day, Corporate Hospitality, Dinner, Exhibition, Fashion Show, Film Location, Launch Event, Media Event, Meeting, Party, Presentation, Reception, Roadshow, Seminar, Showcase Event, Sporting Activity, Wedding Reception, Idea Generation, Civil Wedding Ceremony, Civil Partnership Ceremony, All Event Types Hosted.

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Features

Stand-Up Reception Capacity 5000
Sit-Down Dinner Capacity 5000
Meeting / Conference Capacity 5000
Wheelchair Access
Civil Wedding Licence
Civil Partnership Licence
Sustainable Venue
Smoking Allowed In Designated Areas