Are you on the lookout for some of the best large event venues London has to offer?

If you’ve been put to the task of planning large company events – whether that’s the annual Christmas party, conferences or product launches – it’s always a good idea to have a bank of large event venues in mind to help your search.

So, we’ve put together our favourite large event venues in London to give you all the information you need when looking for your big guest list events.

The Vault, Old Billingsgate

An open event Space with curved, brick archways

Old Billingsgate in the City of London is a vast, open Space under breathtaking beautiful arches. The vaulted ceilings and exposed brickwork make this a fantastic backdrop for your large event.

The space can be used as it is or the blank walls really offer themselves the chance to get creative. With a 900 person capacity, The Vault is able to accommodate a variety of events. But if The Vault isn’t enough you can hire the space with The Grand Hall or Gallery, offering sometimes essential breakout areas.

Platinum Suite, ExCel London

Located in ExCeL’s central boulevard, the Platinum Suite is a self-contained conference centre that offers a spectacular blank canvas event space for any occasion.

Available for hire across three levels, this stunning Space can be combined with the Event Halls and additional meeting rooms as part of a large-scale event.

On Level 1 you will find a glass-fronted entrance and reception area in which to welcome delegates while Level 2 offers a lounge, bar, cloakroom, registration area and three syndicate rooms. Level 3 is where you will find the main conference room, as well as organiser and speaker preparation rooms.

So, for an event Space bursting with opportunity, the Platinum Suite at ExCeL London is top of the list.
Also available at ExCeL London is CentreEd, a dedicated meeting and training facility, ideally situated, with panoramic waterside views across London.

With 29 training rooms, coffee lounges and waterfront self-service restaurant, the venue is the ideal location for a workshop, networking event or team away day, and caters for numbers from 20 up to 400 delegates.

Explore both venues with our state-of-the-art 3D Tour, here.

The Porter Tun, The Brewery

A large, blank canvas event Space with wooden beams and high ceilings

The Porter Tun is one of the oldest and unobstructed event Spaces to London. Standing the test of time, this Space is a real favourite among event bookers. The exposed timber roof gives the venue an industrial and spacious feel. Astonishingly, this super-sized venue can accommodate up to 1,000 Guests. So enquire now with this impressive large event venue.

The Steel Yard

A large event space with exposed bricks and arches

Located in the heart of London, underneath Cannon Bridge Station, The Steel Yard has been extensively refurbished and offers an exciting new experience to the corporate market.

This undiscovered London venue comprises of two beautifully restored Victorian railway arches and has been fitted with extensive lighting and production.

This versatile event venue lends itself well to everything. From dinners and receptions, conferences, awards ceremonies and exhibitions to fashion shows and product launches with a maximum capacity of 500 Guests.

Here East

A large event Space with exposed piping and cabaret tables

Here East is a unique event space located in the heart of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

The space is ideal for a wide range of event types. From cultural and arts events through to corporate conferences, product launches and exhibitions.

Boasting a large capacity of 1,000 guests, the venue includes a 1,276m² blank canvas reception Space, a 2,385m² theatre with high-end conferencing technology, and an outdoor terrace with magnificent views over Canary Wharf and the City.

With the very best technical production, meticulous event management and memorable and delicious catering experiences. Here East is guaranteed to be the perfect environment in which to host your next event.

Battersea Evolution

A large industrial event Space in Battersea

Battersea Evolution is London’s most versatile and dynamic venue, set in the heart of Battersea Park. This purpose-built venue offers a huge capacity for up to 5,000 standing, 4,000 in conference or 2,000 for dinners.

The space has played host to a variety of awards ceremonies, product launches, conferences, gala dinners, parties, exhibitions and charity fundraisers.

Resident caterers Smart Hospitality are on hand to create innovative menus for your event with their extensive experience in large-scale catering. 
An unrivalled standard of technology is provided as standard by our technical partner, Hawthorn.

Exclusive hire of Battersea Evolution has total footprint of 5,500m². The venue gives you the opportunity to take over the site and tailor it specifically to your requirements.

Neptune Court, The National Maritime Museum

A large, open Space with a glass ceiling

Neptune Court can be found in The National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, a historic venue steeped in history.
What makes this large event Space special is that it sits at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the museum has 10 permanent galleries alongside special one-off exhibitions.

The largest event space at The National Maritime Museum is the beautiful Neptune Court, with a high glass ceiling the venue really feels light and airy.

Able to accommodate up to 1,000 Guests this venue is perfect for large award dinners, product launches or Christmas parties.

Hintz Hall, National History Museum

Perhaps one of the most famous venues in London, Hintz Hall at the Science Museum offers a truly unique backdrop for your event.

With dramatic architecture and impressive archways, Hintz Hall is an event venue sure to impress. Take in the wonders of natural history, as Hintz Hall offers the gateway to exploration.

This venue will impress no matter what, whether a Christmas party or company-wide celebration the museum’s dedicated events team will provide support no matter what the event.

Hintz Hall is the largest event space at the Natural History Museum. It can hold a staggering 650 seated Guest or up to 1,200 standing Guests.

Need more space? The surrounding galleries can be hired in addition to the main hall meaning you’ll have endless space to make your own.

Barbican Hall, Barbican

A large auditorium at the Barbican in London

An iconic London venue, Barbican is a cultural hub perfect for events. Barbican Hall is the largest event space at the venue and can accommodate seating for between 500 and 1943 people.

Barbican Hall is perfect for conferences, workshops and screenings. With unbeatable technical resource, design and top of the range acoustics, Barbican Hall is one of the country’s best auditoriums.

The Grand Hall, Battersea Arts Centre

Battersea Arts Centre is as beautiful as it is historic. Voted ‘Theatre Building of the Year’ at the Stage Awards 2019, this awe-inspiring event Space celebrates its history whilst also offering state-of-the-art, modern audio-visual equipment.

Suitable for dinners, conferences, award ceremonies, product launches, performances, fashion shows, weddings and many more.

The Grand Hall has its own private entrance, reception hall with domed stained-glass ceiling, cloakroom and bar.


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