London Venues Summit Event Guide

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e’re delighted that you have chosen to join us at the London Venues Summit – a unique event, tailor-made to meet your individual requirements. We have carefully planned out your itinerary to ensure your time here is worthwhile: Connect with businesses relevant to your current and forthcoming projects in our matchmade one-to-one meetings.

And let’s not forget the networking – we’ve created a relaxed environment for you to form new partnerships, with ample opportunities to mix with peers during the buffet lunch and coffee breaks!

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Our Partners

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Itinerary

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Seminars

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Dates for your Diary

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Delegates

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Supplier Directory

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ITINERARY MONDAY 1ST JULY

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08.45 - 09.20

Opening Panel ‘How to help events achieve net zero’ Hosted by Marja-Leena Toseland (PA Life Magazine) Joined by Emily Iveson-Pritchard (The Kia Oval), Joanna Garland (Eventurous) and Rebecca Lardeur (isla) Meeting Room 3/4/5

09.30 - 10.05

Seminar ‘New age of reality – how to use your imagination to achieve your goals’ Lena Thompson LENA THOMPSON Meeting Room 3/4/5

10.10 - 13.10

Face to Face Meetings Quayside Suite

13.10 - 13.55

Networking Buffet Lunch Cinnamon Restaurant

14.00 - 14.35

Seminar ‘Inclusive events, accessible venues: Paving the way for equal participation’ Meera Mawkin OutOut Meeting Room 3/4/5

14.40 - 16.40

Face to Face Meetings Quayside Suite

SEMINARS MONDAY 1ST JULY

08.45 – 09.20

“How to help Events achieve net zero” Sustainability in events is an important requirement today. However, the field isn’t quite level yet with a number of event suppliers and venues still only taking baby steps.

How can we help all suppliers achieve net zero status in the near future, and to do so within their cost targets?

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Can all suppliers achieve net zero status within the next couple of years?

Within the set timescales?

What are the key areas to focus on?

How can we, as an event industry, help everyone to achieve this?

What will net zero events look like?

Marja-Leena Toseland, Editor, PA Life - the premier media platform supporting the Professional Assistant community with the informative and inspiringcontent. We help to introduce the supplier side to the corporate bookers and buyers also through our vibrant PA Life Club activities. The areas I’m mostpassionate about are inclusion, career development and empowerment of our community, all areas of wellbeing, and climate change.

Hosted by: Marja-Leena Toseland Editor, PA Life Magazine Joined by: Emily Iveson-Pritchard Head of Sustainability The Kia Oval Joanna Garland Director Eventurous Rebecca Lardeur Climate Strategy Advisor isla

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Emily Iveson-Pritchard has worked in the events industry for 14 years with a background in commercial sales. They began engaging with their passion for sustainability duringtheir MBA at Central Saint Martins & Birkbeck with her focus moving to the sustainability of virtual events as part of her thesis. Emily now works as the Head of Sustainabilityfor Surrey County Cricket Club. In this role they lead Surrey County Cricket Club’s work in sustainability including the design, further development, and implementation of theirsustainability strategy with a focus on hosting and staging sustainable events.

Joanna Garland studied Rural Enterprise and Land Management and started her career as a rural practice chartered surveyor, but soon set out on her own in the events industry. She is the owner director of award-winning sustainable events venue Mythe Barn and also full service events agency Eventurous, and she keeps bees in her spare time.

Eventurous and Mythe Barn both have Greengage accreditation for their sustainability initiatives. Eventurous recently received awards for sustainability from industry bodies - Famtastic and the Meeting Industry Association, and were also finalists at the prestigious Meetings & Incentive Travel Awards for the Best Sustainability Initiative.

Rebecca Lardeur is a Climate Strategy Advisor with a diverse background in design and academic research. At isla, she leads on the long term strategy of enabling decarbonisationwithin the events industry. Her role is pivotal in steering isla’s strategic responses to global systemic and environmental challenges, ensuring alignment with the latest scientificinsights and regenerative models.

SEMINARS MONDAY 1ST JULY

09.30 – 10.05

“New Age Of Reality - How To Use Your Imagination To Achieve Your Goals” Imagination is the force with which we create our lives; whether or not we realise it, we have always been creating our lives with our imagination.

When we understand what imagination is and start to use it in the way it was intended to be used, we can create the life experiences we desire and achieve our goals with more ease and less struggle.

In this session, I will share four steps to show how to make significant changes in all areas of our lives with less effort and more ease by applying imagination to our goals and walk through a practical goal-setting process to help audiences transform their dreams into reality.

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Lena Thompson Future of Work Consultant & Speaker Lena Thompson

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Four pillars of Goal Setting Process Human Design Energy Types - road map to self understanding and insight on how each Energy Type is best suited to reaching goals and staying on track Imagination process (each participant will need pen & paper for this please) Decisions - how to consistently make good decisions to stay on track with goals Actions - Practical tips on how to take actions to reach goals easier and faster

Lena has over 15 years of experience in the corporate arena consulting, training and designing systems for global clients.

In 2019 she left her career to figure out her purpose and find direction in life.

Now, Lena is an award-winning entrepreneur and an international speaker on a mission to bridge the gap between the corporate and spiritual worlds. She believes that the real key to success and fulfilled life is self-knowledge.

14.00 - 14.35

“Inclusive Events, Accessible Venues: Paving the Way for Equal Participation” Calling all event planners! Learn the ropes of crafting inclusive conferences. From choosing accessible venues to attracting and supporting female speakers, this presentation provides simple and effective tips to make your events welcoming for everyone. Let’s make sure no one misses out – join us and boost the inclusivity of your next event!

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Meera Mawkin Founder OutOut

Explore strategies for sourcing an accessible venue for your event Understand why having a diverse speaker portfolio matters and how to make it happen.

Attracting and supporting minority and marginalised speakers.

Meera is a 26-year-old entrepreneur and is a leading voice in the diversity & inclusion space. She is a walking-stick user, and suffers from 7 medical conditions including Chronic Pain, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS. At the heart of Meera’s mission is OutOut. OutOut connects individuals with disabilities and medical conditions to accessible restaurants, bars and pubs.

Meera’s innovative vision and dedication have been recognized through her selection for the Unrest Accelerator and the 3-day female accelerator led by Alison Cork for National Women’s Enterprise Week. She was also nominated for the Entrepreneur of Excellence Award 2023 at the National Diversity Awards.

Meera sits on the Board of Advisors for Marketplace Risk.

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DELEGATES Accuro

Brand & Marketing Operations Manager

AFME

Events Administrator

Antares Managing Agency Ltd

Executive Assistant EA

Aon

UK Events Leader Events Specialist - UK

Aurora Energy Research

Events Logistics Coordinator Events Logistics Coordinator

AviadoBio Ltd

Executive Assistant

Aviation Week Network

Events Operations Senior Events Operations Manager

Barclays Ltd

Personal Assistant

BESA - British Educational Suppliers Association

Events Coordinator Events Coordinator

Big Creative Training Ltd

Contract Manager

BMW UK

Events Manager

BP plc

Executive Personal Assistant

BT Group

Marketing Manager

BVCA

Events Assistant

CDG Virtual Assistants

Virtual Assistant

Citibank Global Asset Management

Executive Assistant

Civil Society Media Ltd

Head of Events

Clyde & Co

Senior Events Executive

Commonwealth Games Federaton

Executive PA to CEO

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Global Events & Content Manager Email Marketing & Event Support

De-Charles’ Resources Ltd

Director

Deloitte

Senior EA & Group Operations Manager

Department for Business and Trade

Office Manager Deputy Head of Priority Events PMO

Dystonia UK

Director of Fundraising & Communications

Easyfairs

Senior Operations Manager Senior Operations Manager

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DELEGATES Financial Reporting Council

Head of Events

Gamma

Executive Assistant

Genius Sports Group

Legal EA Office Manager

Jupiter Asset Management

Event Manager

Kaplan International

Events Manager

LEYF

Head of Executive Office

Macquarie Group

Executive Assistant

Michael Wisher Ltd

Operations Manager

Morgan Advanced Materials

Executive Assistant

NVIDA

Senior Event Project Manager EMEA Events Intern

Ocorian

Senior Events Manager

PagSeguro International

Events & Travel Coordinator

Rathbones

EA to Board Chair

Remitly

Office Manager

SCTS

Conference Organiser & Finance Coordinator

Shard Financial Media

Event Coordinator

Silverstream Technologies

EA/Operations

Society Of Operations Engineers

Event Coordinator

The Civil Society Media

Events Assistant

The Up Group

Events Manager Office Manager

With Intelligence Ltd

Senior Events & Venues Manager Events & Venue Executive

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REMARKABLE SPACES. EXCEPTIONAL EVENTS. We are Ministry Venues.

Since 1991, we’ve been hosting events that leave a lasting impression. We’re ready to welcome you to one of our two sites across central London: each a blank canvas boasting an array of spaces where your vision can come to life.

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SUPPLIER DIRECTORY Barbican 02073 827 043 / business.events@barbican.org.uk / barbican.org.uk/hire/venue-hire Set in one of the most iconic Brutalist buildings in the world, we have a range of spaces that can be hired for your event. These include our Barbican Hall, which can accommodate up to 2000 people, our spectacular Conservatory which houses 1500 tropical plants, and our purpose-built flat-floored conference suites, our Frobisher Suites. Our spaces can be hired for conferences, AGMs, photo and film shoots, product launches, meetings, receptions, and weddings. Bringing your event to us helps supports our arts and learning activities

Bishopsgate Institute 02073 929 200 / events@bishopsgate.org.uk / enquiries@bishopsgate.org.uk Bishopsgate Institute is a historic and atmospheric building located two minutes from Liverpool Street Station.

Our flexible spaces could be the perfect venue for your London conference, wedding, rehearsal or film shoot.

We are a charity so hiring helps us take care of our beautiful building and historic archives.

Church House, Westminster 07502 247 050 / marina.papadopoulou@churchhouseconf.co.uk / churchhouseconf.co.uk One of the capital’s true hidden gems, we are set within Dean’s Yard and offer a peaceful and green setting along with stunning views of Westminster Abbey whilst being only a few minutes’ walk from Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament and St James’s Park. We are served by excellent transport links and are within easy walking distance of Westminster and St James’s Park tube station. Our spaces range from the large and impressive to the small and intimate. Our flexible event rooms can accommodate up to 664 guests in a single space and can be adapted to fit all event requirements. We host all event types, including; Conferences, Receptions, Product Launches, Meeting, Christmas Parties, Summer Events, Filmings; Award ceremonies and more! www.ChurchHouseConf.co.uk Sales@Churchhouseconf.co.uk 0207 390 1590

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City Cruises Charters 02077 400 411 / annette.mentiplay@cityexperiences.com / cityexperiences.com/london/city-cruises/private-hire-new/ A Stunning Location for an Unforgettable Event Let the River Thames and City Cruises elevate your private event in London to the next level. Adorned with iconic landmarks, the Thames offers a truly unique and unrivaled backdrop, which combined with our luxury vessels and unparalleled service, will make your event a truly unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Embark on a corporate journey like never before with a bespoke cruise on the iconic River Thames. Elevate your business gatherings and team-building events with a unique blend of sophistication, breathtaking views, and unparalleled experiences. Set sail on the majestic River Thames and treat your guests to unparalleled panoramic views of London’s landmarks. From Tower Bridge to the London Eye, your celebration will be framed by the beauty of one of the world’s most iconic cities.

COYA London 02070 427 118 / events@coyarestaurant.com / coyarestaurant.com COYA is a contemporary, upscale lifestyle destination inspired by the vibrant spirit of Latin American culture, particularly Peruvian cuisine. Founded in 2012 in London and known for blending traditional and modern culinary techniques, the brand has expanded to some of Europe’s finest spots, as well as the Middle East.

COYA also integrates elements of Peruvian art and culture into its décor, offering an immersive experience that transports guests to the heart of Lima. In addition to its food offerings, COYA is renowned for dynamic atmosphere, featuring an extensive cocktail menu with innovative pisco-based drinks, live music, and vibrant décor. COYA’s music label is aimed at enhancing the dining and social experience, creating an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and compliments the restaurant’s lively ambiance.

Curzon Cinemas 020 7947 0568 / privatehires@curzon.com / curzon.com/private-hire At Curzon Cinemas we are committed to excellence in everything we do, with the technical knowledge, attention to detail and experience to turn your initial brief into a successful event. As all of our cinemas have a unique identity, we are able to ensure bespoke events that match your requirements. With twelve cinemas throughout the UK we can accommodate parties from 28 to 307.

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DUKES LONDON 0)20 7318 6596 / dukeshotel.com DUKES LONDON is an elegant hotel in the heart of Mayfair. Its Victorian exterior evokes a time when artists and writers rubbed shoulders with royalty in fashionable St. James’s, London. DUKES LONDON really is a country house you will find elegant rooms and suites, where antique furnishings sit alongside the latest technology.

Fairgame 020 4599 3666 / events@wearefairgame.com / wearefairgame.com Remember when you were a kid at the funfair and all you could think was, “Please make the fun last forever.” Fast forward to Canary Wharf, 2024. It’s time to be a kid again. All those fairground games you couldn’t get enough of, now with the very latest tech, London’s hottest street food, plus 3 bars serving cocktails and craft beer.

Friends House 02076 631 170 / mellinig@quaker.org.uk / friendshouse.co.uk Booking your meeting or event at Friends House makes an impact! Based right opposite London Euston Station, and with 32 award-wining meetings rooms, such as our Benjamin Lay suite and our 1,000-seater auditorium, The Light, we offer amazing versatility and flexibility for all your event needs. Having won the ‘Best Venue for EDI, at the London Venue and Catering Awards (2023), we are committed to sustainability and corporate social responsibility, want to reduce our impact on the environment and promote an inclusive workplace and society for all.

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Fulham Pier cwickham@fulhampier.com / fulhampier.com Curators of bespoke event solutions in London’s newest waterfront destination, making memorable moments out of the everyday, every day. With the unique combination of state-of-the-art spaces, from the live events venue, to the fully flexible, welcoming conferencing floor, and our unique mix of food and beverage levels, we can curate bespoke solutions for our clients through food, service and event delivery.

Glaziers Hall 02074 033 300 / Oliwia@glaziershall.co.uk / glaziershall.co.uk The perfect contradiction: an historic venue that shares a subtle reference to its heritage as a Livery building against a contemporary backdrop of clean lines and simple colours that make a feature of exposed original brickwork and bespoke stained-glass installations.

With seven individual spaces, each with its own character and charm, the building works as a series of separate rooms that can be independently used or exclusively hired.

Gravity 07398724538 / james.holdom@gravity-uk.com / gravity-global.com/max Gravity Max is the ultimate indoor entertainment destination, with locations in Wandsworth, Liverpool, Castleford, and a brand new venue in Westfield Stratford, London. Our diverse range of immersive experiences includes E-Karting, AR Bowling, AR Darts, and more. Featuring state of the art facilities and a vibrant atmosphere, Gravity Max is ideal for injecting excitement and fun into events. Whether you’re organising teambuilding activities, corporate events, or social gatherings, our versatile venue caters to all occasions. Elevate your event experience with Gravity Max and create lasting memories for your guests.

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Grayson’s Venues 07803 520 096 / karina.rawlinson@graysons.com / graysonsvenues.com We manage 16 outstanding venues across the UK with 10 of them in London. We offer meeting spaces, conference halls, lecture and seminar rooms, social spaces, and halls. Graysons Venues can accommodate everything from small meetings to grand scale awards dinners, weddings, conferences, and exhibitions.

Coupled with our friendly and passionate venue teams, we can help you select a venue with character, history, prominence or pride in a location that can meet your needs.

Hard Rock Cafe 020 7287 4600 / kendal.sergeant@hardrock.com / cafe.hardrock.com/piccadilly-circus/ Our European flagship venue opened its doors in 2019 and perfectly captures and blends our famous rock’n’roll heritage with the hustle and bustle of the West End of London. Our onsite friendly events team can help organize, execute and deliver a memorable and seamless event, and no brief is ‘too much’ – we can do it all – from breakfast meetings and networking drinks, right through to awards ceremonies and conferences. Based just a stones throw away from Theatreland, Regents Street and Green Park, our unrivalled location also boasts great transport links and an array of nearby hotels.

Hawksmoor 07415 412 312 / leena.sangha@thehawksmoor.com / thehawksmoor.com In 2006, two childhood friends, Will Beckett and Huw Gott , opened a restaurant serving ‘dictionary thick’ steaks from traditionally reared cattle alongside old-school cocktails in a then unfashionable part of London and changed steakhouse standards in the UK. Since then, Hawksmoor has grown to include 7 restaurants in London, one in Manchester, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Dublin and New York, and soon to follow, Chicago.

Hawksmoor is the only hospitality company to have featured in the annual Best Companies to work for list every year for over a decade and the first UK restaurant group to become a certified B Corp Hawksmoor is the ultimate destination for any occasions, with award-winning bars, private dining rooms and event spaces. The private dining rooms accommodate between 14 to 24 guest the three locations – Bank, Shoreditch, London Bridge and Canary Wharf. Canary Wharf can accommodate events of up 300, including a summer terrace.

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HFMA 07754 552 581 / alda.afonso@110rochesterrow.co.uk / 110rochesterrow.co.uk Just a few minutes walk from Victoria Station, 110 Rochester Row is a convenient and flexible meeting space. With 7 rooms catering from 2 to 180 delegates, 110 Rochester Row offers the ideal space to host meetings, seminars, workshops, training courses, exhibitions, as well as product launches. At 110 Rochester Row, everything from our pricing to our environmental policy reflects our charitable status. We are committed to helping the environment and proud to be a Zero to Landfill venue. We are members of the Westminster Venue Collection, the HBAA and AIM accredited by the Meetings Industry Association.

House Of Commons 020 7219 3090 / davieska@parliament.uk / parliament.uk/venue Make history of your own by hosting your event in one of the most famous buildings of the world – The House of Commons. An extraordinary landmark which has been the backdrop to some of the most unforgettable turning points in British history. Over the centuries the Palace has evolved to become the historical heart of the country and home to the United Kingdom’s Parliament. Designed by the eminent architect Charles Barry (1795-1860) in the mid-19th century, the Palace of Westminster is an example of some of the finest arts and craftmanship. The House of Commons team are pros at organising glittering events and your event is top of the agenda – providing anything you wish from a five course seated meal or lavish afternoon tea fit for the Queen to impressive riverside drinks in the light filled chic Thames or Terrace Pavilions overlooking the River.

IET London: Savoy Place 01438 211 469 / jessmooney@theiet.org / savoyplace.theiet.org IET London: Savoy Place is an exceptional conference venue located in the heart of London. We offer stateof-the-art AV facilities, innovative catering and spectacular views over the River Thames. An unrivalled roof terrace with 180° views across the iconic London skyline is just one of our versatile event spaces. Centrally located with easy access via rail, tube or river, the venue offers a total of 18 hireable event spaces to suit any event, so you can host first-class conferences, events, award ceremonies, filming locations, and more. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. From 100% renewable electricity to our zero-waste policy and sustainable catering options, we strive to provide the best events not just for our clients, but for the environment too.

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InterContinental London - The O2 07887 793 978 / natalie.tang@iclondon-theo2.com / iclondon-theo2.com Discover a distinguished setting for your meetings and events at the pinnacle of the Greenwich Peninsula in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, nestled in the heart of London’s dynamic East. InterContinental London - The O2 redefines excellence in conference and meeting spaces, seamlessly blending sophistication, functionality, and picturesque surroundings. Elevate your gatherings with more than 4,500 square meters of versatile event space, boasting two expansive pillar-free ballrooms, 34 meticulously designed meeting rooms, and executive boardrooms. Immerse yourself in the unique charm of outdoor event spaces overlooking the iconic River Thames, providing an inspiring backdrop for your gatherings.

Kia Oval - Events & Entertainment 07708 394 948 / shustler@kiaoval.com / events.kiaoval.com The Kia Oval has been the home of Surrey County Cricket Club from 1845 and since then it has been continuously growing and expanding. Now in its 178th year, The Kia Oval can truly be called one of the best conference venues in London, hosting over 2000 events each year. We pride ourselves on putting the customer at the forefront of any and all functions we undertake. At the Kia Oval you can party until the sun goes down! and then a little longer! With a fantastic mix of Rooftop bars, covered terraces and indoor afterparty spaces we have a little bit of something for everything. We have hosted Christmas parties for large groups of 900 and small groups of 30. Each requiring a bespoke and tailor service delivered by one of our dedicated event professionals.

KOKO 07584 043 806 / natalie@koko.co.uk / thehouseofkoko.com London’s iconic KOKO reopened its doors in April 2022 following a three-year restoration and redevelopment, which has seen a remarkable transformation from the historic 19th century theatre into a 50,000 sq ft stateof-the-art venue. The new KOKO features the beautifully restored Victorian theatre, Cafe KOKO and The House of KOKO, a new private members club situated backstage. Sprawling over four floors and sixteen beautifully designed spaces (from the team behind Chiltern Firehouse), The House of KOKO features a beautiful new roof terrace and restaurant, dome cocktail bar, penthouse and recording studio, piano room, library, a hidden jazz club, stage kitchen restaurant, cocktail bars and secret vinyl rooms. With Executive Chef Andreas Engberg (La Petite Maison) at the helm, and housing one of the finest contemporary art collections in London, KOKO sits at the forefront of London culture

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LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) 07980 775 352 / events&studios@lseg.com / lseg.com/en/venue-hire Located in Paternoster Square, in the vibrant heart of the City of London, LSEG Events & Studios is the unique venue to host your event, filming and studio production needs. The contemporary venue covers more than 2,400m² of versatile event space including a 123 tier-seated auditorium, several multi-purpose event spaces, three studios and our stunning new Lounge & Roof Terrace, providing unrivalled views over St Paul’s Cathedral.

Our purpose-built studios are expertly designed to accommodate a wide range of live streaming, down-theline interviews, webinars, media training and pre-recorded video production. The LSEG multi-skilled team will collaborate with you to understand your technical and creative needs to deliver a smooth production within our adaptable facilities. Our dedicated team of sales and event managers will take care of your event requirements from initial enquiry through to event execution, delivering a seamless client experience from start to finish.

Ministry Venues 020 7740 8682 / diana@ministryvenues.com / ministryvenues.com We are Ministry Venues. Since 1991, we’ve been hosting events that leave a lasting impression. We’re ready to welcome you to one of our two sites across central London: each a blank canvas boasting an array of spaces where your vision can come to life. Our specialist team possess the energy and expertise to ensure things run smoothly from start to finish, no matter the shape or scale of the occasion – from conferences to catwalk shows, work meets to weddings. Ministry Venues is where three decades of industry heritage and euphoric history collide to create experiences your guests will never forget.

NHow Hotels 07825 942 471 / y.wissart@nhow-hotels.com / nhow-hotels.com/en/nhow-london UK first nhow hotel part of NH Hotel Group. nhow London (pronounced “now”) has opened its door in Jan 2020, silver medal for ‘Best Hotel Design’ in the UK, awarded by Luxury Lifestyle Magazine Readers’ Travel Awards.

The hotel has been designed by Sir Norman Foster’s acclaimed architectural firm Foster & Partners, situated on City Road, on the fringe of Shoreditch between the Old Street and Angel Stations. The eight-floor hotel houses 190 vibrant rooms, a restaurant conceptualised as a reinvention of the British pub, bar, gym and three meeting rooms called Laboratories.

Colourful textures confront contemporary art in the rooms, creating an unforgettable version of London. Punk meets high tech style, while graffiti appears alongside unconventional images of past monarchs. https://www. nhow-hotels.com/en/nhow-london/meetings-events/the-laboratories

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Novotel London West 02087 411 555 / H0737-SB@accor.com / novotellondonwest.vo.uk Novotel London West - Hammersmith, West London. The venues self-contained Conference & Convention Centre, with 33 event spaces & Health care assessed, make it one of London’s most versatile spaces catering for 1,400 theatre-style, 780 cabaret or 1,500 diners. It also offers 1,360 sqm of Exhibition space in addition to 25 syndicate rooms. Excellent transport links are on offer with the Piccadilly & District lines a five-minute walk from the hotel and it is also conveniently located for Heathrow Airport & all major road/ rail links. 630 spacious bedrooms with three superb dining options, 2 restaurants and a bar, complement the hotels meeting facilities. Both restaurants serve the highest quality produce, Aroma buffet style and Artisan, A La Carte. Mirrors Bar & Terrace with its relaxed atmosphere offers a delicious all day menu and an array of delicious cocktails. The hotel has onsite chargeable car & coach parking facilities plus complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.

One Great George Street 07824 692 980 / jonathanc@onegreatgeorgestreet.com / onegreatgeorgestreet.com One Great George Street is located right by London’s iconic Houses of Parliament, and is renowned for its great location, value, service and team. This glass-domed historic venue offers great event flexibility, and excellent in-house catering and audio-visual services.

One Wimpole street 020 7290 2979 / Agne.Osipovaite@1wimpolestreet.co.uk / 1wimpolestreet.co.uk Wimpole Street has some of the most comfortable and technically advanced conference & events spaces in central London. Located close to Oxford Circus & Bond Street underground stations and it is connected to all the major railway stations in London. There are over 20 function spaces including 3 state-of-the-art auditoriums, the largest of which holds up to 300 people. There is a beautiful glass roofed atrium perfect for events for up to 200 people.

Plus other smaller meeting spaces for training, meetings and workshops.

An experienced in-house audio visual team, chefs and operations are all on hand to support your presenters and guests throughout the booking process.

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Open House London 07534 473 535 / tanya@openhouselondon.com / openhouselondon.com/private-hire We’re Open House, the independent team that brings you both The Broadcaster, White City and The Lighterman, Kings Cross. Our destination venues combine the convivial spirit of your traditional local with beautifully designed timeless spaces, fantastic seasonal menus and distinctive, craft-led drinks. Both spacious and multi-faceted venues have the capacity to play host to every and any event style. From drinks receptions to corporate networking and group dining, Open House can accommodate both private and semi-private bookings of all sizes. Discover private bars and terraces with city and canal side views. We offer bespoke event packages, expertly curated to suit your unique requirements, with end-to-end management throughout your planning journey. Open House offers flexible rates or minimum spends, working within your budget to deliver an exceptional experience every time.

Park Plaza Hotels Europe 07423 515 097 / jmayer@pphe.com / radissonhotels.com/en-us/brand/ park-plaza/destinations/united-kingdom/london Meetings & Events, Expertly Delivered by Park Plaza For smart event planners who need great results, hasslefree, Park Plaza’s bespoke approach, expert teams, and city-centre locations give you the flexibility and versatile spaces to bring your ideas to life. Our award-winning hotels provide ballrooms for up to 1000, flexible spaces to create your perfect event, exclusive use options and exceptional catering options to make your event truly standout from the crowd.

Phantom Peak 07530 416 730 / kate@phantompeak.com / phantompeak.com Phantom Peak is a first-of-its-kind immersive experience, integrating elements of escape rooms, immersive theatre, and social gaming. Guests embark on missions that require puzzle solving, reveal secrets, and foster interactions with the populace of this elaborate and mysterious town. Exceptional design, engrossing stories, and immersive engagement mean that Phantom Peak is consistently rated as one of - if not the best - corporate and consumer experiences in London, the capital of immersive entertainment. We pride ourselves on catering to bookings of any size, whether you’re looking for an alternative space for a conference, company meeting with breakout rooms, or want to book out the entire venue for an end of year company party like no other! At Phantom Peak, we aim to work with you to build a completely custom package that ticks all your boxes and fits your budget.

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RIBA at 66 Portland Place 07753 371 365 / Cindy.Payendee-Wladyka@riba.org / architecture.com/riba-venue-hire Welcome to the architectural playground that is 66 Portland Place. Home to registered charity the Royal Institute of British Architects, we’re a stunning Art Deco venue in the heart of Marylebone. We’re the perfect location for all your events needs, with spaces for 2-400 guests. We’re experts in everything from conferences and away days, to parties, fundraising dinners, weddings, meetings and more. Our dedicated teams help make every moment count, and every photo Insta-worthy. With catering and AV all in-house, you can spend more time enjoying the event, and less time worrying about running it. With tonnes of customisation and branding activation opportunities, come explore our home at 66 Portland Place and make your event shine. Every penny raised supports our charitable works making the future a better place for all.

Roseate Hotels & Resorts UK 02074 796 600 / Joana.ferreira@roseatehotels.com / roseatehotels.com Roseate Hotels in the UK offers a collection of luxury townhouse hotels in prestigious locations: London’s elegant Paddington/Lancaster Gate, Reading city centre, historic Edinburgh, and the charming city of Bath. Each hotel features bespoke and unique designs, weaving its own special narrative. Guests are indulged with immaculate hospitality, exceptional service, and exquisite dining experiences. Additionally, Roseate Hotels provide sophisticated meeting and event spaces, making them ideal for corporate events and private parties. Exclusive private dining options ensure an unparalleled and bespoke experience for every occasion.

Science Museum Group 02079 424 340 / venuehire@sciencemuseum.ac.uk / hirethesciencemuseum.com As the home of human ingenuity, the Science Museum aims to inspire visitors with award-winning exhibitions, iconic objects and stories of incredible scientific achievement. Set within the cultural heart of London, our unique and inspiring galleries and spaces can accommodate conferences, award ceremonies, dinners, drinks receptions and much more. Now also available for exclusive hire of the entire museum, we can accommodate large-scale, full-day events on limited dates throughout the year.

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Spaces & Stories Ltd 07938 730 866 / jacob.granger@spacesstories.com / spacesstories.com Spaces & Stories is an eclectic collection of out-of-the-ordinary venues and locations. We provide quality venues and locations for culture, brands and events, working with design-led, functional and flexible sites to create experiences custom-built for you. We know that finding the right space can change a story. From historic interiors to vast industrial sites, our portfolio covers half a million square metres of hybrid venue space, characterised by outstanding quality, function and flexibility. Our locations have been handpicked for their potential to stage stories that resonate. Whether securing the perfect location for film and photography, hosting an extraordinary celebration or designing a place your business can feel at home, we are committed to making spaces that work for you.

The Brewery 0207 065 5740 / Hollie.Wells@thebrewery.co.uk / thebrewery.co.uk In the heart of the city, The Brewery is a dedicated event venue with a rich history dating back to the 18th century. It has been a go-to destination for Londoners and visitors alike since 1750. Our Grade II listed venue hosts more than 600 events per-year, from private dinners for 45 guests to conferences for 900.

Our full-service offering, attention to detail, quirky touches and forward-thinking attitude make us one of London’s most sought-after spaces. Across the 11 spaces of The Brewery and The Grubstreet Author, we hold Christmas and summer parties, conferences, awards ceremonies, exhibitions, product launches and drinks receptions. Through our compliance with the British Standard ISO20121:2012 Sustainable Event Management, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Come and meet James, our knowledgeable Head of Sales, and explore how The Brewery can create a one-of-a-kind event experience.

The Hurlingham Club 020 7610 7528 / ania.faluta@hurlinghamclub.org.uk / hurlinghamclub.org.uk Bordering the Thames and set in 42 acres of magnificent grounds, The Hurlingham Club is a green oasis of tradition and international renown. It retains its quintessentially English traditions and heritage, while providing modern venue facilities and services. The Hurlingham Club is perfect for any event from meetings of 10 to standing receptions for 1200 guests. We host multitude of conferences, awards dinners, charity dinner and corporate away days each year. Come to our stand to find out more!

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The Inner Temple 020 7797 8230 / venuehire@innertemple.org.uk / innertemplevenuehire.co.uk The Inner Temple is a versatile space for events. Set on a private estate, it features classic Georgian-style rooms, a lecture theatre, modern meeting rooms, and an award-winning garden with a 600-capacity marquee. Ideal for conferences, parties, weddings and more, it offers a prestigious setting embodying London’s legal heritage.

The Jockey Club Venues 01372 461 218 / Vicky.Stevens@thejockeyclub.co.uk / thejockeyclub.co.uk/venues At The Jockey Club, the excitement extends far beyond the racecourse. Renowned for world-class horse racing, our racecourses offer unique and versatile settings that deliver exceptional quality for conferences and events across the country. With 15 stunning venues strategically located throughout the UK, all with excellent road and rail links, you’re never far from an award-winning venue. Each location provides first-class facilities set against the vibrant backdrop of our historic racecourses, ensuring an unforgettable experience for your event. Discover the perfect blend of elegance and functionality at Jockey Club Venues.

TOCA Social 0330 460 9761 / laurence.stevenson@toca.social / toca.social TOCA Social is the world’s first and only social entertainment and dining experience with a football twist!

Unforgettable events need iconic locations, so you will find TOCA Social at the world-famous venue, The O2 in Greenwich. A venue capacity of 700 and multiple areas to suit groups of all sizes, the perfect place to meet, eat, drink, and play. TOCA Social is kicking out the convention in favour of a new way to host events. Whether you’re looking for a place to bring the team for an offsite to bring you all together, a muchneeded staff party so you can blow off some steam (or kick away the stress!), or even if you’re looking for a more formal setting to host your conference or workshop, TOCA Social’s versatility when it comes to events is unmatched!

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Troxy 02077 919 846 / emma@troxy.co.uk / troxy.co.uk First opened as a Grand Cinema in 1933, Troxy is now a multipurpose live event space and one of London’s few remaining independent venues. The Grade II-listed building boasts a unique art-deco interior and more than 1,000sqm of uninterrupted floor space, making it the perfect venue for corporate events, conferences, exhibitions, award ceremonies and live music concerts. With an amazing art-deco interior and superb in-house AV/production facilities, Troxy offers the complete experience for guests.

Twickenham Stadium 02087 449 997 / johannabyrane@rfu.com Twickenham Stadium, the famous Home of England Rugby, is a premium west-London stadium and conferences and events venue. Think as big as you want, Twickenham’s wide range of event facilities are all available for venue hire and can be catered and tailored to your specific needs. In all there are 34 dedicated spaces and rooms, many providing attendees and delegates with excellent facilities and a wealth of flexible interior space.

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