exp i nc mo London Dinner and reception venues your delegates and visitors won t want to miss: Dinner and Reception venues

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1 Dinner and Reception venues London exp i nc mo Dinner and reception venues your delegates and visitors won t want to miss: ExCeL is a superb base from which to sample some of the best experiences that London has to offer. The city offers over 1,000 inspirational and unique venues. Detailed below is a selection of our recommended partners, handpicked to suit a variety of event formats. View more

2 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 2/35 Banqueting House Specially created for entertaining in 1622 for James 1st, the building was built in the Palladian style and is one of England s earliest classical buildings. Your guests will get to walk in the footsteps of Kings as they enjoy an event under the magnificent ceiling painted by Peter Paul Rubens. With its glittering chandeliers and souring pillars it is an ideal setting for dinners and large receptions Reception: 500 Dinner: minutes banqueting-house Quote ExCeL London to receive an 8% discount on standard venue hire. banquetinghouseevents@hrp.org.uk T +44 (0)

3 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 3/35 2/3 Bateaux London Enjoy London from a different perspective with an exclusive event on the River Thames. Bateaux London s private cruises are perfect for reception drinks, gala dinners, summer parties and festive celebrations and can cater for various bespoke and theming requirements. With live entertainment, fresh food and stunning London views it is a truly unforgettable experience Venues & capacities Bateaux London has two vessels; the Scandinavian-designed Harmony which boasts the largest observation deck on the Thames and the Parisian Symphony, with an all-glass structure allowing guests to enjoy the magnificent views uninterrupted. Harmony Reception: 220 Dinner: 180 Symphony Reception: 320 Dinner: minutes bateauxlondon.com 4 free places for bookings of Book in advance and quote ExCeL London. Please note offer is on an introductory basis and is subject to availability +44 (0) sales@bateauxlondon.com

4 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 4/35 2/3 British Library The British Library is an iconic destination for you and your guests. This Grade I-listed building, home of over two thousand years of human experience, offers an event space like no other. The Library can host a range of events from intimate dinners and receptions in the King's Library Gallery, Terrace Restaurant or Boardroom Suite, to conferences and meetings in their newly-refurbished Knowledge Centre. The central London location, between Euston, St Pancras International and King's Cross stations, means that getting to your event couldn't be easier Reception: 500 Dinner: minutes 10% discount off the final bill when booking a dinner or reception. Offer valid until the end of 2017 Please contact CentralEventsTeam@bl.uk

5 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 5/35 2/3 Cutty Sark Image copyright Gregallenphoto.com Cutty Sark is one of the world s most famous ships and last surviving tea clipper, the fastest and greatest of her time. Less than five minutes from Greenwich Pier, the venue offers remarkable event spaces both aboard and beneath the ship with commanding views over Canary Wharf and the City of London seen from the main deck of the ship Reception: 450 Dinner: minutes Quote ExCeL London when enquiring to receive 10% off venue hire. +44 (0) events@rmg.co.uk

6 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 6/35 2/3 Silver Sturgeon Woods Silver Fleet hosts events, private dinner parties and launches. Their 61m flagship, Silver Sturgeon, is a contemporary, architect-designed river yacht with two large entertainment spaces and spacious outside decks - perfect for enjoying a wide range of delicious catering options. Silver Sturgeon can either remain moored at ExCeL dockside as a VIP hospitality venue, or cruise back to Central London, to a pier of your choice including their private pier beside the Savoy Hotel Reception: 550 Dinner: 440 silverfleet.co.uk/silversturgeon/ Design your own flag to fly on the front of your private river yacht, plus one of our handpicked London DJs to compose the perfect background soundtrack to your event. William Woods William@silverfleet.co.uk

7 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 7/35 The Gherkin Standing 180m tall, 30 St Mary Axe, is the venue affectionately known as The Gherkin. With its striking architecture, it is one of the most prestigious and iconic venues on the London skyline. Exclusively occupying the top three floors, Searcys provide first-class catering for off-site events and private functions within this unique landmark Reception: 260 Dinner: minutes searcys.co.uk/ the-gherkin A complimentary cocktail for all guests attending an evening event at the top of the building Chelsey Hoefkens Business Development Manager +44 (0) chelsey.hoefkens@searcys.co.uk

8 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 8/35 Hampton Court Palace Step into Hampton Court Palace and experience their prestigious and picturesque spaces in one of the greatest palaces ever built. Their dedicated team will advise on the best event space for your requirement to ensure your guests have an unforgettable experience Reception: 400 Dinner: hour 30 minutes hampton-court-palace Quote ExCeL London to receive an 8% discount on standard venue hire. hamptoncourtpalaceevents@hrp.org.uk

9 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 9/35 Kew Palace Kew Palace provides an intimate venue, set within splendid surroundings. King George III spent many happy summers here. After Queen Charlotte s death in 1818, the doors were locked and the Kitchen left untouched for 200 years. Today, the Palace and the Royal Kitchens are available to provide a cosy and historic setting for your event Reception: 60 Dinner: 30 1 hour kew-palace Quote ExCeL London to receive an 8% discount on standard venue hire. kewpalaceevents@hrp.org.uk

10 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 10/35 The Old Royal Naval College Closed until January 2019 as undergoing period of conservation work. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, one of the most highly acclaimed English architects in history, the Old Royal Naval College offers a magnificent setting for an off-site event. Outside, the grounds boast beautiful lawns, courtyards and colonnades for a welcome reception. Inside, you have the choice of four venues offering guests an unforgettable experience: The Painted Hall, Queen Mary Undercroft, King William Undercroft and Admiral s House Reception: 398 Dinner: minutes ornc.org /venuehire 15% discount off the standard venue hire for all venues. Elizabeth Smith Sales and Marketing Manager +44 (0) venuehire@ornc.org

11 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 11/35 ArcelorMittal Orbit Take your event to new heights at the ArcelorMittal Orbit. Journey 262ft into the clouds and enjoy a breath-taking panorama of London as you dine, dance or launch your new product at the UK s tallest sculpture. The turns, twists and drops of The Slide - the world s tallest and longest tunnel slide, will impress and entertain your guests and make your event one to remember Reception: 250 Dinner: minutes arcelormittalorbit.com Quote ExCeL London to receive 2000 off your venue hire. Amy Spargo Sales Executive +44 (0) events@arcelormittalorbit.com

12 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 12/35 Peter Harrison Planetarium Located at the heart of Greenwich Park in the striking Astronomy Centre is the Peter Harrison Planetarium, a versatile venue with contemporary lines and abundant light. One of their talented astronomers is available to tailor an exclusive planetarium show Reception: 130 Dinner: minutes Quote ExCeL London when enquiring to receive 10% off venue hire. +44 (0) events@rmg.co.uk

13 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 13/35 The Queen s House At the centrepiece of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and conceived as a house of delight for James I s Queen, this exquisite former Royal residence is set against the leafy backdrop of Greenwich Park. The House was designed by Inigo Jones as a place of pleasure and celebration a tradition that continues today Reception: 150 Dinner: minutes Quote ExCeL London when enquiring to receive 10% off venue hire. +44 (0) events@rmg.co.uk

14 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 14/35 Royal Observatory The Royal Observatory was founded in 1675 by Charles II and designed by Sir Christopher Wren, this sophisticated venue is positioned on top of the hill in Greenwich Park. This world renowned venue is a timeless and epic place for dinners and receptions Reception: 120 Dinner: minutes Quote ExCeL London when enquiring to receive 10% off venue hire. +44 (0) events@rmg.co.uk

15 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 15/35 Somerset House Somerset House is an ideal central London, riverside location with eleven venues available for an off-site dinner or reception. With a diverse and flexible range of rooms and spaces, this grand house was originally built in 1547 for Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset Reception: 200 Dinner: minutes somersethouse.org.uk/ venue-hire (Larger spaces available for hire upon request) Please contact the team at Somerset House to discuss exclusive organiser rate options. +44 (0) events@somersethouse.org.uk

16 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 16/35 Tanner Warehouse Tanner Warehouse is a unique space situated on vibrant Bermondsey Street, a short stroll from London Bridge station. This stunning converted warehouse has a fully loaded bar, open flair kitchen and the latest AV technology. can enjoy lounging in the stylish courtyard, sipping our hand-crafted cocktails and enjoying a selection of our famous greedy canapés Reception: 450 Dinner: minutes tannerwarehouse.co.uk Quote ExCeL to receive 20% off venue hire and complementary upgrade to include spirit kilners with every beer/wine and soft drinks package. Emma Hamilton +44 (0) emma@camm-hooper.co.uk

17 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 17/35 Tower of London For over 900 years the Tower of London has dominated the city of London and is still one the Capital s most prominent landmarks. Steeped in history, the ancient fortress is an impressive and iconic location for a dinner or reception. Events can be combined with a private viewing of the Crown Jewels, offering a once in a lifetime experience for your guests Reception: 300 Dinner: minutes hrp.org.uk/ toweroflondon Discounted entrance according to season for delegates to The Tower of London (for larger groups): e.g delegates 10% discount 500-1,000 delegates 20% discount +1,000-50% discount. Milan Thakrar Business Development Manager +44 (0) milan.thakrar@hrp.org.uk

18 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues guests 18/35 Victorian Bath House Step into a world transcended from the tribulations of the modern lifestyle at the Victorian Bath House. From the secluded Victorian Courtyard, offering intimate and exclusive pleasures through to the splendid interior of the Grade II listed Bath House proper, this is a unique venue beyond compare. Featuring design from the esteemed Russell Sage Studio, the original tessellating mosaics and crimson pillars are preserved amongst features modern and marvellous. Situated on Bishopsgate Churchyard, a stone's throw from Liverpool Street Station, the Victorian Bath House is in the ideal location for private and corporate events alike Reception: 150 Dinner: minutes victorianbathhouse.co.uk Quote ExCeL to receive 20% off venue hire and complementary upgrade to include spirit kilners with every beer/wine and soft drinks package. Emma Hamilton +44 (0) emma@camm-hooper.co.uk

19 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 19/35 Banking Hall The Grade II listed Main Hall was designed in the 1930s and has a unique Art Deco charm. With a Mezzanine level that looks out over the Bank of England, the space is flexible and can be adapted to accommodate your needs whether for a dinner, standing reception, wedding banquet, conference or exhibition. Their chefs offer exquisite menus to accompany this exceptional event venue and their dedicated events team is well versed in delivering high-end, unique events and will work with you to create an exceptional experience for your guests ,000 Reception: 800 Dinner: minutes bankinghall.com Quote ExCeL to receive 20% off venue hire and complementary upgrade to include spirit kilners with every beer/wine and soft drinks package. Emma Hamilton +44 (0) emma@camm-hooper.co.uk

20 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 20/35 The Brewery The Brewery is a Grade II historic venue located in the City of London, within the buildings of Whitbread s 18th Century brewery. Offering 6 unique spaces, with a capacity from 30 to 1,000 guests, the venue offers the flexibility to adapt to any kind of event, including award dinners, receptions and parties ,000 Reception: 1,000 Dinner: minutes thebrewery.co.uk Complimentary sparkling wine to Champagne reception upgrade (first booking only). Katharine Hall-Smith Business Development Manager +44 (0) katharine.hall-smith@thebrewery.co.uk

21 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 21/35 The East Wintergarden The East Wintergarden is a stunning events venue in the heart of Canary Wharf, London s financial district. The spectacular glass covered atrium provides the ideal setting for a variety of off-site events including cocktail parties, receptions, award ceremonies and dinners ,000 Reception: 1,000 Dinner: minutes canarywharf.com/ workwithus/ theeastwintergarden Complimentary Audio Visual Package up to the value of 5,000. Dorothy Gold Deputy Manager T +44 (0) Dorothy.Gold@CanaryWharf.com

22 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 22/35 Giant Robot An epic eating and drinking rooftopia in the heart of Canary Wharf. Sitting at the east end of London s biggest roof garden, their 700 capacity indoor venue is complete with four sensational street food traders, three brilliant bars, floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views and a huge, wraparound terrace for outdoor sunshine feasting in the summer months. Whether you re hosting a drinks reception, holding a more formal networking event or throwing a huge party, Giant Robot is the perfect impressive venue for a memorable event ,000 Reception: 700 Dinner: minutes visit-us/giant-robot 10% discount off hire fees / packages events@londonunion.com

23 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 23/35 London Stadium As centrepiece to the London 2012 Games, London Stadium is one of London s most inspirational venues. The range of recently refurbished, flexible event spaces offer stunning views of the City of London or the stadium bowl. Whether you are looking to host a dinner and dance, small or large drinks reception, the London Stadium team can create the perfect event for you. Make your event extra memorable for your guests, by enhancing their experience with a behind the scenes tour of this world famous iconic stadium ,000 Reception: 1000 Dinner: minutes For your first event for 200 +, 8 people will be included free of charge. Quote ExCeL London to redeem offer Erin Rice or Laura De Carli /6152 LSEvents@delawarenorth.com

24 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 24/35 Museum of London The Museum of London tells the incredible story of the world s greatest city and its people. With its contemporary Entrance Hall, inspiring galleries, Sackler Hall and Terrace Gallery; you have a great choice of unique backdrops in which to entertain your guests. For those more intimate events, individual galleries can be used to create a completely immersive experience. Any event can be enhanced with a tour from our experts and evening events can be brought to life with actors ,000 Reception: 1,000 Dinner: minutes org.uk 20% discount off room hire and depending on availability, access for a Private Tour of a Gallery at the Museum. Please contact Raffaela Pozzi or Carlotta Maggi on venuehire@museumoflondon.org.uk or call

25 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 25/35 Museum of London Docklands The Museum of London Docklands traces the 2000 year history of London s river, port and people, from the arrival of the Romans to the rise of Canary Wharf. The Grade I listed former Georgian warehouse, offers a distinctive backdrop for entertaining. Its original pine columns and floors juxtapose stylishly with contemporary fittings, offering exceptional opportunities for dinners and drink receptions ,000 Reception: 800 Dinner: minutes org.uk 20% discount off room hire and depending on availability, access for a Private Tour of a Gallery at the Museum. Please contact Raffaela Pozzi or Carlotta Maggi on venuehire@museumoflondon.org.uk or call

26 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 26/35 National Maritime Museum Sitting at the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies the country s leading Maritime Museum. The museum contains 10 permanent galleries and houses paintings such as Turner s Battle of Trafalgar as well as Nelson s Coat worn at the battle. Neptune Court is perfect for large gala dinners and receptions ,000 Reception: 1,000 Dinner: minutes Quote ExCeL London when enquiring to receive 10% off venue hire. +44 (0) events@rmg.co.uk

27 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 27/35 Tate Britain Tate Britain is a Grade-II* listed building that offers a wide range of entertaining spaces, from classical and formal to modern and contemporary. Whether you are holding a drinks reception or a staff briefing, a grand dinner or a breakfast presentation, Tate Britain has the perfect space for your event ,000 Reception: 900 Dinner: minutes tate.org.uk Quote ExCeL to receive a 15% discount on catering delivered by our exclusive events catering team Tate Entertaining. (Minimum spend of 5,000 applies.) Please contact the Events Team on or corporatehospitality@tate.org.uk

28 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 1,000+ guests 28/35 2/3 Hawker House A huge indoor food and drink arena and event space open all year around with capacity for 2,000 people. The incredible warehouse space has ten brilliant bars, twelve epic street food traders and loads of extra room for you to play around with - including optional pool and beer pong tables and a live entertainment space. In the summer months they have The Land of Bamboo, a further 1,000 capacity outdoor space taking the venue up to 3,000, filled with sand pits, trampolines, tiki huts and a giant towering fire pit. 1,000+ Reception: 3,000 Dinner: minutes visit-us/hawker-house 10% discount off hire fees / packages events@londonunion.com

29 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 1,000+ guests 29/35 2/3 indigo at The O2 From the British Comedy Awards to the launch of Call of Duty: Ghost, indigo at The O2 has hosted the biggest names in entertainment. Located just 10 minutes from ExCeL London and connected by The Emirates Airline cable car, the venue provides the ideal location for a large scale dinner or reception. 1,000+ Reception: 1500 Dinner: minutes indigoattheo2.co.uk Special discounted rates for ExCeL organisers Emma Carroll for further information on discounted rates: enquiries@indigoattheo2.co.uk

30 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 500-1,000 guests 30/35 Public An 86-year-old former covered market that s been transformed into a street food and events arena, featuring an arched rainbow roof, a mezzanine level, pool tables and a massive ground floor area. Boasting an eight-strong line-up of some of London s best street food traders (including Street Feast veterans and some brand new names) plus five Woolwich watering holes serving cocktails, craft beers, wine, gin and rum , minutes (The venue is available for exclusive private hire Sunday to Thursday) 10% discount off hire fees / packages events@londonunion.com

31 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 1,000+ guests 31/35 Old Billingsgate Situated on the North banks of the River Thames stands Old Billingsgate, one of London s most exciting and versatile venues, with stunning views of Tower Bridge and the City. This distinctive Grade II listed building is the perfect location for all types of events including receptions, award ceremonies, gala dinners and off-site parties. 1,000+ Reception: 2,500 Dinner: 1, minutes oldbillingsgate.co.uk Please contact the team at Old Billingsgate to check the best availability and rates. Gemma Wallace Sales and Marketing Manager +44 (0) gemma.wallace@oldbillingsgate.co.uk

32 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 1,000+ guests 32/35 Tate Modern Tate Modern is a riverside icon which transformed an obsolete power station into the world s most visited gallery of modern and contemporary art. With its commanding location on the banks of the Thames opposite St Paul s Cathedral, the new Tate Modern opening in June 2016 will boast ten floors of unique and varied spaces, including a tenth floor viewing terrace and the vast and versatile Turbine Hall and The Tanks. 1,000+ Reception: 1,500 Dinner: minutes tate.org.uk Quote ExCeL to receive a 15% discount on catering delivered by our exclusive events catering team Tate Entertaining. (Minimum spend of 5,000 applies.) Please contact the Events Team on or corporatehospitality@tate.org.uk

33 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 1,000+ guests 33/35 Tobacco Dock Reborn as a unique events venue in 2012, Grade 1 listed Tobacco Dock offers a choice of stunning, flexible spaces for drinks receptions, dinners and parties for 300 to 10,000 guests. Whether a seated dinner for 1,300 in the Great Gallery a party in the atmospheric North and South Vaults or a celebration in the cobbled Quayside courtyard, join an extensive list of leading exhibition organisers, associations and blue chip brands that have hosted events at Tobacco Dock. 1,000+ Reception: 10,000 Dinner: 1, minutes tobaccodocklondon.com 15% off rate card for venue hire. Vicki Coleman Head of Sales +44 (0) vicki@tobaccodocklondon.com

34 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 1,000+ guests 34/35 Troxy Originally opened in the 1930s as a cinema, this award winning venue has been fully restored to meet the needs of modern events, whilst retaining its historical Grade II listed art deco features. The venue boasts a permanently installed hi-spec sound and lighting system and flexible stage options. Troxy is regularly used by ExCeL London clients for exhibitor parties, awards dinners and delegate receptions. 1,000+ Reception: 1,800 Dinner: 1, minutes troxy.co.uk 50% reduction on standard in-house technical package. Will Poole Events & Compliance Manager +44 (0) will@troxy.co.uk

35 Travel Dinner tips and Reception venues 35/35 London s venues deliver: A world class service Luxury dining experiences Iconic landmarks The above venues are indicative of what London has to offer but should you require further support with your off-site event planning process, please contact your ExCeL London Account Manager for additional recommendations. *Capacities based on maximum numbers