Awards Ceremony Venues
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Award ceremony venues for hire across London and the UK
An awards ceremony is an opportunity to celebrate success, recognise achievement and create a memorable experience for your guests. Whether you’re organising an industry awards dinner, employee recognition event, charity awards, graduation ceremony or black-tie gala, Function Fixers’ free, independent venue finding service will help you find the perfect venue. From elegant hotels and iconic landmarks to purpose-built event spaces and unique venues, we source award ceremony venues across London and the UK that match your brief, guest numbers and budget.
The right venue sets the stage for an unforgettable event. From grand ballrooms and impressive banqueting halls to contemporary event spaces with state-of-the-art production facilities, award ceremony venues need to accommodate everything from drinks receptions and dining to live entertainment, presentations and after-parties. Whether you’re hosting 100 guests or more than 1,000, we’ll help you find a venue that combines style, flexibility and flawless event facilities to ensure your awards ceremony runs seamlessly.
What should you look for in an award ceremony venue?
- Stage and presentation facilities
- Professional AV, lighting and sound
- Large screens for branding and videos
- Capacity for dining and entertainment
- Reception and networking spaces
- Dance floor and after-party options
- Accessibility and transport links
- Accommodation for guests
- Green rooms for presenters and performers
Venue Finder Insight
By Carrie Larwood, Managing Director
For an awards ceremony, think beyond how the room looks for dinner. Check the sightlines to the stage and screens, acoustics, lighting and production access, and make sure there’s enough space for staging without compromising guest capacity. I’d also ask about setup time beforehand – a spectacular awards room often takes considerably longer to create than people expect.
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Trinity Buoy Wharf
Located in the heart of Docklands on the banks of the river Thames, this historical wharf is now a thriving centre for the arts and creative industries. Situated one mile…
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The Coniston Hotel and Country Estate
Skipton , BD23 4EA
Choose our Yorkshire Dales lakeside location for your business confrence or team building event. The Coniston Hotel & Country Estate is located just off the A65, 7 miles from Skipton and 1 hour from Leeds…
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The Electrician’s Shop
Built in 1835, The Electrician’s Shop is a beautiful Georgian building with a very urban character. Located on the lower ground floor, the gallery offers 2 large adjoining spaces. The…
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first direct arena
first direct arena located in the vibrant city centre of Leeds, a world-class venue with a choice of luxury function rooms and versatile spaces, boosting a breathtaking and unique design….
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Proud Cabaret City
Proud Cabaret City is modelled on a 1920s speakeasy and offers a high end dining and entertainment experience of unrivalled prestige. Located in an underground haven that’s reminiscent of the illicit…
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The Warehouse
More than thirty years after first opening back in 1979, legendary Leeds music venue The Warehouse returns with an astonishing new look, sound and feel. This is the place that…
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The Rooms at Browns
Hidden away within Browns Covent Garden is Browns Court Rooms. This historic two floor event suite is designed with grand sweeping staircases and stunning original features. Our building was once…
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Butlers Wharf Chop House
Butlers Wharf Chop House is a restaurant devoted to ‘really good British food’, serving modern, simple and honest fare. Situated on the riverside near London Bridge, we have a magnificent…
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Lambert’s Yard
An inspiring and uniquely flexible blank canvas, our second floor event space can be adapted to cater for a diverse range of events. Whether you need an open plan area…
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The Vox
The Vox is a cutting-edge conference venue situated within Resorts World Birmingham. Accommodating up to 900 delegates, our impressive conference suites don’t come in fixed sizes. Our award-winning catering doesn’t…
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O’Neill’s Wardour Street
, W1D 6PU
Situated in the heart of central London, a stone’s throw away from the energetic night life of Soho, the bustle of China Town and the famous Leicester Square – O’Neill’s…
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The Circle
The Circle offers a wide range of conference and meeting rooms. Available for hire during the day, evening and at weekends, our rooms are ideal for a variety of events and activities – conferences;…
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Bloomsbury House
Bloomsbury House is no ordinary meeting space. Its heritage and beautiful period features create a stunning backdrop for any meeting or event. Built in 1887 and recently refurbished, the venue…
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Old Thorns Manor Hotel
Griggs Green
Liphook , GU30 7PE
Old Thorns Manor Hotel, set in 400 acres of beautiful Hampshire countryside, is easily accessible from the A3 and only 30 minutes from the J10 of M25 and Portsmouth. The…
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Vue Shepherd’s Bush
Shepherd's Bush Green , W12 8PP
Vue Shepherd’s Bush is situated within the West 12 shopping and leisure complex. The cinema has 12 screens and can seat up to 2,557 guests. It is conveniently located, directly…
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Vue Fulham Broadway
Fulham Broadway Retail Centre
Fulham Road , SW6 1DN
Vue Fulham Broadway is a state-of-the-art mutliplex cinema located in the Fulham Broadway Retail Centre. The modern cinema has 9 digital screens including one of the capital’s largest and can…
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Vue Islington
Vue Islington is a state-of-the-art mutliplex cinema on the first floor of the N1 Centre, Islington. The modern cinema has 10 screens and can seat up to 1,753 people. The…
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Vue Watford
Kingsway North Orbital Road
Garston
Watford , WD25 7JZ
Vue Watford is an 11 screen, 1,844 seater situated in Woodside Leisure Park. The state-of-the-art multiplex is surrounded by various eateries and bars, making for a great night out.
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The View from the Shard
With a combined 5456 sqft we can accommodate up to 400 guests in the summer months and 300 in winter for a standing reception. The space is also available to…
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Rivermead
Reading , RG1
Situated on the idyllic banks of the River Thames, Reading; this mega events venue boasts three rooms ranging from 250 to 3000 people, in a standing capacity. Already hosting some…
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The View Canary Wharf
The View located in the heart of Canary Wharf on the top floor of 40 Bank Street This exclusive venue is available for private hire for tailor made events. Whether…
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Millennium Gloucester Hotel London
With a wide selection of versatile meeting and function rooms to choose from, the Millennium Gloucester Hotel London Kensington is the ideal venue for holding meetings, conferences and interviews. All…
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Eventim Apollo
, W6 9QH
Eventim Apollo, formerly the Hammersmith Apollo, is one of London’s major live entertainment venues. It is located in Hammersmith, West London and is one of the UK’s largest and best-preserved…
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Wales Millennium Centre
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff , CF10 5AL
When you’re looking for the perfect conference venues, you need a space that’s remarkable on the outside with a warm, comfortable welcome on the inside – complete with the space…
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Glasgow City Halls
, G1 1NQ
City Halls is the oldest purpose built performance and meeting space in Glasgow and recently underwent an extensive £15 million redevelopment which has enhanced the beauty of the original features…
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ThinkTank
Millennium Point
Curzon Street , B4 7XG
Thinktank is one of the region’s premier centres for business events – a place where the historic and the ultra modern come alive to provide an awe-inspiring environment for all…
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Bank Street, Canary Wharf
Located in the heart of Canary Wharf Island, opposite Canary Wharf Underground station, this impressive top floor suite offers stunning panoramic views across London. This venue is an ideal choice…
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Best Venues for Awards Ceremonies in London and across the UK
FAQs
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What should I look for when choosing an awards ceremony venue?
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Look beyond the overall capacity and consider the stage, sightlines, AV and lighting, production access, catering and space for a drinks reception. The venue should comfortably accommodate your guests once staging, screens, production equipment and dining tables have been added.
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How far in advance should I book an awards ceremony venue?
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For larger awards ceremonies, booking 9–12 months ahead is advisable, particularly if you need a popular Thursday or Friday evening. Smaller events may have more flexibility, but booking early gives you a better choice of venues and dates.
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What type of venue is best for an awards ceremony?
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Hotels, ballrooms, historic venues, museums, conference centres and unusual event spaces can all work well. The best choice depends on your guest numbers, budget, production requirements and the atmosphere you want to create.
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What AV and production facilities will I need for an awards ceremony?
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Most ceremonies require a stage, microphones, presentation screens, professional lighting and good-quality sound. Larger events may also need specialist production, live streaming, cameras and dedicated technical support. Always establish what the venue provides and what will need to be brought in separately.
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How much does it cost to hire an awards ceremony venue?
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Costs vary considerably according to location, guest numbers, catering and production requirements. When comparing quotes, ask for a breakdown covering room hire, food and drink, AV, staffing, security, furniture, setup and any additional charges so that you can compare the total event cost.
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Can Function Fixers help me find an awards ceremony venue?
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Yes. Function Fixers provides a free, independent venue finding service and can source awards ceremony venues across London and the UK. Tell us your date, location, guest numbers, budget and requirements, and we’ll provide a tailored shortlist of suitable venues
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