Large Conference Venues
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Planning a conference for hundreds or even thousands of delegates? Function Fixers’ free, independent venue finding service will provide a tailored shortlist of large conference venues that perfectly match your brief, budget and objectives. From purpose-built conference centres and exhibition halls to hotels, sporting venues and iconic event spaces, we’ll help you find a venue with the capacity, facilities and flexibility to deliver a successful large-scale event.
Large conference venues are designed to accommodate high delegate numbers without compromising on comfort or experience. Many offer tiered auditoriums, multiple breakout rooms, exhibition space, advanced AV technology and on-site catering, making them ideal for conferences, conventions, awards ceremonies, exhibitions and company-wide meetings. With excellent transport links and experienced event teams, these venues are equipped to manage every aspect of a large event.
Venue Finder Insight
By Carrie Larwood, MD Function Fixers
With a large conference, capacity is only part of the equation. Think about how hundreds of delegates will arrive, register, take breaks and move between the main room and breakout spaces. I always recommend checking catering capacity, toilet facilities, lifts and circulation areas too; small bottlenecks can become big problems when you have 500+ people attending.
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Some of the Best Large Conference Venues
Below are just a selection of the venues. Contact us for more details and options.
Convene at 22 Bishopsgate
Convene at 22 Bishopsgate is a brand new conference, meeting and events venue in Central London. Convene at 22 Bishopsgate offers 3,715 sq meters of meeting rooms for up to…
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73 Waterloo
73 Waterloo is one of London’s most unique and sustainable event venues. Following a multi-million pound renovation, this historic venue boasts extraordinary event entertaining spaces with an 8-metre high ceiling…
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OVO Arena Wembley
Engineer's Way
Wembley Park
Wembley, HA9 0AA
The OVO Arena, Wembley is the second largest arena in London and is known best for being a live entertainment venue. It is London’s best connected arena, with travel links…
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The Mermaid London
Once home to a fully functioning theatre, The Mermaid London, situated by Blackfriars bridge in the heart of the City of London, is now a vibrant, versatile and blank canvas…
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StoneX Stadium
StoneX Stadium is set in London NW4, amongst 26 acres of green fields and just minutes from major transport routes, with plenty of easily accessible parking. The venue is suitable for…
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Exhibition White City
Wood Lane, W12 7NS
Exhibition White City is a new multi-purpose music and events venue located in the heart of the Westfield London development. This stunning Victorian structure was first built in 1899 and…
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Olympia London
Built in 1886, Olympia London is one of the best known exhibition centres in London. Newly transformed following a £1.3 billion redevelopment, Olympia London is one of the UK’s premier…
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Shoreditch Town Hall
Shoreditch Town Hall is a Grade II listed building and a flagship cultural, live events and community venue, offering eight different spaces for hire. Over recent years the Town Hall…
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Business Design Centre
Situated in Islington, the Business Design Centre is London’s most stylish venue, playing host to over 80 exhibitions and 250 conferences every year. Opened in 1986, and formerly the Royal…
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Allianz Stadium
Rugby Road
Twickenham, TW1 1DS
Allianz Stadium is one of London’s premium conference and event venues and a unique location for holding inspired business and social events of all types. With excellent facilities and a…
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Tobacco Dock
Built in the early 19th century as a secure bonded warehouse, Tobacco Dock has been beautifully restored and now offers a series of industrial-style event spaces for up to 5,000…
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Alexandra Palace
Wood Green, N22 7AY
Alexandra Palace is one of the UK’s most adaptable Exhibition sites, this gives you great flexibility in choosing the right style, space and budget to suit you and your guests’…
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Central Hall Westminster
As central London’s largest conference venue, Central Hall Westminster enjoys a prime location opposite Westminster Abbey and adjacent to the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Built in 1912, this…
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Old Billingsgate
Old Billingsgate is a renowned and versatile event venue in the heart of The City, situated on the North Bank of the River Thames. With stunning views of Tower Bridge…
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CentrEd at ExCel
Western Gateway, E16 1XL
CentrEd at ExCeL offers a modern, inspiring setting designed for effective training and professional meetings. Equipped with the latest technology, it provides an ideal environment for teams to engage, collaborate,…
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Walsall Football Club
Bescot Crescent
Walsall , WS1 4SA
Welcome to Pallet-Track Bescot Stadium, home of Walsall FC and one of the largest conference and events venues in the West Midlands. More than a football club, we offer a…
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FGV Event Venue
Wimbledon , SW19 4DP
FGV Event Venue is a premium, versatile venue in the heart of Wimbledon, designed for businesses, organisations, communities and event producers looking for more than just a room. Combining a…
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Royal Garden Hotel, London
Set in the heart of Kensington overlooking Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, the Royal Garden Hotel is one of London’s most versatile and prestigious five-star event venues. Combining contemporary style…
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Cranmore Park
Solihull , B90 4LF
Cranmore Park is a versatile event and exhibition venue in the West Midlands, conveniently located in Solihull with excellent access to the M42, Birmingham Airport and the NEC. Designed with…
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Doubletree by Hilton Milton Keynes
Milton Keys , MK1 1ST
DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes is a stylish and versatile hotel and conference venue set within Stadium MK, offering an impressive setting for corporate events, meetings, conferences, and private functions. With…
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Hyatt Regency Manchester
Hyatt Regency Manchester and Hyatt House Manchester together offer a seamless, dual‑brand solution for events and accommodation in a prime central Manchester location. Situated on Oxford Road, at the heart of…
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Fontwell Park
Fontwell , BN18 0SY
Set within 65 acres of Sussex countryside, Fontwell Park is experienced in delivering successful large-scale events. From indoor conferences and meetings to outdoor experiences including drive‑in cinemas, food festivals, and…
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Wolverhampton Racecourse
Wolverhampton , WV6 0PE
Ideally located on the outskirts of Wolverhampton, the Racecourse is just 10 minutes from the M54 and provides 1,500 free parking spaces. The venue offers a selection of easily accessible…
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Hamilton Park Racecourse
Hamilton , ML3 0DW
Hamilton Park Racecourse is a leading events venue in South Lanarkshire, offering a versatile range of modern spaces set within 20 acres of landscaped grounds. Conveniently located between Glasgow and…
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Hampden Park
Sotland’s national stadium, Hampden Park offers an iconic and instantly recognisable setting for meetings and events. Located close to Glasgow city centre, the stadium features over 40 flexible event spaces,…
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The Engine Works
Step into an exceptional industrial venue that is both refined and sophisticated, as well as chic and contemporary. Housed in a Victorian warehouse dating back to 1837, with stunning architectural…
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The Octagon Centre
The Octagon Centre is a well-established, multi-purpose event venue located on the University of Sheffield campus, just off Glossop Road with excellent transport connections and 600 parking spaces nearby. It’s…
Royal Opera House
The Royal Opera House is as unique a venue for a special event as it is for artistic performances. Whether it be a corporate drinks reception for 1000 guests, a…
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Convene 133 Houndsditch
Situated in the heart of the City of London, Convene 133 Houndsditch is a 49,000-square-foot conference and exhibition venue set across two floors. The space features 14 meeting rooms in…
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Olympia London
Built in 1886, Olympia London is one of the best known exhibition centres in London. Newly transformed following a £1.3 billion redevelopment, Olympia London is one of the UK’s premier…
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Freight Brixton
Freight is a new and exciting destination designed for standout occasions. You will find us in the heart of Brixton only a two minute walk from the Tube. We combine great…
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Winstanley House
Set within 168 acres of beautiful parkland, Winstanley House offers a peaceful setting just 3.9 miles from Leicester train station and 2.5 miles from Leicester City Centre. With excellent links…
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The Chancery Rosewood
Mayfair , W1K
Housed in the former US Embassy on Grosvenor Square, The Chancery Rosewood reinvents an iconic building as a lively cultural hub. Bridging past and present, it hosts a curated mix…
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Lakeside Conference Centre
Sand Hutton
York , YO41 1LZ
Set within 32 hectares of peaceful woodland just outside York, Lakeside Conference Centre offers a refreshing escape from the everyday, while maintaining the credentials of a leading science and innovation…
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Royal Horseguards Hotel
Located near Trafalgar Square and near the Strand, The Royal Horseguards hotel in London has graced the banks of the River Thames for more than 100 years. Situated on Whitehall…
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Mansion House
The magnificent Grade 1 listed Mansion House, under the stewardship of the City of London Corporation, presents an extraordinary and distinguished setting for diverse occasions, from corporate gatherings and conferences…
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CentrEd at ExCel
Western Gateway , E16 1XL
CentrEd at ExCeL offers a modern, inspiring setting designed for effective training and professional meetings. Equipped with the latest technology, it provides an ideal environment for teams to engage, collaborate,…
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Town Hall
Discover Town Hall, a stunning fusion of modern elegance and historical allure nestled in the vibrant King’s Cross district. This exceptional venue encompasses over 20,000 square feet (2,000 square metres)…
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Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre
Farnborough , GU14 6TQ
Located in the heart of Hampshire, Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre is one of the UK’s leading event destinations, offering adaptable spaces suited to virtually any occasion. From major…
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Lost, Shaftesbury Avenue
Lost Shaftesbury Avenue is a multi-layered performance space that fuses music, installation, theatre, dance, nightlife and cinema in an iconic central London building. Driven by the desire for audiences to…
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The Brewery
London , EC1Y 4SD
The Brewery has played host to many of London’s most iconic events, from upscale state functions and company conferences to televised music events and discreet boardroom powwows. Nestled amongst the…
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Novotel London West
Located in Hammersmith and with the iconic River Thames a stone’s throw away, Novotel London West, a 4-star hotel and convention centre in Hammersmith West London, is known as one…
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FAQs
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What is considered to be a large conference venue?
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A large conference venue will typically accommodate several hundred delegates, while the biggest venues can host 1,000, 2,000 or more attendees. Capacity will depend on the room layout, so always check theatre-style capacity as well as space required for staging, production and AV.
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What should I look for when choosing a venue for a large conference?
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Alongside capacity, consider registration space, breakout rooms, catering, exhibition areas, AV and production facilities, accessibility and transport connections. Delegate flow is particularly important at larger events, as arrivals, refreshment breaks and room changes need to work efficiently.
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How far in advance should I book a large conference venue?
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For conferences of 500 delegates or more, it is sensible to start searching well in advance, particularly if your date or location is fixed. Large venues have more limited availability than smaller meeting spaces, and booking early provides a better choice of dates and allows more time for accommodation, production and event planning.
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Can Function Fixers find conference venues for 500, 1,000 or more delegates?
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Yes. Function Fixers can source large conference venues based on your delegate numbers, location, dates, budget and technical requirements. Our free venue finding service can compare suitable options and provide a tailored shortlist, saving you the time involved in researching and contacting large venues individually.
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