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
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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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Hackney Town Hall
Just moments from London Fields and Hackney Central stations, Hackney Town Hall is an award-winning venue that blends historic charm with modern sophistication. This iconic building offers five distinct spaces…
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Lancaster University Conferences & Events
Lancaster University Conferences & Events provides a diverse selection of event spaces, from meeting rooms and banquet halls to reception suites and lecture theatres. These are supported by full technical…
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60 Great Queen Street
This Grade II* listed venue exudes timeless elegance, featuring stunning architecture and luxurious interiors. From the intricate mosaic ceilings of the Grand Temple to the charming intimacy of its distinctive…
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London Stadium
Host an event at London Stadium, the premier event destination in East London. Picture hosting your next event in a venue where Olympians and football icons have made history. Whether…
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St James’ Park
Located in the vibrant heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, St. James’ Park is the iconic home of Newcastle United Football Club. With excellent local and national transport links, onsite parking…
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London Conference Centre
Located at One Bartholomew Close in Barts Square, the Chicago Booth London Conference Centre spans 43,796 square feet, offering an exceptional venue for events and educational activities in the heart…
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Shoreditch Exchange
Gorsuch Place , E2 8JF
Welcome to The Shoreditch Exchange Building, the perfect venue for your next Shoreditch corporate event. Nestled in the heart of Hoxton, this elegant and versatile event space offers a blend…
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The Big Space at Sugar Studios
Greenwich Beach Morden Wharf Road
Tunnel Avenue , SE10 0PA
Located in North Greenwich, Just a 15-minute walk from North Greenwich station, The Big Space at Sugar Studios is a versatile venue perfect for a variety of events. This expansive…
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Sancroft St Paul’s
Situated in the renowned Paternoster Square, Sancroft St. Paul’s offers a conveniently centralised location that is easily accessible and surrounded by a array of historical London landmarks in the City….
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Scottish Event Campus – SEC
The Scottish Event Campus (SEC), an iconic bulding in Glasgow, serves as Scotland’s premier venue for public events and stands as the United Kingdom’s largest integrated exhibition and conference centre….
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Raffles London at the OWO
Raffles London at The OWO has emerged as a cultural hotspot. This extraordinary hotel on Whitehall gracefully harmonises its listed historic roots with unmatched modern luxuries, making it an exquisite…
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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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Hilton London Metropole Hotel
Hilton London Metropole provides over 4,300m2 of event space and 42 function rooms for meetings and events, including 11 dedicated meeting rooms, 4 boardrooms and a modern business centre. Discover…
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The Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre
The Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre is considered to be one of the world’s leading conference centres thanks to its unique location opposite Westminster Abbey and being just a stone’s…
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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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