Unusual Conference Venues

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Find an unusual venue for your next conference

Break away from the ordinary with a conference venue that will inspire delegates and leave a lasting impression. Whether you’re planning a leadership conference, company meeting, product launch or annual event, Function Fixers’ free, independent venue finding service will provide a tailored shortlist of unusual conference venues that perfectly match your brief, budget and objectives. From museums and galleries to historic buildings, rooftops, converted warehouses and iconic landmarks, we’ll help you find a venue that’s anything but ordinary.

An unusual conference venue can transform the delegate experience by creating a more engaging and memorable environment. Unique surroundings encourage creativity, improve networking opportunities and help reinforce your company’s brand and event objectives. Best of all, choosing an unusual venue doesn’t mean compromising on practicality – many offer state-of-the-art AV, flexible layouts, breakout rooms and experienced event teams, combining distinctive character with first-class conference facilities.

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By Carrie Larwood, MD Function Fixers

An unusual venue can make a conference far more memorable, but it still has to work as a conference venue. Check the acoustics, sightlines, AV, Wi-Fi and breakout spaces carefully, and think about how delegates will move around the building. Character can be a real advantage, but not if it makes the event harder to run.

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Some of the Best Unusual Conference Venues

Who says conferences have to take place in traditional meeting rooms? From converted warehouses and museums to historic landmarks and unexpected spaces, our collection of unusual conference venues offers something a little different, without compromising on the facilities you need for a successful event.

Buffini Chao Deck

National Theatre,, Southbank, SE1 9PX

Buffini Chao Deck is a fantastic event space on the roof of the National Theatre on London’s Southbank. With an outdoor riverside terrace and ample indoor space, it is the…

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New White Loft

Underwood Street, Hoxton, Islington, N1

The New White Loft is part of the Lumiere London venue portfolio.  With 2092 sq ft of contemporary studio space, the space can be hired independently or in conjunction with…

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EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney)

11-17 Stoke Newington Road, Dalston, Hackney, N16 8BH

Conference Venues Hackney EartH is an amazing cultural centre in Hackney and a unique venue available for hire.  Formerly a derelict cinema, the venue has three unique spaces available for…

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Battersea Arts Centre

Lavender Hill, Battersea, SW11 5TN

Corporate event venue in London with scale, character and serious impact Host your next corporate event at Battersea Arts Centre, a standout London venue combining historic character, creative energy and…

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Illuminate at the Science Museum

Exhibition Road, South Kensington, SW7 2DD

Illuminate at the Science Museum is a contemporary event space situated on Levels 4 and 5 of this historic building. This stunning venue is available for both daytime and evening…

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Events@No 6

6 Alie Street, Shoreditch, E1 8QT

Events @ No 6 is a unique London events venue and is also the headquarters of the Royal College of Pathologists. Facilities include a variety of bright meeting rooms hosting…

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The Post Barn

Snelsmore Common, Newbury, RG14 3AL

The Post Barn is a contemporary events venue set in the Berkshire countryside near Newbury, offering a stylish alternative to a traditional hotel or conference centre. Filled with natural daylight…

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26 Leake Street

26 Leake Street, SE1

Located in the heart of London’s dynamic cultural hub, 26 Leake Street stands as a beautifully restored and urban-chic venue. This multi-arch Waterloo event space, boasting 11,000 sq. ft of…

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Big Fridge

Compressor House, E16 2QU

Big Fridge is a cutting-edge event and production venue in East London’s Royal Docks (E16),  for high-impact live, hybrid and broadcast-led events. Designed for modern brands and corporate event organisers,…

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The Tab Centre

3 Godfrey Place, Shoreditch , E2 7NT

The Tab Centre is the only historic blank canvas hireable venue in London’s fashionable Shoreditch, on the edge of the Square Mile. This grand hall has elegant pilasters and a…

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Sancroft St Paul’s

Paternoster Square, City of London , EC4

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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The Trampery Old Street

239 Old Street, City of London , EC1V 9EY

The Trampery Old Street stands as our dynamic flagship venue in London. Transformed from a formerly abandoned building, it has evolved into a premium centre for innovation and creativity situated…

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Hackney Bridge

Units 1-28, Echo Building, East Bay Lane , E15 2SJ

Hackney Bridge is a multi-purpose, canalside venue that is home to creative coworking studios, independent retail stores and dedicated event spaces. Its street food kitchen features an array of cuisines and,…

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The Block

10 White Lion Street, Islington , N1 9PD

The BLOCK is a brand-new, industrial-style building in Angel. Less than a 2 minute walk from Angel station, and within striking distance of Kings Cross St. Pancras, this is an…

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Space14

14 Bedford Square , WC1B 3JA

Nestled between Bloomsbury and Fitzrovia in the heart of central London, Bedford Square is a unique and quirky venue set in a grand and historic building. Housing a range of…

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Peckham Levels

95a Rye Lane , SE15 4ST

Set inside what used to be a multi-storey car park in the heart of Peckham, South East London, Peckham Levels opened in 2017 and since then has been a unique…

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Brewers’ Hall

Aldermanbury Square, London, City of London , EC2V

Brewers’ Hall is a livery Hall set on the private Aldermanbury square in the heart of the City of London. From business meetings, presentations, corporate dinners to private parties, the…

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HERE at Outernet

Charing Cross Road , WC2H 8LH

Introducing HERE at Outernet, an innovative venue situated in the heart of Central London. Nestled right next to Tottenham Court Road station, HERE at Outernet is a dynamic live events…

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The Palm Room

6-14 Underwood Street, Islington , N1 7JQ

The Palm Room has been intricately designed to offer an unmatched revitalising experience. Immerse yourself in an enchanting atmosphere that encourages relaxation and sparks creativity. There are endless opportunities at…

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Gunnersbury Park House

Popes Lane , W5 4NX

Nestled in the heart of West London and set within 72 hectares of stunning public parkland, Gunnersbury Park offers an exciting portfolio of venues, making it one of London’s most…

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12 Hay Hill

Mayfair , W1J 8NR

If you’re looking for an exclusive venue for corporate events in the heart of Mayfair, 12 Hay Hill is your ideal choice. Our Club boasts a variety of event spaces,…

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Ironmonger’s Hall

Shaftesbury Place, Barbican, City of London , EC2Y 8AA

Featured on film, DVD’s (Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire!!) and television, Ironmongers’ Hall offers a comprehensive facility in which to hold differing events, from filming to road-show presentations;…

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Searcys at The Gherkin

City of London , EC3

Unfortunately Searcys at the Gherkin is now permanently closed.  For information on other similar venues, contact us today and we will be happy to send you more options.

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