Historic Venues for Hire

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Historic venues offer a unique combination of character, heritage and prestige, making them ideal for conferences, meetings, private dining, awards ceremonies, product launches and corporate celebrations. Whether you’re looking for a grand livery hall, stately home, historic palace, museum or listed building, Function Fixers’ free, independent venue finding service will provide a tailored shortlist of historic venues that perfectly match your brief, budget and objectives. We source exceptional historic venues across London and throughout the UK.

Stunning architecture, fascinating heritage and impressive interiors add atmosphere and distinction, while many historic venues also offer modern conference facilities, state-of-the-art AV, flexible event spaces and experienced event teams. Whether you’re hosting a board meeting, conference, gala dinner or client event, a historic venue combines timeless elegance with the facilities needed for a successful event.

Venue finder insight

By Carrie Larwood, MD Function Fixers

Historic venues can provide an atmosphere that’s almost impossible to recreate in a modern event space, but always check the practical details. Listed buildings can sometimes have restrictions around production, access, sound levels or what can be attached to walls and floors. I’d also check accessibility, AV and loading access early on; you want all the character without discovering limitations too late.

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Favourite Historic Venues for 2026

Drapers’ Hall

Throgmorton Avenue, City of London, EC2N 2DQ

Drapers’ Hall is one of London’s most sought after venues for corporate events. With its incredible rooms and flexible catering options,  Drapers’ Hall can offer the perfect solution for any…

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Longleat House

Warminster, BA12 7NW

Set in the magnificent Wiltshire countryside within easy reach of Bath and Bristol, Longleat House is a unique and inspiring venue for holding conferences, meetings and launches, and for entertaining…

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Glaziers Hall

9 Montague Close, London Bridge, SE1 9DD

Glaziers Hall is a beautiful converted warehouse sitting right on the South Bank of the Thames with stunning views of the City. Whether you are looking to host a conference,…

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Harewood House

Harewood, LS17 9 LG

Harewood House, located just outside of Leeds, is a stunning stately home that offers a quintessentially British setting for a variety of events. Surrounded by over 100 acres of beautifully…

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61 Whitehall

RUSI, Westminster, SW1A 2ET

A recent multi-million-pound refurbishment project of 61 Whitehall was completed.  This included the addition of a brand-new fifth floor and a glass-domed room on the fourth floor above the library…

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Roundhouse

Chalk Farm Road, Camden, NW1 8EH

From modest Victorian beginnings as a steam-engine repair shed, to legendary cultural venue, the Roundhouse has an enviable heritage. The stunning Main Space is perfect for corporate and private events:…

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More Historic Venues for Hire

Pendennis Castle

Castle Close
Falmouth
Cornwall , TR11 4LP

This wonderful Tudor castle standing proudly on Falmouth’s headland combines ancient history with contemporary style and service to give every corporate event its own ‘wow’ factor. With a choice of…

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Ranger’s House

Chesterfield Walk
Blackheath , SE10 8QX

Think of a smart Georgian town house, of high society balls and soirees in the graceful early 18th century, of fashionable ladies in ravishing gowns and their handsome beaux in…

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Marble Hill House

Richmond Road
Twickenham , TW1 2NL

Think of elegant early 18th century society gatherings, with fashionable gentlemen in tight breeches and ladies in long, low-cut gowns as they wine, dine and dance in the style of…

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Chelsea Physic Garden

66 Royal Hospital Road
Chelsea , SW3 4HS

Chelsea Physic Garden is the ideal venue for many special occasions. The Garden and its indoor spaces are suited to a wide variety of events, from large birthday celebrations, wedding…

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The People’s Palace

Mile End Road, London, Shoreditch , E1 4NS

In 2013 Queen Mary, University of London unveiled a £6.3m refurbishment of this much-loved art-deco building to mark the 125th anniversary of the original People’s Palace, home to the Great…

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The Imperial Hotel

Park Hill Road
Torquay , TQ1 2DG

The Imperial Hotel is a 19th Century Victorian four-star hotel in a stunning cliff-top location on the English Riviera, a great base for exploring Devon and North Cornwall. There is a…

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Walton Hall

Walton
Wellesbourne , CV35 9HU

The historic, 16th century country house hotel is a luxury 4-star hotel in a Grade II listed building that sits at the heart of 65 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds….

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The Lygon Arms

High Street
Broadway , WR12 7DU

The Lygon Arms is one of the most famous hotels in the Cotswolds and has been welcoming travellers to the Cotswolds since the 16th century. In a superb setting, relax and…

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Oxford Witney Four Pillars Hotel

Ducklington Lane
Witney , OX28 4EX

Welcome to the Oxford Witney Four Pillars Hotel, home to sought-after meeting rooms in Oxfordshire. A smart 4-star hotel just a short walk from the historic centre of Witney, the…

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Archerfield Estate

Dirleton
East Lothian

, EH39 5HU

Poised on a beautiful coastline sits an expansive Scottish Estate.  Exclusive, desirable and uniquely situated being 40 minutes south of Edinburgh International airport. The historic Archerfield House embraces grandeur and…

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Pewterers’ Hall

Oat Lane, City of London , EC2V 7DE

Pewterers’ Hall is situated in the heart of the city offering itself as a fully flexible event solution for both private and corporate events. Pewterers’ is one of the very…

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Six Fitzroy Square

, W1T 5DX

Six Fitzroy Square, an elegant eighteenth century townhouse designed by Robert Adam, provides a unique location for all types of event in central London – and at surprisingly affordable rates….

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Spitbank Fort

Gosport , PO12 1FX

It’s not often that you can take your team or board of directors to a truly unique destination, but Spitbank Fort offers just that, a destination with a difference. For…

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Chateau Rhianfa

Beaumaris
Anglesey , LL59 5NS

Why settle for the ordinary when you can hold your next meeting, conference or event at Chateau Rhianfa? Here in our beautiful Grade II listed Château you can mix business…

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Stanbrook Abbey Hotel

Callow End , WR2 4TY

Stanbrook Abbey stands as a striking Midlands meetings destination, sure to leave a lasting impression as soon as attendees step foot on its grounds. This multifaceted venue boasts the historic…

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Kinnettles Castle

Forfar
Angus , DD8

If you are planning a corporate function, or need a corporate venue with fantastic transport links to Forfar and Dundee, then Kinnettles Castle will certainly not disappoint. Set just 12…

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St Paul’s Cathedral

London, City of London , EC4M 8AD

The spaces available to hire at St Paul’s Cathedral can accommodate from 2 to 70 people for meetings, up to 250 people for a seated dinner, and up to 350…

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Two Temple Place

2 Temple Place, Covent Garden , WC2R 3BD

Two Temple Place is one of London’s hidden architectural gems with its castle like exterior and unique wood carved interior. This extraordinary late Victorian mansion, built by William Waldorf Astor…

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Islington Assembly Hall

Upper Street, London, Islington , N1 2UD

If you’re searching for a venue in the capital with great transport links and the latest technology, look no further than Islington Assembly Hall! With seating for up to 170…

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Royal Hospital Chelsea

Royal Hospital Road
London , SW3 4SR

On the banks of the Thames, in the heart of one of London’s most fashionable districts, the Royal Hospital Chelsea offers a number of historic and beautiful spaces to hire,…

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Banking Hall

14 Cornhill, City of London , EC3V 3ND

Banking Hall is a stunning masterpiece nestled in the heart of the City of London. This iconic venue seamlessly blends historic grandeur with modern elegance. With its soaring marble columns,…

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One Horseguards

1 Horseguards Avenue, Westminster , SW1A 2HU

We are a central London venue providing period rooms with a contemporary twist for a wide selection of intimate events. Located close to Whitehall the Grade II building has stunning…

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Proud Embankment

8 Victoria Embankment, London, Covent Garden , WC2R 2AB

Proud Embankment is the West End’s venue of choice for a wide range of events! Situated directly under Waterloo Bridge, the event space has a fabulous viewing area overlooking The…

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Ashford Castle

Cong
Co Mayo

For 5 Star Conference Venues in Ireland, look no further than Ashford Castle. Our Corporate Facilities are, as you would expect, impressive. Flair and attention to detail ensure that conferences…

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Lough Eske Castle

Donegal Town
Donegal

Lough Eske Castle Hotel is available for exclusive hire. Whether you want to host an important corporate event or conference, have your dream wedding or to simply have an informal…

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Society of Antiquaries

Burlington House
Piccadilly , W1J 0BE

The Society’s prestigious apartments at Burlington House offer you a space rich in history and atmosphere, surrounded by historical objects and paintings that have been seen in museums and galleries…

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Pembroke College

Pembroke Square
St Aldates , OX1 1DW

Offering a high-standard of modern catering and conference facilities within a beautiful historic setting, Pembroke is the best of both worlds as a venue for your conference, reception, lunch or…

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