Venues for Gala Dinners

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Gala dinner and charity ball venues across London and the UK

Whether you’re organising a fundraising gala, charity ball, black-tie dinner or prestigious awards evening, the right venue will help create an unforgettable experience for your guests. Function Fixers’ free, independent venue finding service will help you find exceptional gala dinner and charity ball venues across London and the UK. From magnificent historic buildings and luxury hotels to museums, livery halls and iconic event spaces, we’ll recommend venues that reflect the importance of your event and leave a lasting impression.

Why choose the right gala or charity ball venue?

A successful gala or charity ball is about creating a memorable evening while delivering a seamless guest experience. The ideal venue should combine elegant surroundings with excellent dining, professional event support and the facilities needed for fundraising activities, entertainment and speeches. Whether you’re planning an intimate charity dinner or a spectacular gala for hundreds of guests, we’ll help you find a venue that combines style, flexibility and exceptional hospitality.

Things to look for in a gala dinner or charity ball venue

  • Impressive arrival and reception areas
  • Banqueting space for seated dinners
  • Stage, lectern and AV for speeches
  • Dance floor and live entertainment facilities
  • Space for auctions, raffles and fundraising activities
  • Branding and sponsor opportunities
  • VIP reception or private dining rooms
  • Accommodation for guests
  • Accessibility and transport links
  • Experienced event teams familiar with large fundraising events

Why choose Function Fixers?

For more than 35 years, Function Fixers has been helping charities, businesses and event organisers find outstanding venues for gala dinners, charity balls and prestigious corporate events across London and the UK. Our experienced venue finding team will recommend venues that match your budget, guest numbers and fundraising objectives, arrange site visits, negotiate the best available rates and support you throughout the booking process, all as part of our free, independent venue finding service.

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London Museum at Smithfield

Smithfield , EC1A 9AG

The new London Museum at Smithfield is set to become one of the capital’s most exciting and distinctive event venues. Housed within the beautifully restored Victorian General Market, this remarkable…

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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 Pelligon

43 Bank Street, Canary Wharf , E14 5AB

The Pelligon is a unique and stylish venue within a spectacular 27m high arched glass atrium. The venue  boasts 682 sq meters of patterned marble floor, steamed beech wood wall…

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Mansfield Traquair

15 Mansfield Place , EH3 6BB

Often described as the ‘Sistine Chapel of the North’, Mansfield Traquair is one of Edinburgh’s most visually striking event venues. Built in 1885, this former church is famed for its…

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Troxy

490 Commercial Road, Shoreditch , E1 0HX

Troxy originally opened as a grand cinema in 1933 and was designed to seat an audience of 3520 people. Erected on the site of an old brewery, it cost £250,000…

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Alexandra Palace

Alexandra Palace Way, 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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Headingley Stadium

St Michael's Lane, Headingley , LS6 3BR

Headingley Stadium is a unique dual-sport venue, home to both international cricket and rugby league, offering an energetic and distinctive setting for events in Leeds. The stadium features a wide…

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Ministry of Sound

103 Gaunt Street , SE1 6DP

Ministry of Sound is one of London’s most iconic event venues, built for impact and energy. Known for its world-class sound and lighting, the venue features one of the largest…

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Freight Brixton

33 Brixton Station Road , SW9 8PB

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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Royal Horseguards Hotel

2 Whitehall Court, Westminster , SW1A 2HD

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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American Express Stadium

Village Way, Brighton , BN1 9BL

Just a skip and a jump from Brighton, the multi-purpose American Express Stadium offers a great selection of event spaces and exhibition halls. This unique venue even has an on-site…

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The Tower Hotel

St Katharine's Way, Shoreditch , E1W 1LD

What makes The Tower hotel truly one-of-a-kind, though, is its atmosphere. Once inside, you’d be forgiven for forgetting that the City and a host of London sights and attractions are…

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Central Hall Westminster

Storeys Gate, Westminster , SW1H 9NH

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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Magazine London

Greenwich Peninsula, London , SE10 0QE

Magazine London is a new event space for the capital. The venue boasts 3,205 sq m of versatile interior space for up to 3,000 people and can extend to accommodate a…

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Old Billingsgate

1 Old Billingsgate Walk, (Riverside Entrance), 16 Lower Thames Street, City of London , EC3R 6DX

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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Abbots Barton Hotel

36 New Dover Road , CT1 3DU

Set in two acres of peaceful gardens, the Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel is a charming Victorian Gothic 3-star stay just 10 minutes from Canterbury city centre and 20 minutes…

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Lancaster University Conferences & Events

Lancaster , LA1 4YW

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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The Coppid Beech Hotel

John Nike Way, Binfield, Bracknell , RG12 8TF

Experience the Ultimate Stay at the Coppid Beech Hotel, Bracknell Whether you’re here for business or pleasure, the Coppid Beech Hotel is the ideal destination for corporate travellers, weekend relaxers,…

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The Belfry Hotel & Resort

Wishaw, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham , B76 9PR

Nestled in over 500 acres of beautiful countryside in the heart of England, The Belfry provides a welcome retreat to escape, meet, or play. The Belfry Hotel & Resort, located…

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Stoneleigh Abbey

Estate Office, Stoneleigh Abbey, Kenilworth, Warwickshire , CV8 2LF

From small and intimate training events to grand and unique product launches, Stoneleigh Abbey offers unique corporate event space with a historic twist. This stunningly beautiful country estate is set…

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InterContinental Edinburgh The George

19-21 George Street , EH2 2PB

InterContinental Edinburgh The George is a prestigious events venue set within a row of elegant Georgian townhouses on George Street, in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town. Blending historic character…

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Eastside Rooms

Woodcock Street , B7 4BL

Eastside Rooms is centrally located in Birmingham and very easily accessible to all. The venue is one of the most flexible and versatile event venues in Birmingham, which a range…

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Life Centre Events

Wapping Road, Bradford , BD3 0EQ

Life Centre Events is a versatile event venue located in Bradford, offering a modern and spacious setting for a variety of occasions. From conferences and corporate events to weddings and…

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Royal Lancaster London Hotel

LancasterTerrace , W2 2TY

Royal Lancaster London is a stylish 5-star hotel and event venue set on Lancaster Terrace with sweeping views over Hyde Park and the London skyline. Located just steps from Lancaster…

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The Pavilion at Ingliston

Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston , EH28 8NB

 The Pavilion is a striking, modern venue designed to create an open and inviting atmosphere, with expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. The building features a covered…

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RCP London Events (Royal College of Physicians)

11 St Andrews Place, Regents Park, Camden , NW1 4LE

The Royal College of Physicians, with a history spanning 500 years, is situated in its fifth location since 1965. This renowned Grade 1 modernist building by Sir Denys Lasdun,  graces…

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Vintners Hall

Upper Thames Street, City of London , EC4V 3BG

The Vintners company was originally established to regulate the wine trade. Today the company still has an involvement with the industry, as well as conducting charitable work. The historic Vintners…

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