Conway Hall
Conway Hall first opened its doors in 1929 and is named in honour of Moncure Daniel Conway – anti-slavery advocate, champion of free thought, and biographer of Thomas Paine. Owned by the charitable Conway Hall Ethical Society, the venue continues to champion people and ideas that make ethics matter in the world.
This Grade II listed venue blends historic character with modern versatility. Home to six distinctive event spaces – including the impressive Main Hall, renowned for its striking stage and exceptional acoustics – Conway Hall offers a unique setting in the heart of central London.
Perfect for:
Filming • Conferences • Recording • Rehearsals • Meetings • Talks & Lectures • Comedy, Concerts & Performances • Training & Workshops • Wedding Receptions • Fashion Shows • Awards Ceremonies • Memorials • Livestream & Hybrid Events and more.
Combining rich heritage with cutting-edge AV facilities and a highly experienced events team, Conway Hall delivers seamless events in an inspiring and characterful setting.
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Conway Hall has 6 rooms. The largest, Main Hall, holds up to 400 guests seated or 250 standing.
- Main Hall400 seated, 250 standingFor talks, awards, product launches
- Brockway Room50-80 seated, 80 standingFor meetings, workshops, auditions,
- The Library40-60 seated, 60 standingFor meetings, launches, filming
- Russell Room35 seated, 35 standingFor rehearsals, auditions etc
- Flower Room12 seatedFor meetings, auditions, interviews
- Fox Room10 seatedFor meetings, auditions, interviews
Travel Information
Holborn (about 5 min walk)
Chancery Lane (about 8 min walk)
Getting to Conway Hall by public transport
In Central London, Conway Hall is about 5 minutes' walk from Holborn (Tube) and about 8 minutes from Chancery Lane (Tube). Walking times are estimates.
Getting to Conway Hall by car
For sat nav, use the postcode WC1R 4RL.
Conway Hall is in the London Borough of Camden. Congestion Charge and Ultra Low Emission Zone rules may apply to vehicles driven in London, so check Transport for London for the latest charges.
Getting to Conway Hall by air
The nearest major airports are London City (about 7.6 miles away) and Heathrow (about 15 miles away). Distances are in a straight line, so the road journey will be longer.
Conway Hall for conferences, concerts and lectures in central London
Conway Hall opened its doors in 1929 and is named after Moncure Daniel Conway, anti-slavery advocate, champion of free thought and biographer of Thomas Paine.
Run by an ethical society
Owned by the charitable Conway Hall Ethical Society, it continues to champion people and ideas that make ethics matter. With a Grade II listing, the building on Red Lion Square offers historic character with modern versatility in the middle of London.
Sound and sightlines in the Main Hall
The Main Hall seats 400, or 250 standing, with a striking stage and exceptional acoustics that suit concerts, comedy, lectures and recording. Cutting-edge AV supports livestream and hybrid events.
Fox Room to Brockway, and beyond
Alongside the Main Hall sit the Brockway Room for 50 to 80, the Library for 40 to 60, the Russell Room for 35, the Flower Room for 12 and the Fox Room for 10. Meetings, training, workshops and rehearsals all find a suitable room. The range is wide: filming, wedding receptions, awards ceremonies and, for something less routine, memorials, fashion shows and talks all happen here.
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