The Best London Conference & Meeting Venues with Catering
Published on: July 7, 2025
Looking for the perfect location for your next corporate conference, meeting or away day? Social Pantry is proud to be an approved caterer for over 70 of the capital’s most exclusive event venues. Our partner venues include some of the most iconic spaces in London. From famous city landmarks and English Heritage sites, to world-renowned art galleries, cultural hubs, museums and concert halls.
Whether you’re looking for a large, theatre-style space to host a company-wide presentation, or a collection of smaller breakout and workshops spaces, we’ve carefully-curated a list of the best away day and conference venues in the city. Each offers a mix of historic charm, modern amenities, and unbeatable, easy-to-reach locations.
We’ve chosen a selection of historic and modern conference venues; large, small and mixed spaces; venues with breakout spaces and some with outdoor areas. All of these hybrid venues are in either central or East London, with easy access via public transport.
If you’re looking for central London conference venues, you couldn’t get much more central than this. Situated directly behind Tottenham Court Road Station, between Oxford Street and the West End, @sohoplace is the newest addition to Soho’s theatre scene. Constructed in 2022, it’s the first new West End theatre to have been built in fifty years. Described as ‘an oasis of calm in the heart of the action’, the large, contemporary building spans five floors and is home to several bars, restaurants and two main event venues: the central theatre auditorium, and the fifth-floor rehearsal and events space.
Conference Venue Capacity
The central auditorium is perfect for large conferences, seating up to 600 people in the round, or 400 if not. With its production lighting and dimmers, impressive PA system and tiered seating, it’s ideal for hosting presentations or panel talks. There are also adjoining bars and breakout spaces for additional meetings or team activities. For smaller teams, the fifth-floor event space seats up to 120 people, is filled with natural light and comes equipped with a projector and PA system. Plus, the adjoining bar is perfect for hosting post-conference drinks, and boasts unique views over bustling Soho.
Conference Catering at Sohoplace
Social Pantry brings vibrant, contemporary catering to @sohoplace, perfectly suited to the venue’s creative energy. Whether you’re hosting a panel talk, leadership meeting, or networking evening, our menus—ranging from beautifully presented breakfast bites to refined bowl food and stylish canapé selections—are designed to impress. With a focus on sustainability and seasonal ingredients, Social Pantry ensures your guests enjoy thoughtful, fuss-free food that feels as modern as the space. Our experienced team delivers seamless service across all areas of the venue, from rehearsal rooms to the rooftop terrace.
Conveniently located just two minutes’ walk from Liverpool Street Station, Bishopsgate Institute is an atmospheric venue. In the heart of the City of London, the Grade II* listed building offers event spaces suitable for corporate events of all sizes. These include the beautiful wood-panelled Victorian Library, the grand Great Hall, and several fully-equipped meeting and rehearsal rooms. All spaces boast unique period details, high-speed Wi-Fi, and AV capabilities.
Conference Venue Capacity
The Great Hall is the largest of these spaces, with a capacity of up to 270, theatre-style. It has an in-built stage with a lighting rig and full AV capabilities for presentations, panel talks and awards.
Another popular choice for smaller meetings and workshops is The Courtyard Room. It features an in-built screen and seating for up to 50 people, as well as the adjoining outdoor area which gives the space its name. Bishopsgate Institute also offers a range of add-on packages such as private tours, exhibitions and workshops. As a registered charity, any income generated is invested back into the building and its charitable programme.
Conference Catering at Bishopsgate Institute
Social Pantry provides vibrant, seasonal catering for conferences and meetings at the Bishopsgate Institute.
With a strong focus on sustainability and zero-waste practices, our food is as responsible as it is delicious. We bring polished service and flexible options to ensure every event at this historic venue runs smoothly from start to finish.
Located in Westminster, Lindley Hall has been the backdrop for countless memorable events since its opening in 1904. Originally built to host botanic art exhibitions, the versatile hall boasts a large, spacious interior. The sprawling room is highlighted by an impressive glass ceiling that floods the space with natural light.
Its central location in Westminster, 10 minutes walk from Victoria Station, makes it easily accessible via public transport, for both those in and outside of London. Plus, the venue’s proximity to central London’s hotels, restaurants, and cultural attractions makes it an appealing choice for hosting international visitors.
Conference Venue Capacity
This versatile blank canvas works well as a conference venue as it can seat up to 480 guests, theatre-style. This also leaves ample room for networking and branded exhibition stands. The room is equipped with intelligent lighting, state-of-the-art AV systems, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a PA system, ensuring seamless presentations.
Conference Catering at Lindley Hall
Social Pantry delivers elegant, seasonal catering for conferences and meetings at Lindley Hall. Whether you’re planning an executive breakfast, a formal luncheon our menus are thoughtfully designed—from hearty buffet spreads to refined canapés and interactive food stations.
Our dedicated team ensures smooth, stylish service making your corporate event both impressive and seamlessly executed.
The Truman Brewery, once home to London’s largest brewery, is now a revolutionary arts and media quarter. Known as a renowned event space in Shoreditch, the hybrid venue is easily accessible. Located on Brick Lane, just a 5-minute walk from Shoreditch High Street station (overground) and 10 minutes from Liverpool Street station (mainline and tube) and Aldgate East tube station. The vast building is home to a range of different spaces that are ideal for conferences, away days and corporate get-togethers.
Conference Venue Capacity
For one of the most unique conference venues, the Grade II listed Boiler House is an industrial red brick warehouse with an abundance of character and original features. These include the iconic 49m Truman chimney, soaring ceilings, original windows and skylights that flood the 10,000 sq ft space with natural light. With a large floor space and split-level mezzanine, the Boiler House can accommodate up to 500 people. It can be adapted to suit various conference needs, from large-scale presentations to intimate breakout sessions. The spacious adjoining courtyard also offers the chance for outdoor breaks and networking opportunities.
The recently developed F Block warehouse is The Truman Brewery’s largest single room event space. It can be hired in conjunction with interconnecting rooms to make it the ultimate sprawling events building. All rooms are equipped with high speed Wi-Fi, ample plug sockets and a mix of natural and artificial lighting.
Conference Catering at the Truman Brewery
Social Pantry deliver vibrant, tailored catering for conferences and meetings. From energising breakfast platters to hot working lunches, bowl food, canapés, or buffet stations, our menus flex to your event’s format and guest count. We prioritise sustainable, zero‑waste practices with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and inclusive dietary options.
Looking for a more intimate venue for smaller team meetings and away days? The North Tower Lounge inside Tower Bridge offers a unique blend of historical significance and modern amenities. Located within one of London’s most iconic landmarks, this versatile venue provides a memorable setting that impresses attendees, especially those visiting from outside the UK. It’s easily accessible for those both in and outside London, thanks to its close proximity to London Bridge station (train and tube) and several tube stations.
Rich in history, the lounge features stunning Neo-gothic architecture and impressive floor-to-ceiling lancet windows. There is also unique views of the bridge and the River Thames from this viewpoint.
With its unique history and inspiring environment, it’s no surprise the venue won the ‘Coolest Venue for Small Meetings’ category in the 2009 Cool Venue Awards.
Conference Venue Capacity
The lounge can be adapted to different formations depending on business needs. It can accommodate 20 people for a board-room style room set up, up to 50 people for a standing reception, or 36 for a reception and seated meal. It’s equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi and advanced audio-visual equipment, ensuring the smooth running of any company presentations.
Conference Catering at Tower Bridge
We deliver exceptional, conference-focused catering with bespoke style. Whether you’re hosting an executive meeting, panel session, or networking reception, our menus include fresh breakfast selections, hot working lunches, bowl food, elegant canapés, or buffet stations—each designed for your guest list and format.
If you’d like to talk to Social Pantry about planning or catering your next conference or meeting please call, email or submit a form and a member of our team will get back to you.
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