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Dinner and Reception venues
Dinner and reception venues your delegates and visitors won’t want to miss:
ExCeL is a superb base from which to sample some of the best experiences that London has to offer. The city offers over 1,000 inspirational and unique venues. Detailed below is a selection of our recommended partners, handpicked to suit a variety of event formats.
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The Orbit
The ArcelorMittal Orbit, created by Turner Prize-winning artist Anish Kapoor in collaboration with Cecil Balmond, is the UK’s tallest sculpture and iconic landmark of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The venue’s viewing platforms are available to hire throughout the year, for early morning and evening events, providing a unique backdrop for a variety of off-site functions.
Exclusive offerQuote ‘ExCeL’ to receive
a 10% discount on an
event quote
Reception: 250Dinner: 120
Travel time from ExCeL London: 20 minutes
ContactAmy Spargo
Sales Executive
+44 (0) 20 8221 9114
arcelormittalorbit.com
100-500 Guests
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Bateaux London
Enjoy London from a different perspective with an exclusive event on the River Thames. Bateaux London’s private cruises are perfect for reception drinks, gala dinners, summer parties and festive celebrations and can cater for various bespoke and theming requirements. With live entertainment, fresh food and stunning London views it is a truly unforgettable experience. Venues & capacitiesBateaux London has two vessels; the Scandinavian-designed Harmony which boasts the largest observation deck on the Thames and the Parisian Symphony, with an all-glass structure allowing guests to enjoy the magnificent views uninterrupted.
Exclusive offer4 free places for bookings of 100+.
Book in advance and quote “ExCeL
London.” Please note offer is on an
introductory basis and is subject to
availability
SymphonyReception: 320Dinner: 260
HarmonyReception: 220Dinner: 180
Travel time from ExCeL London: 30 minutes
Contact+44 (0) 20 7695 1809
bateauxlondon.com
100-500 Guests
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Cutty Sark
Cutty Sark is one of the world’s most famous ships and last surviving tea clipper, the fastest and greatest of her time. Just five minutes from Greenwich Pier, the venue offers remarkable event spaces both aboard and beneath the ship: The Dry Berth, The Tween Deck and The Master’s Saloon, all with commanding views over Canary Wharf and the City of London.
Exclusive offerFree curator talk with all
event bookings.
Reception: 450Dinner: 270
Travel time from ExCeL London: 30 minutes
ContactCatherine Owen
Event Sales and Marketing Manager
+44 (0) 7825 544 643
rmg.co.uk/cuttysark
100-500 Guests
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The Gherkin
Standing 180m tall, 30 St Mary Axe, is the venue affectionately known as The Gherkin. With its striking architecture, it is one of the most prestigious and iconic venues on the London skyline. Exclusively occupying the top three floors, Searcys provide first-class catering for off-site events and private functions within this unique landmark.
Exclusive offerA complimentary cocktail
for all guests attending
an evening event at the
top of the building
Reception: 260Dinner: 140
Travel time from ExCeL London: 20 minutes
ContactChelsey Hoefkens
Business Development Manager
+44 (0) 20 7071 5022
searcys.co.uk/the-gherkin
100-500 Guests
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The Old RoyalNaval College
Closed until January 2019 as undergoing period of conservation work.
Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, one of the most highly acclaimed English architects in history, the Old Royal Naval College offers a magnificent setting for an off-site event. Outside, the grounds boast beautiful lawns, courtyards and colonnades for a welcome reception. Inside, you have the choice of four venues offering guests an unforgettable experience: The Painted Hall, Queen Mary Undercroft, King William Undercroft and Admiral’s House.
Exclusive offer15% discount off the standard venue hire for all venues.
Reception: 398Dinner: 398
Travel time from ExCeL London: 30 minutes
ContactElizabeth Smith
Sales and Marketing Manager
+44 (0) 20 8269 2131
ornc.org/venuehire
100-500 Guests
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For over 900 years the Tower of London has dominated the city of London and is still one the Capital’s most prominent landmarks. Steeped in history, the ancient fortress is an impressive and iconic location for a dinner or reception. Events can be combined with a private viewing of the Crown Jewels, offering a once in a lifetime experience for your guests.
Exclusive offerDiscounted entrance according
to season for delegates to The
Tower of London (for larger
groups): e.g.
— 250-500 delegates — 10%
discount
— 500-1,000 delegates — 20%
discount
— +1,000 - 50% discount.
Reception: 300Dinner: 240
Travel time from ExCeL London: 20 minutes
ContactMilan Thakrar
Business Development Manager
+44 (0) 20 3166 6158
Tower of London
Travel time from ExCeL London: 20 minutes
ContactMilan Thakrar
Business Development Manager
+44 (0) 20 3166 6158
hrp.org.uk/toweroflondon
100-500 Guests
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VictorianBath House
Step into a world transcended from the tribulations of the modern lifestyle at the Victorian Bath House. From the secluded Victorian Courtyard, offering intimate and exclusive pleasures through to the splendid interior of the Grade II listed Bath House proper, this is a unique venue beyond compare. Featuring design from the esteemed Russell Sage Studio, the original tessellating mosaics and crimson pillars are preserved amongst features modern and marvellous. Situated on Bishopsgate Churchyard, a stone's throw from Liverpool Street Station, the Victorian Bath House is in the ideal location for private and corporate events alike.
Exclusive offerQuote ExCeL to receive 20% off venue
hire and complementary upgrade to
include spirit kilners with every
beer/wine and soft drinks package.
Reception: 150Dinner: 90
Travel time from ExCeL London: 25 minutes
ContactEmma Hamilton
+44 (0) 7904 233 970
victorianbathhouse.co.uk
100-500 Guests
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Tanner Warehouse
Tanner Warehouse is a unique space situated on vibrant Bermondsey Street, a short stroll from London Bridge station. This stunning converted warehouse has a fully loaded bar, open flair kitchen and the latest AV technology. Guests can enjoy lounging in the stylish courtyard, sipping our hand-crafted cocktails and enjoying a selection of our famous greedy canapés.
Reception: 450Dinner: 150
Travel time from ExCeL London: 30 minutes
tannerwarehouse.co.uk
100-500 Guests
Exclusive offerQuote ExCeL to receive 20% off venue
hire and complementary upgrade to
include spirit kilners with every
beer/wine and soft drinks package.
ContactEmma Hamilton
+44 (0) 7904 233 970
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Somerset House is an ideal central London, riverside location with eleven venues available for an off-site dinner or reception. With a diverse and flexible range of rooms and spaces, this grand house was originally built in 1547 for Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset.
Exclusive offerPlease contact the team at
Somerset House to discuss
exclusive organiser rate
options.
Reception: 200Dinner: 100
Travel time from ExCeL London: 30 minutes
Contact+44 (0) 20 7845 4618
somersethouse.org.uk/venue-hire
(Larger spaces available for hire upon request)
500-1,000 Guests
Somerset House
The Brewery is a Grade II historic venue located in the City of London, within the buildings of Whitbread’s 18th Century brewery. Offering 6 unique spaces, with a capacity from 30 to 1,000 guests, the venue offers the flexibility to adapt to any kind of event, including award dinners, receptions and parties.
Exclusive offerComplimentary sparkling
wine to Champagne
reception upgrade (first
booking only).
Reception: 1,000Dinner: 900
Travel time from ExCeL London: 30 minutes
ContactKatharine Hall-Smith
Business Development Manager
+44 (0) 20 7065 5740
thebrewery.co.uk
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500-1,000 Guests
The Brewery
The East Wintergarden is a stunning events venue in the heart of Canary Wharf, London’s financial district. The spectacular glass covered atrium provides the ideal setting for a variety of off-site events including cocktail parties, receptions, award ceremonies and dinners.
Exclusive offerComplimentary Audio Visual
Package up to the value of
£5,000.
Reception: 1,000Dinner: 500
Travel time from ExCeL London: 10 minutes
ContactDorothy Gold
Deputy Manager
T +44 (0) 20 7418 2725
canarywharf.com/workwithus/theeastwintergarden
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500-1,000 Guests
The East Wintergarden
Spanned by a spectacular glass roof, Neptune Court is a meeting of classical 18th century grandeur and innovative modern architecture at the heart of the National Maritime Museum. The Lower Deck is an ideal space for receptions and pre-dinner drinks whilst The Upper Deck offers open pillarless space with high ceilings, suitable for gala and awards dinners. With direct access to surrounding grounds this is a perfect location for summer parties. It is possible to increase the capacity of a reception to 1,500 guests by additionally hiring the Sammy Ofer Wing.
Exclusive offerQuote ‘ExCeL London’ to
receive a 10% discount on the
quote for your event.
Reception: 1,000Dinner: 500
Travel time from ExCeL London: 30 minutes
ContactCatherine Owen
Event Sales and Marketing Manager
+44 (0) 7825 544 643
rmg.co.uk/hospitality
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500-1,000 Guests
National MaritimeMuseum
Tate Britain is a Grade-II* listed building that offers a wide range of entertaining spaces, from classical and formal to modern and contemporary. Whether you are holding a drinks reception or a staff briefing, a grand dinner or a breakfast presentation, Tate Britain has the perfect space for your event.
Exclusive offerQuote ExCeL to receive a
15% discount on catering
delivered by our exclusive
events catering team ‘Tate
Entertaining’. (Minimum
spend of £5,000 applies.)
Reception: 900Dinner: 300
Travel time from ExCeL London: 40 minutes
ContactPlease contact the Events Team
on 020 7887 8689 or email
tate.org.uk
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500-1,000 Guests
Tate Britain
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Banking Hall
The Grade II listed Main Hall was designed in the 1930s and has a unique Art Deco charm. With a Mezzanine level that looks out over the Bank of England, the space is flexible and can be adapted to accommodate your needs – whether for a dinner, standing reception, wedding banquet, conference or exhibition.Their chefs offer exquisite menus to accompany this exceptional event venue and their dedicated events team is well versed in delivering high-end, unique events and will work with you to create an exceptional experience for your guests.
Exclusive offerQuote ExCeL to receive 20% off venue
hire and complementary upgrade to
include spirit kilners with every
beer/wine and soft drinks package.
Reception: 800Dinner: 280
Travel time from ExCeL London: 25 minutes
ContactEmma Hamilton
+44 (0) 7904 233 970
bankinghall.com
500-1,000 Guests
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Tate Modern is a riverside icon which transformed an obsolete power station into the world’s most visited gallery of modern and contemporary art. With its commanding location on the banks of the Thames opposite St Paul’s Cathedral, the new Tate Modern opening in June 2016 will boast ten floors of unique and varied spaces, including a tenth floor viewing terrace and the vast and versatile Turbine Hall and The Tanks.
Exclusive offerQuote ExCeL to receive a
15% discount on catering
delivered by our exclusive
events catering team ‘Tate
Entertaining’. (Minimum
spend of £5,000 applies.)
Reception: 1,500Dinner: 800
Travel time from ExCeL London: 30 minutes
ContactPlease contact the Events Team
on 020 7887 8689 or email
tate.org.uk
Tate Modern
1,000+ Guests
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From the British Comedy Awards to the launch of Call of Duty: Ghost, indigo at The O2 has hosted the biggest names in entertainment. Located just 10 minutes from ExCeL London and connected by The Emirates Airline cable car, the venue provides the ideal location for a large scale dinner or reception.
Exclusive offerSpecial discounted rates
for ExCeL organisers
Reception: 1500Dinner: 540
Travel time from ExCeL London: 10 minutes
ContactContact Emma Carroll for further
information on discounted rates:
indigoattheo2.co.uk
indigo at The O2
1,000+ Guests
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Old Billingsgate
Situated on the North banks of the River Thames stands Old Billingsgate, one of London’s most exciting and versatile venues, with stunning views of Tower Bridge and the City. This distinctive Grade II listed building is the perfect location for all types of events including receptions, award ceremonies, gala dinners and off-site parties.
Exclusive offerPlease contact the team at
Old Billingsgate to check the
best availability and rates.
Reception: 2000Dinner: 1200
Travel time from ExCeL London: 20 minutes
ContactGemma Wallace
Sales and Marketing Manager
+44 (0) 20 7283 2800
oldbillingsgate.co.uk
1,000+ Guests
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Tobacco Dock
Reborn as a unique events’ venue in 2012, Grade 1 listed Tobacco Dock offers a choice of stunning, flexible spaces for drinks receptions, dinners and parties for 300 to 10,000 guests. Whether a seated dinner for 1,300 in the Great Gallery a party in the atmospheric North and South Vaults or a celebration in the cobbled Quayside courtyard, join an extensive list of leading exhibition organisers, associations and blue chip brands that have hosted events at Tobacco Dock.
Exclusive offer15% off rate card for venue
hire.
Reception: 10,000Dinner: 1,300
Travel time from ExCeL London: 20 minutes
ContactVicki Coleman
Head of Sales
+44 (0) 20 7680 4001
tobaccodocklondon.com
1,000+ Guests
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Troxy
Originally opened in the 1930s as a cinema, this award winning venue has been fully restored to meet the needs of modern events, whilst retaining its historical Grade II listed art deco features. The venue boasts a permanently installed hi-spec sound and lighting system and flexible stage options. Troxy is regularly used by ExCeL London clients for exhibitor parties, awards dinners and delegate receptions.
Exclusive offer50% reduction on standard
in-house technical package.
Reception: 1,800Dinner: 1,000
Travel time from ExCeL London: 20 minutes
ContactWill Poole
Events & Compliance Manager
+44 (0) 20 7791 9854
troxy.co.uk
1,000+ Guests
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The above venues are indicative of what London has to offer but should you require further support with your off-site event planning process, please contact your ExCeL London Account Manager for additional recommendations.
*Capacities based on maximum numbers
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