Unusual Venues

London’s best unusual venues

Looking for a venue with a twist? London is full of extraordinary spaces that turn any event into a standout experience, from historic landmarks and industrial warehouses to quirky galleries, rooftop hideaways, themed spaces and one-of-a-kind locations guaranteed to impress your guests.

At Best Venues London, we specialise in sourcing unique and unconventional venues that bring creativity, character and impact to any occasion. Whether you’re planning a product launch, a private party, a corporate gathering or an immersive experience, we’ll help you find a space that stands out.

Why Choose Us?

  • Access to a diverse collection of quirky, alternative and one-of-a-kind venues

  • Free, fast and impartial venue-finding service

  • Options for conferences, dinners, parties, exhibitions and experiential events

  • Venues with flexible layouts, bespoke theming and memorable backdrops

  • Expert support throughout — from your initial brief to organising site visits

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“What a fantastic selection of unusual venues! I was looking for a venue for a brainstorming session at very short notice and Best Venues London provided me with a number of excellent options all within the space of an hour. Great service and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a venue for any kind of event!” (Lucy Allen, ITR)

 

A selection of some of our Unusual London Venues

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Bounce Ping-Pong Bar And Restaurant London

Bounce Ping-Pong Bar And Restaurant London

Quickly establishing itself as a sought after venue for events, Bounce London is perfect for private dining, parties, receptions, launches, celebrations, conferences, meetings as well as cocktail parties.

The Institute for Contemporary Arts - the ICA

The Institute for Contemporary Arts – the ICA

The Institute for Contemporary Arts The Institute for Contemporary Arts also known as The ICA boasts a variety of spaces ranging from grand reception rooms to vintage cinemas. The impressive Nash and Brandon Rooms have remarkable…

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Lancaster House

Lancaster House Central London Lancaster House is a historical venue for hire in Central London. Situated close to Buckingham Palace, it was commissioned in 1825 by the ‘grand old’ Duke of York, and was a…

eltham palace unique events venue hire in south east london

Eltham Palace

Eltham Palace is one of London’s most extraordinary and distinctive venues. Originally a favoured medieval palace and later a royal Tudor residence, it was reinvented in the 1930s by the visionary millionaires Stephen and Virginia…

St James Garden

Able to host up to 200 guest in one session, St James Garden is perfect for functions, launches, parties, receptions, wedding dinners and outdoor events.

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Cecil Sharp House

Cecil Sharp House A prestigious, historical and renowned venue, hosting any event at Cecil Sharp House never disappoints! From cabarets to conferences, its spacious rooms and professional staff make it an attractive option for anything…

The Signal

The Signal Pub & Bar The Signal Pub & Bar is a family friendly venue for hire. Located in the center of Forest Hill, the venue exudes a warm welcome to each person, a reflection…

East Wintergarden

East Wintergarden

The East Wintergarden has a light and elegant atmosphere perfect for exhibitions, cocktail parties, product launches and receptions.

Serpentine Gallery

With spacious rooms, beautiful interior’s and hi-tech facilities, Serpentine Gallery is the perfect location to host parties, events, receptions, exhibitions and functions in Central London.

Clapham Picturehouse

Clapham Picturehouse

From conferences to functions. Private screening to meetings, Clapham Picturehouse is perfect for each and every occasion.

The Arch Collective Events Space

The venue is situated in Bermondsey, South East London and only a short walk from South Bermondsey tube ( jubilee line ) and Surrey Quays ( East London Line) and the overground station (from London Bridge) is a 10 minutes walk.

Shaka Zulu Bar And Restaurant - Best Venues London

Shaka Zulu

With several semi-private areas, a fully equipped green room for performing artists and a state-of-the-art Martin Audio sound system to create the perfect party, Shaka Zulu has played host to numerous events, gala affairs, dinners, receptions and parties.

Art Gallery Venue - Frameless - Best Venues London

Frameless

Art Gallery Venue Frameless is not your average art gallery venue rather, it is redefining how we see and perceive art. Situated in Marble Arch, it is UK’s largest permanent multisensory experience in the UK….

Bishopsgate Institute – Flexible Venue In London

Hire flexible, large venue for meetings, functions, conferences and events in Bishopsgate London

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The Nave

Licensed Venue For Education, Arts & Meetings The Nave is a licensed, education, arts and performance space which sits on the border of Hackney and Islington boroughs in London. With great location, superb acoustics and…