A conference hall with rows of chairs, a presentation table, and recessed ceiling lighting at The Central.
A conference hall with rows of grey chairs, ceiling spotlights, and a large projection screen at The Central.
A conference hall with U-shaped tables, notepads, water pitchers, and recessed ceiling lighting at The Central.
A conference hall with round tables, white linens, a projector screen, and recessed ceiling lights at The Central.

The Main Hall at The Central

Hall in a Conference Centre
·
Private space
42 Hallam Street, London, W1W 6NW –
Great Portland Street Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 180
seats
Up to 180
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Main Hall is a Hall in The Central and its defining feature is a series of deep recessed ceiling coffers with controllable coloured lighting that shape the room's ambient tone.

Design: The Main Hall presents a neutral palette of pale walls and muted carpet, clean modern lines and an unobstructed rectangular floorplate that functions as a blank canvas for dressings and layouts.

Features: The Main Hall provides an integrated PA system and an AV-ready projection wall, plus in-room Wi‑Fi and air conditioning. The room supports flexible layouts using stackable chairs and movable furniture to create theatre, banquet or reception formats, and it benefits from natural daylight. The space is wheelchair-accessible, has accessible toilets and a step-free guest entrance; external DJs and brought-in music are permitted subject to a noise restriction.

Ideal for: Professional groups needing a neutral, adaptable room for seated presentations or standing networking receptions.

What guests say: The Main Hall is spacious and clean with a welcoming atmosphere. The Main Hall has attentive on-the-day management and an accommodating layout suited to networking.

Event offers and packages

Package per person

Our DDR includes:

- Exclusive use of the venue
- Security
- Catering as per menu chosen
- Stationery
- Flipcharts
- AV equipment which includes 3 cordless microphones
- Inbuilt projector and screen
- Lectern with inbuilt microphone
- Modular stage
- Free wifi
- Duty Manager

Prices

Monday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Per session
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Per session
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Per session
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Per session
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Per session
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Per session
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Per session
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

Standing
up to 180
Dining
up to 180
Theatre
up to 180
Boardroom
up to 50
Cabaret
up to 128
U-Shaped
up to 44
Classroom
up to 82

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed Catering must be booked through the venue
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
Alcohol licence until 23:00
No BYO alcohol allowed You can’t bring your own alcohol, drinks must be bought through the venue

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction after 22:30

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
No wedding licence Venue is not licensed to host wedding ceremonies
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

- All food and beverages are provided by the in-house catering team; outside food and drink are not permitted.
- We maintain a smoke-free venue for everyone's comfort and well-being.
- A complete list of guest names is required 48 hours prior to your event.

Cancellation policy: Custom

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(5 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
KA
Katie A.
Verified review
Conference · 120 guests · June 2025
Review from event hire on 25th June 2025: As an Office Manager with over 10 years of experience hiring venues across Central London, I can confidently say this was by far the best venue I’ve worked with. The space was exceptionally well-equipped for hosting events, with every detail thoughtfully considered — including all the extras that make a real difference. The service was truly five-star from start to finish. Diane was highly professional and accommodating, while Dan went above and beyond to support us throughout the event. The catering team delivered outstanding service, and the chef’s food was exceptional. The cleaning and maintenance staff kept the venue immaculate at all times. We had a complex AV setup, and the venue recommended an excellent supplier who delivered a flawless result. The on-site security team was equally impressive — professional, approachable, and ensured everything ran smoothly and safely throughout the day. We will absolutely be using this venue again and will be recommending it to others without hesitation.
5.0
GC
Gianluca C.
Verified review
Conference · 150 guests · November 2024
5.0
FN
Francis N.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
AS
Abby S.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
4.0

About The Central

The Central is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Other spaces and event packages at this venue

The Atrium at
from £4200
hire fee / per session
Event Space in a Conference Centre
Private space
72
180
The Atrium
Conference Room 1 at
from £110
per person / per session
Meeting Room in a Conference Centre
Private space
18
Conference Room 1
Conference Rooms 1-3 at
from £4200
hire fee / per session
Meeting Room in a Conference Centre
Private space
60
60
Conference Rooms 1-3

Location

Location map

Meet your host

Diane MacLennan
Member of Tagvenue since July 2024
5 Reviews
5 Rating
2h Response time
100% Response rate

Contact venue managers directly on Tagvenue. Keep all event communication on the platform for a secure, seamless booking.

UK > London > Central London > Westminster Borough > The Central > The Main Hall

Similar spaces

Cowdray Hall & Council Room
from £3525
hire fee / per day
Hall in a Conference Centre
Private space
180
200
20 Cavendish Square
(31)
Oxford Circus Station
Marylebone, London
The Den
from £1500
minimum spend / per session
Training Room in a Meeting Centre
Private space
160
160
Wallacespace Clerkenwell Green
(45)
Farringdon Station
Clerkenwell, London
Whole Venue
from £6240
hire fee / per day
Conference Centre
Whole venue
200
200
Eventspace at Salisbury House
(28)
Moorgate Station
Bank, London
Brunel Room
from £1020
hire fee / per evening
Function Room in a Conference Centre
Private space
100
150
One Great George Street
(23)
Westminster Station
Charing Cross, London
The Great Hall and Court Room
from £1500
hire fee / per day
Hall in an Event Venue
Whole venue
160
160
Farmers and Fletchers in the City
(11)
Barbican Station
Farringdon, London
Conferences in the Ballroom
from £1900
hire fee / per morning
Ballroom in an Event Venue
Private space
170
200
The Trampery Venues
(32)
Old Street Station
Hoxton, London
Whole lower ground floor
from £4500
hire fee / per day
Event Space in a Meeting Centre
Private space
200
200
Storey Club Paddington
(7)
Royal Oak Station
Westminster Borough, London
The Victorian Loft+The Chalet
from £300
hire fee / per hour
Hall in an Event Venue
Private space
200
210
Lumiere London Old Street
(42)
Old Street Station
Hoxton, London
Seminar Suites
from £1517
hire fee / per evening
Auditorium / Conference Room in a Conference Centre
Private space
200
Building Centre
(8)
Goodge Street Station
Fitzrovia, London
Maynard Theatre
from £2000
hire fee / per day
Auditorium / Conference Room in an Event Venue
Private space
140
150
No.11 Cavendish Square
(38)
Oxford Circus Station
Marylebone, London