Hellenic Centre

Event Venue

#9 of 590 Function Room venues in Westminster Borough
#2 of 977 Gallery venues in London
  34 reviews  – 
16-18 Paddington Street, London, W1U 5AS –
Baker Street Station (0.2 mi)
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Venue overview

Cultural venue in Marylebone, blending historic charm with elegant spaces like the Great Hall and smaller rooms for diverse events. Ideal for weddings, parties, and bespoke celebrations with music and dancing.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Hellenic Centre

Great Hall
Hall
·
Private space
190 seats
250 standing
At the core of this venue is the Great Hall, a breath-taking and adaptable blank canvas space that can be tailored to suit any brand or theme. Boasting a mezzanine balcony and the option for exclusive bar hire, this versatile venue is perfect for large-scale events like award dinners, high-profile press events, and fashion shows—most recently, Kiko...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Play your own music

Boardroom
Boardroom
·
Private space
50 seats
This elegant meeting room on the first floor is flooded with natural daylight, thanks to its large, soundproof windows that can be opened to let in fresh air. It’s the perfect setting for meetings, conferences, training sessions, and lectures, and also serves as an ideal breakout space for larger events held in the Great Hall. AV equipment is avai...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music

Friends Room
Function Room
·
Private space
80 seats
100 standing
Friends Room is a Function Room in the Hellenic Centre that provides a compact, adaptable interior focused on practical meetings and presentations. Design: The room shows a restrained, functional aesthetic with pale painted walls and herringbone parquet flooring. The high ceiling and modest cornice preserve a clear, uncluttered visual scale. Feat...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music

Library
Library
·
Private space
25 seats
The Library is a private Library within the Hellenic Centre characterised by floor-to-ceiling bookcases that form a study-like backdrop. Design: The room presents a traditional institutional interior with a carpeted floor, neutral painted walls and a suspended fluorescent ceiling. The layout is rectangular and centred on a long table surrounded by...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Play your own music

Map Room
Meeting Room
·
Private space
4 seats
Accommodating a maximum of four people this intimate meeting room on the third floor, has a window for natural daylight and fresh air. An ideal space for small meetings, interviews, mediation and training sessions or as a syndicate room. Lift access is available to the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor is accessible by one flight of stairs.

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Flipchart

Print Room
Meeting Room
·
Private space
12 seats
A narrow rectangular meeting room beneath a shallow pitched roof, finished with plain white walls and carpeted flooring and illuminated by daylight from a dormer window. Room features: A ceiling-mounted projector complements a wall-mounted whiteboard and a freestanding flipchart, and conference-call equipment allows remote participation. Best for...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flipchart
Conference call facilities

Glass Room
Meeting Room
·
Private space
12 seats
Located on the third floor, the Glass Room features a bright, neutral design with large windows that let in plenty of natural light and can be opened for ventilation. It’s suited for small meetings, training sessions, or group work. While there is lift access to the second floor, reaching the third floor requires using a flight of stairs.

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flipchart
Conference call facilities

Reviews and ratings

4.9
2 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
12 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
4.9
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.9
Value for money
4.9
Catering
4.6
Communication
4.9
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
JF
Jane F.
Verified review
Function Room · 14 guests · May 2026 · Boardroom
airy bright room. It worked well
4.4
AR
Anna R.
Verified review
Event Space · 200 guests · April 2026 · Great Hall
The whole space was lovely, the acoustics were really good, the lightning and Kay was magnificent and so great to work with!
5.0
MK
Manseok K.
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 4 guests · June 2025 · Map Room
The location is unbeatable — right near Marylebone, which makes it incredibly convenient for all team members to gather in the heart of London. The building itself is elegant and full of historic charm, adding character and atmosphere to the production. There's a lift inside, which makes transporting equipment easy and smooth. The front reception area is welcoming, and the staff were exceptionally kind and helpful, which made the space feel safe and professionally managed.
The room is slightly on the smaller side, but it didn’t significantly affect our setup or workflow.
4.8
AK
Andreas K.
Verified review
Event Space · 70 guests · March 2025 · Great Hall
This venue is amazing! It has lots of natural sunlight, high ceilings, and feels very bright and welcoming. It's truly a special place in London. The service was wonderful. Kay always answered emails quickly and was very helpful. John, the caretaker, went above and beyond to help us set up and clean afterward. He made everything easy. The security guard was friendly and welcoming, which made our guests feel comfortable and happy. The catering company was also excellent. The food tasted great, and they helped us with both setup and cleanup. I would definitely recommend this venue and would love to book it again!
everything was perfect!
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:00 – 22:30
from £96–£3308 hire fee
Great Hall
9:00 – 22:30
from £1668–£2862 hire fee
Friends Room
8:00 – 18:00
from £936–£1500 hire fee
Boardroom
8:00 – 22:30
from £330–£3308 hire fee
Library
9:00 – 17:30
from £318–£558 hire fee
Glass Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Print Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Map Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £96–£162 hire fee
Tuesday
8:00 – 22:30
from £96–£3308 hire fee
Great Hall
9:00 – 22:30
from £1668–£2862 hire fee
Friends Room
8:00 – 18:00
from £936–£1500 hire fee
Boardroom
8:00 – 22:30
from £330–£3308 hire fee
Library
9:00 – 17:30
from £318–£558 hire fee
Glass Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Print Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Map Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £96–£162 hire fee
Wednesday
8:00 – 22:30
from £96–£3308 hire fee
Great Hall
9:00 – 22:30
from £1668–£2862 hire fee
Friends Room
8:00 – 18:00
from £936–£1500 hire fee
Boardroom
8:00 – 22:30
from £330–£3308 hire fee
Library
9:00 – 17:30
from £318–£558 hire fee
Glass Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Print Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Map Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £96–£162 hire fee
Thursday
8:00 – 22:30
from £96–£3308 hire fee
Great Hall
9:00 – 22:30
from £1668–£2862 hire fee
Friends Room
8:00 – 18:00
from £936–£1500 hire fee
Boardroom
8:00 – 22:30
from £330–£3308 hire fee
Library
9:00 – 17:30
from £318–£558 hire fee
Glass Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Print Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Map Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £96–£162 hire fee
Friday
8:00 – 22:30
from £96–£3308 hire fee
Great Hall
9:00 – 22:30
from £1668–£2862 hire fee
Friends Room
8:00 – 18:00
from £936–£1500 hire fee
Boardroom
8:00 – 22:30
from £330–£3308 hire fee
Library
9:00 – 17:30
from £318–£558 hire fee
Glass Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Print Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £216–£366 hire fee
Map Room
9:00 – 17:30
from £96–£162 hire fee
Saturday
8:00 – 23:00
from £1560–£2862 hire fee
Great Hall
9:00 – 22:30
from £1668–£2862 hire fee
Friends Room
8:00 – 23:00
from £1560–£2040 hire fee
Boardroom
8:00 – 17:00
from £1560 hire fee per day
Sunday
8:00 – 23:00
from £1560–£2862 hire fee
Great Hall
9:00 – 22:30
from £1668–£2862 hire fee
Friends Room
8:00 – 23:00
from £1560–£2040 hire fee
Boardroom
8:00 – 17:00
from £1560 hire fee per day

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 250
standing
Up to 190
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Hellenic Centre

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

Hellenic Centre is a cultural centre that celebrates Hellenic arts and community life and operates as a hireable venue within a historic building.

Venue highlights: Integrated AV rigging and projection are available across the hireable halls, supporting immersive visuals and staged presentations. In-house catering offers halal options alongside extensive vegan and gluten-free menus to cover dietary needs. A passenger lift serves all floors to ease movement of people and equipment.

Best for: Weddings, exhibitions and corporate product launches

Location: Marylebone combines independent shops and restaurants with nearby cultural institutions, providing guests with plentiful options for pre- or post-event dining and entertainment.

What guests say: The event team are friendly and attentive during private hires. The venue's hospitality and event coordination support smooth-running ceremonies and receptions.

Usually booked for
Photo Shoot

Typically for 15-60 guests and costs about £150.


"The building itself is elegant and full of historic charm, adding character and atmosphere to the production."

- Manseok K. Jun 2025

FAQ

Yes, exclusive hire packages allow you to use an HC Preferred Caterer or an external caterer of your choice.

Yes. Alcohol may be served until 23:00, followed by a 20-minute drinking-up period before guests depart.

Yes, but information is required about the number and ages of the children. Event organisers must provide a risk assessment and ensure the safety of all children.

Yes, the venue has free WiFi throughout with high upload/download speeds.

No, cutlery, crockery and glassware are not provided.

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

At Hellenic Centre, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Hellenic Centre:

  • Great Hall hosting 60 guests: £4035.04
  • Boardroom hosting 20 guests: £1488
  • Friends Room hosting 50 guests: £2618
  • Map Room hosting 3 guests: £146.08
  • Library hosting 5 guests: £363.52

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Hellenic Centre is located at 16-18 Paddington Street, in Marylebone, London. The nearest metro station is Baker Street Station.

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