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The Central

Conference Centre

#91 of 1756 Conference venues in London
#44 of 692 Banqueting Hall venues in Central London
  5 reviews  – 
42 Hallam Street, London, W1W 6NW –
Great Portland Street Station (0.2 mi)
From £110
per person
Up to 180
seats
Up to 180
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Steven Leof
Your Personal Event Manager from The Central
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Response time: Within 2 hours
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Excellent communication - 4.7/5
3 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.7. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Located in London's West End, The Central is a well-equipped venue featuring projectors, whiteboards, and flipcharts. Ideal for meetings and conferences, it’s praised for five-star service and attention to detail.

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

Spaces for hire at The Central

The Main Hall at The Central

The Main Hall
Hall
·
Private space
180 seats
180 standing
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...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
from £110 per person
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The Atrium at The Central

The Atrium
Event Space
·
Private space
72 seats
180 standing
Whether you’re planning a large-scale conference, a small scale meeting or a gala dinner, we offer an impressive array of versatile event spaces. We can accommodate groups from 10 to 180. Each space has been designed as a blank canvas to cater to your unique requirements. The Atrium is a stunning space with a retractable glass-roof that provides a...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
from £4200 hire fee
Enquire now
Conference Room 1 at The Central

Conference Room 1
Meeting Room
·
Private space
18 seats
Rectangular room finished in neutral tones, carpeted and fitted with recessed linear lighting that delivers even, consistent illumination for focused work. Room features: A wall-mounted flatscreen TV is paired with a whiteboard and flipchart, and an integrated PA/speaker system is installed; air conditioning provides climate control. Best for: Fo...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
from £110 per person
Enquire now
Conference Rooms 1-3 at The Central

Conference Rooms 1-3
Meeting Room
·
Private space
60 seats
60 standing
We provide a remarkable selection of adaptable event spaces, perfect for organizing a grand dinner, small-scale meeting, or large-scale conference. Groups of any size are welcome, up to 190 people. Every area has been created as a blank canvas to accommodate your particular needs. For private conversations and high-level meetings, our conference r...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
from £4200 hire fee
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
4.7

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 · The Main Hall

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
FN
Francis N.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
AS
Abby S.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
4.0
GE
Greg E.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Main Hall
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Atrium
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Rooms 1-3
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Room 1
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Tuesday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Main Hall
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Atrium
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Rooms 1-3
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Room 1
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Wednesday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Main Hall
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Atrium
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Rooms 1-3
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Room 1
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Thursday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Main Hall
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Atrium
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Rooms 1-3
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Room 1
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Friday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Main Hall
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Atrium
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Rooms 1-3
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Room 1
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Saturday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Main Hall
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Atrium
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Rooms 1-3
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Room 1
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Sunday
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Main Hall
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
The Atrium
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Rooms 1-3
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person
Conference Room 1
7:00 – 23:00
from £110 per person

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 180
standing
Up to 180
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Central

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

Discover The Central — a hidden gem nestled in the heart of The West End where the villages of Marylebone and Fitzrovia connect.

The Central is an impressive, purpose-built conference and events venue with first class facilities, food that’s a cut above and an unbeatable location. We’re an easy walk from several underground and overground stations including Oxford Circus, Great Portland Street, Regent’s Park, Baker Street and Warren Street. There are also several bus stops nearby.

Whether you’re planning a large-scale conference, a small scale meeting or a gala dinner, we offer an impressive array of versatile event spaces. We can accommodate groups from 20 to 190. Each space has been designed as a blank canvas to cater to your unique requirements.

Our dedicated events team is on hand to help you plan the perfect event, tailored to your specific needs and budget.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Central soon.

Usually booked for
Conference

Typically for 75-130 guests and costs about £12,000.

"We had a complex AV setup, and the venue recommended an excellent supplier who delivered a flawless result."

- Katie A. Jul 2025

FAQ

At The Central, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Central:

  • The Main Hall hosting 75 guests: £10944

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

The Central is located at 42 Hallam Street, in Westminster Borough, London. The nearest metro station is Great Portland Street Station.

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