If you haven't kicked off this quarter's tactics yet, it's time to get your team out and about on an amazing away day. Whether you're looking to inspire creativity, boost team morale, or simply escape the office for a productive retreat, the city's vibrant landscape provides a backdrop like no other. With our top picks, you're sure to find the ideal spot to bring your team together!
ISH Venues
Seeking the perfect venue for your next sit-down meeting? ISH Venues offers a stunning selection of meeting rooms that not only bask in natural sunlight but also provide mesmerising views of the Park Crescent gardens, bound to impress all.
With comfortable, air-conditioned surroundings, and stylish accents including chandeliers and sash windows, it's an inspiring backdrop to talk about goals and strategies. With an array of room sizes on offer, you'll be able to break out into smaller groups or come together in a space for up to 300. This venue is also equipped with high-speed WiFi and expansive screens, making it an ideal choice for hosting hybrid away days that require seamless digital integration.
Location: Great Portland Street
Capacity: 300 theatre
Gravity Wandsworth
If you're looking for an out-of-this-world venue for your kick-off day, Gravity London is sure to help you lift off the new quarter! With its range of conference and meeting rooms featuring speedy WiFi, screens, and AV, the atmosphere is ideal for brainstorming and presentations, while with the promise of interactive activities after the hard work is done, you can ensure that your team members leave feeling inspired, connected and energised!
Just make sure you arrange the team-building activities for after the business part of the day, or you'll have your work cut out trying to bring your guests back to Earth!
Location: Wandsworth
Capacity: 140 theatre
{10-11} Carlton House Terrace
Nestled within one of London's most stylish districts, just moments from iconic landmarks like the Mall, Trafalgar Square, and St James's Park, {10-11} Carlton House Terrace stands as a beacon of sophistication for an unforgettable away day. This venue radiates historical elegance, offering a selection of majestic rooms that promise an unforgettable experience. With its glittering chandeliers, intricate plasterwork, and gleaming wooden finishes, the venue provides a lavish setting for company briefings and strategic planning.
Every detail, from the availability of an AV technician to the provision of cutting-edge equipment, ensures a seamless event for up to 125 guests in a theatre-style arrangement. Choose {10-11} Carlton House Terrace for your next away day to ensure not just a meeting, but a grand occasion that will leave a lasting impression on your team.
Location: Charing Cross
Capacity: 125 theatre; 200 standing
TOCA Social
If you're looking for an away day venue with a difference, TOCA Social's quirky surroundings are ideal for a high-octane, high-productivity team event. This unique spot is ideal for bridging the gap between corporate planning and team bonding, with interactive football-themed games designed to get your team together and kick up a competitive storm after the business part of the away day has been wrapped up!
With space for up to 700 attendees across the two floors of the venue, there's plenty of room to bring together the whole company for an update. Any of the spaces can be tailored to provide stylish conference and meeting spaces, with AV and comfortable seating on hand to get guests inspired for 'kick-off'. With delicious food and drink, colourful decor, and a winning location in the O2, your guests are sure to be fans of this top-scoring spot!
Location: O2, North Greenwich
Capacity: 700 standing
F1 Arcade
Looking to add some adrenaline into the mix on your away day? F1 Arcade is an exhilarating destination for an unforgettable away day experience, that's sure to get your guests feeling alive! Equipped with state-of-the-art screens, top-notch AV facilities, and live-streaming capabilities, this sleek and stylish venue backs up its good looks with some serious tech, making for the perfect balance of work and play.
Once the day's agenda finishes, it's time to shift gears and dive into the exhilarating world of interactive entertainment across six immersive rooms. Embrace the spirit of competition and camaraderie as your team revels in the high-octane challenges that await. Prepare for an away day that stands out in the heart of London, where F1 Arcade leads the lap in delivering an unparalleled event experience.
Location: Bank
Capacity: 90 standing
Wallacespace Clerkenwell Green
Nestled in the heart of the vibrant Clerkenwell district, Wallacespace Clerkenwell Green is an inspiring venue perfect for an invigorating away day experience. Offering a winning combination of bright and airy design, and a multitude of versatile rooms (including our favourite - Penthouse A) that cater to every aspect of your team's needs, it's an ideal spot to get teams engaged and rejuvenated for the new quarter.
From high-tech AV facilities to quirky, flexible breakout areas, there's plenty on offer to make this venue a standout choice for setting your attendees up to succeed! Plus, the in-house catering is refreshingly healthy and deliciously more-ish - believe us, we've tried it and we're raring to go back!
Location: Clerkenwell
Capacity: 160 theatre
RSA House
Known as one of the most spectacular and delightful rooms in London, RSA House is a hub for innovative thinking. This listed Georgian building's rich history at the forefront of inventions and discoveries makes it a brilliant choice for a central London away day.
In the Great Room your away day will have full access to an on-site AV technician, live streaming, and the venue's own projector and screen. And with a glass-domed roof (you're able to black out the skylight for presentations), stunning artwork, and swathes of natural daylight, guests are guaranteed to be engaged throughout - plus, you can treat the team to post-business drinks in the venue's chic underground vaults!
Capacity: 60 classrooms; 180 theatre
Location: Charing Cross
Bounce Holborn
When Bounce say that they are the home of ping pong, they aren't kidding. Situated on the very site where ping pong was invented in 1901, Bounce is a great London night out. But, did you know that it's also a fantastic place for away days?
Bounce also has all of the tech you'll need to run a smooth away day. Take advantage of their DDR packages, including surround sound and brilliant AV. This space is ideal for hybrid away days, as you can be sure that your virtual attendees won't miss out. Finished for the day? You may as well switch up the ping pong with the Jaques Room's own karaoke machine - go on, you deserve it!
Capacity: 200 theatre
Location: Holborn
The Royal Horseguards Hotel
Located near the River Thames and boasting a rich historical background, the Royal Horseguards Hotel offers an elegant setting for away days. This luxurious venue combines Victorian architecture with modern amenities, providing an inspiring environment for team-building activities and corporate meetings. With multiple versatile rooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology, it accommodates both large and small groups. The hotel’s stunning views and refined ambience make it a standout choice for an impressive and productive away day.
Capacity: 350 people
Location: Embankment
1 Wimpole Street
For a venue with your away day presentations and discussions in mind, 1 Wimpole Street is a perfect choice. With over 15 spaces and 3 state-of-the-art auditoriums, away days at 1 Wimpole Street ooze professionalism.
1 Wimpole Street's auditoriums are the ideal way to keep your colleagues comfortable and focused, due to its theatre seating and state-of-the-art technology. In these three auditoriums, both large and small, your colleagues will benefit from 4k HD projectors, on-site AV facilities, remote cameras, and surround sound - which will be ideal for making your event hybrid.
Capacity: 300 theatre
Location: Oxford Circus
Curzon Hoxton
Curzon Hoxton, nestled in London's vibrant east end, offers a modern and serene setting for team away days. This modern cinema venue boasts three luxurious screens, complete with reclining seats and side tables, making it ideal for conferences, presentations, and corporate hospitality. A bar and cafe on the ground floor cater to receptions for up to 125 people, making it a great venue for away days when the team need a coffee and snack break!
Capacity: 125 People
Location: Old Street Station
ODEON LUXE Leicester Square
Odeon Leicester Square, a landmark cinema in the heart of London’s West End, provides a unique and prestigious setting for corporate away days. This iconic venue is equipped with the latest audiovisual technology, offering a cinematic experience that enhances presentations and screenings. The luxurious seating and immersive environment ensure comfort and engagement for attendees. Hosting your away day at Odeon Leicester Square guarantees an impactful event in one of London’s most renowned locations.
Capacity: 794 Theatre
Location: Leicester Square
Whether you're looking for a blank canvas to inspire ideas, or a quirky studio to cultivate creativity, we hope that our expansive list of our 12 best London-based away day venues has the right space for you. If you've seen a venue here that you'd like to learn more about, or want to find more spaces for your day, don't hesitate to get in touch with one of our venue experts.
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