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(menu)We found 55 venues in Venues in London set by the River Thames, or with great views of the river.
With a handy location next to Blackfriars station, sweeping views across the Thames and a stack of spaces, this striking venue ticks some… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 600 | Dinner: 400 | Reception: 500
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 12
One of London’s only all-suite hotels, the gleaming five-star Wyndham Grand looks right at home in chi-chi Chelsea Harbour. Its Grand Ballroom… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 350 | Dinner: 500 | Reception: 800 | Outside: 100
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 5 | Bedrooms: 158
The much-loved EDF Energy London Eye is still as sought-after as ever for events. Soak up the experience during daylight hours (on a clear… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 0 | Dinner: 8 | Reception: 800
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 2
Serving up some of the coolest views in town, The Deck sits on the roof of the National Theatre on the South Bank. The ultra-modern function… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 100 | Dinner: 80 | Reception: 120 | Outside: 120
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 1
With views across the Thames, 45 Millbank, next door to Tate Britain, offers a Grade II-listed former Officer’s Mess for events. Up to 200… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 150 | Dinner: 160 | Reception: 200 | Outside: 150
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 5
It might sit among some of London’s most famous landmarks on the Thames but London Film Museum has a fair few icons inside its walls too… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 600 | Dinner: 350 | Reception: 1500
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 8
A familiar sight on the Thames, award-winning riverboat operator City Cruises combines an impressive sightseeing schedule with bespoke events… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 200 | Dinner: 200 | Reception: 600
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 8
With views of St Paul’s Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament, the former passenger ferry RS Hispaniola now operates as a restaurant, bar… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 130 | Dinner: 150 | Reception: 250 | Outside: 100
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 3
With a plum location on the South Bank within County Hall and close to the London Eye, Namco Funscape is a dynamic entertainment complex housing… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 90 | Dinner: 120 | Reception: 1200
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 6
Moored on the Thames by the Embankment, opposite Temple tube station, the HQS Wellington offers a memorable backdrop for corporate events… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 160 | Dinner: 130 | Reception: 220 | Outside: 250
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 5
Best known for its lunch and dinner cruises, Bateaux London’s famous dining vessels serve up fresh, seasonal food, prepared on board. Options… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 30 | Dinner: 240 | Reception: 300
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 10
This spectacular arched glass atrium in Canary Wharf soars above 682sq m of coloured marble floors. It has beechwood panelling on two walls… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 600 | Dinner: 500 | Reception: 1000
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 3
You can’t miss Greenwich Yacht Club, a contemporary building perched on stilts in the river halfway between the O2 and Thames Barrier. The… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 300 | Dinner: 250 | Reception: 500
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 4
The distinctive twin turrets of Tower Bridge might be recognised across the world, but the entertaining spaces within are something of a surprise… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 20 | Dinner: 120 | Reception: 250
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 4
One of the most glamorous cruisers on the Thames, the London Eye Barracuda has been recently acquired by Merlin Events. Having welcomed prime… more »
Maximum capacities: Meeting: 0 | Dinner: 140 | Reception: 230
Number of rooms: Function Rooms: 1
Looking for wedding reception venues that will dazzle your guests? Want to find an impressive conference venue for an important meeting? Or perhaps you are looking for meeting rooms in the city centre? If so then the list above will be able to help. Compiled by www.squaremeal.co.uk, this directory contains venues in London that offer meeting rooms, conference facilities and reception rooms. But what makes these venues so special is the fact they are all located by the River Thames or at least offer views across the famous waterway.
If you want a meeting room or conference venue that shows off the best of London, then these locations could be just what you need – they might even help you seal that deal. Similarly, those looking for wedding venues in London should find something to feed their imaginations here.
Although united by their close proximity to the River Thames, the venues listed are all very different – there are hotels, restaurants, grand historic venues, museums and party locations to suit all budgets and tastes.
Couples looking to tie the knot al fresco will also notice there a number of wedding venues listed here that have access to gardens and courtyards. They can’t guarantee the British summertime will turn up to your event, but organisers can erect marquees and temporary structures to ensure rain doesn’t stop play.