London's best exhibition venues for hire

This venue's illustrious past is apparent the moment you walk through the marbled foyer. The Main Hall is classic late-Victorian design with ornate arched ceilings and marble columns that form a dramatic backdrop for an upcoming showcase. A sense of grandeur comes in the form of stained glass windows and chandeliers, with space for up to 400.

Sadler's Wells may be best known as a performance venue, but it also turns its hand to hosting a number of varied events. With auditoriums available to put on a more theatrical exhibition, there are also wide, open spaces such as the Mezzanine Level where displays could easily be installed and enjoyed by up to 280 guests. 

Kensington Conference & Events Centre is one of the largest events venues in London, making it an obvious choice to consider for your next exhibition. The centre's Great Hall can accommodate up to 800, so there's plenty of space for a vast selection of displays. 

Named for the iconic city views from this venue's outdoor terrace, The Royal College of Surgeons boasts a number of offerings available for exclusive hire. Set your exhibition amongst the backdrop of The Lumley Library: home to one of the finest medical science collections in Europe. 120 guests can be accommodated amongst towering book shelves in this dramatic location.

Located on the outskirts of Richmond Park, Roehampton Venues offers this contemporary space for your upcoming exhibition. The top-floor Lime Tree Suite comes with scenic city views and its own terrace. Here, you can invite 100 guests with options for adjustable lighting, meaning you can really set the mood to best match your displays.

Europe's largest arts and conference venue seems like an obvious choice for your exhibition. With world-class facilities, fine acoustics and a selection of hireable rooms, why not combine the Conservatory with the plant-filled Garden Room for a larger space? The Barbican events team are pros when it comes to curating exhibitions, so you know you're in safe hands. 

Home to the British Academy, this charming St James' property offers a range of rather grand event spaces. Period features contrast with abstract art and up-to-date tech ready for your exhibition needs. The Wolfson Room and Gallery is the ideal spot for 200 guests and allows for something more intimate but equally extravagant. 

Located right in the heart of the City of London, this Grade-I listed building retains much of its 18th century charm, which definitely lends a unique air to an exhibition. The Hall is the largest room on-site and can accommodate 400, but alternative options are available if you want something more intimate.