How Small Businesses Can Benefit From Meeting Room Rentals
How Small Businesses Can Benefit From Meeting Room Rentals
Renting office space in London is a costly affair. So it makes sense for a small business to rent only what
they need to use on a regular basis. Maintaining an in-house meeting room to hold a monthly or a yearly
meeting is a waste of money and not an efficient use of space. So most businesses and start-ups prefer
to rent a well-appointed meeting room when they need to hold a big meeting, impress a client or to
celebrate a victory, etc.
London, being one of the biggest financial capitals in the world, has a vast pool of meeting rooms.
Starting from the bare essentials to breathtakingly beautiful convention centers, exhibition centers,
conference rooms and meeting halls, London has it all. You are only restricted by your imagination and
budget.
Here are some of the top meeting rooms in London when you want to impress your clients with a
fantastic setting.
1. 58VE
58VE is a brand new building that can fit 8 to 40 people in its sixth-floor meeting rooms. It is filled with
natural daylight thanks to glass walls and an open layout. The most significant advantage of this location
is the view. The meeting rooms have an exceptional view of some of the most iconic landmarks in
London and the river Thames.
58VE provides flexible spaces, plug and play AV technology and in-house caterers. The venue can be
easily accessed by the tube, the train, a bike or even by the river. Blackfriars station is three minutes
away. Thameslink, South-eastern, and Southern Railways operate from the Blackfriars station making it
easily accessible from Kent, Sussex, and Hampshire. It also provides a direct link to London, Luton, and
Gatwick Airports.
2. Vintners' Hall
Located on the Upper Thames Street, Vintners' Hall is the place to book when you want to impress your
clients with a classy location. The building was rebuilt in 1671 after the Great Fire of London, but it still
maintains most of its centuries’ old architecture. It provides a perfect backdrop for a special occasion
like a product launch. The famous Livery Hall is decorated with grand silk banners and carved oak panels
giving a sense of opulence and royalty to its guests. The building is operated by Searcys, who are also
the in-house caterers who can offer you with excellent suggestions on food and wine.
Reaching Vintners is easy as Mansion House underground station is 150 meters away and Cannon Street
station is a 3-minute walk. London Bridge mainline station is a kilometer away, making this place
reachable from multiple parts of the city.
3. Honourable Artillery Company
If you need a place that is absolutely classy and historical, you could never go wrong with the HACHonourable Artillery Company. The HAC is a beautiful Georgian house surrounded by a five-acre
garden. Located just a minutes’ walk from Moorgate, The HAC is perfect for hosting conferences,
meetings, award dinners, and any other event. Starting from the meeting room that fits 10 people, right
up to the Prince Consort Rooms that can house 400 guests at a time, the HAC can accommodate most of
your seating needs.
Moorgate is the closest tube station. Liverpool Street is the nearest mainline station and is a 10-minute
walk from the HAC. Positioned in the heart of the City of London, the HAC is the perfect choice for
businesses.
4. Glaziers Hall
Glaziers Hall is another historic location that provides contemporary luxuries to make any meeting event
a success. Their Banqueting Hall is perfect to host your AGMs, Conferences, exhibitions as well as
company dinners. River Room and the Bridge room are located over the Thames providing a spectacular
view, and it also makes an excellent spot for team dinners and receptions. The Courtroom and the
adjoining library are perfect for hosting meetings and briefings. With a total of 5 rooms and the ability to
close off the private road, this place is ideal if the meetings are sensitive in nature.
Glaziers Hall is a three-minute walk from the London Bridge Tube Station and the London Bridge Railway
Station (mainline).
What to do next?
Once you list out a few meeting rooms of your choice, figure out how many of them are within your
budget and how many fill most or all of your needs. Some of your options may not meet your budget or
needs, cross them off your list. Call or book for a viewing for the remaining options. It is always best to
visit a location by prior appointment so you can see what you get and if it meets your needs. After a
couple of visits, you will know which venue works best for you. It is crucial to verify the meeting
schedule one more time before you make a booking and an advance payment. Most of these venues will
charge a fee if you cancel or change a reservation.