London

Introduction

With more than 1,000 unique events venues, and a culture rich in diversity, heritage and culinary delights, London offers once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

London is a truly inspirational city – it has long been heralded as the jewel in the crown of Europe’s conference destinations. For conference organisers London is an international events capital which has all the right ingredients: numerous state-of-the-art venues, an easy to use and affordable transport system and a plethora of leading entertainment and hospitality spaces.

London is a city where you can lose yourself in the history of awe-inspiring landmarks, but still remains a source of continued inspiration for artists, scientists, writers, philosophers and film makers. London is a vibrant and multicultural destination that's easy to meet in and impossible to forget.

Economic and academic specialisms

London is one of the world's leading events destinations, welcoming more than 7 million business visitors every year. The city has an excellent track record in successfully hosting some of the world’s most prestigious events, from global business conferences, cultural entertainment through to global sporting events.

With world-class conference and exhibition centres, over 2,500 hotels and meeting venues, and London’s first International Convention Centre (ICC) the event planner's choice is endless.
London has provided inspiration to some of history’s most eminent scientists, mathematicians and engineers and is still recognised as a city which produces some of the world’s most innovative business thinking.

London also has the influence as a leading city in the world economy; the UK capital is a centre for international finance, trade and a dynamic media hub. More than half of the UK's top 100 listed companies (the FTSE 100) and over 100 of Europe’s 500 largest companies are headquartered in central London.

London’s strength also lies in its world-class variety. It is well connected, cosmopolitan, cultural and cutting-edge, and is guaranteed to have something to offer every association event and delegate
More than 50 major international communities have made London their home and you can hear more than 300 different languages spoken in the city. This remarkable diversity makes London an ideal destination for every business, every event and every delegate-type.

Accommodation

From convention hotels and budget chains to great value university accommodation or trendy boutique properties, London is capable of meeting all requirements and budgets. The city currently boasts in excess of 100,000 bedrooms, as well as an additional 17,000 university beds. This portfolio is set to grow with an additional 23,000 rooms planned by 2012.

London is one of the only UK cities to also have a city-wide Accommodation Charter especially for large groups and congresses. It has been developed to simplify the process of sourcing London hotel rooms for events that require 1,000 beds or more.

Experience deluxe 5* star accommodation like The Mayfair, Morgans St Martins Lane, Wyndham Grand London Chelsea and The Grove Mansion, situated just outside of London

Unique venues for gala dinners and receptions

London takes pride in welcoming national and international delegates and with such a diversity of venues London is able to engage with any audience. There are so many spectacular event spaces for private hire including world-class museums, Royal palaces, state-of-the-art hotels and even luxurious river boats which can travel the length of the River Thames. There is something to suit all tastes and ensure that your event provides long-lasting memories.

As a platform London has all the right ingredients to make a successful event and there are a range of DMC’s and PCO’s which are able to help organise any event as well as giving you local knowledge and advice. The range of venues London has is vast and there is a plethora of spaces to choose from. This city really does have something new to offer every time you visit.