We were delighted to recently host our Westminster Venue Collection annual showcase event for 2024.
Over 100 event professionals joined us for ‘Meet me in Westminster’ – an exclusive evening of networking, decadent catering and unique entertainment – held at the magnificent RSA House. And of course, a rare opportunity for event planners from a range of industries to discover more about 54 leading Central London venues, all in one unforgettable night.
Since 2023, our prestigious portfolio of member venues has more than doubled. From fashionable townhouses, private members’ clubs and luxury hotels to iconic attractions and historic institutes, the Collection represents Westminster’s rich heritage, diversity and versatility as a world-class destination for events.
Every year, the showcase highlights the extensive choice Westminster has to offer for corporate and private events, including weddings, conferences, meetings, gala dinners, Christmas parties, team building, filming, launches and exhibitions. Guests can explore hidden gems, cultural icons, architectural marvels and blank-canvases – with every venue offering something truly unique for hosting incredible events.
Read on to find out more about what happened on the night and what our guests had to say about the experience.
“The event was excellent and saves so much time getting to know the venues and the people who can help with different types of events.”
This year, we welcomed event planners from companies including Pfizer, Goldman Sachs, University College London, Government Office for Science, Ove Arup & Partners Ltd and Shard Financial Media. RSA House was buzzing as guests immersed themselves in all that the Collection, and Westminster, has to offer for corporate and private events, and discussed their bespoke requirements.
For our newest members, the Emmanuel Centre, 1 Wimpole Street and Six Park Place (at the Royal Over-Seas League), this year was their first opportunity to learn why our showcase has become a not-to-be-missed annual event!
Courtesy of RSA House’s on-site caterers, Company of Cooks, guests enjoyed a delicious selection of canapés and bowl food, with menu highlights including Braised beef chimichurri and Potato gnocchi ‘Arrabiata’.
Roving entertainment, provided by Judge The Poet, invited guests to choose any three words at random, to be performed as a spontaneous, rhyming poem. No matter how obscure the word choice, Judge met the challenge every time, with hilarious results!
“Thank you to you and the rest of the team for last night’s event – there were an excellent array of venues that I really enjoyed speaking to.”
The evening also included a raffle of prizes generously donated by our members. Lucky guests were thrilled to receive an array of fantastic prizes:
“I really enjoyed myself, made some fantastic connections and gathered so much useful information about the different venue spaces.”
RSA House – a historic Georgian townhouse that seamlessly combines original period architecture with contemporary design and technology. With 12 rooms 
available to hire, all offering varying capacities and configurations, RSA House is a versatile and stunning choice of venue for weddings, corporate and private events.
Company of Cooks – for over 25 years, Company of Cooks have been working as a trusted catering partner in many of the UK’s most cherished venues. In keeping with their values, of craft, creativity and community, they shape unique food and drink experiences and create lasting memories.
Andrew Lunn Photography – Andrew is a renowned commercial photographer based in central London. Specialising in live events, portraits and headshots; he helps businesses of all sizes harness the power of visual storytelling to bring their brands to life.
Judge The Poet – Judge is a truly unique entertainer, captivating audiences all over the world with his extraordinary spontaneous poetry. Here in the UK, he has performed at Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, Kensington Palace, Wembley Stadium and Glastonbury Festival, to name a few notable venues! For corporate and private events, he offers roving, cabaret show or workshop entertainment.
Generate Media Video – creative content experts, with decades of industry experience. Generate Media work with sustainable companies to elevate their brand and drive more business through curated film, photography and social media campaigns.
Peachy Productions – a trusted event production specialist working with a broad range of clients and venues across London, Surrey, Hampshire and Sussex. Peachy Productions offer an extensive inventory of furniture, as well as cutting-edge lighting, sound, video, rigging and staging equipment, to corporate and private events of every size or scale.
“Meeting so many venues under one roof in one night is invaluable. I left with a wealth of information about the latest developments, new event spaces, refurbishments and Christmas party availability within the Collection.”
Within Westminster Venue Collection, you’ll find your perfect central London venue for events. Our portfolio includes a diverse selection of modern and traditional exhibition spaces, museums, auditoria, conference rooms and banqueting halls. Whether you’re organising a conference, meeting, launch event, gala dinner, exhibition; or planning a wedding reception or other private celebration, our shortlisting and enquiry service couldn’t be easier.
Simply send your event brief to [email protected], or search on our website to create a shortlist of spaces that are best suited to your requirements. To save you time, only venues with availability that match your brief will be in touch.
To make sure you’re the first to hear about our 2025 showcase, please register your interest.
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Read MoreThe Westminster Venue Collection’s venues range from fashionable townhouses and private members’ clubs, to luxury hotels, celebrated attractions, historic institutes and societies.
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