At Story, we pride ourselves in always creating seamless events for our clients in venues most suited and unique to them. For this reason, there is nothing more important to us than keeping up to date with the new openings, ensuring we present the very best venues for each brief time and time again. Keep reading to hear about the highly anticipated new venue openings in London, maybe one of these could be your next event venue!
Drumsheds: opened on the 7th October 2023
About:
- This venue is one of the largest blank-canvas indoor event spaces in London. This state-of-the-art infrastructure is set in a disused industrial warehouse in North London. As guests transition through the space, they are able to see the old lift shafts, loading bays, sprawling floors and machinery, truly showing the history of the venue. This one-of-a-kind space has never been used for events before and therefore offers unrivalled exclusivity for brands. It is the perfect venue for those looking to organise a completely unique event.
Types of events:
- Drumsheds offers a hybrid space suitable for a wide range of event types, including award dinners, conferences, brand launches, exhibitions, car shows, music performances and festivals. The capacity ranges from 150 guests on the second floor or up to 15,000 guests in the main space the X-Room, so there is truly something for every type of event.
AV:
- During certain months of the year the venue install a significant level of AV and infrastructure in the space which can be used during bespoke events. Outside of these months, the space is blank canvas, meaning any AV brought in can be completely unique and tailored to your brief.
Raffles London at the OWO: opened on 29th September 2023
About:
- Raffles London at The OWO offers the most historic of addresses for all corporate events, intimate or grand. This venue was formerly Britain’s historic Old War Office, and over the past 8 years the iconic Whitehall building has been transformed into a new destination with London’s first Raffles hotel, a collection of 9 restaurants, 3 bars, and 85 residences. This event spaces pays homage to the building’s large history, whilst providing timeless luxury to all guests.
Types of events:
- Raffles London offers spaces suitable for a range of corporate events. From dinners to conferences, and product launches to receptions, this venue is a fantastic premium option for all occasions. The capacity ranges from 40 guests for intimate dinners in Morse 1-3 and Code 1-3, to 364 guests in cabaret layout, 600 guests on banqueting rounds and 700 guests standing in the Whitehall Ballroom.
AV:
- This venue has dedicated onsite audio-visual support from their in-house team.
The 411: Opened on 15th September 2023
About:
- The 411 is a vibrant and bustling hub of creativity and energy, inspired by the transformation of New York’s Soho House district from a concrete jungle into a trendy social hangout. This venue has an American Loft feel, and is designed as a stylish bar, kitchen and hangout just a stone’s throw from Angel station. The catering is American inspired, serving comfort dishes that deliver naughty indulgence and big flavours, as well as a huge range of drink options. This venue is truly unique and perfect for those clients looking for a laid-back corporate party.
Types of events:
- The 411 is suited to awards dinners, company anniversaries or reception style events. The space has a maximum capacity of 500 standing across the full venue. The venue can also be split into four areas for semi-private hire. The Bar can hold 200 standing and 55 seated, The Lounge can hold 200 standing and 55 seated, The Diner can hold 70 standing and 54 seated, and The Pool Room can hold 50 standing or 30 seated.
AV:
- The venue offers 7 large screens/projectors, high-speed Wifi, an in-house sound system, as well as DJ equipment specifications.
The Peninsula: event spaces opening from late 2023
About:
- Ideally situated in the heart of Belgravia, with views overlooking Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch, The Peninsula London has one of the city’s most prestigious addresses. The elegant, newly built hotel, which nods to the heritage architecture surrounding it, includes eight unique event spaces, five new restaurants, 191 gorgeous bedrooms, an expansive inner courtyard with off- street access for arriving guests, as well as ample underground parking.
Types of events:
- The Peninsula London offers six meeting rooms, a 15-seat private screening room and one grand ballroom to accommodate business conferences, each with its own distinct character and functionality. Their largest space, the St. George Ballroom, can host up to 450 guests in banqueting rounds, 650 guests in theatre style or up to 1,200 for a standing reception. This space also comes with its own pre-function room. The Wellington Room and Grand Terrace Suite can both host up to 80 guests in reception style. The additional meeting rooms are perfect for small boardroom conferences, or intimate receptions.
AV:
- All spaces are soundproofed, and feature the latest audio-visual capabilities and a dedicated AV support team.
If you would like to make any of these new openings unique to you, please get in touch here to start planning your next event!
