Best Networking Venues for Hire in Covent Garden

Planning a networking event in Covent Garden

When you're looking for the perfect venue in Covent Garden, look no further than VenueScanner. We've compiled a list of the best venues in the area, so you don't have to spend hours searching through Google results. 

Have a look at our hand-picked selection of networking venues in Covent Garden. It includes inexpensive private rooms in pubs as well as hotels and restaurants with large spaces that are suitable for more formal events. All of them come equipped with all the modern amenities needed to host a successful networking event, from wifi and projectors to audio-visual equipment and catering services.

The goals of networking

Networking is a necessary skill in businesses. You can't make it to the top without meeting people and making connections.

However, networking isn't all about making friends. In fact, you may be better off if you don't become too close to everyone you meet. But that doesn't mean there's no value in meeting new people.

It's important to define your goals when you're planning your networking event. They should be specific and measurable so that you can actually make progress towards them. If you don't know what your goal is, then "make new contacts" or "meet new people" aren't good targets for your networking event. You want your networking event to help you meet specific goals that are valuable to you.

Make sure you do what's best for your company, so be aware that the events you choose to host might have benefits for other companies, too — if nothing else, the publicity can help get new customers into your store or website.

What to look for in a networking venue

You can schedule networking events anywhere, but there are some factors that make some spaces better than others for the purpose.

Plenty of space for attendees – You want your event to be crowded, but not too crowded. Hosting in a venue that's too small will leave people standing around with no place to sit or mingle.

Good catering options – Most venues will have a list of approved caterers they're happy to work with and offer different food packages. Some may also have their own kitchen staff on-site, so you can get a better idea of what to expect.

An easily accessible location – If the venue is in an area with limited parking or it's difficult for people to find, you risk losing attendees before the event even begins. Venues close to public transportation stops or in neighbourhoods with abundant parking are best for networking events as no guests will want to go out of their way just to get to your event.

Top 3 venues for networking in Covent Garden

Covent Garden is a great place to meet people. In fact, the area is one of London's favourite spots for business meetings and events. With all the places to choose from, it can be hard to decide where to go out in Covent Garden – so we've narrowed down our three favourite venues for networking.

The National Gallery is a top choice for an event or meeting space in Covent Garden. The Yves Saint Laurent Room, the Trafalgar Room, and the Mosaic Terrace are just a few of the rooms available to hire at The National Gallery – along with the National Gallery Cafe, which can host up to 500 people. You can even host an evening drinks reception within the gallery's breathtaking collection of artwork.

The Nags Head on James Street is another popular spot for hosting meetings and networking events in Covent Garden. The venue has both a conference room and a function room, making it ideal for smaller networking sessions.

With space for more than 100 guests, Buns&Buns is right by Covent Garden. This gives guests the opportunity to explore one of London's most iconic areas.  The venue offers an intimate setting for networking sessions. Not only that but you’ll also be able to enjoy some of the world-class dishes made by one of the expert chefs while you network. The light décor and soft lighting add to the relaxing atmosphere, making this a perfect space to host your next networking event.

Booking a venue with VenueScanner

It’s never been easier to book a venue than with VenueScanner. All you have to do is browse the options here and on similar pages you might be interested in, such as networking in King’s Cross or drinks reception venues. Whenever you see something you like, you shortlist it by using the heart icon you see in the upper right corner. That way you have all of your top picks saved in your shortlist, where you can send out all enquiries at the same time, when you’ve got a good number of options. When you compare all your responses you get a good idea of what the best option is for you when it comes to budget and setup. Easy, right?

If the time you have is non-existent we’ve got something for you too. Our concierge service for businesses can take the entire process of looking for a venue off your back completely free of charge. They can even source entertainment and catering. 

If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at hello@venuescanner.com, we’re always happy to help.