Conventions and Congresses

Nestled in the heart of iconic Westminster, two venues next door to each other have joined forces to offer one of the largest spaces in central London for association events.

The Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre (QEIICC) and Central Hall Westminster (CHW) now provide the ideal solution for large events. With a capacity of 2,160 people, state-of-the-art facilities and a multitude of accommodation choices nearby, this combined venue has all you need to create an unforgettable and successful event.

Easy Access

Westminster and St James’s Park tube stations are within a few minutes walk – ideal if you’re travelling by Tube or Heathrow Express train from Heathrow Airport, or Eurostar train from St Pancras International. Victoria station is just 1km away and has regular connections to Gatwick Airport with a train journey time of 30 minutes.

Accommodation Options

There are plenty of choices available for groups. From City Inn Westminster to the 342-bedroom Crowne Plaza St James, Park Plaza County Hall, and the 1,021-bedroom Park Plaza Westminster Bridge (from April 2010). Other options include Royal Horseguards Hotel, the NH Jolly St Ermins Hotel, and the Premier Inn London County Hall for smaller budgets. Accommodation services are provided by The Corporate Team. Click here to contact The Corporate Team.

Cutting-edge Technology

With state-of-the-art facilities, the recently refurbished CHW and the award-winning QEIICC are at the cutting-edge of technology. Internet access and wireless connection throughout both venues, video and online conference facilities and coordinated technical support means you can be assured your event will be technologically sound.

View an event scenario showing how these two venues can work together perfectly.

Entertainment Opportunities

CHW and The QEIICC are in the shadow of the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and the London Eye – making the choices for entertainment endless. With the Thames only and short walk away, your delegates will be able to enjoy the sheer range of attractions, dine on the river, and enjoy the many other inspiring options London has to offer.

Tradition and Modernity

With 36 combined breakout rooms and a total exhibition space of over 3,000m2, the possibilities are endless. Why not start the day with a plenary session amongst the Edwardian architecture of the Great Hall and, enjoy lunch with panoramic view of London and later enjoy a gala dinner in the purpose-built QEIICC, mixing the best of both tradition and modernity.

Post-conference Activities

In addition to the many cultural attractions available a stone’s throw away, such as professional Blue Badge guide tours, world-renowned museums and galleries, and exciting theatre shows, CHW offers free guided tours if its historic building. Home to a concert hall, art gallery and a Methodist church, this is an excellent way to mix business with pleasure.

For more information on the facilities offered at these two next door venues, please call Sue Etherington on 020 7798 4060 or make an enquiry online.

Tax Free Events at The QEIICC

Would you like to reduce the cost of your event at The QEIICC? If your company is based outside of the UK, you may be entitled to reclaim 17.5% tax from your event expenses?

Overseas Companies visiting the UK on business can reclaim the tax from their events. However, 80% of companies fail to reclaim the tax due to the time and hassle involved.

The QEIICC have identified an easy tax solution for International Clients. The QEIICC, in partnership with Visit London has teamed up with Tax Back International – a tax reclaim agent that specialises in international tax recovery.

All you have to do is register, send your invoices and Tax Back International will do the rest. If there is no refund, no fee applies. A processing fee is only deducted on secured refunds.

For more information please contact the Sales Team on 020 7798 4426 or visit www.visitlondonrefund.com/qeiicc

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