Landmark London

Landmark London

Whitehall has long been a landmark destination in London, famed for its parliamentary buildings, offices and The Cenotaph. At the end of this year, there'll be another reason to head to Whitehall when London's very first Raffles Hotel opens its doors. Located in the Old War Office, this famous hotel group has long been the epitome of luxury and glamour, it promises to bring an oasis of calm and charm to what was the war office of Winston Churchill.

Raffles isn't the only hotel opening in and around the capital this year. From Soho to Windsor Park, there's a good number of new hotels scheduled for opening, including a 'whole life net zero' property in Chiswick and a former recording studio where the Rolling Stones made their first album.

Bush Hall

With so much history and heritage, hosting an event in a London landmark building is an exciting prospect for event organisers. Inspiring delegates with a property's back story brings an added element of interest and can turn an ordinary meeting into a memorable event. Bush Hall in White City is one such place. From a soup kitchen during WWII, bingo in the 60s, snooker in the 80s to the turn of the millennium when it returned to its music venue roots and established itself as the place to perform just before making it big! Lily Allen, Amy Winehouse, Kings of Leon, and Florence and the Machine played Bush Hall before making the step up to the Hammersmith Apollo, winning Brits or embarking on tours. It's also become the favoured joint for secret intimate fan gigs hosted by The Killers and back in the day, REM.

Evolution London

While Bush Hall excels at intimate, with a maximum capacity for 280 delegates, Evolution London boasts a main space for up to 4,000 people. This blank canvas style venue is located on the historic Grade II listed Battersea Park and is well versed in hosting award ceremonies, conferences, premiers, televised events, conferences and exhibitions.

There's almost a whole history book on Battersea Park and it's certain to entertain and engage with attendees. The former stretch of marshland on the south bank of the Thames was the backdrop to duels, including a famous pistols-at-dawn showdown between the Duke of Wellington and the Earl of Winchilsea. It hosted the first exhibition football match played under Football Association rules and during WWII, air raid shelters were installed and the park was turned over to allotments and a pig farm to support the war effort. More recently, Battersea Park has featured in films and music videos, including One Direction, Mr Bean and The Muppets!

Evolution London has the benefit of an experienced technical team to help bring an idea to life and with award-winning catering too, events evolve into an impactful production in the park.

Hilton London Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge is a permanent part of the ever-evolving London skyline. A must-see for millions of tourists, and for 40,000 Londoners, it’s a crossing of the Thames that forms part of their daily commute.

Set against the backdrop of this renowned historical landmark is Hilton London Tower Bridge. In its prime sightseeing location; it offers views over one of London's oldest bridges as well as the country's tallest edition, The Shard.

Contemporary design reigns throughout this London hotel. Stylish meeting rooms, a first-class business centre that's open 24-hours a day, and the private Executive Lounge's City Terrace, with its superb hospitality and impressive views, all add to the prestige of an event held in one of the eight elegant meeting rooms or two spacious suites.

For the event organiser looking for out-of-this-world views and a modern, plush hotel, Hilton London Tower Bridge will not disappoint.