The annual Westminster Venue Collection showcase last night welcomed over 100 event planners and industry professionals to Central Hall Westminster for an invaluable evening of venue finding and networking. The exclusive event saw the host venue’s latest re-developed space: ‘The Wesley Suite’, transformed into a winter wonderland where guests explored over 50 of London’s most prestigious venues.
Westminster Venue Collection’s sought-after portfolio includes fashionable townhouses, private members’ clubs, luxury hotels, iconic attractions and historic institutes, offering organisers an extensive range of options for corporate and private events. Having launched its re-developed website in March 2025, with advanced features simplifying venue search, shortlisting and enquiries, the showcase further supports planners in their research with venue discovery and matchmaking.
On arrival, guests were welcomed into Central Hall’s brand-new space in which Boo Productions had created a serene, enchanting world where winter came to life. Decorative elements including a frosted twig entrance arch, a beautiful table centre display and cascading chandelier feature, set the tone for a magical experience. The stage featured a bespoke Arctic theme, with a custom-made lectern inspired by frozen landscapes, while a scenic landscape backdrop framed the presentation area. A white winter sleigh photo opportunity provided a memorable moment throughout the evening.
While meeting the collection’s member venues and exploring the history, heritage and versatility the City of Westminster offers as a destination for hosting world-class events, attendees enjoyed a delicious selection of canapés and bowl food from Central Hall’s in-house catering partner, Green & Fortune. Highlights from their new, sustainably-sourced menu collection launching in January, included Aged Corney side Beef tartare with egg yolk emulsion and Slow cooked beef cheek, Peela pilau rice, saffron yogurt, white onion salad – both featuring beef from Green & Fortune’s own farm. Cauliflower salad with chilled puree, smoked Applewood panko, golden raisin and shallot vinaigrette, and Avocado cream, blackened chalk stream trout with foraged confetti and burnt lemon honey were other popular dishes.
The evening also featured games and entertainment from Clownfish Events, which were tailored to the event theme and designed to engage the guests with fun interactive elements. The host venue’s in-house AV partner, White Light, ensured seamless technical delivery, with installed lighting, video and audio to enhance the space. Exciting prizes donated by the members, including luxury afternoon tea experiences, an overnight stay at The Guardsman Hotel and Tate Britain exhibition tickets were won by lucky guests.
Westminster Venue Collection Chair Barbara Wutte says: “Every year, our guests remind us how important our annual showcase is for giving them unrivalled access to such a diverse selection of venues under one roof. This year’s White Winter Wonderland theme perfectly demonstrated the creative possibilities available within our ever-growing portfolio. We were thrilled to host this year’s event in Westminster’s newest space, giving guests a first look at ‘The Wesley Suite’, as well as the opportunity to simplify their venue finding and meet their event needs by connecting with all our members in one fantastic night.”
The Westminster Venue Collection 2025 Showcase was kindly supported by partners Central Hall Westminster, Green & Fortune, White Light, Boo Productions, Clownfish Events, Hire It and Andrew Lunn Photography.
To learn more about Westminster Venue Collection or to enquire about membership, please visit https://www.venues-london.co.uk/
