Award-winning, sustainable events venue in Central London

A large, historic brick building with tall windows and colorful banners along the facade, located on a city street with people walking by and trees in the foreground.

Award-winning, sustainable venue in Central London
– with a Cafe, Bookshop and Library

Aerial view of a courtyard café with people sitting at tables under umbrellas, a central stone fountain, and bicycles parked along the wall.

Award-winning, sustainable venue in Central London
– with a Cafe, Bookshop and Library

A modern conference room with a large screen displaying Friends House, a flip chart, green chairs, and a meeting table set with water bottles, glasses, and notepads.

Award-winning, sustainable venue in Central London
– with a Cafe, Bookshop and Library

A chess tournament takes place in a large, well-lit hall. Spectators fill seats on multiple levels, watching players compete at several boards while cameras and screens display the action.

Award-winning, sustainable venue in Central London
– with a Cafe, Bookshop and Library

An overhead view of colorful salads and vegetable dishes in bowls on a wooden table, centered around a large bowl of roasted vegetables garnished with herbs.

Award-winning, sustainable venue in Central London
– with a Cafe, Bookshop and Library

A large lecture hall filled with people seated in rows, watching speakers at a podium on stage. A presentation is projected onto a screen at the front of the room.

Award-winning, sustainable venue in Central London
– with a Cafe, Bookshop and Library

Hire Our Spaces

Our sustainable conference and events venue has 35 flexible meeting rooms and event spaces, from intimate boardrooms to our 900-seat auditorium.

Every space comes with natural daylight, built-in AV equipment and high-speed Wi-Fi as standard. We offer freshly-made, seasonal, organic catering with our ethical catering partner. The venue is powered by renewable energy and has a zero waste to landfill policy.

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Seed Café

Our vegan & vegetarian cafe is open 8.30am-4.30pm, Monday to Friday, offering a delicious and ethical food & drink selection in a welcoming space.

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Quaker Bookshop

Our bookshop stocks a wide range of books on ethical living, activism, world religions, peace, sustainability, and other related topics, including a sizeable children’s section.

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Events

We regularly host our own events, such as talks and readings in our Bookshop or Library, or concerts in The Light. (For any other events, please check directly with the organiser).

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Library & Collections

Open to all – by appointment – and free to use, our historic Library holds books, journals, manuscripts and visual resources, as well as the archives of Quakers in Britain.

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With Us, Events Don’t Cost The Earth.

Here is how your event helps us contribute to Quaker work

Sustainability Enquire Now

Booking with us, means you are booking a venue that is committed to Quaker values like peace, justice, equality, and sustainability.

No matter the event, each event supports our mission to foster a sustainable, greener community.

Income from your event helps maintain our building, ensures fair staff pay, and supports ethical suppliers.

Profits generated aids the charity of Quakers in Britain lead actions in the UK and abroad.

Trees Planted since 2022

Delegates in 2024

Events in 2024

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Gift Aided from Friends House to the charity of Quakers in Britain since 2007

Don’t Just Take Our Word for It

Trusted by universities, charities, and London organisations that care about more than just a room.

Friends House also provides excellent service for meetings and events. The team are always extremely helpful both leading up to and during. The location is also excellent, and they are very reasonably priced. It is also nice to give something back to a social enterprise rather than a big corporation.

Heidi HodgsonWILLMOTT DIXON

Best conference venue in central London. Fabulous venue, helpful and professional staff, good food, and lovely atmosphere, much appreciated by the organising team and the participants alike.

Annette HaytonUNIVERSITY OF BATH

Lovely venue with a helpful team on site for a smooth event. Catering is delicious and ethical too. AV facilities are brilliant.

Ellie BurnsMIGRANT HELP UK

Unbelievable support and attention to our event. I will always book Friends House for meetings in London. Highly recommended.

Christina HughesWOMEN SPACE

The entire team were incredibly helpful throughout the process from start to finish. Everything was appropriately and considerately catered for, and we would definitely look to hold future events with them.

Sharon BettsUNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON (UCL)

The service was great from the welcome arrival and throughout the day. The room was perfect. The food was nice, and teas and coffees were available all day. We will definitely use this venue again.

Jan OliverCHOICE SUPPORT

I recommend Friends House to anyone who is looking for a central location for an event or meeting. It’s so welcoming, a really calming space, everything is clean and fresh, and the staff are so helpful. As well as the rates being excellent for central London!

Jenny MonkhouseCanterbury Christ Church University

The team were really helpful when booking in the event, and patient when we made last-minute changes.

PhoebeThe Association of Independent Festivals (AIF)

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Sustainability & CSR

We are committed to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. We aim to reduce our impact on the environment and promote an inclusive workplace and society.

Information & News

Visit our blog for the latest news, updates, and expert tips to help you plan memorable events. Stay informed and get practical advice for making your event a success.

Awards & Accreditations

Learn about the recognitions we’ve received for our exceptional service, sustainability efforts, and commitment to social responsibility, setting us apart in the events industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled the most commonly asked questions from organisers and delegates to help you plan your visit to Friends House with confidence.

What makes Friends House unique?

Friends’ house is more than an events venue, we are a space shaped by our Quaker heritage with a genuine commitment to values-led hospitality. We combine 35 versatile meeting and event spaces, capacity for up to 900 delegates and state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment included as standard, with a calm, purposeful environment that many find refreshing in central London. We also offer something rare for a central London venue: our own courtyard, providing a peaceful outdoor space for delegates to step away and recharge.

Who is Friends House best suited for?

Friends House is primarily suited to organisers hosting conferences, meetings, and events, looking for a central, accessible and sustainable venue. We host hundreds of conferences and meetings each year for charities, professional bodies, public sector organisations and purpose-driven businesses. Many organisations choose Friends House because we combine professional facilities with a calm, values-led environment shaped by our Quaker heritage and commitment to sustainability.

Are catering and refreshments available?

Yes, Friends House provides in-house catering for meetings and conferences through our trusted partner, Thomas Franks. We provide All-Day Catering Packages designed to suit corporate event catering in London, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices.

Can Friends House accommodate hybrid and multi-day corporate events?

Friends House is equipped to support hybrid and multi-day corporate events in Central London. Larger spaces, including The Light auditorium, can host in-person and remote audiences with integrated AV and reliable connectivity. For multi-day events, we provide consistent room setups, breakout spaces and in-house catering.

Where in London is Friends House located?

You’ll find Friends House at 173-177 Euston Road, London NW1 2BJ, directly opposite Euston Station and within a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross St Pancras.
Euston Station provides national rail connections, while King’s Cross is a major hub served by six London Underground lines and Eurostar services. Heathrow, Gatwick and Luton airports are easily accessible via public transport, making it exceptionally convenient for UK-wide and international delegates.

What type of event spaces are available at Friends House?

At Friends House, we offer 35 flexible spaces, from small meeting rooms to large conference facilities. The Light Auditorium, the largest event space in the Euston and King’s Cross area, seats up to 900 delegates. Medium event rooms are ideal for workshops and training sessions, while our intimate event spaces work well for board meetings and breakouts. work well for board meetings and breakouts.

How do you make events more sustainable?

Friends House holds ECOsmart Platinum and Green Meetings Gold accreditations. The building runs on 100% renewable electricity and gas and follows responsible waste and procurement practices. Sustainability is integrated into day-to-day operations, allowing organisations to host eco-friendly meetings in Central London with confidence.

What is included in corporate venue hire at Friends House?

Corporate venue hire at Friends House includes room setup, integrated AV equipment and high-speed Wi-Fi as standard. Every room is equipped with a projector or large screen, a PA system and microphones in larger rooms. Our dedicated events team and on-site technicians are available to support event day logistics. Catering options and Day Delegate Rate packages can also be arranged.

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Before You Leave

Hire Our Spaces

Seed Café

Quaker Bookshop

Events

Library & Collections

With Us, Events Don’t Cost The Earth.

Don’t Just Take Our Word for It

Sustainability & CSR

Information & News

Awards & Accreditations

Frequently Asked Questions