Elevate Your Medical Event with a Private Celebration at 41 Portland Place
Medical conferences today are about more than just lectures and slides; they’re about building connections, sparking collaboration, and creating memorable experiences. One way to extend the impact of your event? Host a private reception, networking session or dinner immediately after your main conference, without leaving the venue.
At 41 Portland Place, the headquarters of the Academy of Medical Sciences, you’ll find an elegant setting where scientific insight and hospitality come together seamlessly. With private rooms, expert catering and a location in the heart of London’s medical district, it’s the ideal venue to elevate your medical event with a sophisticated celebration.
Create a seamless experience for delegates
After a day of presentations and discussion, your delegates shouldn’t have to cross town to unwind, connect, or continue the conversation. Hosting your networking reception or celebration in the same venue avoids logistical headaches and keeps the energy flowing.
41 Portland Place offers a choice of private rooms located close to the main event spaces, perfect for transforming a daytime symposium into an evening drinks reception, private dinner or informal poster session.
Private rooms designed for medical networking
From relaxed networking drinks to formal celebration dinners, our versatile spaces can be tailored to suit your format and guest list.
Choose from several characterful rooms ideal for gatherings of 20 to 150 guests, with layouts to suit canapé receptions, bowl food and wine pairings, or seated dinners. Whether you’re hosting a VIP advisory board, a sponsor-led reception or a social event to close your conference, our team will help deliver a polished, professional experience.
Exceptional catering by Searcys
A great medical event deserves equally exceptional food. As Britain’s oldest caterer, Searcys brings more than 175 years of experience to your event, offering menus tailored for professional gatherings.
Choose from canapé selections, seasonal bowl food, or multi-course plated dinners. With full dietary support and carefully sourced British produce, every dish is crafted to suit a diverse and discerning audience — all served by our experienced in-house team.
A prestigious setting that reflects your institution’s reputation
Steeped in heritage, 41 Portland Place blends a rich history with modern functionality. High ceilings, period details, and natural light create a refined backdrop that lends gravitas to every event, ideal for welcoming global researchers, healthcare leaders, and international guests.
Over the years, we’ve welcomed respected organisations such as the NHS, UCL Hospitals, The Academy of Medical Sciences, UK Biobank and more — all of whom trust 41 Portland Place to reflect the standards and status of their work.
Central London location close to major medical institutions
When you host your event at 41 Portland Place, you’re doing more than booking a venue; you’re actively supporting medical progress.
All profits from venue hire go directly to the Academy of Medical Sciences to fund research, career development, and global collaborations. It’s a values-led choice for those working in health and science, and Fellows of the Academy benefit from discounted hire rates.
Host your medical event and private reception under one roof
If you are looking to enhance your next medical event with a private celebration or networking reception, then look no further than 41 Portland Place. We offer a prestigious, flexible and impactful setting, with everything you need under one roof to host an amazing event.
Contact our events team today to discuss your requirements and secure your preferred date.
