One interesting and unusual East-London venue just 100 yards from the 2012 Olympic Stadium, and with views over to it from a rooftop terrace, is Forman’s Fish Island, the quirkily pink coloured factory and head office of salmon smokers Forman and Son, near Hackney Wick and shaped like a darne (steak) of salmon.

Substantial spaces for parties and other corporate events are offered, including a large second-floor area with multi-coloured party lighting and holding 900-1,000 for a standing reception, depending on how cosy you want them. Around 400 theatre or cabaret style can also be accommodated in the 635 square metre space The roof terrace, with the inspiring views for sports fans holds 300 for a reception, 100 for a theatre-style layout and 80 cabaret style, and can be used for energising al fresco beverage breaks and lunches. There are four additional spaces for events for 14 to 150, including the restaurant for 20 – 30 seated and 40 standing

web: formans.co.uk