Unusual venues for hire in Central London
34 unusual venues in Central London for distinctive parties, launches and memorable events
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Unusual venues for hire in Central London
34 unusual venues in Central London for distinctive parties, launches and memorable events
34 spaces
Entire Ground Floor
from £153/ hour
St George The Martyr, Holborn
· WC1N 3AH200 guests
Kitchenette
Free cancellation
A large ground floor room featuring high ceilings, a stage, and step-free access, with AV equipment and a kitchenette available. You can bring your own food, drinks, and decor, though confetti or glitter is not permitted. Alcohol requires venue approval.
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Our dedicated events space sits in its own private arch, featuring an outdoor space, lobby, own bar, and storage space. The venue offers flexible furniture layouts including 80 chairs and 10 desks available on request.
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Ester in Camden Market offers a flexible space featuring step-free access, 60 chairs, and comprehensive food and beverage options. Kitchen access is not included, and outside food and drinks are not permitted.
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The upstairs taproom features an adjoining outside space, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and storage space. Guests must bring their own drinks, while external catering, decorations, and live music are permitted.
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An exclusive private event space featuring air conditioning, flexible furniture with 60 chairs and 15 tables, and comprehensive audiovisual equipment including a sound system, projector, screen, and stage lights. Facilities include an accessible toilet, lift, and WiFi.
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The Ski Lodge features an adjoining outside space with outdoor tables and chairs, alongside a kitchen, speakers, TV and WiFi. It accommodates up to 150 guests with 100 seated, offering storage space and heaters or radiators.
Main Shrine Room
from £128/ hour
Rigpa Buddhist Meditation Centre
· N1 1BB200 guests
Kitchen
Free cancellation
Located in central London, Rigpa Meditation Centre's Main Shrine Room offers 93 square metres of open space with natural light and flexible layouts. Facilities include kitchen access, a reception area, Tara Tea Room, breakout space, and an accessible toilet.
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Located on the first floor near Temple Station, this moody, magical room includes a private bartender and venue-exclusive drinks. It offers heating, air conditioning, storage space, and four adult toilets.
New York Loft Style Gallery
from £122/ hour
Gallery Space in Prime Soho
· W1D 5JS50 guests
Kitchenette
Free cancellation
Beautiful Soho gallery space with the feel of a New York loft, spanning 70 sqm over two rooms and a kitchenette with a fridge and dishwasher. Features original wood floors, exposed brick, and six windows facing Old Compton Street, along with one adult toilet.
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The Beach Bar features real sand, an ocean view backdrop, and palm trees, equipped with 30 tables, 60 chairs, WiFi, a TV, and connected speakers. An included kitchen, storage space, and heaters or radiators are provided. External food and catering are not allowed.
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The 600-year-old medieval Crypt beneath St Etheldreda’s church in central London features food, wine, and service from the iconic Bleeding Heart French Restaurant next door. It seats up to 126 guests or 200 standing, with an adjoining Cloister Garden.
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A modern interior built by Britain’s finest boat builders featuring WiFi and an adjoining outside space. Guests must bring their own bags, take rubbish with them, and leave promptly.
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This lower-floor function room accommodates up to 200 guests and features a private bar, a disco ball-style DJ booth, karaoke, and private toilets. Facilities include a standalone sound system, projector screen, and air conditioning, with external catering available and kitchen access not included.
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An exclusive event space on the water featuring a seated capacity of 30, air conditioning, and a kitchen with an oven, fridge, and tableware. It offers bespoke catering, a sound system, TV, projector and screen, and a self-driven picnic boat for up to 8 people.
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The Game Room accommodates up to 80 standing guests and features its own bar, a dedicated team, and 70 chairs. Facilities include a pool table, unlimited arcade game tokens, giant jenga, board games, classic Nintendo, and a built-in projector.
A very big dome-style hall featuring a huge stage, air conditioning, and step-free access. The space offers a kitchen with a fridge, microwave, and kettle, alongside available chairs, tables, and a wide selection of optional AV equipment.
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A bright, colourful, fully private lounge with striking views of St Paul’s Cathedral, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and an 85-inch presentation screen. The space offers flexible layout options including up to 65 theatre-style seats, an exclusive champagne bar, air conditioning and lift access.
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A private event space featuring theatrical red velvet curtains, curved banquettes, and a suspended ceiling balloon installation. It offers integrated PA speakers, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, step-free access, and accessible toilets, with venue-supplied food and drinks required.
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Full venue hire offers a 40ft bar, a private events space, 69 state-of-the-art motion simulators, and stunning views of St Paul's, with air conditioning and step-free access.
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This versatile outdoor space features a handmade bar, riverside views, step-free access and an accessible toilet. It includes 150 chairs, Wi-Fi and storage space, while allowing external catering and your own food with restrictions against own drinks, confetti, glitter, candles and open flames.
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Wildheart Restaurant offers a vibrant, Japanese-inspired setting in Soho with air conditioning, step-free access and WiFi. The space accommodates up to 150 guests for standing receptions or 85 seated, featuring flexible furniture and integrated sound systems.
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Take over our funfair exclusively for up to 800 guests, featuring 12 unique games, air conditioning, WiFi, a sound system, stage lights, and furniture including 400 chairs and 100 tables.
Striking VR Venue with Futuristic Aesthetic – Camden, London
from £490/ hour
Eclipso Immersive Entertainment
· NW1 7BT80 guests
Free cancellation
Split into two distinct areas, the venue offers a stylish reception space with modern lounge seating and a large main room featuring striking graphics. It includes fast Wi-Fi, onsite toilets, and air conditioning, with dry hire or VR packages available.
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This intimate area features 5 racing simulators while keeping guests close to the centre of the action. Visitors must bring their own bags for rubbish, and bringing your own food or drinks is not allowed.
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The Winter Lodge offers a cosy traditional log cabin setting with heaters, air conditioning and an included kitchen. It features WiFi, speakers connected to existing equipment, and accessible facilities including a lift and disabled toilet.
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Offering a semi-private area with access to 15 motion simulators, guests can compete in teams or enjoy freestyle racing. The space features step-free access, an accessible toilet, and a lift. Bringing your own food or drinks is not permitted.
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The private function room offers a flexible layout for up to 80 guests, complete with its own bar, air conditioning, and a sound system. The space is equipped with 50 chairs, 40 tables, WiFi, and presentation facilities, with guests required to remove their own rubbish.
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Soul Mama is a stylish live music venue featuring a dedicated stage, high-quality sound and lighting, multiple screens, a fully stocked bar, and flexible seating for up to 300 guests. Guests must bring their own bags to remove rubbish, and outside food and drinks are not permitted.
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Adjoining a 40ft feature bar, P2 includes 7 racing simulators and diverse seating options, with step-free access, a lift, and an accessible toilet. You must bring your own bags to remove rubbish and leave the space as you found it.
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Spread over two floors with air conditioning, each floor featuring its own bar and available to hire independently or together. Located right next to Holborn Tube Station, featuring a stage, speakers, microphone and five adult toilets.
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Saint James Church is a Grade 2* listed historic building featuring modern Tom Dixon designer lights and furniture, an adjoining outside space, and a kitchenette. Hire arrangements include an on-site staff member and optional AV equipment.
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This historic Crypt features vaulted ceilings, parquet flooring, exposed brickwork, and eight large windows. Hire includes use of The Well room, and a staff member remains on site during bookings.
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Featuring access to 8 simulators and ample space to socialise, this venue offers stunning views overlooking St Pauls and accommodates up to 60 guests.
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Situated on a mezzanine overlooking the entire venue, The Balcony provides privacy alongside the main atmosphere and features eight racing simulators and high tables. Step-free access, an accessible toilet, and a lift are included. Guests must not bring their own food or drinks.
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| Available venues | 34 listings |
|---|---|
| Capacity range | 20 to 800 guests |
| Typical hourly price | £163/hour |
| Hourly price range | £122 to £490/hour |
| Minimum spend | £200 to £40,000 |
| Popular venues | St George The Martyr, Holborn, 3 Locks Brewery Taproom and Ester |
| Postcodes covered | WC1N, NW1, W1B, WC1B, N1 and more |
| Reviewed venues | 2 venues, 5 reviews |
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