Whole Venue Hire, LOCKES Bar Covent Garden

Great Queen Street, London, WC2B 5AA (view map)450 guests
Whole Venue
Whole Venue
Whole Venue
Whole Venue
Whole Venue
Whole Venue
Whole Venue
Whole Venue
Whole Venue

A compact, split-level cocktail bar that pairs relaxed lounge seating with an intimate downstairs bar area.

Design: The decor pairs deep navy walls, velvet upholstery and brass details for a compact, contemporary look. The low-level lighting and mixed-height seating create close sightlines and an intimate scale.

Features: The bar serves pizza alongside bottled beers and a broad wine list. A PA system and house speakers allow own music and guest DJs, and the layout includes a small dancefloor. On-site Wi‑Fi and air conditioning are available. Accessible toilets, a step-free guest entrance and wheelchair access are provided.

Ideal for: Social groups seeking a relaxed, conversational evening that mixes informal seated dining and standing drinks.

What sets it apart: A focused cocktail programme of classic recipes and seasonal house signatures anchors the drinks offering.

What guests say: The bar has a refined yet relaxed atmosphere and polished, attentive service. The space is intimate and thoughtfully curated.

Pricing

Standard opening hours shown — check the calendar for live availability.

Monday
08:00 – 23:00
£3,000
Tuesday
08:00 – 23:00
£4,000
Wednesday
08:00 – 23:00
£6,000
Thursday
08:00 – 23:30
£10,000
Friday
08:00 – 00:00
£10,000
Saturday
08:00 – 00:00
£10,000
Sunday
13:00 – 22:30
£3,000

How minimum spend works

  • Food and drink ordered by you and your guests during the event counts towards the minimum spend.
  • You cannot bring your own food or drinks.
  • No separate hire fee applies.

Final pricing can depend on your event details. Enquire to get a tailored quote from the venue.

What this space offers

Popular amenities

  • 100 chairs

Capacity

  • 450 guests

What's allowed

We welcome

  • Parties
  • Birthday parties
  • Private parties
  • Hen parties
  • Graduation parties
  • Weddings
  • Wedding receptions
  • Christmas parties
  • Baby showers
  • Engagement parties

You cannot bring

  • Your own drinks
  • Your own food

Venue policies

House rules

  • Leave promptly after your event
  • Leave the space as you found it
  • No smoking
  • No vaping
  • Bring your own bags and take the rubbish with you

Parking and loading

  • There is on-street parking but some restrictions may apply
  • There are no designated loading bays. Please unload from where you park.

Safety & security

  • CCTV
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fire exit signs
  • First aid kit
  • Fire alarms
  • Smoke alarms

Location

Map showing Whole Venue
Great Queen Street, London, WC2B 5AA
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Important terms

Property damage

In the event of any damage to the space or any other part of the venue property, Sharesy reserves the right to make deductions from the payment method used.

We'll make sure to notify you in advance of making any deductions and will, whenever possible, provide you with photographic or other documentary evidence of the damage.

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