Activity Bars for Hire in London

Q: How much does it cost to book bars with activities in London?

Booking costs of activity bars average £800 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data: - From £500 to £1500 minimum spend per event - From £22 to £31 per person - From £97 to £700 hire fee per hour

Q: What are some small bars with entertainment in London?

Smaller activity bars usually fit up to 60 guests. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026: - Back Area at Nordic Bar, rated 4.8/5 - lounge for 60 guests. Our user said: ‘They also decorated the room for us which looked great and were always on hand when we needed anything.’ - The Studio at Exhibit, rated 4.6/5 - function room for 50 guests. Our user said: ‘I booked the venue for 4 hours of karaoke on my birthday and it was fantastic!’ - The Upside Down at Zombie Games Café & Bar, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 60 guests. Our user said: ‘The venue the staff were polite would definitely hire again...’

Q: What are some affordable bars with activities in London?

Cheap activity bars in London start from £100 hire fee per day or £200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026: - The Whole Venue at Simul Place, from £100 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests standing). Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend this venue and would happily book again.’ - Whole Venue at The Dalston Lounge, from £200 hire fee per event (up to 160 guests standing). Our user said: ‘The venue was really lovely and I had the best time, really would recommend this place - thanks again so much!’ - Entire Venue at Bonkers Bar, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing). Our user said: ‘Nice venue, affordable, decent cocktails. Was able to decorate and bring my own food.’

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Top Activity Bars in London

Londoners have turned socialising into a competitive sport, and activity bars are proof of it. Groups searching for Activity Bars in London can find venues featuring shuffleboard, darts, mini golf, karaoke, arcade games, and much more across Soho, Shoreditch, and beyond. These spaces combine entertainment with food and drinks, making them popular for birthdays, work socials, and celebrations. Many locations also provide private hire options for larger groups. Take a look below and start planning a night people will actually talk about afterwards.

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FAQs about Top Activity Bars in London

How much does it cost to book bars with activities in London?

Booking costs of activity bars average £800 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of activity bars in London as of September, 2026
From £500	to £1500	minimum spend per event
From £22	to £31	per person
From £97	to £700	hire fee per hour

What are the top bars with entertainment available in London?

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

Ground Floor Bar at The Oxford Market in Fitzrovia - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I would not hesitate in booking this venue again in the near future.’
Zombie Entire Venue at Zombie Games Café & Bar in Kilburn - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is so unique and right up our alley.’
The Pool Room at Heist Bank in Paddington - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The space we hired was plenty big enough and guests were happy they could easily come and go as they wanted.’

What are the typical capacities of entertainment bars in London?

You'll find activity bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

Small	up to 60 guests	prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium	between 65 and 120 guests	prices average £1000 minimum spend per event
Large	over 145 guests	prices average £1500 minimum spend per event

What are some bars with activities close to Central London?

These are the venues within 1.2 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

Lounge Area & Bar at Tensor Studios on 14 Miles Street - 0.7 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Booked for a joint birthday party, and was seriously impressed.’
Boom Box Bar at Black Tap on 4 Glasshouse Street - 1.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The space itself was ideal – intimate yet still spacious enough for everyone to feel comfortable.’
Mezzanine at Box Piccadilly on 23 Shaftesbury Avenue - 1.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Take your event to the next level and hire out our exclusive Interactive Gaming Mezzanine, a high-energy space designed for friendly competition and amazing fun.

What are some small bars with entertainment in London?

Smaller activity bars usually fit up to 60 guests. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

Back Area at Nordic Bar, rated 4.8/5 - lounge for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘They also decorated the room for us which looked great and were always on hand when we needed anything.’
The Studio at Exhibit, rated 4.6/5 - function room for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘I booked the venue for 4 hours of karaoke on my birthday and it was fantastic!’
The Upside Down at Zombie Games Café & Bar, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue the staff were polite would definitely hire again...’

What are some affordable bars with activities in London?

Cheap activity bars in London start from £100 hire fee per day or £200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

The Whole Venue at Simul Place, from £100 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend this venue and would happily book again.’
Whole Venue at The Dalston Lounge, from £200 hire fee per event (up to 160 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue was really lovely and I had the best time, really would recommend this place - thanks again so much!’
Entire Venue at Bonkers Bar, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Nice venue, affordable, decent cocktails. Was able to decorate and bring my own food.’

What events can you host at entertainment bars in London?

In London, activity bars are most commonly booked for 40 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Party	Usually between £750 and £2,500.	User who booked The Studio at Exhibit for 40 guests said: ‘Venue was great, staff were lovely...’
Birthday Party	Usually between £700 and £2,500.	User who booked Champagne Bar at Beaufort House Private Rooms for 80 guests said: ‘Hope to be back at some point in the future!’
Christmas Party	Usually between £2,300 and £7,200.	User who booked Patch Main Bar at Patch St Paul's for 90 guests said: ‘The quality of the food - The smoking area...’
Engagement Party	Usually between £1,000 and £3,200.	User who booked Function Room with Karaoke at Simmons \| Monument for 66 guests said: ‘The venue was exactly as described! And separate private toilets which was amazing.’
Private Dining	Usually between £1,100 and £2,000.	User who booked The Main Bar at Ester for 55 guests said: ‘They were always attentive, ensuring everyone's glasses remained topped up and the space kept clean.’

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Verified Reviews of Activity Bars in London

Harry B.

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Booked The Library at The Alice House Queen's Park

5.0

The staff were great. My family and friends commented on how great the staff were. From the door staff who helped my mum, to the lady who helped us setting up (tables, chairs, water, AC, etc) and the guy who helped with the tech. The room was also great, the flexibility to decorate and do what we wanted was wonderful.

Heledd G.

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Booked The Orangery at Hyatt Place London City East

5.0

Ideal for our hen party. Privacy and enough space. We pre-booked the food which arrived exactly when we had asked. The food was also very tasty. The waiters were very accommodating and it all ran very fluently. We were able to play games and have a paint sip session without fuss. It was exactly what we wanted for the hen party and also in our budget which was ideal.

Nidhi S.

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Booked Private Function Room at The Flying Horse

4.7

It was quick and easy to communicate with the team. The food was very good. It included vegetarian/vegan options which were also good. The space has large windows which was good to get sunlight in- most pub function rooms we aw were dark and in the basement. The room has dart board, speakers, and three TVs. Service was on time per the schedule we agreed. The location is at a very convenient location close to Liverpool Street station and Moorgate station.

Sally W.

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Booked The Wildwood Room at The Green Man

5.0

From 1st point of contact with Hugo and the team the service was exceptional. The Wildwood Room was perfect for our party of 20 and the food from the Christmas menu was delicious. The hosts were accommodating and everyone commented how great the venue was. We’ll definitely go back.

Sarah M.

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Booked Clerkenwell Studios at Clerkenwell Studios

4.8

This studio was fantastic and excellently equipped. All the props and kit you would need. Andy was available to help with all queries and was a pleasure to work with. We'll definitely be coming back.

Storm C.

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Booked Entire Venue at Dehav Studios

5.0

It was a great experience. Helen is amazing. Super positive and helpful. Really kind. Would definitely recommend.

Myriam W.

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Booked Whole Venue at Voxonica

5.0

It was a great space, perfect for what we needed. Andrew was professional and friendly. Nothing went wrong!

Lee D.

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Booked The Underground Speakeasy at Apples & Pears

5.0

Great Staff, Great Cocktails................... We never wanted the party to end! Thanks so much X

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