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Why not book a dry hire venue for your next London event? These venues offer basic event spaces that give you complete freedom over your space. We have listings for everything from grand banquet halls, luxurious event spaces, laidback BYOB venues, intimate studios and lofts and no-corkage fee wedding venues. We know that when it comes to finding the right venue, you want to create the event of your dreams. With Tagvenue, you don't need to compromise. Whatever you need for your next amazing event, you can find on our platform! So what are you waiting for? Scroll through our curated listings of dry hire venues in London below and find the one that's perfect for your event.
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Our largest space, The Warehouse features exposed brickwork, central concrete columns and polished concrete floors. A truly versatile space with drive-in access, providing a unique setting for large capacity conferences,
The cost of dry hire venues averages around £100 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £80 | to £200 | hire fee per hour |
| From £1500 | to £6600 | hire fee per day |
| From £1500 | to £6960 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
Sizona - Space at Sizona Location
in Islington Borough - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Note - it's dry hire so no glasses/crockery etc...’
Blank Canvas Space at Sweet Space London
in Park Royal - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The owner was incredibly helpful with everything through the event .’
Whole Venue at St Ethelburga's Centre
in Tower Hill - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Having a dry hire venue in Central London is incredible.’
You'll find dry hire venues 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 (October 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average £70 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 100 and 200 guests | prices average £135 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 275 guests | prices average £7000 hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 1 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for dry hire venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Blank Canvas | prices average £99 hire fee per hour | typically between 60 and 350 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average £120 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 400 guests |
| Hall | prices average £100 hire fee per hour | typically between 200 and 400 guests |
| Warehouse | prices average £7000 hire fee per day | typically between 30 and 400 guests |
| Community Centre | prices average £70 hire fee per hour | typically between 80 and 120 guests |
Smaller dry hire venues usually fit up to 70 guests standing. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
Gallery at Asia House, rated 4.8/5 - blank canvas for 70 guests
Our user said: ‘great communication, gorgeous room, great organisation...’
Full Floor at Studio House - blank canvas for 60 guests
Venue said: Studio House is a blank-canvas events studio. The venue provides a neutral, adaptable space that hosts can fit out to their own specification. Venue highlights: The blank-canvas interior lets hosts configure layout, install...
The Morrell Room at 34 Bloomsbury - blank canvas for 45 guests
Venue said: Lovingly refurbished, maintaining a balance between the building's heritage and an elegant contemporary style, 34 Bloomsbury is one of London's newest event spaces with four individual rooms across two floors.
Cheap dry hire venues in London start from £500 minimum spend per event or £840 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
Upstairs Taproom Event Space at 3Locks Industrial Brewery Riverside Views, from £500 minimum spend per event
(up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘I paid a £500 refundable deposit and £1000 minimum spend, so affordable for the space you get.’
Studio 3 at LOCK Studios, from £840 hire fee per day
(up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: For entrance options, the space provides a semi-private entrance. You can walk right in through the private street-level entrance via a unique entrance adjacent to Studio 2.
The Gallery (3rd floor) at Green Rooms Hotel, from £750 hire fee per event
(up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: Green Rooms Hotel is a budget hotel combining dormitory and private rooms with an on-site bar and a flexible event space that doubles as a gallery for rotating art exhibitions.
In London, dry hire venues are most commonly booked for 20 to 85 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
| Party | Usually between £300 and £1,200. |
User who booked The Speakeasy at MNM for 25 guests
said: ‘MNM was a great place to host my 30th birthday party.’ |
| Wedding | Usually between £700 and £1,800. |
User who booked Ground Floor Hall at Core Clapton for 55 guests
said: ‘It was a lovely venue for a small intimate wedding.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £200 and £900. |
User who booked Living Room Place whole venue at The Living Room Place Furzedown Venue for 30 guests
said: ‘Clear and friendly communication with the owners, no complaints from me!’ |
| Conference | Usually between £600 and £2,600. |
User who booked Whole Venue at St Ethelburga's Centre for 80 guests
said: ‘Good location, good communication, nice venue, good price...’ |
| Wedding Reception | Usually between £400 and £1,700. |
User who booked The Gallery (3rd floor) at Green Rooms Hotel for 100 guests
said: ‘Natalia is excellent and her venue is all we needed. Thank you...’ |
Dry-hire venues give you free reign to customise your event as you like. You get to design every detail, from the menu to the music, without limitations.
Plus, you can potentially save money if you're comfortable shopping around for individual vendors. You can compare prices and negotiate deals, potentially achieving more competitive rates compared to bundled packages offered by wet-hire venues.
But remember, with great freedom comes great responsibility. Planning and managing multiple vendors requires time, effort, and organization. Also, don't forget about the hidden costs!
While the venue rental itself might seem affordable, factor in equipment rentals, staffing needs, and potential permit fees. Make sure you have a comprehensive budget that accounts for all the necessary expenses.
Ultimately, dry-hire events shine for those with a clear vision, a love for planning, and the resources to manage it all. If convenience is key, a wet-hire venues might be your better fit. Weigh the pros and cons carefully to create an event that reflects you perfectly!
For weddings, dry hire venues are great because they're often more affordable than traditional venues and allow you to customise the space to fit your taste. You can add decor and lighting touches that make it feel like you've rented an entire castle while still keeping costs down. Corporate events are also well-suited to dry hire venues because they can be customised for any type of event, including presentations, product launches, or parties of any kind, really.
Whether you’re planning a punchy product launch or a big bar mitzvah bash, dry hire venues give you free rein to go with your choice of suppliers. Adding a personal touch by sourcing your preferred caterer, decor and so on, will really help your event stand out.
Don’t want to tie the knot in a venue where you’re obliged to use in-house catering, theme and styling? Here at Tagvenue, we list a range of dry hire wedding venues, from romantic rooftop spaces in central London to charming country houses on the city’s outskirts. Looking for a dry hire wedding space in the capital but aren’t sure where to start? Perhaps you’re after a gorgeous garden where you can set up a marquee, or maybe you’re on the lookout for a BYO venue for a bring-your-own-everything wedding day – no matter what you’ve got in mind, it’s easy to find your dream dry hire wedding venue with our smart venue search engine.
But what about the cost? One of the bonuses of hiring a dry hire venue in London is that costs are often reduced, especially if your event doesn’t require much catering or you find a cheap catering deal elsewhere.
That being said, external caterers may have little or no experience working at your chosen venue, so they’ll be unfamiliar with the layout and access restrictions, which means you’ll have to work harder to make sure things run smoothly on the day of.
Is this your first time hiring dry-hire venues? Or was the last party you organized a while ago? Regardless of your prior experience, managing the planning process of your gathering is crucial for a successful event. Dry-hire spaces provide the flexibility to customize the room according to your needs, but it also means taking on additional responsibilities. Let's take a look at some key points to keep in mind so your event will be a smooth and stress-free experience!
Before the Event
Setup Essentials
After the Event
Communication is everything. Stay in regular contact with your venue manager, suppliers, and team—especially on delivery and event day. The more aligned everyone is, the smoother it goes.
For more detailed guides on event management, check out our definitive event planning checklist!
The venue itself is incredible. The compliments we received were endless. We couldn’t have been happier. Having a dry hire venue in Central London is incredible.
This year we had our Christmas party at the Rhum Tavern with over 40 people. It was the best Christmas party we ever had! The place is great, warm atmosphere; the theme is fantastic, from the 80's movie Goonies. Friendly staff. Amazing cocktails. We got festive finger foods and it was beautifully set up. Perfect location! We couldn't have asked for more. Amber and Rhys made our night special and everything was exactly as we had imagined! Thanks to Gabriel too! :) We were able to play our own music which made the night even more fun. The private space was big enough for all of us and we were comfortable and danced the night away. 5* Rhum Tavern!
The whole event was amazing. The staff are attentive and super fast. from the moment i first made contact to enquire about the venue, the communication. the care, just everything was amazing. My 60th birthday party and i have had 59 previous ones, and of any of the venues i have had, N6-3 Locks is standing out on its own as clear leaders.
Its a great space, perfect for my baby shower. When I arrived it was seamless to get in right away and despite there being a booking in there before mine, it was clean and tidy ready for setup which was amazing. James was super helpful and responsive - we needed to extend the time while there and he was very accommodating to my needs. Had a great time using this space and would definitely use again!
I had a great time at the 3 Locks. The team and especially Duncan - the manager, were extremely professional and went out of their way to be helpful and inviting and even offered me a tour of the brewery. The view from the taproom is amazing and really set up the mood for my book launch together with their great beer. Cannot recommend it enough!
A lovely, atmospheric venue, which you can make completely your own. It's deceptively big, with the upper and lower hall, and really beautiful when it's all been dressed up. Some of the features, especially the grand organ, really make the venue extra special. The venue staff are very friendly and professional, and go out of their way to help on the day. Very impressive.
The booking at Indra Studios was for a creative networking event. The staff was helpful from the initial viewings through to the event; providing facilities to make our event look better and ensuring we had everything we needed for the event to be a success. Will definitely recommend Indra Studios for future creative events
Harry and the team couldn’t have gone any further to ensure we had the best possible wedding party. They were flexible with times, helped with pick ups and extremely patient with all of our questions! Let us decorate to make the venue feel personal. Bar staff on the night were so bubbly and friendly the guests couldn’t believe we didn’t already know them!
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