The 16 Best Dry Hire Venues for Hire in Central London

Q: How much does it cost to book dry hire event spaces in Central London?

The cost of dry hire venues averages around £150 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 Central London, based on Tagvenue data: - From £80 to £250 hire fee per hour - From £1500 to £7800 hire fee per day - From £550 to £1500 hire fee per event

Q: What are some small dry hire event spaces in Central London?

Smaller dry hire venues usually fit up to 80 guests standing. Here are some great options in Central London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026: - Upstairs Taproom Event Space at 3Locks Industrial Brewery Riverside Views, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 70 guests. Our user said: ‘Its a great space for small party- the arch makes it feel intimate but also spacious.’ - The Speakeasy at MNM, rated 4.8/5 - cocktail bar for 60 guests. Our user said: ‘the space fit 40 people comfortably, it isn’t huge but it’s nice for a small party with a dj.’ - Menier Lounge at Menier Lounge, rated 4.9/5 - event venue for 60 guests. Our user said: ‘Great location and a beautiful venue.’

Q: What are some affordable dry hire event spaces in Central London?

Cheap dry hire venues in Central London start from £810 hire fee per day or £30 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026: - Copeland Gallery at Copeland Park, from £810 hire fee per day (up to 400 guests standing). Venue said: Our most high-profile space, this is a large, partitioned white-walled gallery space with multiple areas, shutter-door access and male, female and disabled toilets. - Upstairs Taproom Event Space at 3Locks Industrial Brewery Riverside Views, from £30 per person (up to 70 guests standing). Our user said: ‘I had a great time at the 3 Locks.’ - The Terrace at Vauxhall Arches, from £500 hire fee per event (up to 150 guests standing). Our user said: ‘They were always proactive and reply to us right away...’

Dry Hire Venues for Hire in Central London

FAQs about Top Dry Hire Event Spaces in Central London

How much does it cost to book dry hire event spaces in Central London?

The cost of dry hire venues averages around £150 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 Central London, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of dry hire venues in Central London as of September, 2026
From £80	to £250	hire fee per hour
From £1500	to £7800	hire fee per day
From £550	to £1500	hire fee per event

What are the top dry hire event spaces available in Central London?

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 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...’
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.’
Research Studio at Siobhan Davies Dance Studios in Newington - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is beautiful, clean and organised, it has everything you need within the space, very accommodating.’

What are the typical capacities of dry hire event spaces in Central London?

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 Central London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

Small	up to 80 guests	prices average £99 hire fee per hour
Medium	between 120 and 180 guests	prices average £150 hire fee per hour
Large	over 200 guests	prices average £6500 hire fee per day

What are some popular types of dry hire event spaces in Central London?

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for dry hire venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Blank Canvas	prices average £4200 hire fee per day	typically between 60 and 350 guests
Event Venue	prices average £240 hire fee per hour	typically between 100 and 220 guests
Gallery	prices average £250 hire fee per hour	typically between 150 and 200 guests
Hall	prices average £73 hire fee per hour	typically between 120 and 200 guests
Community Centre	prices average £150 hire fee per hour	typically between 80 and 150 guests

What are some small dry hire event spaces in Central London?

Smaller dry hire venues usually fit up to 80 guests standing. Here are some great options in Central London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

Upstairs Taproom Event Space at 3Locks Industrial Brewery Riverside Views, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 70 guests
Our user said: ‘Its a great space for small party- the arch makes it feel intimate but also spacious.’
The Speakeasy at MNM, rated 4.8/5 - cocktail bar for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘the space fit 40 people comfortably, it isn’t huge but it’s nice for a small party with a dj.’
Menier Lounge at Menier Lounge, rated 4.9/5 - event venue for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘Great location and a beautiful venue.’

What are some affordable dry hire event spaces in Central London?

Cheap dry hire venues in Central London start from £810 hire fee per day or £30 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Copeland Gallery at Copeland Park, from £810 hire fee per day (up to 400 guests standing)
Venue said: Our most high-profile space, this is a large, partitioned white-walled gallery space with multiple areas, shutter-door access and male, female and disabled toilets.
Upstairs Taproom Event Space at 3Locks Industrial Brewery Riverside Views, from £30 per person (up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘I had a great time at the 3 Locks.’
The Terrace at Vauxhall Arches, from £500 hire fee per event (up to 150 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘They were always proactive and reply to us right away...’

What events can you host at dry hire event spaces in Central London?

In Central London, dry hire venues are most commonly booked for 15 to 85 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Party	Usually between £350 and £1,500.	User who booked The Speakeasy at MNM for 25 guests said: ‘MNM was a great place to host my 30th birthday party.’
Birthday Party	Usually between £400 and £1,400.	User who booked Private Party Venue - Lounge at Le Bab Covent Garden for 75 guests said: ‘We had an amazing night! Thank you so much Imogen and the team...’
Wedding	Usually between £600 and £2,000.	User who booked Upper and Lower Hall at The Amadeus for 150 guests said: ‘The location was great and the venue is beautiful without much decoration, we had an amazing day!’
Conference	Usually between £450 and £1,900.	User who booked Whole Venue at St Ethelburga's Centre for 80 guests said: ‘Good location, good communication, nice venue, good price...’
Meeting	Usually between £450 and £1,200.	User who booked The Home at Anomalous Space for 30 guests said: ‘Awesome space for company event.’

Verified Reviews of Dry Hire Venues in Central London

Luke M.

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Booked The Home at Anomalous Space

5.0

Absolutely brilliant - great value, lovely space - was perfect for us. Great communication from the staff and brilliant team on the day

Phod W.

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Booked Franks and Steel Room at Wellcome Collection

4.7

Thought the venue was awesome, super to experience the exhibitions. Room layout very conducive to team working and lots of space. Thought lighting and food all great”

Marc B.

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Booked The Drawing Room at The Marquis Cornwallis

5.0

I can definitely recommend the Drawing Room at the Marquis Cornwallis if you're having an event. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The location is excellent, right in the centre of London with excellent tube connections. And the value for money was really good.

STACEY W.

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Booked The Drawing Room at The Marquis Cornwallis

4.8

Great pub and service from Martin/Marcin, who helped setup the room before the event. Perfectly-working equipment and great sound coming from the speakers first time, which is a rarity having done so many of these events around the U.K.

Raj T.

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Booked The Great Hall at The Old Finsbury Town Hall

4.5

The Venue was great - everyone was so appreciative of the ornate decor in the grand hall. Tall ceilings, ample space and adjoining rooms provided lovely welcome & canape spaces. Nicola, our venue contact, was perfect: Efficient, friendly, enthusiastic and calm. She worked easily with our vendors.

Mousse K.

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Booked The Nave at St Ethelburga's Centre

4.5

Great team, great venue, beautiful, and really nice central location.

Holly

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Booked NoSuchPlace Private Speakeasy at No Such Place

4.8

Location was amazing, the security were really nice as well as the bar staff and the owner. It was very conveniant. Would definently hire again for another event

Anita A.

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Booked The Lounge at Floaty McFloat Face

4.8

The boat is beautifully decked out with every facility anyone could want. The owner is so helpful, nothing was too much bother. we loved it - and the price was right too!