Leaving Party Venues for Hire in London

Booking costs of leaving party venues average £700 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:

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: ‘Definitely recommend booking this place for your next celebration!’

• The Cocktail Bar Tables at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Held leaving drinks for a colleague. Marco was quick to respond and made it easy to make a big booking.’

• The Snug at The Bull in Angel - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Great atmosphere and great space, would definitely book this place again for a party...’

You'll find leaving party 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 (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.9 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Corporate Party at The Tattershall Castle on Victoria Embankment Whitehall - 0.8 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great location, good communication running up to the event and a smooth-running party!’
• Waterloo Bar at Slug & Lettuce Waterloo on Chicheley Street 1-63 North Block - 0.8 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The private space worked for our team event as it's in a perfect location. It did what it said on the tin.’
• The Beer School at BrewDog Waterloo on 01 The Sidings - 0.9 mi from centre.
  Venue said: BrewDog Waterloo is a 1700 capacity venue split across 2 floors and 29,000 sq ft of epicness! We are situated in the original Eurostar terminal, just behind the London Eye and connected to Waterloo Train Station with direct...

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

Smaller leaving party venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The Mezzanine at The Last Talisman, rated 4.7/5 - event space for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great intimate space for a small private party, the ambiance and music was nice. Staff were nice and helpful.’

• The Bedouin Tent & Garden at St Ethelburga's Centre, rated 4.8/5 - outdoor space for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘Accessible venue (ramp and only one small step) in a central location.’

• Roof Top Garden at Bow Street Tavern, rated 4.6/5 - rooftop for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘This rooftop was the perfect space to hold a small party. The food and drinks were great!’

Cheap leaving party venues in London start from £200 minimum spend per event or £125 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• The Wildwood Room at The Green Man, from £200 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The room was perfect for our event. Reasonable minimum spend to book the venue...’

• The Library at The Alice House Queen's Park, from £125 hire fee per event (up to 70 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Both Zac and Marlene were fantastic to deal with.’

• The Speakeasy at MNM, from £10 hire fee per hour (up to 60 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The price and affordability were a big factor for me and this venue and organisers exceeded my expectations.’

For anyone planning a large event, Mayfair and the City are two districts known for their high-end restaurants and bars. These areas offer you the chance to host an elegant affair with style and flair. For smaller gatherings, there are many pubs and bars in the East End that offer a more laid-back ambience. Chelsea and Kensington are also popular options for their variety of restaurants and bars that offer a more casual atmosphere. Since London is such a diverse city, there are also districts that cater to certain cultures and cuisines. For example, Chinatown has many restaurants serving Asian food, while Brick Lane features plenty of venues serving Indian cuisine. Finally, if you want to get a real taste of London, check out districts like Brixton and Dalston which feature many bars and restaurants serving traditional British food.

There are a lot of great options for leaving parties in London. If you're looking for an event space that can accommodate a large number of guests, we recommend one of the city’s many restaurants. Many restaurants have private rooms or offer exclusive hire, meaning that you can book out the whole venue for your leaving party. If you're looking for something more casual, another option is to rent out an event space at a hotel. This can be perfect if you're planning on having a big party with lots of guests and you want a venue that can accommodate everyone. There are also lots of great pubs and bars in the city that offer function rooms for hire, meaning that you can book out one of their private spaces for your leaving party. This is a great option if you're looking for something more casual and laid-back.