Library Venues for Hire in London

The cost of library venues averages around £68 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:

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

• The Library at University Women's Club in Mayfair - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The room is very impressive and equipped with presentation equipment and sound as needed.’

• The Library at The Chesterfield Mayfair in Mayfair - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Nous avons réservé la salle *Library* pour notre cérémonie, le dîner et la soirée.’

• Library at One Birdcage Walk in St James - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Well organised and we received lots of comments about how nice the space was. Thank you all!’

You'll find library 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):

These are the venues within 0.3 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Informal Library at Stuart Hall Library on 16 John Islip Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Stuart Hall Library is a specialist research library housed in a red-brick building that pairs archival book collections with compact, book-lined interiors.
• Library at London Scottish House on 95 Horseferry Road - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘I had a very good experience with this venue!’
• Library Bar at Cinnamon Club on The Old Westminster Library 30-32 Great Smith Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Library Bar is a private Bar in the Cinnamon Club that provides a quiet, intimate lounge suited to low-key, conversation-focused gatherings. Design: The Library Bar pairs dark wood panelling and herringbone parquet with low-slung...

Smaller library venues usually fit up to 25 guests standing. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Library Room at The Union Club, rated 4.9/5 - library for 10 guests
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking an intimate, relaxed seated dinner or a focused, conversational meeting in a comfortable, informal setting. What guests say: The Library Room is warm and cosy with an eclectic, characterful...

• Cambridge Room Library at In and Out (Naval & Military) Club, rated 4.8/5 - library for 20 guests
  Our user said: ‘To top it off the location is right in the beating heart of London.’

• Meeting Room 2 at Camberwell Library, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 4 guests
  Venue said: The library includes two meeting rooms. The smaller one is ideal for interviews, therapy sessions, and small team meetings. The larger space fits up to 50 and includes a projector.

Cheap library venues in London start from £510 hire fee per event or £10 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• The Library at The Derby, King's Cross, from £512 hire fee per event (up to 12 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The Office and Library spaces were both well laid out. 3. Tech all worked well!’

• Meeting Pod 2 at Canada Water Library, from £14 hire fee per hour (up to 4 guests seated)
  Venue said: A compact enclosed meeting pod finished with neutral, curved wall panelling and multi‑coloured geometric carpet tiles; the space feels contained and practical.

• The Library at Eltham GPO, from £20 per person (up to 40 guests standing)
  Venue said: The Library Area at the Eltham GPO is a newly refurbished, semi-private space. It is designed for a more intimate pub experience. The area seats up to 20 people.

In London, library venues are most commonly booked for 10 to 40 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

Library venues are supposed to be classy venues with wide access to information. You can expect plenty of tech and tons of books at your disposal for productive meetings. If you are planning a dinner or more social event, aesthetics are what you should be seeking. Find venues with high, dark wooden shelves, comfortable seating, big windows, and warm lights for the best possible dining experience.

Central London areas like Holborn, with its iconic Conway Hall, and Westminster, home to many institutional libraries, are top choices for their central locations and architectural buildings. South Kensington is another prime area known for cultural institutions and their associated libraries. East London's Shoreditch offers modern libraries with modern designs for a more contemporary setting.

Yes, many of these quiet event spaces in London have catering options, though the specifics vary. Some, like The London Library or Bishopsgate Institute, have in-house facilities or preferred suppliers that can provide everything from light refreshments to full wedding breakfasts. Menus often include canapés, buffets, and plated meals depending on the size and formality of your event. At smaller spaces like Dulwich Library or The Upper Norwood Library Hub, external catering is often permitted, which gives you flexibility to choose your own suppliers. Just make sure to check the venue’s kitchen facilities and whether there are any restrictions on alcohol or late-night service.