A night out in central London doesn’t have to cost you a fortune, especially in Charing Cross, where bars and restaurants let you celebrate without paying a hefty hire fee. No matter if it’s a pub near The Strand, a cocktail bar just off Villiers Street, or a stylish lounge by Embankment, minimum spend venues let you put your budget toward the good stuff, like drinks, food, and a great night. Plus, with easy access to trains, tubes, and late-night buses, your guests won’t have to worry about getting home. Want to make venue hunting as effortless as the night itself? Tagvenue lets you compare the best options, check pricing upfront, and book in minutes. Start browsing today!
Booking costs of minimum spend venues average £1500 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 Charing Cross, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £500 | to £4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £70 | per person |
| From £450 | to £1000 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
Saddle Room at The Coach House
in Charing Cross - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Staff were generally helpful and quick. Location is excellent and the minimum spend is reasonable.’
Studio Bar at Maxwell's Bar and Grill
in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I booked Maxwells for my sisters surprise birthday party.’
The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall
in Whitehall - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I would definitely use the Walkers of Whitehall as a venue for future parties.’
You'll find minimum spend 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 Charing Cross, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £650 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in December 2025
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