Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Farringdon, London

Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Farringdon, London

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Top Free Hire Venues in Farringdon

Who said parties need to cost a fortune? Want a killer venue without a scary hire fee? Farringdon’s minimum spend venues let you book for free—just spend your money on drinks and food instead! Whether you're hosting a birthday bash, office gathering, or just a “because we can” party, this area’s got bars, lounges, and private rooms where you only pay for what you eat and drink. More money for cocktails and less money on room hire—it’s a win-win. Find a venue that fits your budget and party needs, and let the good times roll!

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Lounge
from £100
minimum spend / per session
Lounge
20
40
Balfour St Bart's
(25)
Barbican Station
Farringdon, London
Function Room in a Pub
Semi-private area
With transparent pricing and no hidden costs, you can focus on what matters most, celebrating with the people you love while we take care of the rest.
The Meeting Room
from £200
minimum spend / per session
The Meeting Room
26
30
The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver
Barbican Station
Farringdon, London
Event Space in a Pub
Private space
Tucked away on our mezzanine, our private meeting room offers the perfect balance of productivity and atmosphere. Ideal for team meetings, presentations, and private gatherings, the space features a large screen TV for presentations,
The Chocolate Cocktail Club
from £365
minimum spend / per evening
The Chocolate Cocktail Club
30
10
The Chocolate Cocktail Club
(1)
Farringdon Station
Farringdon, London
Cocktail Bar
Whole venue
We offer private hire of our Farringdon Venue on Tuesday evenings 6.30pm 10.30pm. 30 Seated / 10 standing. Up to a maximum of 40 guests We offer a menu of 20 chocolate cocktails, other drinks such as:
The Chocolate Cocktail Club
from £365
minimum spend / per session
The Chocolate Cocktail Club
28
10
The Chocolate Cocktail Club
(1)
Farringdon Station
Farringdon, London
Cocktail Bar
Whole venue
Our mouth-watering cocktails range from creamy and intense to cool and refreshing, each drink is garnished with a treat to get the taste buds flowing, what's not to love.
The Mezzanine
from £720
hire fee / per session
The Mezzanine
14
14
87 Barts Close
(10)
Barbican Station
Farringdon, London
Dining Room in a Hall
Private space
This is our brand-new meeting and dining space with options for views into the Great Hall or total privacy. We consider this to be perfect for private and, Directors’ dining and private meetings - discrete, opulent and absolutely
The Mezzanine
from £1000
minimum spend / per day
The Mezzanine
60
80
The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver
Barbican Station
Farringdon, London
Dining Room in a Pub
Semi-private area
Our mezzanine is a welcoming private space located on the second floor of the pub, available for exclusive hire. Accommodating up to 60 seated guests or 80 standing, it’s the perfect setting for birthdays, team socials, networking
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Browse Popular Bars with Minimum Spend Offers

Balfour Bar
from £500
minimum spend / per session
Balfour Bar
20
45
Balfour St Bart's
(25)
Barbican Station
Farringdon, London
Pub
Private space
Overlooking Smithfield Market, Balfour Bar at Balfour St Bart’s offers a comfortable, relaxed space with a private bar for up to 40 guests. Enjoy English sparkling wine and canapes.
Partial Hire - Lower Ground
from £15
per person / per session
Partial Hire - Lower Ground
36
80
Gigi's Bar Restaurant
(2)
Farringdon Station
Farringdon, London
Dining Room in a Bar
Private space
Located in the heart of Farringdon, Gigi's Bar and Restaurant beckons with an invitation to indulge in a symphony of flavors and entertainment. From the moment you enter, you're transported into a realm where culinary excellence
The Bar
from £400
minimum spend / per day
The Bar
40
Camino Farringdon
Farringdon Station
Farringdon, London
Restaurant
Shared space
The bar at Camino Farringdon is a lively spot for standing events, after-work drinks, and informal celebrations. It holds up to 40 guests with some relaxed seating.
Wine Bar
from £600
minimum spend / per session
Wine Bar
22
33
GUSTO - Wine Bar & Restaurant
Barbican Station
Farringdon, London
Restaurant
Semi-private area
Our Wine Bar is a cosy space for intimate dinners, birthdays, and private parties, accommodating up to 22 people seated and 35 standing. Its key features include a bottle display and flexible seating with a view of the street.
Farringdon Tap Pub
from £2000
hire fee / per session
Farringdon Tap Pub
150
Farringdon Tap
Farringdon Station
Farringdon, London
Bar in a Pub
Whole venue
The basement offers extra seating and houses two private karaoke booths. An intimate mezzanine on the upper floor provides a view of the bar area below and is reached by a spiral staircase.
Main Bar
from £3000
minimum spend / per day
Main Bar
70
191
Sir Christopher Hatton
(56)
Chancery Lane Station
Farringdon, London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Pub
Whole venue
B
Boris B.
“The security was also more than helpful. I aim to book The Sir Christopher Hatton again for next years reunion”
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Farringdon’s Finest Restaurants for Minimum Spend Events

Entire Venue
from £2000
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
60
78
GUSTO - Wine Bar & Restaurant
Barbican Station
Farringdon, London
Restaurant
Whole venue
An entire restaurant split across three rooms, suitable for social gatherings, anniversaries, birthday parties, and corporate functions for up to 60 guests seated.
Entire Venue
from £1000
minimum spend / per day
Entire Venue
88
120
Vivat Bacchus Farringdon
Farringdon Station
Farringdon, London
Restaurant
Private space
Nestled in the heart of Farringdon, our restaurant offers four exclusive private event spaces, each named after renowned wine regions in South Africa. Perfectly suited for a wide range of occasions—from business meetings
The Farringdon Private Room
from £100
minimum spend / per afternoon
The Farringdon Private Room
30
35
Vinoteca Farringdon
Farringdon Station
Farringdon, London
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
The original Vinoteca, recently renovated, a cosy wine bar & restaurant serving Farringdon with great wine & food for almost 20 years. Vinoteca di Sartoria Farringdon offers a flexible setting for group dining and private
The Crypt
from £8500
minimum spend / per session
The Crypt
126
200
Bleeding Heart
(18)
Farringdon Station
Farringdon, London
Banqueting Hall in a Restaurant
Private space
Today The Crypt offers food, wine and service from the iconic Bleeding Heart French Restaurant next door - though sadly Swans are no longer on the menu.
Entire Venue
from £6600
minimum spend / per afternoon
Entire Venue
35
45
Restaurant St. Barts
Barbican Station
Farringdon, London
Restaurant
Whole venue
Restaurant St. Barts is the culmination of passion & hard work from three long-term friends Johnnie, Luke & Toby – the team behind Nest restaurant in Hackney & Nest Farmhouse in Norfolk.
Mixology area
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
Mixology area
40
40
The Fable
(28)
Farringdon Station
Farringdon, London
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
E
Ellie R.
“On the day the Christmas décor and vibe in the space were great, and the food really impressed too.”
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Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Farringdon, London

FAQs about Top Free Hire Venues in Farringdon

Booking costs of minimum spend venues average £2000 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 Farringdon, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:

Prices of minimum spend venues in Farringdon
From £1000 to £3000 minimum spend per event
From £720 to £2838 hire fee per event
From £1000 to £1300 hire fee per day

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

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 Farringdon, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):

Small up to 45 guests prices average £600 minimum spend per event
Medium between 60 and 100 guests prices average £2000 minimum spend per event
Large over 120 guests prices average £5000 minimum spend per event

Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for minimum spend venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Pub prices average £1000 minimum spend per event typically between 50 and 100 guests
Restaurant prices average £2000 minimum spend per event typically between 100 and 120 guests
Dining Room prices average £2000 minimum spend per event typically between 40 and 65 guests
Bar prices average £5000 hire fee per event typically between 100 and 120 guests
Cocktail Bar prices average £550 minimum spend per event typically between 30 and 100 guests

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