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Top Free Hire Venues in Hackney Borough
Want a fantastic space without the hefty hire fee? Minimum spend venues in Hackney Borough let you enjoy a private space while only paying for what you eat and drink. Perfect for birthdays, office parties, or spontaneous celebrations, these spots range from industrial-chic spaces in Hoxton to quirky pubs in London Fields. With venues offering everything from live DJs to customised menus, you’ll find the perfect event location without breaking the bank. Check out our best minimum spend venues below!
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![Games Space at The Shoreditch Arms in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGames Space
40 guestsThe Shoreditch ArmsOld Street StationHackney Borough, LondonHHolly
“The bar manager was very helpful when trying to resolve the issue with the minimum spend refund.” -
![Louie's at Red Dog Saloon Hoxton in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityLouie's
180 guestsRed Dog Saloon HoxtonOld Street StationHackney Borough, London
#Supervenue
AAmanda H.
“Excellent communication from venue manager ahead of booking to sort bar tab/food.” -
![Discotheque at Queen of Hoxton in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityDiscotheque
100 guestsQueen of HoxtonLiverpool Street StationHackney Borough, LondonJJosephine O.
“The event was great! And venue looked amazing!” -
![Moustache Bar at Moustache Bar Dalston in Dalston, Hackney Borough]()
from £900
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMoustache Bar
120 guestsMoustache Bar DalstonDalston Kingsland StationDalston, Hackney BoroughAAndrea N.
“Really great venue and lovely staff!” -
![Ground Floor at 26 Curtain Road in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGround Floor
80 guests26 Curtain RoadOld Street StationHackney Borough, London
#Supervenue
DDagmar Z.
“Best venue for private events in London!” -
![The JubJub at Callooh Callay Shoreditch in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £700
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe JubJub
40 guestsCallooh Callay ShoreditchOld Street StationHackney Borough, London
#Supervenue
JJayana
“I would 100% hire this venue again, and my guests kept commenting on how great they thought it was.” -
![Entire Venue at Bonkers Bar in Stoke Newington, Hackney Borough]()
from £250
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityEntire Venue
150 guestsBonkers BarDalston Kingsland StationStoke Newington, Hackney BoroughLLena Q.
“The bar staff, management, security and cloakroom attendant were all so friendly and helpful.” -
![Cottons Club Shoreditch at Cottons Shoreditch in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCottons Club Shoreditch
120 guestsCottons ShoreditchOld Street StationHackney Borough, London
#Supervenue
SSimi A.
“The venue itself is lovely - clean, nicely decorated, and a great spot if you have a large group.” -
![Back Lounge at Callooh Callay Shoreditch in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £700
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBack Lounge
50 guestsCallooh Callay ShoreditchOld Street StationHackney Borough, London
#Supervenue
YYaa A.
“Great space and location, excellent cocktails, staff were super friendly and helpful!” -
![Games Room at The Cocktail Club Old Street in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGames Room
60 guestsThe Cocktail Club Old StreetOld Street StationHackney Borough, LondonMMark D.
“The bar is in a great location with it being very central and close to tube stations and other good spots.” -
![Hoxton Underbelly at Gigi's Hoxton in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHoxton Underbelly
200 guestsGigi's HoxtonOld Street StationHackney Borough, London
#Supervenue
DDiana
“The bar staff were impeccable and extremely accommodating. The space is great and super professional.” -
![Mosaic Clapton bar at Mosaic Clapton Wine Bar in Hackney Borough, London]()
from £250
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMosaic Clapton bar
60 guestsMosaic Clapton Wine BarClapton StationHackney Borough, London
#Supervenue
TTalloulah M.
“Anyone looking to rent a place for an event, birthday, party whatever it is, this is the place!”
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Book Small Venues with Minimum Spend in Hackney Borough
from £500
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Chips n Dat
Dalston Junction Station
Dalston, Hackney Borough
Our talented mixologists are always coming up with new and innovative drinks, so there's always something new to try. We also offer a great selection of food, from small plates to sharing platters, our menu has something
from £500
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Section at The RailwayTavern
30
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The Railway Tavern N16
Dalston Kingsland Station
Hackney Borough, London
This is a listing for a private area at The Railway Tavern N16. This area can be expanded to seat up to 50 people, with more capacity standing. It has direct line of sight to a large TV screen, a fireplace that is lit throughout
from £100
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The Front Room
20
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Pub on the Park
London Fields Station
Hackney, Hackney Borough
Pub on the Park is a versatile venue ideal for all types of events, whether they be weddings, birthdays, corporate meetings or a family Sunday lunch. With a sprawlling and covered outdoor area, alongside two private function
from £500
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Cottons Bar Shoreditch
40
Cottons Bar Shoreditch
Old Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
#Supervenue
Welcome to our newly opened cocktail bar in Old Street, Shoreditch—an exceptional venue for private events. Whether it's a corporate gathering, private party, or special celebration, our space is perfect for serving delicious
from £800
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Matilda's Basement Bar
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35
My Neighbours The Dumplings
Hackney Downs Station
Hackney Borough, London
Our 'Speakeasy- esque' lower bar can seat up to 25 guests max and 30 standing. Once a Sake bar now opened up for food service is a romantic space for small gatherings and small plates.
from £70
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Event Space
30
40
Dalston Events Space
Dalston Kingsland Station
Dalston, Hackney Borough
Built with reclaimed materials, The Warehouse is a spacious 80 sq m venue with a capacity of 40, restrooms, a changing area, and plentiful storage. You can connect to the DNA café bar for added fa lexibility in your setup.
Find Affordable Free Hire Venues in Hackney Borough
from £15
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Garden Oasis
50
100
The Clissold Park Tavern
Hackney Borough, London
Available at incredibly competetive prices, get in touch with our events team today and lets craft your prefect garden party. We are available 7 days a week We also offer full venue hire, get in touch for your bespoke quote
from £50
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Basement Venue
50
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Ryan's N16
Stoke Newington Station
Stoke Newington, Hackney Borough
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Yazz J.
“Brilliant venue with such a kind, helpful and welcoming team! Thank you so much, we all had such a great time.”
“Brilliant venue with such a kind, helpful and welcoming team! Thank you so much, we all had such a great time.”
from £100
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The Den
20
60
Ballie Ballerson
Old Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
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Daniel C.
“Wenny was particularly helpful throughout the booking process, answering any and all questions that I had”
“Wenny was particularly helpful throughout the booking process, answering any and all questions that I had”
from £100
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Timber Yard- Exclusive Area
35
50
Barrio Shoreditch
Old Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
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Laura M.
“Our second christmas party here, both times have been fantastic, the venue is perfect for large party groups.”
“Our second christmas party here, both times have been fantastic, the venue is perfect for large party groups.”
from £150
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The Flat
70
70
The Old Blue Last
Old Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
The space would be completely private, with its own bar, dedicated staff, and restrooms conveniently located on the same level. You are able to control the playlists via your own Phone, etc.
from £500
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Upstairs Bar
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Ringside
Old Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
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Adjuba W.
“Would absolutely recommend and would 100% use the venue again for future events. Thanks again for everything!”
“Would absolutely recommend and would 100% use the venue again for future events. Thanks again for everything!”
Browse Popular Bars with Minimum Spend Offers
from £500
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Main bar area
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Copper Cats
Dalston Junction Station
Dalston, Hackney Borough
#Supervenue
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Lisa S.
“It's a cute bar, with a quirky homely feel and everyone that attended the party loved the venue!”
“It's a cute bar, with a quirky homely feel and everyone that attended the party loved the venue!”
from £1000
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The Basement
50
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The Cornershop Bar
Old Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
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Emily P.
“Perfect venue for a party: lights, music, bar. Had an absolute blast here for my 80’s themed 30th.”
“Perfect venue for a party: lights, music, bar. Had an absolute blast here for my 80’s themed 30th.”
from £200
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hire fee / per day
Aura X Basement Bar
100
180
Aura X
Old Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
S
Serpil D.
“We had an amazing experience at The Shoreditch Bar! From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect.”
“We had an amazing experience at The Shoreditch Bar! From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect.”
from £1500
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Full Venue
100
140
Fontaine's Bar
Rectory Road Station
Stoke Newington, Hackney Borough
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Matt H.
“We hired Fontaine’s Bamboo Bar for an event with friends and had a fantastic experience from start to end.”
“We hired Fontaine’s Bamboo Bar for an event with friends and had a fantastic experience from start to end.”
from £500
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minimum spend / per morning
Entire Venue
40
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Ringside
Old Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
K
Krishan P.
“If anyone is looking for a nice bar for their event, this is the place!”
“If anyone is looking for a nice bar for their event, this is the place!”
from £400
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minimum spend / per day
Main Bar
100
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Trapeze Bar
Old Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
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Amina
“Great bar staff, good location, thoroughly enjoyed our event!”
“Great bar staff, good location, thoroughly enjoyed our event!”
Hackney Borough’s Finest Restaurants for Minimum Spend Events
from £180
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Private Bar & Dining Room
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Si Hombre! Was…BLACK PIG WITH WHITE PEARLS
Rectory Road Station
Stoke Newington, Hackney Borough
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Peter H.
“Staff are very friendly and helpful, it's a nice space and ou can order food from the restaurant upstairs.”
“Staff are very friendly and helpful, it's a nice space and ou can order food from the restaurant upstairs.”
from £500
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minimum spend / per session
Bar Area
50
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Chips n Dat
Dalston Junction Station
Dalston, Hackney Borough
R
Richprice A.
“The interior design, the space was very good as well. The food was top notch! as well as the drinks”
“The interior design, the space was very good as well. The food was top notch! as well as the drinks”
from £550
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Full Private Hire
60
75
Caldera
London Fields Station
Hackney, Hackney Borough
Welcome to Caldera, a Mexican-inspired restaurant and bar in the heart of London Fields, Hackney. Our passion lies in crafting delectable Mexican-inspired dishes, featuring an array of tantalising options, from savoury tacos
from £350
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Full Restaurant
30
65
La Bibliotheque
Haggerston Station
Dalston, Hackney Borough
Our ground floor restaurant is the perfect space for all occasions, birthday celebrations, dinner parties and leaving dos, hen dos, stag dos, product launches, networking events, meet-ups, corporate events, and work meetings.
from £800
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Hanging Garden
50
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My Neighbours The Dumplings
Hackney Downs Station
Hackney Borough, London
You can find our Hanging Garden Room at the back of our restaurant in Clapton. It has a split level, so this space can be used for semi -private large bookings from 15 - 26 or hired fully for up to 50 guests seated or 60
from £2000
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Full Venue
120
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Camino Shoreditch
Liverpool Street Station
Hackney Borough, London
R
Robert G.
“I would highly recommend renting Camino Shoreditch as an event space.”
“I would highly recommend renting Camino Shoreditch as an event space.”
FAQs about Top Free Hire Venues in Hackney Borough
Booking costs of minimum spend venues average £800 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 Hackney Borough, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From £500 | to £1200 | minimum spend per event |
| From £100 | to £200 | hire fee per hour |
| From £250 | to £400 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
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Louie's at Red Dog Saloon Hoxton in Hackney Borough - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Drinks were delicious! Highly recommend the space! Communication for the booking was super smooth.’ -
Moustache Bar at Moustache Bar Dalston in Dalston - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Good value for money, perfect venue for a birthday party.’ -
Discotheque at Queen of Hoxton in City of London - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘And venue looked amazing! Staff made everything run smoothly and were so extremely helpful!’
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 Hackney Borough, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 140 guests | prices average £900 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £1000 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:
| Bar | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 90 and 150 guests |
| Lounge | prices average £700 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
| Pub | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 100 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 200 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 200 guests |
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Verified Reviews of Minimum Spend Venues in Hackney Borough
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Booked Main bar area at Copper Cats
Copper Cats was fantastic from start to finish. The team were incredibly accommodating, patient, and reassuring, especially with the many questions I had along the way, which really put me at ease during the planning process.
The venue itself is beautifully versatile and can be adapted to suit different styles and occasions, which made it perfect for our event. Everything ran smoothly on the day, and the atmosphere was exactly what we had hoped for.
The food was a real highlight, absolutely delicious and enjoyed by all of our guests. We received so many compliments about the quality and variety, which made it even more special.
I would highly recommend Copper Cats to anyone planning an event. Their service, attention to detail, and overall experience were exceptional.
SB
Booked Exclusive Hire at The 1 Bar
Wow, everything from start to finish was just incredible. The venue is absolutely perfect (we had our engagement party here with about 70 guests) and the vibe was immaculate. All of the staff were brilliant, from Alicia the events manager, to the bar manager, to the security and bar staff! All were so lovely and such a fun lot to be around. Also highly recommend the DJ that the bar recommended!
LT
Booked Main Hall & Balcony at Leaside
Excellent communication and service from all staff, Ian’s communication was excellent and accommodating. Dylan was very welcoming and an amazing host.
CB
Booked The Basement at Well Street Pizza
I had an incredible 27th Birthday at Well Street Pizza. The Venue was beautiful and different to other venues. My friends were complimenting how 'cool' and 'edgy' the venue was, especially, the bar area as seen on the pictures. A mix of table and chairs (which some can be removed - if requested), therefore, your guests have a choice to either dance or seat down to socialise.
The bartenders were amazing and very hospitable, Chrissie and Kate, who took every request I asked for, such as bringing my cake in exactly at 11.30pm. My guest also complimented how fast the service was, with the number of people I had in the party. You can also order food too with cocktails. The drinks were really good value for London prices too, so a lot of my guest end up ordering a lot of drinks/food the night.
The decorations - you can bring your own. However, if you want to tape decorations around the venue, it is advice to use blueback only. They do also clean up everything, after the party!
My main contact and organiser was Lucy, and she's been amazing to extend the time for my party too, without extra charge. Lucy's responses are very fast and answers all my enquiries in details.
The whole process has been amazing for me! I would hire or recommend it to everyone!
KK
Booked Hoxton Underbelly at Gigi's Hoxton
The venue was amazing. It was perfect for my birthday party. The food was delicious and the staff were very helpful. I would totally recommend.
BC
Booked The Studio at Motherlight Studios
Super venue and super service. They went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. Thanks again all 😊
AL
Booked Main Space at Late Night Railway Arch in Hackney
It was quite secure and limited strangers from coming in. It was also very easy to find as it stood out a lot.
JP
Booked Photography Studio at Infinity Cove Photo Studio
Great space and it’s owner is really nice. Good communication and great price. Highly recommended!
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