Big plans, small budget? Holborn has many minimum spend venues where you can party without a flat hire fee. Whether it’s a small cocktail bar near Chancery Lane, a stylish pub off High Holborn, or a private dining room where you only pay for food and drinks, you’ll find a spot that suits your vibe. Why pay for the room when you can put that money towards great drinks and tasty bites instead? From birthday bashes to after-work gatherings, these venues let you celebrate without stress. Check out the best options on our listings and book your perfect spot today!
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 Holborn, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £1000 | to £3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £27 | to £85 | per person |
| From £1000 | to £3000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden
in Holborn - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic service. Prompt responses and really professional and helpful. Bar staff were great.’
Cellar Bar at Sir Christopher Hatton
in Farringdon - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Pub is in an excellent location and the room downstairs is perfect for a quiz night.’
Main Bar at The Queens Head
in Holborn - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was perfect for us. No rental fee, just a very reasonable minimum spend.’
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 Holborn, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 65 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average £2160 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in December 2025
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