Party venues around The Strand in London are a hoot! Covent Garden and Temple are brimming with speakeasies, stylish clubs, cocktail bars, and themed pubs—perfect for activity-filled birthdays or corporate socials. Just a stone's throw away, Whitehall and Embankment, close to Trafalgar Square and the Thames, offer private dining rooms for a classy event and rooftop bars ideal for those spring/summer gatherings. Explore Tagvenue to compare options and pick your favourite party venue!
Booking costs of party 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 The Strand, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From £900 | to £5400 | minimum spend per event |
| From £43 | to £70 | per person |
| From £50 | to £120 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
Entire Venue at Clipper Lounge EMB
in The Strand - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The staff could not have been friendlier, bartenders were brilliant, and the location is exceptional.’
The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall
in Whitehall - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The location was great for my 50th birthday party. Very central and easy for guests to get to.’
The Mercury - with Bar at Blame Gloria Covent Garden
in Covent Garden - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves and the venue was a perfect fit for us as some of our party didn't show...’
You'll find party 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 The Strand, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £900 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 160 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 240 guests | prices average £9500 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 120 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1560 hire fee per event | typically between 30 and 250 guests |
| Bar | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 120 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £750 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 60 guests |
| Pub | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 80 guests |
Page last updated in June 2026
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