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 £2100 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 £900 | to £5700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £43 | to £90 | per person |
| From £1500 | to £6600 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Entire Venue at Clipper Lounge EMB
in The Strand - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We had a wonderful anniversary party at Clipper Lounge.’
La Scala Room at Opera Tavern
in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Also a big thank you to Irina for her amazing communication, patience and kindness during the booking process.’
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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 180 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 240 guests | prices average £8000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 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 150 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £700 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 60 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £2220 hire fee per day | typically between 120 and 250 guests |
| Bar | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 170 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 150 and 200 guests |
Smaller party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in The Strand, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Liberty Room at Smith & Wollensky, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 32 guests
Our user said: ‘Lierty room was intimate and private.’
Private Dining Room at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden, rated 4.4/5 - dining room for 15 guests
Our user said: ‘Nothing was too much trouble, and she coped well with the 'small people' at the lunch!’
Chandos at Brydges Place Club, rated 5/5 - lounge for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Fantastic atmospheric venue in an unbelievable location.’
Cheap party venues in The Strand start from £500 minimum spend per event or £1200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Constabulary at Bow Street Tavern, from £500 minimum spend per event
(up to 30 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The space was amazing - we were on the roof terrace and had our own bar set up. Very reasonable minimum spend.’
Main Lounge at Arboretum, from £1200 hire fee per event
(up to 200 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We would highly recommend this venue to others.’
VIP Oche Room at Oche, from £17 per person
(up to 24 guests standing)
Venue said: The versatility of this space really opens the doors for many types of private events from birthday parties to that work activity day! In our exquisite private space, you can enjoy an exceptional range of shared plates inspired...
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