Performance Venues for Hire in London

Booking costs of performance venues average £65 hire fee per hour. 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 London, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:

• Theatre/ Function Room at Chats Palace in Hackney Borough - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Good room, good stage, good cantina space, good toilet facilities.’

• The Shaw Theatre - Auditorium at The Shaw Theatre in St Pancras - rated 4.8/5
  Venue said: In the heart of Kings Cross, the 446-seat Shaw Theatre hasplayed host to a wide range of drama, dance, musical theatre and concerts since its opening in 1971.

• Lounge Studio at artsHouse in Camden - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Room was perfect for our needs. Staff were responsive and helpful. No complaints at all!’

You'll find performance 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 London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):

These are the venues within 1.2 mi from central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Entire Venue at Network Theatre on 246a Lower Marsh - 1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Spacious stage, big back stage room to get ready, communication easy.’
• The Buffini Chao Deck at The National Theatre on National Theatre, Upper Ground - 1.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The communication was wonderful. The team was extremely helpful and very pleasant to work with.’
• UNIT 3 Studio 1 at UNIT 3 on 1-3 Brixton Road, Kennington Business Park Unit 3 Canterbury Court - 1.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend this venue. The customer service i received was excellent :)...’

Things that you should consider when hiring a performance venue in London are:

• Your budget –  venues will price their space according to time you will need it for or how many people will be present. Be sure to select a space that will work best with your budget.
• Its capacity and size – You never want to find yourself wishing you had more space or worrying that there won't be enough people to fill the room. Always double check the room capacity in the venue listing.
• Acoustics – If you are performing as a band or as a solo musician, you want to sound your best. Try and find videos of people playing in the venue or check it out for yourself before you book. 
• Equipment – Every venue should have professional sound equipment as standard. People who know how to mix live music are also a must in order to ensure the best possible experience for the performers and the audience.
• Location – Try and find a space that is more centrally located so your guests will have no problem finding suitable public transportation to get to your show.

London is known for having some of the best theatres and performance  venues in the world. Soho has plenty of amazing options for more high profile events that require an elegant venue with larger capacities. If you need something a little more lowkey, then look in areas such as Finsbury and Arden Estate for some smaller venues.

Keeping costs down is as simple as finding smaller venues and booking them. Be aware that many venues will charge on a per hour basis, as opposed to a per person basis, which is good for keeping costs low if you are expecting a lot of people. You also don’t have to worry about keeping everyone fed, as most performance venues have snack stands or bars operated by the venue where the guests pay for themselves.