Opening your own pop up shop in London? West End’s energetic Soho is your dream destination! Historically a red-light district, the area is now popular for its vibrant nightlife, fabulous dining options and retail. Day or night, Soho is always buzzing with activity and attracting a hip crowd that could be your potential clients. The maze of bustling streets and narrow alleyways hides numerous awesome spots for your pop up business. So waste no time, browse through our selection of venues perfect for pop up shops and start selling!
The cost of pop up shops averages around £3200 hire fee per day. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Soho, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £2000 | to £7920 | hire fee per day |
| From £1000 | to £5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £120 | to £300 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Whole Venue at 1 Leicester Square Rooftop
in Chinatown - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘It's in a central location with an excellent panoramic view of the London skyline.’
Entire Venue - Art Gallery at General Assembly Gallery Mayfair
in Mayfair - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘I’ll definitely go back next year but the first floor...’
The Hub on the Square at Arboretum
in The Strand - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Teas, coffees, lunch were all timely and generous. We would book again.’
You'll find pop up shops 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 Soho, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average £120 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average £2500 hire fee per day |
| Large | over 175 guests | prices average £4500 minimum spend per event |
Smaller pop up shops usually fit up to 70 guests standing. Here are some great options in Soho, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Exclusive Venue Hire at The Breakfast Club Soho - Berwick Street - cafe for 45 guests
Venue said: We've got the perfect space for you - Our Caf on Berwick Street! Think beyond just a Caf... We do Breakfast, we do lunch, we do dinner! Berwick Street is ideal for a small celebration.
Studio at Sixty Ink - art studio for 60 guests
Venue said: We can host a number of events, pop up shops, events, we are available for filming and photography, as well as live music events. We have a music licence and can provide basic PA, this is perfect for private shows, listening...
The Private Room at Williams & Hirst - function room for 5 guests
Venue said: Williams & Hirst is a versatile event space designed to help high-end beauty brands make a lasting impression. Located in the heart of Soho, London, it’s easily accessible yet exclusive.
Cheap pop up shops in Soho start from £1800 hire fee per day or £750 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Blank Canvas Art Space at ST.ART Gallery, from £1800 hire fee per day
(up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Great space, would definitely recommend artists / brand owners to host at this location.’
Exclusive Venue Hire at The Breakfast Club Soho - Berwick Street, from £750 minimum spend per event
(up to 45 guests standing)
Venue said: We can host your Network event, awards evening, celebratory Dinner with cocktails and prosecco popping! The Breakfast Club do so much more than Breakfast!
The Private Room at Williams & Hirst, from £110 hire fee per hour
(up to 5 guests standing)
Venue said: Williams & Hirst is a versatile event space designed to help high-end beauty brands make a lasting impression. Located in the heart of Soho, London, it’s easily accessible yet exclusive.
The heart of the district is focused around Old Compton, Frith, Beak and Dean streets near Soho Square. These are some of Soho’s most active areas. For shopping, people typically choose Regent, Carnaby and Oxford streets. Try to find a venue for your pop up shop near any of those regions and get yourself noticed.
Page last updated in September 2026
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