The 16 Best Private Bars for Hire in Bank, London

Q: How much does it cost to book bar venues in Bank?

Booking costs of private bars average £1000 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 Bank, based on Tagvenue data: - From £500 to £2500 minimum spend per event - From £33 to £50 per person - From £1000 to £1897 hire fee per event

Q: What are some small bar spaces in Bank?

Smaller private bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Bank, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026: - The Green Room at Balls Brothers Austin Friars, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 26 guests. Our user said: ‘The venue was excellent and perfect for exclusive hire. The food was good quality and plenty of it.’ - Private Bar at City Arts Bar, rated 5/5 - bar for 30 guests. Venue said: To keep things intimate, we also have a fully private bar for up to 30 guests. There are multiple bus stops within a five-minute walk. City Arts is easy to reach and even easier to stay in! - Wilkinson (Gallery Bar) at The Side Hustle, St Pauls - event space for 50 guests. Venue said: Wilkinson is a semi-private space with a more private feel. It works for smaller functions and client entertaining. It features a private bar and a flatscreen TV for casual evenings.

Q: What are some affordable bar venues in Bank?

Cheap private bars in Bank start from £350 minimum spend per event or £10 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026: - The Bar at The Walbrook Club, from £350 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing). Our user said: ‘The venue is great with very welcoming and outstanding staff.’ - Bar & Lounge at Locke Millennium Bridge, from £10 per person (up to 80 guests standing). Our user said: ‘The venue itself was perfect for this type of event: modern, stylish, clean and incredibly welcoming.’ - Arch 1 at The Banker, from £50 hire fee per event (up to 35 guests standing). Venue said: An intimate space for up to 30 people, the arch can be arranged to suit your requirements - set up with tables and chairs for dining, or more formally for a business meeting.

FAQs about Top Private Bars in Bank

How much does it cost to book bar venues in Bank?

Booking costs of private bars average £1000 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 Bank, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of private bars in Bank as of September, 2026
From £500	to £2500	minimum spend per event
From £33	to £50	per person
From £1000	to £1897	hire fee per event

What are the top bar spaces available in Bank?

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

The Club at Core in Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Everyone had a good time and I would highly recommend Core Bar as a party venue.’
Whole Venue at Balls Brothers Austin Friars in Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is detached from main venue. Very private, own bar and spacious.’
Lounge at Broadwood Pub & Kitchen in Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Lovely venue, clean, food was lovely, staff were friendly and attentive. Location was great.’

What are the typical capacities of bars for events in Bank?

You'll find private bars 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 Bank, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

Small	up to 50 guests	prices average £550 minimum spend per event
Medium	between 70 and 120 guests	prices average £1188 minimum spend per event
Large	over 130 guests	prices average £2500 minimum spend per event

What are some small bar spaces in Bank?

Smaller private bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Bank, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

The Green Room at Balls Brothers Austin Friars, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 26 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue was excellent and perfect for exclusive hire. The food was good quality and plenty of it.’
Private Bar at City Arts Bar, rated 5/5 - bar for 30 guests
Venue said: To keep things intimate, we also have a fully private bar for up to 30 guests. There are multiple bus stops within a five-minute walk. City Arts is easy to reach and even easier to stay in!
Wilkinson (Gallery Bar) at The Side Hustle, St Pauls - event space for 50 guests
Venue said: Wilkinson is a semi-private space with a more private feel. It works for smaller functions and client entertaining. It features a private bar and a flatscreen TV for casual evenings.

What are some affordable bar venues in Bank?

Cheap private bars in Bank start from £350 minimum spend per event or £10 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

The Bar at The Walbrook Club, from £350 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue is great with very welcoming and outstanding staff.’
Bar & Lounge at Locke Millennium Bridge, from £10 per person (up to 80 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue itself was perfect for this type of event: modern, stylish, clean and incredibly welcoming.’
Arch 1 at The Banker, from £50 hire fee per event (up to 35 guests standing)
Venue said: An intimate space for up to 30 people, the arch can be arranged to suit your requirements - set up with tables and chairs for dining, or more formally for a business meeting.

What events can you host at bars for events in Bank?

In Bank, private bars are most commonly booked for 25 to 85 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Party	Usually between £900 and £3,800.	User who booked The Club at Core for 50 guests said: ‘Very professional and helpful team. made the nnight a huge success...’
Christmas Party	Usually between £2,500 and £7,800.	User who booked Whole Venue at Balls Brothers Austin Friars for 150 guests said: ‘Lovely venue, friendly staff.’
Private Dining	Usually between £500 and £1,000.	User who booked The Nest at Wagtail for 5 guests said: ‘everything about the venue was lovely!’
Birthday Party	Usually between £600 and £2,600.	User who booked Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Monument for 35 guests said: ‘Had my birthday party here and it was absolutely amazing!’
Corporate Event	Usually between £1,500 and £3,000.	User who booked 180 Club at Balls Brothers Austin Friars for 15 guests said: ‘180 Club was great, looks as advertised. Friendly staff, professional service, good for an event...’