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Top Private Bars in Bloomsbury
Planning a drinks event here comes with more character than you might expect. Private bars in Bloomsbury include hidden cocktail dens, moody lounge spaces, and rooftop bars suited to birthdays, after-work drinks, and private parties. Around Russell Square and the British Museum, you’ll find venues that appeal to both locals and visitors, with options for different group sizes, budgets, and styles. Browse the listings below and find a space that fits your plans.
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![Downstairs Private Bar at Royal Cocktail Exchange in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityDownstairs Private Bar
45 guestsRoyal Cocktail ExchangeGoodge Street StationBloomsbury, LondonOur full food menu is also available, as well as seasonal selections of quality wines and beers. The Development Bar and Table, the downstairs private bar, would be considered a secret if it wasn’t arguably the heart of the -
![The Beach Bar at The Montague on the Gardens in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Beach Bar
200 guestsThe Montague on the GardensRussell Square StationBloomsbury, LondonAAnthea D.
“We loved the beach venue. Sonia and her team were very professional and accommodating.” -
![Whole Venue at Amelie's Wine House in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
55 guestsAmelie's Wine HouseGoodge Street StationBloomsbury, LondonGGeorgina
“Having whole venue - intimate and Christmassy. Good nibbles, nice wine. Understated but friendly service.” -
![Subterranean Terrace at The Bloomsbury Club in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySubterranean Terrace
40 guestsThe Bloomsbury ClubTottenham Court Road StationBloomsbury, LondonThe Bloomsbury Club's subterranean terrace provides the perfect setting for your next gathering or group booking. The outside grotto is a vision of monochromatic floor tiles underfoot and twinkling fairy lights overhead. -
![The Belle Bar & Roof Terrace at Carpenters Arms in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Belle Bar & Roof Terrace
80 guestsCarpenters ArmsGoodge Street StationBloomsbury, LondonSSarah S.
“The Belle Bar is a great venue with the roof terrace and its own private bar.” -
![Full Venue at Vagabond Charlotte Street in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFull Venue
110 guestsVagabond Charlotte StreetGoodge Street StationBloomsbury, LondonVagabond Charlotte Street is a fantastic venue located in the heart of gastronomic Fitzrovia, making it the perfect choice for foodies and wine lovers alike. -
![Ground Floor Bar at Curzon Bloomsbury in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £250
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityGround Floor Bar
150 guestsCurzon BloomsburyRussell Square StationBloomsbury, LondonWith a capacity to accommodate up to 150 standing guests, the Ground Floor Bar is an ideal venue for everything from private parties to corporate gatherings. -
![The Drawing Room at The Marquis Cornwallis in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Drawing Room
100 guestsThe Marquis CornwallisRussell Square StationBloomsbury, London
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SSuresh L.
“Staff at the private room bar was very helpful.” -
![The Feather's Lounge at The Prince of Wales Feathers in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Feather's Lounge
50 guestsThe Prince of Wales FeathersWarren Street StationBloomsbury, LondonSSean
“Good selection of drinks downstairs and could have had the private bar outside if we so chose.” -
![The Hideaway at Vagabond Charlotte Street in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Hideaway
30 guestsVagabond Charlotte StreetGoodge Street StationBloomsbury, LondonThe cosy ambiance of the space makes it an ideal spot for private functions, including birthday celebrations, family gatherings or team nights out. What's more, guests will have exclusive access to two self-service wine machines, -
![Full Venue at Flight Club Bloomsbury in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £11385
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
250 guestsFlight Club BloomsburyTottenham Court Road StationBloomsbury, LondonThis unique carousel-themed venue offers the perfect setting for private parties and corporate team building sessions. Just steps away from Tottenham Court Road, the bar boasts easy accessibility from all corners of London. -
![Mezzanine at All Bar One New Oxford Street in Bloomsbury, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
60 guestsAll Bar One New Oxford StreetTottenham Court Road StationBloomsbury, LondonAll Bar One New Oxford Street is a stylish space for spirited people to meet. We’re all about celebrating life and sharing food, drink and experiences.
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“We hired the terrace for 40 people for a big hen party, they allowed us to decorate the space.”
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“The venue was just perfect for my event and the acoustic of the theatre was gorgeous.”
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FAQs about Top Private Bars in Bloomsbury
Booking costs of private bars average £1500 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 Bloomsbury, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £500 | to £3014 | minimum spend per event |
| From £40 | to £72 | per person |
| From £390 | to £1080 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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Downstairs Private Bar at Royal Cocktail Exchange in Fitzrovia - rated 5/5
Venue said: The Development Bar and Table, the downstairs private bar, would be considered a secret if it wasn’t arguably the heart of the venue - more space for seating and standing, a vast range of spirits and cocktails also with full... -
The Belle Bar & Roof Terrace at Carpenters Arms in Fitzrovia - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Very nicely furnished with big comfy Chesterfields all about too, and its own bar (very important!).’ -
The Beach Bar at The Montague on the Gardens in Bloomsbury - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We loved the beach venue.’
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 Bloomsbury, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average £360 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event |
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