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Ready to elevate your gathering in the City of London? Explore private bars around Leadenhall Market, Bishopsgate, Clerkenwell and beyond! From cosy pubs to chic cocktail lounges, these areas set the stage for an unforgettable private event. So, the City's bars are the answer whether you're after a laid-back vibe or a touch of elegance. Discover your options for premier private bars on Tagvenue, choose your favourite spot, and let the good times roll in these fantastic City venues.
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Looking to host a special occasion? Ginger Lily Bar & Lounge is available for private events, from corporate mixers and birthday celebrations to cocktail receptions and intimate gatherings.
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 City of London, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £500 | and £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £15 | and £120 | per person |
| Typically between £500 | and £1500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
Backstage at Eastcheap Records
in Tower Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘A massive thank you to eastcheap records! Bar staff, management and bouncers were so friendly and helpful.’
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.’
Soda Room at The Botanist Broadgate Circle
in City of London - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Help with managing our bar tab. Great mixologists. Helpful with planning our event. Great 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 City of London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £550 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 170 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
Ferus Suite at Savage Garden, rated 4.9/5 - function room for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘We had such a lovely experience celebrating my birthday at Savage Garden.’
The Speakeasy at MNM, rated 4.8/5 - cocktail bar for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘the space fit 40 people comfortably, it isn’t huge but it’s nice for a small party with a dj.’
Straits Bar at Pan Pacific London, rated 4.1/5 - bar for 40 guests
Venue said: Available for exclusive hire for up to 40 guests, the space features a full bar with premium spirits, an extensive wine list, as well as the option to include a canapés or a custom food menu from our restaurant.
Ferus Suite at Savage Garden, from £1000 hire fee per day
(up to 60 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We had such a lovely experience celebrating my birthday at Savage Garden.’
Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Monument, from £10 per person
(up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘A great space suitable for the size of group we had.’
The Bar at The Walbrook Club, from £370 hire fee per hour
(up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue is great with very welcoming and outstanding staff.’
In City of London, private bars are most commonly booked for 40 to 100 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of November 2026:
| Party | Usually between £900 and £3,800. |
User who booked The Speakeasy at MNM for 25 guests
said: ‘MNM was a great place to host my 30th birthday party.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £2,800 and £8,700. |
User who booked Whole Venue at Balls Brothers Austin Friars for 150 guests
said: ‘Lovely venue, friendly staff.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £750 and £3,000. |
User who booked Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Monument for 35 guests
said: ‘Had my birthday party here and it was absolutely amazing!’ |
| Drinks Reception | Usually between £600 and £2,600. |
User who booked Backstage at Eastcheap Records for 150 guests
said: ‘The vibe - our guests loved the look and feel...’ |
| Engagement Party | Usually between £1,500 and £3,500. |
User who booked Soda Room at The Botanist Broadgate Circle for 140 guests
said: ‘Cloakroom Facilities: The inclusion of a dedicated cloakroom was a very thoughtful touch for our guests.’ |
It was such a vibe! Loved that it was a private room with its own bar. The bar tender was lovely and the other staff nice too. The air con was so great to have as it was such a hot day. Being able to play my own music was great too. I would definitely book it again!
The venue was perfect. We had around 50 people, and there was just the right amount of space, so it did not feel cramped. The staff at Simmons were outstanding, very attentive and very kind. Throughout the night, they made sure my birthday party ran smoothly. The venue also has karaoke, which is a plus! Overall, I had the best 30th birthday here. Thank you so much!
Great space, service was outstanding, great to have our own private bar. We managed to set up a vinyl player to the PA system, and generally had a wonderful time! Thanks to the Broadleaf team for supporting us !
Area was as explained. Staff were friendly and tried their best. Good location in the city. Was refunded what I didn't spend in the end.
Fantastic venue for a party. The team were really helpful and great music, everyone had fun - thank you!
Great venue for a party of no more than 60 I'd say. Staff were brilliant, Rachel and the security guys were very friendly. Venue allowed us to decorate and bring a cake. Good volume for the music and you can bring your own playlist.
Really good space for an event with 30 or so people. Excellent to have immediate access to the bar while having a bit of privacy. Food was great value. Got a lot more on the platters than we anticipated.
We had a great night and the staff were really helpful and made sure everything went so smooth. Couldn't thank you all for making our night so memorable
Page last updated in November 2026
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