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Top Private Bars in Holborn
Barristers by day and cocktail shakers by night. The streets around High Holborn and Chancery Lane have built up a reputation, and these event venues reflect it perfectly. Private bars in Holborn range from hidden cocktail dens, moody lounge spaces, and rooftop bars with atmosphere to spare, each bringing something different to the table. The spirit of the surrounding area seeps into every venue, and there's far more to discover than first meets the eye. Are you ready for flexible layouts, strong hospitality, and an atmosphere that does half the work for you? Find your spot below.
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![The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Downstairs Cocktail Bar
150 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationHolborn, London
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DDeclan B.
“A great spot for a birthday party, with private bar/staff.” -
![Function Room Lower floor at Simmons | Holborn in Holborn, London]()
from £750
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityFunction Room Lower floor
200 guestsSimmons | HolbornHolborn StationHolborn, London
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TTuvan S.
“The venue manager, bar staff and security were all very friendly, helpful and supportive.” -
![Entire Ground Floor at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn, London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Ground Floor
300 guestsLOCKES Bar Covent GardenCovent Garden StationHolborn, London
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AAnne Q.
“Fantastic space for a private party with your own bar. Amazing bar staff who made the best cocktails.” -
![Cellar Bar at Sir Christopher Hatton in Holborn, London]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCellar Bar
100 guestsSir Christopher HattonChancery Lane StationHolborn, London
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SSandy K.
“Also having a private bar was much appreciated.” -
![Main Bar at The Queens Head in Holborn, London]()
from £1300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar
80 guestsThe Queens HeadHolborn StationHolborn, London
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DDave B.
“No rental fee, just a very reasonable minimum spend. Bar and kitchen staff on the evening were great.” -
![Function Room Ground Floor at Simmons | Holborn in Holborn, London]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityFunction Room Ground Floor
300 guestsSimmons | HolbornHolborn StationHolborn, London
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AAzania
“Fantastic place to have a private party. I had my 35th birthday here and the staff and venue was 10/10.” -
![Penthouse & The Terrace Club at Grand Connaught Rooms in Holborn, London]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityPenthouse & The Terrace Club
80 guestsGrand Connaught RoomsHolborn StationHolborn, London
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EEmma, T.
“Special shout out to Shanen and the bar team who made the whole night especially excellent.” -
![Full Venue Hire at Simmons | Holborn in Holborn, London]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
450 guestsSimmons | HolbornHolborn StationHolborn, London
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DDee D.
“The bar staff were super attentive and friendly.” -
![The Beach Bar at The Montague on the Gardens in Holborn, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Beach Bar
200 guestsThe Montague on the GardensRussell Square StationHolborn, LondonAAnthea D.
“We loved the beach venue. Sonia and her team were very professional and accommodating.” -
![Main Bar at Sir Christopher Hatton in Holborn, London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityMain Bar
191 guestsSir Christopher HattonChancery Lane StationHolborn, London
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TTobias K.
“Wonderful venue and would highly recommend this place to others and will book here again for future events.” -
![Event Space at QT Speakeasy in Holborn, London]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityEvent Space
110 guestsQT SpeakeasyHolborn StationHolborn, LondonQT is built upon the foundations of the iconic music venue, Kingsway Hall. Our late-night, modern take on a classic speakeasy bar is hidden away in the basement and has its own street-side private entrance. -
![The Studio at The London Art Bar in Holborn, London]()
from £70
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Studio
25 guestsThe London Art BarChancery Lane StationHolborn, LondonThe London Art Bar is an events space, cocktail and wine bar, and coffee shop in Holborn. Found just between Holborn and Chancery Lane underground stations, it's an easily accessible space in the heart of London.
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“The Committee Room was beautiful and the perfect setting for my husband’s 40th birthday dinner.”
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“I hired out the private room to celebrate a hen-do and the room was perfect!”
FAQs about Top Private Bars in Holborn
Booking costs of private bars average £2000 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 Holborn, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From £1000 | to £4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £45 | to £99 | per person |
| From £1000 | to £3000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
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The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic space for a private party with your own bar. Amazing bar staff who made the best cocktails.’ -
Cellar Bar at Sir Christopher Hatton in Farringdon - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Pub is in an excellent location and the room downstairs is perfect for a quiz night.’ -
Function Room Lower floor at Simmons | Holborn in Holborn - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic place to have a private party. I had my 35th birthday here and the staff and venue was 10/10.’
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 Holborn, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event |
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