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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 £1000
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.” -
![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.” -
![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.” -
![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.” -
![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. -
![Full Venue Hire at Roxy Ball Room - Holborn, London in Holborn, London]()
from £2350
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
270 guestsRoxy Ball Room - Holborn, LondonChancery Lane StationHolborn, LondonRoxy Ball Room – Holborn is an American-style bar centred on social gaming, combining game tables and interactive screens with casual American food and a full cocktail bar. -
![Private Room (the workshop) at The London Art Bar in Holborn, London]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Room (the workshop)
30 guestsThe London Art BarChancery Lane StationHolborn, LondonRound the corner from the main space and bar area is the London Art Bar's Semi Private Room. This natural-light filled room is great for workshops, parties and meetings of between 20-30 guests. -
![Vienna Salon/Exclusive Hire at Fidelio in Holborn, London]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVienna Salon/Exclusive Hire
120 guestsFidelioFarringdon StationHolborn, London
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KKaren J.
“We started in main bar for drinks and then post cake bar opened downstairs in the Berlin room for dancing.”
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Booking costs of private bars average £2500 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 £1000 | to £4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £50 | to £100 | per person |
| From £1000 | to £3000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £1250 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 125 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Holborn, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Karaoke at Roxy Ball Room - Holborn, London - event space for 8 guests
Venue said: Our Karaoke Room has a capacity of up to 8 guests and includes the following: • Private karaoke setup with extensive song library • Multiple microphones for group performances • Large screen display with sound system... -
The Studio at The London Art Bar, rated 5/5 - art studio for 25 guests
Venue said: The studio is an intimate space, perfect for around 15 people seated or 20 people standing. This space is perfect for intimate art workshops, small meetings, or to hire as a studio space. -
Mezzanine at Marlborough Head, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: Great for birthdays, exclusive hire for work do's or a small Christmas get together. Enquire for more details and one the team will be happy to help.
Cheap private bars in Holborn start from £500 minimum spend per event or £70 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Full Venue Hire at The Cocktail Club Shaftesbury Avenue, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Booked The Cocktail Club for a 30th birthday party and it was an excellent night!’ -
Theatre at October Gallery, from £73 hire fee per hour (up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue was just perfect for my event and the acoustic of the theatre was gorgeous.’ -
Full hire at Assenheims, from £35 per person (up to 150 guests standing)
Venue said: Private hire of entire space, this will create a wonderful space for any event. We have options from hire of space only to fully catered and fully stocked bar.
In Holborn, private bars are most commonly booked for 25 to 70 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £500 and £1,500. |
User who booked The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden for 55 guests
said: ‘We held our daughter's 21st in the downstairs roo. Big thank you to Will, Laura and team for a fabulous night.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £1,200 and £3,900. |
User who booked Function Room Lower floor at Simmons | Holborn for 50 guests
said: ‘Great venue and enjoyed the fact that we were able to have a private space...’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £750 and £1,400. |
User who booked Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Chancery Lane for 36 guests
said: ‘What a beautiful experience!!!! Beautiful space!!!! Wonderful staff!!!!!’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £500 and £1,100. |
User who booked Shoyu at Shoyu Restaurant for 40 guests
said: ‘Thank you so much for making my 30th a great night!’ |
| Christmas Dinner | Usually between £1,500 and £3,500. |
User who booked The Crypt - Entire Venue at The Crypt for 84 guests
said: ‘Without a doubt, I would love to book this venue for future events.’ |
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