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Top Private Bars in St James
Between Pall Mall polish, royal proximity, and bars that know their way around a proper martini, this corner of central London does understated glamour exceptionally well. Private bars in St James include discreet cocktail rooms near Pall Mall, refined hotel bars close to Piccadilly, and wine cellars made for smaller groups with very good taste. With Green Park and Piccadilly Circus stations nearby, guests can arrive without much fuss. Client drinks, birthday toasts, and pre-theatre gatherings all sit perfectly here. Have a browse and pick a bar with just the right amount of poise.
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![3'6 Bar at Fortnum & Mason in St James, London]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availability3'6 Bar
80 guestsFortnum & MasonGreen Park StationSt James, LondonBBuse
“From the day we booked the private dining, she has given her hundred percent. Amazing service and food.” -
![Canning Room at In and Out (Naval & Military) Club in St James, London]()
from £660
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityCanning Room
40 guestsIn and Out (Naval & Military) ClubPiccadilly Circus StationSt James, LondonAAlastair F.
“The events team upgraded our room to separate our function from another larger group nearby.” -
![Champagne Bar at 116 Pall Mall in St James, London]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChampagne Bar
150 guests116 Pall MallPiccadilly Circus StationSt James, LondonThese can be opened out into one space allowing for 50 guests, or closed off to create two separate spaces. The entire bar can also be hired privately on evenings and weekends for up to 150 standing and is always a popular -
![The Wine Bar at Fortnum & Mason in St James, London]()
from £6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Wine Bar
100 guestsFortnum & MasonGreen Park StationSt James, LondonAAñuli C.
“We organized a delightful surprise birthday celebration at the Tasting Room.” -
![The Merton at Flight Club Darts Oxford in St James, London]()
from £1900
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Merton
120 guestsFlight Club Darts OxfordCharing Cross StationSt James, LondonWhether it’s a company party, milestone birthday or a team night out, this private space sets the stage for an incredible experience. -
![Event place & Garden at Event place & Garden Brick Lane in St James, London]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent place & Garden
200 guestsEvent place & Garden Brick LaneCharing Cross StationSt James, LondonFrom birthdays to private hires and creative events, the space adapts to your moment and gives you room to enjoy it properly with your people. -
![The Somerville at Flight Club Darts Oxford in St James, London]()
from £1600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Somerville
100 guestsFlight Club Darts OxfordCharing Cross StationSt James, LondonWhether you're hosting a corporate event, birthday party, or festive get-together, this private space guarantees a winning experience. -
![The Lady Margaret at Flight Club Darts Oxford in St James, London]()
from £1100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lady Margaret
70 guestsFlight Club Darts OxfordCharing Cross StationSt James, LondonThe Lady Margaret is a semi-private event space designed to host up to 70 guests, making it ideal for team socials, client entertaining, and group celebrations. -
![Full Venue Hire at Flight Club Darts Oxford in St James, London]()
from £6550
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
250 guestsFlight Club Darts OxfordCharing Cross StationSt James, LondonWith 11 oches (dart boards), a private rooftop terrace, and space for up to 250 guests, this stunning venue is made for big moments and even bigger fun. -
![Ground Floor at Farzi London in St James, London]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityGround Floor
100 guestsFarzi LondonPiccadilly Circus StationSt James, LondonKKatherine S.
“The food was delicious and there was a great ambience. Would definitely book again.” -
![Ground floor - Main bar area at The Scotch of St James in St James, London]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityGround floor - Main bar area
80 guestsThe Scotch of St JamesPiccadilly Circus StationSt James, LondonJJames K.
“We will definitely go back and would highly recommend Scotch for private events.” -
![The Trinity at Flight Club Darts Oxford in St James, London]()
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Trinity
45 guestsFlight Club Darts OxfordCharing Cross StationSt James, LondonOur venue features a gorgeous bar, 11 semi-private oche playing areas, two terraces, a photo booth and several areas to cosy up with some mix-and-share dishes and pizza paddles accompanied by a cocktail (or two!
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Booking costs of private bars average £3000 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 St James, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £1500 | to £5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £925 | to £3600 | hire fee per event |
| From £50 | to £99 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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3'6 Bar at Fortnum & Mason in St James - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘From the day we booked the private dining, she has given her hundred percent.’ -
Champagne Bar at 116 Pall Mall in St James - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: Once the wine cellars of the Prince of Wales and the United Service Club, guests enter the Wine Bar through a pair of stunning iron gates that served as the original cellar doors. -
Canning Room at In and Out (Naval & Military) Club in St James - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘An optimal place for a formal reunion and lovely candlelight, private dinner.’
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 St James, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event |
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