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Top Private Hire Pubs in Islington
Need a spot in Islington for a get-together? Islington’s pub venues, from small spots near Angel to quirky spaces in Highbury, have just the right vibe for birthdays, reunions, or any celebration with friends. With comfortable and private areas, classic pub decor, and flexible food and drink options, these venues make your gathering feel extra special. Tagvenue makes finding the right pub effortless—browse local favorites, check out photos, and message venue managers directly to get everything set up exactly how you want it.
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![Upstairs Private Room at The Chapel Market Tavern in Islington, London]()
from £125
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Private Room
70 guestsThe Chapel Market TavernAngel StationIslington, London
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BBecca M.
“Lovely space at such a nice pub, and really great staff - was absolutely perfect for my 30th bday.” -
![The Snug at The Bull in Islington, London]()
from £100
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Snug
30 guestsThe BullAngel StationIslington, London
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BBeth D.
“Nice little space at the back of the pub.” -
![The Party Room at The Regent in Islington, London]()
from £350
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Party Room
60 guestsThe RegentAngel StationIslington, London
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KKatie B.
“Delicious pizzas from the pub and genuinely great venue and great room.” -
![Basement Bar at The Clerkenwell Tavern in Islington, London]()
from £800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBasement Bar
80 guestsThe Clerkenwell TavernFarringdon StationIslington, London
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JJames P.
“We had a great experience hiring the pub for a party.” -
![Whole Venue at The Chapel Market Tavern in Islington, London]()
from £2200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
180 guestsThe Chapel Market TavernAngel StationIslington, London
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LLucas N.
“Amazing pub and Staff very friendly” -
![The Bar at The Clerkenwell Tavern in Islington, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Bar
70 guestsThe Clerkenwell TavernFarringdon StationIslington, London
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MMegan E.
“The pub in general is nicely decorated and has a nice vibe. They also responded quickly in the lead up.” -
![Basil's Bar at Fox On The Green in Islington, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasil's Bar
80 guestsFox On The GreenAngel StationIslington, London
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KKaumudi S.
“The bar is in a different room which means people can have conversations there as well. Highly recommend.” -
![The Back Room at The Three Johns in Islington, London]()
from £200
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Back Room
60 guestsThe Three JohnsAngel StationIslington, LondonJJuliana B.
“Good pizza, relatively cheap place, good drinks, enough space.” -
![The Mezzanine at The Bull in Islington, London]()
from £100
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Mezzanine
60 guestsThe BullAngel StationIslington, London
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AAlasdair D.
“Great atmosphere and great space, would definitely book this place again for a party” -
![Gin Lounge at Island Queen in Islington, London]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGin Lounge
55 guestsIsland QueenAngel StationIslington, LondonLLottiem
“Booked for a hen party celebration for ten people.” -
![Mezzanine at The Peacock in Islington, London]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
50 guestsThe PeacockAngel StationIslington, LondonKKathy C.
“Perfect venue for our baby shower. We felt very looked after by the friendly staff.” -
![Snug at The Clerkenwell Tavern in Islington, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilitySnug
35 guestsThe Clerkenwell TavernFarringdon StationIslington, London
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TTerri C.
“The team were super friendly and flexible. The private space had its own bar too.”
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FAQs about Top Private Hire Pubs in Islington
Booking costs of pub venues average £975 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 Islington, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £40 | to £90 | per person |
| From £1700 | to £3600 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Upstairs Private Room at The Chapel Market Tavern in Angel - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing pub and Staff very friendly...’ -
The Party Room at The Regent in Islington - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We would definitely use The Regent again, great pub, great service in a really beautiful part of London...’ -
The Snug at The Bull in Angel - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Great atmosphere and great space, would definitely book this place again for a party...’
You'll find pub venues 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 Islington, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 55 and 90 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £2200 minimum spend per event |
Smaller pub venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Islington, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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The Snug at The Peacock, rated 4.9/5 - event space for 30 guests
Venue said: Enjoy easy access to the bar and soak in the lively atmosphere, all while keeping your group connected in this stylish and inviting setting. -
Private Party Events Space at Trampoline, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Great venue, great location, perfect space for a small-ish private event.’ -
The "Dally" Bar at The Hare & Hounds (N1), rated 5/5 - cocktail bar for 25 guests
Venue said: A gilded by the sun spot made for loose-and-lively celebrations. Throw open the French doors and let the warm breeze set the tone as you sip on wine and cocktails with your favourite people.
Cheap pub venues in Islington start from £200 minimum spend per event or £10 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Gin Lounge at Island Queen, from £200 minimum spend per event (up to 55 guests standing)
Venue said: The Gin Lounge at Island Queen is situated near Angel Station. Perfect for engagements, birthdays, or work events, it offers a private drinks fridge and budget-friendly buffets or small plates. -
The Bar at AGL // Angel, from £10 hire fee per hour (up to 90 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The staff were incredibly supportive and made the whole event easy. Can’t wait to come back for cocktails!’ -
Entire Venue at Astro Tapas & Cocktail Bar, from £26 per person (up to 36 guests seated)
Venue said: We have 36 internal covers and 20 external covers available. We offer both complete venue booking and partial booking options.
In Islington, pub venues are most commonly booked for 30 to 60 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £400 and £1,600. |
User who booked The Party Room at The Regent for 35 guests
said: ‘All my guests commented on how fantastic the venue and friendly and helpful the staff were.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £800 and £1,700. |
User who booked The Snug at The Bull for 11 guests
said: ‘Friendly and attentive staff. Flexible when there was a change in attendance on short notice.’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £500 and £1,300. |
User who booked Private Party Events Space at Trampoline for 16 guests
said: ‘Super easy and simple to arrange and book, it's definitely the place is you want a private birthday dinner!’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £500 and £1,500. |
User who booked Main Room at The Arc Centre for 45 guests
said: ‘Absolutely great venue and helpful staff. Clean and bright venue, great facilities and service.’ |
| Wedding | Usually between £3,500 and £5,500. |
User who booked Whole Venue at Coin Laundry for 140 guests
said: ‘For some of our guests this was their first experience of a Western wedding and they thoroughly enjoyed it.’ |
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