Pubs for Large Groups for Hire in London

Pubs for Large Groups for Hire in London

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Top Large Pubs in London

London pubs for large groups can accomodate 20 to 350 guests, with many spaces priced by minimum spend rather than a separate hire fee. On Tagvenue, minimum spends average £350 per event and typically range from £200 to £750, while per-person rates range from £10 to £45. Compare function rooms, semi-private areas and whole-venue hire for groups across London.

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Pubs for Large Groups - Tagvenue’s Picks

Based on Tagvenue’s data, as of November 2026, here’s an overview of some of the best spaces you can book for your event in London:

The Wildwood Room at The Green Man The Wildwood Room at The Green Man Main Restaurant at The King's Head Pub Main Restaurant at The King's Head Pub Entire Venue at The Huntsman and Hounds Entire Venue at The Huntsman and Hounds
Space type Function Room in a Pub Dining Room in a Pub Pub
Venue Gastropub in Fitzrovia featuring exposed brick, floral wallpaper, and a focus on ciders, ales, and hearty British meals. Ideal for intimate parties, casual celebrations, or hen dos, with a private upstairs space equipped for DJs and self-service setups. Historic pub in central London, featuring a warm traditional design with dark-wood interiors, leather seating, and a history tracing back to 1710. Ideal for casual parties or celebrations, with a private bar, PA system, and the option to play your own music for a personalized event atmosphere. Neighbourhood pub in London with craft beers from local brewery Fourpure, live music options, and a dog-friendly vibe. Ideal for milestone birthdays or private celebrations with your own music.
Booking costs from £200 minimum spend / per session from £500 minimum spend / per session from £500 minimum spend / per session
Capacity 30 guests seating, 60 standing 65 guests seating, 100 standing 40 guests seating, 80 standing
Location Fitzrovia, London Mayfair, London Southwark Borough, London
What users say ‘The Green Man is a lovely pub with excellent food and friendly efficient staff.’ ‘Well organised, responsive, and good service. The pub had a lovely atmosphere that was perfect for our event.’ ‘Really cute venue, had the whole pub for the night, super friendly staff...’
Pubs for Large Groups for Hire in London

FAQs about Top Large Pubs in London

Booking costs of pubs for large groups average £400 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 London, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of pubs for large groups in London as of November, 2026
From £200 to £750 minimum spend per event
From £10 to £35 per person
From £125 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:

These are the venues within 0.8 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

  • Entire Venue at Brass Monkey on 250 Vauxhall Bridge Road - 0.5 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘We had about 40 people and there was plenty of space. Great central location. Let us bring in our own food.’
  • The Grove Room at Marquis of Westminster on 50 Warwick Way - 0.5 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘The space is great and quite large, it easily held my 30 guests without much use of the little booth areas.’
  • Lounge at The Tattershall Castle on Victoria Embankment Whitehall - 0.8 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘The location is super convenient and you cannot beat the beauty of the top London landmarks!’

Cheap pubs for large groups in London start from £10 per person or £150 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of November 2026:

  • Tank Area (Semi Private) at Burdock, from £10 per person (up to 50 guests standing)
    Our user said: ‘Excellent venue for a group of 20. We had a section roped off near the bar and window with sofa.’

  • The Parlour at White Horse, from £150 minimum spend per event (up to 40 guests standing)
    Our user said: ‘Great service! Were able to use the tv screen for a quiz which was fab!’

  • The Admiral’s Cabin at The Admiralty, from £75 hire fee per hour (up to 25 guests standing)
    Our user said: ‘Great room, brilliant food and attentive service. Were great at changing a colleagues menu choice last minute.’

In London, pubs for large groups are most commonly booked for 20 to 55 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of November 2026:

Party Usually between £500 and £1,200. User who booked The Lounge Room at St Christophers Inn for 20 guests
said: ‘Highly recommend. Nice, cosy place. Wonderful service...’
Birthday Party Usually between £400 and £1,200. User who booked The Wildwood Room at The Green Man for 40 guests
said: ‘We had a pleasant experience at this venue and our guests had a lovely time.’
Christmas Party Usually between £600 and £2,000. User who booked Thomas Doggett’s Bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge for 65 guests
said: ‘The whole event was wonderfully supported.’
Private Dining Usually between £300 and £800. User who booked The Chesterfield Room at The Market Tavern for 14 guests
said: ‘We held a corporate board dinner in the Chesterfield Room at the Market Tavern.’
Drinks Reception Usually between £700 and £1,800. User who booked The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall for 25 guests
said: ‘Cool venue, great food and friendly staff!’

When hiring a pub for a large group in London, you are generally asked to pay according to a minimum spend model. This is a price calculated by the pub based on how much they’d expect to earn during the booking time if they were open to the public. With this in mind, it’s best to ask the venue managers whether their minimum spend will decrease if you hold your event on a less popular day of the week, for instance sometime between Monday and Wednesday. If you are hiring on a per hour or per session basis, make sure to check what is included in the price. You can also use our smart filters to find the venues that match your budget!

There is no general two-hour rule. Some pubs apply time limits to standard table bookings, but hired spaces have their own booking windows. On Tagvenue, these may be listed by session, morning, afternoon, evening or full day, so check the duration before booking.

 

Compare minimum spend, hire fee and per-person options based on your group size and booking length. Also compare areas: average minimum spends in the listings analysed range from £600 in Clapham to £2,000 in King’s Cross and London Bridge. Check what each price includes before comparing the total cost.

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Your Guide to Hiring Pubs for Large Groups in London

Reserved area, private room or whole-pub hire?

The main difference is how much of the pub is reserved exclusively for your group.

Option

What you get

Typical use

Reserved / semi-private area

A section of the main pub, usually with a shared bar

Casual birthdays, after-work drinks, 15–60 guests

Private or function room

A separate room, sometimes with its own bar

Milestone birthdays, team dinners, 20–120 guests

Whole-venue / exclusive hire

The entire pub with no other customers

Weddings, large parties, 100–350 guests

A private room gives your group a separate space without hiring the entire pub. Whole-venue hire gives you exclusive use of the venue, while a reserved or semi-private area keeps you within the main pub atmosphere.

Minimum spend is common. Where a hire fee applies, listed rates start from £75 per hour or £100 per session.

Where in London should you book?

Central areas suit groups travelling in from different directions. Average minimum spends vary considerably by area. The figures below are based on Tagvenue data.

Area

Avg. min. spend

Known for

Nearest hubs

Clapham

£600

Upstairs rooms from £200, per-person pricing from £10

Clapham Junction, Clapham Common

Islington

£800

Rooms from £100, whole-venue hire from £2,000

Angel, Highbury & Islington

Camden

£800

Live-music pubs, garden rooms up to 120

Camden Town, Mornington Crescent

Richmond

£800

Riverside and garden spaces, full venue to 200

Richmond, Kew Gardens

Wimbledon

£900

Terraces and arch spaces to 250, options from £100

Wimbledon

Shoreditch

£1,000

Karaoke dens, games spaces, first-floor hire to 250

Old Street, Liverpool Street

Soho

£1,500

Basements and lounges to 150, per person from £30

Tottenham Court Road, Piccadilly Circus

Covent Garden

£1,500

Roof terraces, whole first floors, rooms to 120

Covent Garden, Charing Cross

Greenwich

£1,500

Historic taverns, halls to 150, rooms from £100

Cutty Sark, Greenwich

King’s Cross

£2,000

In-station spaces from 20 to 300 guests

King’s Cross St Pancras

London Bridge

£2,000

City terraces and dining rooms, up to 350

London Bridge, Borough

If guests are travelling from different parts of London, a pub near a mainline or well-connected Tube station can simplify the journey. If budget is the priority, compare the area averages alongside the capacity and space type you need.

Which type of pub suits your event?

Style changes the atmosphere, the noise level and how the night runs.

Pub type

Suits

Example

Historic tavern

Family gatherings, work dinners, more traditional pub events

The Gallery Bar at De Hems Pub, Chinatown – up to 100

Multi-level pub

100+ guests and groups that want separate areas or room to spread out

The Whole First Floor at Bow Street Tavern, Covent Garden – up to 60

Basement or cellar bar

Parties, music and dancing, pub quizzes

Cellar Bar at The King’s Head Pub, Mayfair – up to 100

Beer garden and terrace

Summer birthdays and casual gatherings

Wimbledon Terrace at The Old Frizzle – up to 120

Riverside pub

Celebrations and events with Thames views

Lounge at The Tattershall Castle, Embankment

Rooftop pub

Ooutdoor summer, sunset, and evening events

The Rooftop Terrace Bar at Doggett’s Coat and Badge – up to 120 standing

Gastropub dining room

Seated team dinners, family meals and set menus

Main Restaurant at The King’s Head Pub, Mayfair – up to 100

Games and karaoke pub

Birthdays and team socials with entertainment

Karaoke Den at The Fox, Shoreditch – from £60 hire fee per hour

For a wedding reception, confirm the pub holds a wedding licence before paying a deposit. For an outdoor booking, ask whether the space is covered and what happens in bad weather. For after-work drinks, a semi-private area can keep the group together while retaining the atmosphere of the main pub.

What to check before booking

Start with your headcount and format – whether guests will be seated together or standing and mingling – then check:

  • Capacity and space. Confirm the seated and standing capacity and exactly what is reserved: a table, semi-private area, private room or whole venue.
  • Total cost. Check the minimum spend or hire fee, deposit and cancellation terms, whether service charge counts towards the minimum spend, and what happens if you do not meet it.
  • Food and drinks. Ask whether a set menu or pre-order is required for your group size, how dietary requirements are handled, and whether guests can order individually or use a bar tab.
  • BYO and catering. Check the venue's rules on corkage, bringing your own drinks and external catering.
  • Timing. Confirm the booking duration, final headcount deadline and any time limit on the space.
  • Music and entertainment. If relevant, check whether you can play your own music or bring a DJ or live musicians, and confirm the licence end time.
  • Accessibility. Check step-free access, lifts and accessible toilets for the specific space you are hiring.
  • Contact on the day. Confirm who your venue contact will be if you need help during the event.

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Verified Reviews of Pubs for Large Groups in London

KB
Kat B.
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Booked Whole Venue at The Union Regents
5.0

Our day was absolutely perfect and we have the staff at The Union to thank for that. Sophie and the team conducted the events effortlessly with a smile and good humour. The space looked absolutely phenomenal and the transition from day to evening was seamless. Francesca was a dream to communicate with, she is an expert at what she does and helped us feel calm because we knew she had everything under control. We were lucky with the weather so was able to take full advantage of the outside space. Photos look beautiful inside and out. Shout out to the Pizza Truck! The pizzas were incredible. Thank you for everything. We will always be grateful for your part in our special day and the beginning of our married life together.

LI
Lianna I.
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Booked The Wildwood Room at The Green Man
5.0

This is a cute, centrally-located pub. Very friendly and helpful staff. We hosted a work event for 20 people in the private Wildwood room. The food was delicious and had lots of variety. Everyone was really happy and had a great time! It was nice to have the ladies and gents on that floor just for us. We didn't get private bar so went down for drinks, but they let us have a tab. The event went very smoothly and we would definitely book there again. Thank you!

GR
Gabrielle R.
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Booked Whole Venue at Coin Laundry
4.8

From the initial point of contact with the team to the night itself, we had a wonderful with hosting our wedding reception at the Coin Laundry. It was exceptionally well organised and had great food and drink options. All our guests raved about the food and the service, and the groom and I didn't have to worry about a thing. The staff went above and beyond to make the evening great for us and ensure everything went smoothly. We had such a wonderful evening celebrating our wedding with friends and family there, would highly recommend it.

IN
Ilka N.
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Booked The Main Venue at The Saw Swee Hock Centre
5.0

We had a wonderful event at The Saw Swee Hock. It was easy to communicate and we received answers quickly. Communication was definitely high above average compared to other venues in London that we booked for similar events previously. When we arrived at the site we were met by three people that checked if everything was in place as we had imagined/ wished. They were also available during our event. So e.g when we needed more water or coffee that was fixed immediately. AV in the venue is extraordinary! Plug and play worked perfectly even though we had several presentations and everyone used their own device. AV support was on-site during the whole event. The sound system is really (!!!) good.

CM
CLAIRE M.
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Booked The Fishing Smack at Boathouse Studios, Barking
5.0

We were immediately drawn to The Fishing Smack when we saw photos of the gorgeous exposed brickwork and from the first in-person visit, we were hooked - Pun very much intended! Carole is, without question, the jewel in the crown of Boathouse Studios. She put us completely at ease and accommodated every detail of our bigger picture without ever making us feel we were a nuisance - Even when we were bothering her to come in for things like testing lightbulbs! My wife and I are experienced in various areas of the events industry but walking through the space with Carole inspired loads of new ideas for the party we were hosting. Her creativity and enthusiasm for the success of not only the venue, but our event as well, was infectious throughout our months of planning and the party wouldn't have been the same without her. The venue as a whole is well-run, very clean and very well-equipped. The behind-the-scenes details, such as free sanitary products in the toilets, didn't go unnoticed and I believe speak volumes about the kind of people working back of house - Dedicated, inclusive, efficient and experienced. The spaces are also extremely versatile. It's rare to find a 'blank canvas' style space that retains the charm and focal details that Boathouse Studios does. I highly recommend using the clean-down service. Shadene and the team took immediate charge to pack up and reset the room efficiently and respectfully. It's very reassuring to know that your belongings, decor, equipment etc are in very safe hands, while your guests can slip away on a high note. In summary: Love the vibe, love Carole and the team, and we wish Boathouse Studios every continued success.

AK
Amanda K.
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Booked Regent Room at The Prince Regent
4.8

The room was cosy and attractive: just the right size for 20 or so guests. The assistant manager, Em, was delightful, helpful and worked like a Trojan, full of creative ideas, helping us to set up beforehand and checking in with us regularly throughout the evening to make sure we had everything we needed. The food was very tasty - just about enough but not a huge amount - and the chef accommodated our dietary requirements as much as possible. Altogether, everyone had a lovely evening. Would definitely come back.

IM
Isabella M.
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Booked Regent Room at The Prince Regent
5.0

This was the perfect venue for my 40th birthday in every way! All the staff were so kind, accommodating, polite and patient with us, the nicest people ever - even though it was a really busy Sunday afternoon for them with all the customers. We had our own separate room upstairs so we could be as noisy and joyful as we wanted and it was safe and secure for the little ones. The best bit was the fact there was no minimum spend, and that everyone could individually pay for drinks/food at the bar, which altogether meant NO nasty bill problems at the end of the day, which has always put a downer on my birthdays in the past. I only had to pay a really small deposit of £50 to secure the booking which I received at the end with no fuss. I will certainly be booking again next year!

DK
Dominique K.
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Booked First Floor Bar at The Walmer Castle
4.8

I booked the upstairs of the Walmer Castle pub and I am more than pleased I did so. Staff was very very friendly and helpful. They were very Efficient. I helped cleared some tables at some point as they were a bit overwelmed but it does not matter. In the end, they said that we were awesome and that they had a great time. Brilliant!

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