Pub Venues for Hire in London

Booking costs of pub venues average £500 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:

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

• Bar Room at The George & Monkey in Clerkenwell - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I booked this pub for my husband and his best mate's joint 40th celebration, and it was fantastic!’

• The Wildwood Room at The Green Man in Fitzrovia - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘The pub had a lovely atmosphere and the staff were excellent. Hiring the private area upstairs was great.’

• The Drawing Room at The Marquis Cornwallis in Bloomsbury - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Great pub and service from Martin/Marcin, who helped setup the room before the event.’

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 London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

These are the venues within 0.9 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• The Grove Room at Marquis of Westminster on 50 Warwick Way - 0.5 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great room, amazing service and the food was great.’
• 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!’
• The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall on 15 Craig's Court Whitehall - 0.9 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Was able to decorate the place and play our own music. Would highly recommend the venue.’

Smaller pub venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Reserved Area at Angel & Crown, Bethnal Green, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 60 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great selection of drinks and a great pub. Really good vibe to book for a group.’

• Orwell Room at The Wheatsheaf, rated 4.9/5 - function room for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘Our group loved this pub. It's a really old building, nice vibe.’

• 1st Floor Private Bar at The Burlington Arms, rated 4.8/5 - pub for 50 guests
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, social standing reception or an informal seated gathering in an intimate upstairs pub room. What sets it apart: The room permits hosts to bring their own DJ and to play their own...

Cheap pub venues in London start from £200 minimum spend per event or £50 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• The Drawing Room at The Marquis Cornwallis, from £200 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The room was perfect for us and Tiffany was a star. The food was good and decent value.’

• Downstairs at Kings Head Crouch End, from £50 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The space was perfect and so was the sound system and lights.’

• The Big Top at Star by Hackney Downs, from £100 hire fee per day (up to 70 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, great karaoke room, all round great experience!’

In London, pub venues are most commonly booked for 25 to 60 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

Yes. Some London pubs offer spaces on a minimum-spend basis, so you commit to spending a set amount on food and drinks instead of paying a separate room-hire fee. Current Tagvenue listings start from around £150 minimum spend per event.

It depends on the pub and the space you book. Check whether drinks and food are served to your room or whether guests order at the bar when you enquire.

Here are a few top picks that combine charm, character, and private hire options for your big day.

• The George & Monkey in Clerkenwell is a great choice if you want something simple, affordable, and full of character. It's a classic London pub with space for up to 100 guests standing, and private hire starts from just £100 for the day—ideal for a small, budget-friendly celebration near Angel Station.
• The Oxford Market in Fitzrovia offers a larger and slightly more upscale vibe with space for up to 150 standing. It has a contemporary feel that suits modern weddings and works on a minimum spend basis from around £1,000 per evening. It's also super central, just a short walk from Oxford Circus.
• The Burlington Arms in Mayfair brings a more refined pub setting into the mix. It's well-suited to smaller wedding receptions with room for 30 seated or 50 standing guests. Located near Oxford Circus, it has a minimum spend starting from £350 per afternoon, making it both elegant and affordable.
• The Burlington Arms in Mayfair brings a more refined pub setting into the mix. It's well-suited to smaller wedding receptions with room for 30 seated or 50 standing guests. Located near Oxford Circus, it has a minimum spend starting from £350 per afternoon, making it both elegant and affordable.