Neglected for decades, London’s old railway arches and viaducts are now being revived. Some of the city’s best railway arches for events include Victorian arches and passageways with historic heritage and a chic industrial aesthetic. Scouting for a unique space to hire for your next event? London’s refurbished railway arches make the perfect backdrop for pop-up happenings and functions of all kinds. So if you’re looking to book one of these, you’ve come to the right place – here at Tagvenue we list a fantastic range of railway arch venues suitable for a wide range of both private and corporate events.
The cost of railway arches for events averages around £1500 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £750 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £2500 | to £6000 | hire fee per day |
| From £75 | to £240 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Entire Venue at Hiver Taproom
in Bermondsey - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Kat was very friendly and helpful in the lead up to the event.’
Studio Z at Studio Z Brixton
in Brixton - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Danny and the team went out of the way to make our event a huge success - I would definitely reccomend!’
Little Rae's at Little Rae's
in Newington - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is amazing for events with upto 150 people.’
You'll find railway arches for events 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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 80 guests | prices average £900 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 150 and 200 guests | prices average £1750 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 300 guests | prices average £2750 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.6 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller railway arches for events usually fit up to 80 guests standing. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Tasting room at Hiver Taproom, rated 4.9/5 - event space for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Excited to book our next event. THANKS GUYS!!!!! Xx...’
Bright & Natural Railway Arch at La Tostadora, rated 5/5 - railway arch for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Venue was well presented & beautiful space with great decor.’
Lights Inc. Creative Space at Arch Photo Studio, rated 4.9/5 - photo studio for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘Will definitely book again & would highly recommend!!’
Cheap railway arches for events in London start from £500 minimum spend per event or £450 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Protocol at Vauxhall Arches, from £500 minimum spend per event
(up to 350 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘It was amazing. The team are so helpful and professional. I will be using the venue again!’
Main Area at Arch 648 Rehearsal & Event Space, from £450 hire fee per day
(up to 80 guests standing)
Venue said: Ideal for a variety of occasions, including private events, launch parties, DJ nights, and large family gatherings, the arch offers a capacity for approximately 80 people.
The Studio at Pentonville Studios, from £50 hire fee per hour
(up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: Pentonville Studios is a versatile 1,400 sq ft ground-floor studio set within a characterful railway arch just off Kingsland Road, in the heart of Hoxton and Haggerston, East London.
In London, railway arches for events are most commonly booked for 40 to 110 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £600 and £1,800. |
User who booked Event Space at Alaska Waterloo for 60 guests
said: ‘Alaska Waterloo is a fantastic venue for parties and gatherings.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £1,000 and £2,200. |
User who booked The Main Bar at Ester for 50 guests
said: ‘The venue was very clean, well kept and bar staff are attentive and friendly.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £1,500 and £2,500. |
User who booked Entire Venue at Pedro's Wine Bar for 60 guests
said: ‘The venue itself is lovely. The staff were great, food was delicious! Great for out corporate Christmas party!’ |
| Wedding | Usually between £2,200 and £3,800. |
User who booked N6 Event Space at 3Locks Industrial Brewery Riverside Views for 80 guests
said: ‘Amazing staff, location, drink selection...’ |
| Wedding Reception | Usually between £2,500 and £4,400. |
User who booked Full venue Hire at 3Locks Industrial Brewery Riverside Views for 30 guests
said: ‘I would definitely book again with them.’ |
We completely understand that your event is personal and unique, and most venues do offer a blank canvas where you can create your ideal event. But be aware that restaurants and bars situated in railway arches might have policy restrictions on bringing your own sound systems, decorations, and equipment. However, often these venues come pre-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including professional lighting rigs, PA systems, and DJ areas. Always double-check your options with the venue manager ahead of time. If you really want to bring your own decorations and sound system, look for more flexible venues, so you can have more control over the layout, style, and décor.
With industrial-chic venues right on trend, many railway arches are being hired out for various events. We’ve created a rundown of some of the most popular things they’re used for:
Railway arch revival is real, and Tagvenue is here to help you find a perfect space for your event.
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