Small Private Cinemas for Hire in London

The cost of small private cinemas averages around £700 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:

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

• Cinema at Close-Up Cinema in Shoreditch - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Very fast and easy, I hired out the cinema room and was able to play exactly what I wanted!’

• Whole Venue at Coldharbour Blue (Whirled Cinema) in Herne Hill - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Some of my friends will arranging a booking at Whirled Cinema, themselves!’

• Screen 3 at Everyman Broadgate in City of London - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Great place and great staff. I would def consider booking again.’

These are the venues within 1.2 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Screen 1 at Curzon Victoria on 58 Victoria Street - 0.4 mi from centre.
  Venue said: This space is curated to offer a personal, distraction-free environment for cinephiles and casual moviegoers alike.
• Large Screen - 4 at Vue Piccadilly Circus on 19 Lower Regent Street - 1.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The projection and sound quality was excellent.’
• Small Screens at Vue West End - Leicester Square on 3 Cranbourn Street - 1.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘All of it the people were very, very helpful.’

Cheap small private cinemas in London start from £150 hire fee per hour or £800 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Screen 2 at The Phoenix Cinema, from £150 hire fee per hour (up to 22 guests seated)
  Venue said: Host Your Own Private Screening! Looking for a unique and intimate venue? Our cozy 22-seat cinema screen is the perfect space for private hire. Whether you're planning a children’s birthday party, an adult celebration with...

• Screen 4 at ODEON LUXE Swiss Cottage, from £800 hire fee per day (up to 44 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘Staff are great Clean and really lovely little cinema...’

• Screen 3 at Everyman Barnet, from £450 minimum spend per event (up to 49 guests seated)
  Venue said: Carpeted floors, low-level wall lights and small wooden side tables create a focused, close-up viewing environment. Room features: A digital projector and cinema-grade PA and speaker system support film and presentation playback.

In London, small private cinemas are most commonly booked for 30 to 70 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

In London, while most boutique cinemas for private screenings offer exclusive in-house catering services, some venues like Screen 6 at Everyman Chelmsford and Upper Lounge at Everyman Hampstead stand out by allowing you the unique option to bring your own food and beverages. This flexibility adds a personal touch to your private cinema experience, making it ideal for tailored events, birthday celebrations, or corporate gatherings seeking a bespoke atmosphere. Always check the venue's policy beforehand to ensure a seamless experience.

London has intimate cinema options all across the city. Many are strategically located near major transport links, including those in busy areas like Greenwich, Soho, and Balham. This ensures ease of access for guests, whether they're coming from within the city or travelling from afar.