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Top Unusual Venues in City of London
If a standard venue won’t cut it, Unusual venues in the City of London offer converted warehouses, heritage buildings with original features, and quirky spaces across the area. Look near the Square Mile or around Leadenhall Market for spots that work for all kinds of guest lists, whether you’re planning something smaller or a larger event. With flexible layouts, standout interiors, and strong hospitality to match, there’s plenty here to make your event feel a little different. Browse below and find a venue that fits.
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![The Bedouin Tent & Garden at St Ethelburga's Centre in City of London]()
from £65
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Bedouin Tent & Garden
30 guestsSt Ethelburga's CentreLiverpool Street StationCity of LondonJJudith T.
“Really unusual venue with helpful staff (Nelson). Our guests loved it!” -
![The Speakeasy at MNM in City of London]()
from £10
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Speakeasy
60 guestsMNMTower Hill StationCity of London
#Supervenue
JJulia M.
“Really quirky venue, lovely size for our get together and bar staff were fantastic.” -
![The Nave at St Ethelburga's Centre in City of London]()
from £110
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Nave
150 guestsSt Ethelburga's CentreLiverpool Street StationCity of LondonAArtangel L.
“Fantastic venue with super helpful staff which made the running of the event super easy.” -
![Whole Venue at St Ethelburga's Centre in City of London]()
from £200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhole Venue
170 guestsSt Ethelburga's CentreLiverpool Street StationCity of LondonAAlex G.
“Really unique and special venue in a amazing location.” -
![Backstage at Eastcheap Records in City of London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBackstage
150 guestsEastcheap RecordsBank StationCity of LondonHHannah S.
“The venue was fabulous and the staff were incredible. We'd love to book again here in future!” -
![The Club at Core in Bank, City of London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Club
180 guestsCoreMansion House StationBank, City of LondonNNisha
“The staff at this ubercool venue were lovely and the evening went without a hitch.” -
![Patch Main Bar at Patch St Paul's in Blackfriars, City of London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPatch Main Bar
240 guestsPatch St Paul'sBlackfriars StationBlackfriars, City of London
#Supervenue
DDominic W.
“Cool venue and staff were very friendly and helpful.” -
![Mr Fogg's Games Parlour at Mr Fogg's City Tavern in City of London]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityMr Fogg's Games Parlour
80 guestsMr Fogg's City TavernLiverpool Street StationCity of LondonLLesley H.
“Could not recommend this venue enough especially if like me organising an event with a large group of people..” -
![Main Reception Room at One Moorgate Place in Bank, City of London]()
from £1450
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityMain Reception Room
100 guestsOne Moorgate PlaceMoorgate StationBank, City of LondonAAshim J.
“Extraordinarily beautiful venue. Very competent event organiser Superb catering staff.” -
![Entire Venue at The Listing in Bank, City of London]()
from £8000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsThe ListingCannon Street StationBank, City of LondonSSusie W.
“The Listing was the perfect venue for a special party that I hosted.” -
![Garden Deli at The Folly in Bank, City of London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGarden Deli
100 guestsThe FollyBank StationBank, City of LondonNNiki F.
“Easy to book, responsive staff, nice venue, good food and drinks.” -
![Whole Venue at The Sterling in City of London]()
from £6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
500 guestsThe SterlingAldgate StationCity of LondonMMj B.
“The venue communicated clearly with us both before the event and during to make sure everything ran nicely.”
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The cost of unusual venues averages around £2500 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 City of London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1250 | to £8000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £2000 | to £11500 | hire fee per day |
| From £1450 | to £3360 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Backstage at Eastcheap Records in Tower Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We booked Eastcheap for our AAA video-game wrap party and were so well looked after.’ -
The Bedouin Tent & Garden at St Ethelburga's Centre in Tower Hill - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Really unusual venue with helpful staff (Nelson).’ -
The Speakeasy at MNM in Tower Hill - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Unusual space; atmospheric… guests loved it.’
You'll find unusual 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 City of London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 80 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 180 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 240 guests | prices average £10000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for unusual venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £6000 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 350 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 150 guests |
| Hall | prices average £4250 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 400 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 250 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 70 guests |
Smaller unusual venues usually fit up to 80 guests standing. Here are some great options in City of London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Screen 3 at Everyman Broadgate, rated 4.8/5 - screening room for 24 guests
Our user said: ‘Great place and great staff. I would def consider booking again.’ -
Martha's Bar at The Williamson's Tavern, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 75 guests
Our user said: ‘Great service, great food and a gorgeous space. Perfect for our event.’ -
Secret Garden at South Place Hotel, rated 4.9/5 - outdoor space for 80 guests
Our user said: ‘had a fantastic reunion party and the service was amazing.’
Cheap unusual venues in City of London start from £65 hire fee per hour or £500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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The Bedouin Tent & Garden at St Ethelburga's Centre, from £65 hire fee per hour (up to 30 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Calm and welcoming. He was very helpful and very reasonable with what we were looking to do in the party .’ -
Function Room with Karaoke at Simmons | Monument, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue also has karaoke, which is a plus! Overall, I had the best 30th birthday here. Thank you so much!’ -
Restaurant at The Chamberlain, from £46 per person (up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Great value for money and we will certainly be back to host any future events.’
In City of London, unusual venues are most commonly booked for 30 to 100 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £550 and £2,400. |
User who booked The Bedouin Tent & Garden at St Ethelburga's Centre for 30 guests
said: ‘Accessible venue (ramp and only one small step) in a central location.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £2,200 and £6,800. |
User who booked Patch Main Bar at Patch St Paul's for 90 guests
said: ‘The quality of the food - The smoking area...’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £500 and £2,200. |
User who booked The Speakeasy at MNM for 35 guests
said: ‘Great staff, great venue. Everyone loved the cozy atmosphere.’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £650 and £2,800. |
User who booked The Nave at St Ethelburga's Centre for 75 guests
said: ‘Would definitely recommend this venue and the staff are a pleasure to work with.’ |
| Corporate Event | Usually between £1,700 and £5,200. |
User who booked Members Room at One Moorgate Place for 24 guests
said: ‘Stunning venue & excellent service...’ |
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