The 16 Best Unusual Venues for Hire in Covent Garden, London

Q: How much does it cost to book unique event spaces in Covent Garden?

The cost of unusual venues 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 Covent Garden, based on Tagvenue data: - From £650 to £3000 minimum spend per event - From £1750 to £5000 hire fee per day - From £24 to £60 per person

Q: What are some affordable quirky venues in Covent Garden?

Cheap unusual venues in Covent Garden start from £100 minimum spend per event or £50 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026: - Private Party Venue - Lounge at Le Bab Covent Garden, from £100 minimum spend per event (up to 120 guests standing). Our user said: ‘Good minimum deposit price and excellent food and service during the event...’ - The Sanctuary at Crown Court Church, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 200 guests seated). Our user said: ‘Even our guests said so. Also, we loved the acoustics of the church plus how beautiful it was inside.’ - Semi - Private Oche at Oche, from £8 per person (up to 1 guests standing). Our user said: ‘Stunning venue, refreshments on hand all day, staff were lovely, easy and convenient booking...’

Unusual Venues for Hire in Covent Garden, London

FAQs about Top Unique Event Spaces in Covent Garden

How much does it cost to book unique event spaces in Covent Garden?

The cost of unusual venues 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 Covent Garden, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of unusual venues in Covent Garden as of September, 2026
From £650	to £3000	minimum spend per event
From £1750	to £5000	hire fee per day
From £24	to £60	per person

What are the top alternative venues available in Covent Garden?

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

Private Party Venue - Lounge at Le Bab Covent Garden in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Space, food and staff were all really good. Event went down without any problems.’
Afternoon Tea Room at Browns Covent Garden in Covent Garden - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Staff was very helpful and flexible, supporting guests reach the current room.’
The Mercury - with Bar at Blame Gloria Covent Garden in Covent Garden - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend the venue and will be visiting again for sure! Thank you!’

What are the typical capacities of quirky venues in Covent Garden?

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 Covent Garden, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

Small	up to 60 guests	prices average £1080 minimum spend per event
Medium	between 80 and 110 guests	prices average £1500 minimum spend per event
Large	over 130 guests	prices average £5000 minimum spend per event

What are some popular types of creative event spaces in Covent Garden?

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for unusual venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Restaurant	prices average £650 minimum spend per event	typically between 70 and 130 guests
Dining Room	prices average £1080 minimum spend per event	typically between 30 and 120 guests
Bar	prices average £500 minimum spend per event	typically between 70 and 120 guests
Cocktail Bar	prices average £2000 minimum spend per event	typically between 60 and 200 guests
Event Space	prices average £650 minimum spend per event	typically up to 120 guests

What are some small unique event spaces in Covent Garden?

Smaller unusual venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Covent Garden, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

Semi-Private Room B at PARO - Awarded Best Indian Restaurant, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 35 guests
Our user said: ‘So tasty, will definitely be coming back. It is a beautiful restaurant and great value for money.’
Cocktail Lounge Bar at Vyta Covent Garden - cocktail bar for 60 guests
Venue said: This beautiful space can accommodate up to 20 people for seated dinner or up to 70 people standing. Space comes with a large private balcony that overlooks Covent Garden.
Bow Street Museum at Bow Street Museum of Crime and Justice - museum for 40 guests
Venue said: A small and unique venue for memorable talks, meetings, conferences, filming and receptions. On the site of the former Bow Street Police Station, the Museum explores the story of criminal justice, law and (dis)order, and...

What are some affordable quirky venues in Covent Garden?

Cheap unusual venues in Covent Garden start from £100 minimum spend per event or £50 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Private Party Venue - Lounge at Le Bab Covent Garden, from £100 minimum spend per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Good minimum deposit price and excellent food and service during the event...’
The Sanctuary at Crown Court Church, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 200 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Even our guests said so. Also, we loved the acoustics of the church plus how beautiful it was inside.’
Semi - Private Oche at Oche, from £8 per person (up to 1 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Stunning venue, refreshments on hand all day, staff were lovely, easy and convenient booking...’

What events can you host at alternative venues in Covent Garden?

In Covent Garden, unusual venues are most commonly booked for 25 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Party	Usually between £950 and £4,000.	User who booked Private Party Venue - Lounge at Le Bab Covent Garden for 95 guests said: ‘The bartender and bouncers were so friendly and it was very well organised. Thanks so much, we had a blast!’
Private Dining	Usually between £800 and £1,500.	User who booked Private Dining Room at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden for 12 guests said: ‘We reserved the private dining room at the Covent Garden location.’
Birthday Party	Usually between £1,600 and £3,000.	User who booked Private Event Venue London at Le Bab Covent Garden for 60 guests said: ‘From the moment I first contacted the venue, the party planner queen Immy, had been overwhelmingly helpful.’
Meeting	Usually between £700 and £1,500.	User who booked Afternoon Tea Room at Browns Covent Garden for 38 guests said: ‘Amera was so helpful through the event. Food was also very delicious...’