Farringdon is packed with unusual venues for lovers of the unconventional. Host a wedding in an ancient underground crypt, or fashion shows and live gigs at a cavernous music club. For smaller celebrations, consider a quirky cocktail club that serves original drinks. Or hire a museum space with contemporary interiors perfect for exhibitions or galas. With excellent transport links via Barbican and Chancery Lane stations, these venues give you a unique experience. Book today!
The cost of unusual venues averages around £1650 hire fee per day. 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 Farringdon, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1000 | to £4800 | hire fee per day |
| From £800 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £750 | to £2520 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Vienna Salon/Exclusive Hire at Fidelio
in Farringdon - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We loved this beautiful space and we would recommend anyone who is looking for a venue to host an event.’
Cellar Bar at Sir Christopher Hatton
in Farringdon - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue downstairs that we were able to have exclusive use of for a work event.’
Green Room at Remark! Events
in Farringdon - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The meeting room was perfect and the location was great.’
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 Farringdon, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 55 and 100 guests | prices average £1280 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £5500 hire fee per day |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for unusual venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hall | prices average £6000 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 250 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 120 guests |
| Meeting Room | prices average £1200 hire fee per day | typically between 5 and 55 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 70 guests |
Smaller unusual venues usually fit up to 35 guests standing. Here are some great options in Farringdon, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Agas Harding Boardroom at The Goldsmiths' Centre, rated 4.8/5 - boardroom for 24 guests
Venue said: Overlooking the roof-tops of Clerkenwell's city space, the space is perfect for small and intimate presentations, meetings, team away days, and seminars for up to a maximum of 24 people.
The Mezzanine at 87 Barts Close, rated 4.3/5 - dining room for 14 guests
Venue said: We consider this to be perfect for private and, Directors’ dining and private meetings - discrete, opulent and absolutely exclusive, with incredible AV facilities to make sure your meeting goes as smoothly as possible.
Camden Lock at CCT Venues - Smithfield, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 32 guests
Venue said: This refurbished meeting space has inbuilt AV equipment, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, natural daylight, and nearby refreshments. Choose to hire the room alone or opt for the cost-effective Day Delegate Package, including...
Cheap unusual venues in Farringdon start from £585 hire fee per event or £670 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Agas Harding Boardroom at The Goldsmiths' Centre, from £588 hire fee per event
(up to 24 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Otherwise, no complaints and we would look to use the venue again.’
Meeting Room 4 at CCT Venues - Smithfield, from £672 hire fee per day
(up to 35 guests standing)
Venue said: Meeting Room 4 can accommodate up to 30 guests. It's perfect for board meetings and training. It is a regular shape, has inbuilt audio-visual equipment with dedicated onsite support and excellent free of charge Wi-Fi (1GB).
The Chocolate Cocktail Club at The Chocolate Cocktail Club, from £365 minimum spend per event (up to 10 guests standing)
In Farringdon, unusual venues are most commonly booked for 15 to 65 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Meeting | Usually between £250 and £650. |
User who booked Green Room at Remark! Events for 5 guests
said: ‘A superb location with easy transport links. Great value for money. Superb friendly and helpful staff.’ |
| Party | Usually between £1,000 and £2,300. |
User who booked Vienna Salon/Exclusive Hire at Fidelio for 70 guests
said: ‘The venue felt really intimate, but with enough space for everyone to congregate in one place as well.’ |
| Wedding Reception | Usually between £10,000 and £13,500. |
User who booked Whole Venue at Balfour St Bart's for 116 guests
said: ‘Balfour helped make our wedding day magical. The entire staff was lovely and helpful.’ |
| Christmas Dinner | Usually between £6,000 and £8,500. |
User who booked The Crypt - Entire Venue at The Crypt for 84 guests
said: ‘Without a doubt, I would love to book this venue for future events.’ |
| Conference | Usually between £600 and £2,600. |
User who booked Yellow Room at Remark! Events for 16 guests
said: ‘The staff are very kind, and it is a nice experience overall. The place is also easy to find.’ |
Page last updated in September 2026
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