Shoreditch, one of London’s hippest districts, is an excellent choice for hosting unforgettable events like birthday parties, engagement parties, or promotional parties, where selecting a venue that matches your desired atmosphere is key. Choose from industrial and spacious warehouses near Hoxton Square or Victorian railway arches, reimagined spaces like secret speakeasies, theatres, or basements near convenient transport links, or uniquely decorated funky bars and nightclubs with colorful, tropical, or otherworldly vibes for after-work drinks or celebrations. Ready to discover the most unusual venues in Shoreditch? Find your unique space today.
The cost of unusual venues averages around £2000 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 Shoreditch, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £85 | to £300 | hire fee per hour |
| From £1200 | to £6600 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Whole Venue at Lumiere London Shoreditch Loft
in Shoreditch - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was perfect for our corporate event.’
The Artist's Loft at The Artist's Loft
in Shoreditch - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Jeremy was super helpful from booking to the day of the event. Would book again.’
Roof Terrace at Vagabond Shoreditch
in Shoreditch - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Vegabond Shoreditch was perfect for our corporate party.’
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 Shoreditch, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £120 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 80 and 150 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 200 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for unusual venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 120 and 250 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 180 and 300 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 170 and 220 guests |
| Basement | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 120 and 200 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £24000 minimum spend per event | typically between 180 and 250 guests |
Smaller unusual venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Shoreditch, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Bathroom at The Cocktail Club Old Street, rated 4.6/5 - lounge for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘Elinor was very helpful in setting everything up.’
Alma+Margo Studio at Alma + Margo, rated 5/5 - creative space for 50 guests
Venue said: Whether you're hosting a small showcase, book launch, creative meeting, or celebration, Alma+Margo offers a unique setting that feels both personal and quietly inspiring.
Karaoke Den at The Fox, Shoreditch, rated 4.8/5 - karaoke bar for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘Service was brilliant, friendly staff and the place looks super cool.’
Cheap unusual venues in Shoreditch start from £15 per person or £300 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
The Artist's Loft at The Artist's Loft, from £18 per person
(up to 15 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Jeremy was super helpful from booking to the day of the event. Would book again.’
The Den at Ballie Ballerson, from £300 minimum spend per event
(up to 60 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Booking was easy and Wenny was lovely to work with. I would definitely book again...’
Karaoke Den at The Fox, Shoreditch, from £60 hire fee per hour
(up to 20 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Service was brilliant, friendly staff and the place looks super cool.’
In Shoreditch, unusual venues are most commonly booked for 15 to 60 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £350 and £1,500. |
User who booked Alma+Margo Studio at Alma + Margo for 50 guests
said: ‘This was a superb venue for our party.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £5,000 and £11,000. |
User who booked Full Venue Hire at Barrio Shoreditch for 200 guests
said: ‘Everything was planned so smoothly and on the night went great.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £400 and £1,500. |
User who booked Uptown - Private Room at Barrio Shoreditch for 70 guests
said: ‘Staff were really helpful and tried to make it as memorable as possible.’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £500 and £1,000. |
User who booked The Artist's Loft at The Artist's Loft for 10 guests
said: ‘Excellent booking - would use again and highly recommend...’ |
| Summer Party | Usually between £1,500 and £4,500. |
User who booked Roof Terrace at Vagabond Shoreditch for 60 guests
said: ‘Great location, loved the space, the food and drinks are great.’ |
Looking for a venue in Shoreditch that will really leave an impression on your guests? Our collection of the most unusual, unique, and unconventional spaces for hire in the district is exactly what you need! Some of the venues that caught our attention include:
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