Unusual Venues for Hire in The Strand, London

Unusual Venues for Hire in The Strand, London

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Top Unusual Venues in The Strand

Not all great parties begin in grand ballrooms, some start in hidden vaults, old theatres, or quirky basement bars around The Strand. If you’re looking for a venue that sparks curiosity the moment your guests arrive, this slice of central London delivers. From the bold spaces near Covent Garden to the warehouse spaces in Embankment and Aldwych, unusual venues around The Strand create talking points. Your event shouldn’t blend into everyone else’s Instagram feed. With Tagvenue, you can browse character-filled spaces, compare photos and pricing side by side, and reserve your pick in just a few clicks. 

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Book Small Unique Event Spaces in The Strand

The Rehearsal Room
from £120
hire fee / per hour
The Rehearsal Room
30
45
Adam House Event Space
(73)
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Event Venue in a Conference Centre
Private space
A
Alex C.
“Erdem was great and very responsive when I booked through TagVenue.”
Whole Venue
from £150
hire fee / per hour
Whole Venue
30
50
Creme de la Crepe
(1)
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Cafe
Whole venue
Whether enjoying a classic Nutella and banana crepe or exploring unique flavor combinations, Crème de la Crêpe promises an authentic French dining experience amidst the bustling streets of London.
The Terrace
from £414
hire fee / per hour
The Terrace
50
Huckletree Public Hall
(5)
Embankment Station
The Strand, London
Coworking Space
Semi-private area
Book our event space and terrace to host unforgettable drinks receptions. Use our Roundtable Room for intimate dinners, board meetings and team-away days.
Paradiso
from £250
hire fee / per hour
Paradiso
14
30
Blacks Club
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Restaurant in a Photo Studio
Private space
If passion really gets the better of you perhaps you may want to book the private Boudoir room of old Blacks fame. Now however it has undergone full transformation into a boudoir and is the perfect private spot for secret
Modern, Light-Filled Duplex
from £59
hire fee / per hour
Modern, Light-Filled Duplex
12
30
Modern, Light-Filled Duplex in Haggerston
(1)
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Loft
Whole venue
Overlooking the canal, this versatile space combines industrial chic with modern elegance, ideal for business meetings, photo shoots, creative workshops, and intimate gatherings.
VIP Room
from £250
per person / per evening
VIP Room
30
ATG VIP: Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Event Space in a Theatre
Private space
Book a gathering in a place that everyone will want to go to. Lead your group to a private area and treat them to a delicately prepared variety of savoury and sweet canapés while sipping on tasteless and sugary inferior quality
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Find Affordable Quirky Venues in The Strand

4-person Room
from £9
per person / per session
4-person Room
4
4
Karaoke Epoc
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Karaoke Bar
Private space
Ideal for birthdays, group gatherings, and company workshops. A private setting to enjoy a special time with friends and colleagues. Karaoke Epoc is a 4-minute walk from Piccadilly Circus and 6 minutes from Leicester Square,
Ground Floor
from £20
minimum spend / per session
Ground Floor
100
90
Benihana
(4)
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Restaurant
Private space
The spacious basement floor at Benihana Covent Garden can accommodate up to 100 guests, making it the ideal venue for all your special occasions and corporate gatherings.
Semi-Private Room C
from £24
minimum spend / per session
Semi-Private Room C
90
120
PARO - Awarded Best Indian Restaurant
(9)
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
K
Ketachi U.
“It is a beautiful restaurant and great value for money. I will definitely be recommending to friends.”
The Sanctuary
from £50
hire fee / per hour
The Sanctuary
200
Crown Court Church
(19)
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Event Space in a Church
Private space
I
Iana K.
“The church was really convenient in terms of location as it was near Covent Garden station.”
Blind Spot London
from £750
hire fee / per day
Blind Spot London
150
St Martins Lane London
(25)
Leicester Square Station
The Strand, London
Event Space in a Hotel
Shared space
S
Sharmaine W.
“The service from initial visit to planning and the actual event itself was outstanding!”
The Gallery
from £1560
hire fee / per session
The Gallery
60
120
St Martin-in-the-Field
(9)
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Field
Private space
Our in-house catering team can deliver exquisite fine dining packages or spectacular catering for larger numbers, all within a range of costs to suit your budget, and we can source entertainment for your event should you
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The Strand’s Extraordinary Bars with Unusual Spaces

Whole Venue
from £75
hire fee / per hour
Whole Venue
100
120
Courtyard Wine Cellars
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Bar
Whole venue
Located in the heart of Covent Garden, Courtyard Wine Cellars (CWC) is Central London’s largest wine bar and retail space – a truly unique venue perfect for private events, corporate functions, celebrations, and more.
Whole Venue
from £1900
hire fee / per evening
Whole Venue
100
250
Boyds Grill & Wine Bar
(4)
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Bar
Whole venue
Boyds Grill & Wine Bar is the perfect setting for your private dining event, Christmas or birthday party, reception or any other celebrations you have planned.
Bar Room
from £11500
minimum spend / per session
Bar Room
80
150
Toklas Restaurant
(1)
Temple Station
The Strand, London
Restaurant
Private space
A light, spacious bar room, with mellow furnishings, vintage parquet floor, Gesture chairs by Hans Olsen, and a 9m reclaimed iroko bar counter with marble front.
Venue Hire
from £1500
minimum spend / per session
Venue Hire
180
220
Blame Gloria Covent Garden
(22)
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Bar
Whole venue
B
Ben P.
“Had an amazing birthday and was really well looked after. Thank you!”
Semi - Private Oche
from £8
per person / per session
Semi - Private Oche
1
Oche
(45)
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
S
Sarah G.
“This is a really good meeting venue where you can add an element of competition with some darts games.”
Agni Rooftop Bar
from £5000
minimum spend / per session
Agni Rooftop Bar
120
300
Uyare
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Restaurant
Semi-private area
Located above Victoria Gate, Agni is Leeds’ first South Indian rooftop bar. Enjoy skyline views, signature spice-infused cocktails, fine wines, and premium spirits.
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Explore Unusual Restaurants

Semi-Private Room B
from £24
per person / per session
Semi-Private Room B
30
35
PARO - Awarded Best Indian Restaurant
(9)
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
K
Ketachi U.
“It is a beautiful restaurant and great value for money. I will definitely be recommending to friends.”
El Ta'koy
from £1500
hire fee / per session
El Ta'koy
25
30
3 Henrietta Street
(66)
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
P
Pip H.
“Atmosphere, informality, restaurant downstairs, private, good space, great view,”
Exclusive hire
from £10000
minimum spend / per session
Exclusive hire
72
150
Ochre Restaurant
(1)
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Restaurant
Whole venue
Whether it's a romantic dinner, a corporate event, or a joyous celebration, Ochre provides a unique setting for every occasion. The restaurant is available for both full and semi hire, allowing its dedicated team to tailor
Toklas - Entire Venue
from £32500
minimum spend / per session
Toklas - Entire Venue
150
400
Toklas Restaurant
(1)
Temple Station
The Strand, London
Restaurant
Whole venue
The restaurant room has a low-key, brasserie-style feel. Design accents such as the vintage parquet floor, iroko tabletops, and Børge Mogensen chairs make an elegant foil for bespoke pendant LED lights and comfortable green
Glass Room
from £100
minimum spend / per session
Glass Room
13
36
Vasco & Pieros Pavilion Italian Restaurant
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Vasco & Piero’s Pavilion is a warm, stylish restaurant in Soho, available for full hire for up to 85 guests. For smaller events, there's The Glass Room.
Restaurant Exclusive Hire
from £8000
hire fee / per session
Restaurant Exclusive Hire
80
150
The Portrait Restaurant By Richard Corrigan
(3)
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Restaurant
Whole venue
Whether you’re planning a grand private dinner with friends and family or an all-out exclusive celebration, The Portrait restaurant is the ideal location for hosting memorable occasions.
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Unusual Venues for Hire in The Strand, London

FAQs about Top Unusual Venues in The Strand

The cost of unusual venues averages around £3000 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 The Strand, based on Tagvenue data from March 2026:

Prices of unusual venues in The Strand
From £1250 to £8500 minimum spend per event
From £2000 to £16800 hire fee per event
From £24 to £108 per person

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

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 The Strand, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (March 2026):

Small up to 60 guests prices average £1750 minimum spend per event
Medium between 100 and 200 guests prices average £5700 minimum spend per event
Large over 220 guests prices average £9500 minimum spend per event

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Verified Reviews of Unusual Venues in The Strand

CM
Claire M.
Verified review
Booked Entire Venue at Clipper Lounge EMB
5.0
The Clipper Lounge team did a brilliant job with our client drinks event, organisation and service were both excellent and we really enjoyed the unique venue and beautiful views of the Thames. Thank you to all.

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