The 16 Best Unusual Venues for Hire in The Strand, London

Q: How much does it cost to book unique event spaces 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 £1500 to £9500 minimum spend per event - From £60 to £130 per person - From £1980 to £16800 hire fee per event

Q: What are some small unique event spaces in The Strand?

Smaller unusual venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in The Strand, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026: - The Rehearsal Room at Adam House, rated 4.2/5 - rehearsal room for 45 guests. Our user said: ‘The room was perfect for our event.’ - Bourne Yacht at Thames Limo, rated 4.9/5 - yacht for 12 guests. Our user said: ‘We had an amazing time on the Thames! The staff, the views and the company!’ - 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.’

Q: What are some affordable quirky venues in The Strand?

Cheap unusual venues in The Strand start from £1560 hire fee per event or £50 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026: - The Gallery at St Martin-in-the-Field, from £1560 hire fee per event (up to 120 guests standing). Venue said: Conference and meeting rooms full of natural daylight are available for smaller events or breakout spaces, whilst our outdoor Courtyard is perfect for summer parties. - The Sanctuary at Crown Court Church, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 200 guests seated). Our user said: ‘The church was really convenient in terms of location as it was near Covent Garden station.’ - The Guinness Saloon at Mr Fogg's Market Tavern, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests standing). Venue said: The Guinness Saloon is a private event space within Mr Fogg's Market Tavern, accommodating up to 60 guests. Featuring its own dedicated Guinness bar, the space is suitable for networking events, private dinners, drinks receptions,

Unusual Venues for Hire in The Strand, London

FAQs about Top Unique Event Spaces in The Strand

How much does it cost to book unique event spaces 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:

Prices of unusual venues in The Strand as of September, 2026
From £1500	to £9500	minimum spend per event
From £60	to £130	per person
From £1980	to £16800	hire fee per event

What are the top alternative venues available in The Strand?

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

Entire Venue at Clipper Lounge EMB in The Strand - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The booking process was very easy, didn’t feel pressured at all in terms of pre-booking things too early.’
Gladstone Library at The Royal Horseguards & One Whitehall Place in Whitehall - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Location and history of building...’
Main Lounge at Arboretum in The Strand - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The room is very versatile and the space is unique.’

What are the typical capacities of quirky venues in The Strand?

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 (September 2026):

Small	up to 60 guests	prices average £1250 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

What are some popular types of creative event spaces in The Strand?

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

Event Space	prices average £2400 hire fee per event	typically between 50 and 250 guests
Restaurant	prices average £2000 minimum spend per event	typically between 35 and 150 guests
Bar	prices average £4250 minimum spend per event	typically between 80 and 120 guests
Cocktail Bar	prices average £2100 minimum spend per event	typically between 100 and 200 guests
Dining Room	prices average £650 minimum spend per event	typically between 30 and 120 guests

What are some small unique event spaces in The Strand?

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

The Rehearsal Room at Adam House, rated 4.2/5 - rehearsal room for 45 guests
Our user said: ‘The room was perfect for our event.’
Bourne Yacht at Thames Limo, rated 4.9/5 - yacht for 12 guests
Our user said: ‘We had an amazing time on the Thames! The staff, the views and the company!’
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.’

What are some affordable quirky venues in The Strand?

Cheap unusual venues in The Strand start from £1560 hire fee per event or £50 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

The Gallery at St Martin-in-the-Field, from £1560 hire fee per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Venue said: Conference and meeting rooms full of natural daylight are available for smaller events or breakout spaces, whilst our outdoor Courtyard is perfect for summer parties.
The Sanctuary at Crown Court Church, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 200 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The church was really convenient in terms of location as it was near Covent Garden station.’
The Guinness Saloon at Mr Fogg's Market Tavern, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: The Guinness Saloon is a private event space within Mr Fogg's Market Tavern, accommodating up to 60 guests. Featuring its own dedicated Guinness bar, the space is suitable for networking events, private dinners, drinks receptions,

What events can you host at alternative venues in The Strand?

In The Strand, unusual venues are most commonly booked for 15 to 90 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Party	Usually between £2,500 and £7,700.	User who booked Entire Venue at Clipper Lounge EMB for 85 guests said: ‘A perfect fit for our event – just right!’
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.’
Meeting	Usually between £200 and £450.	User who booked Garden Suite at Adam House for 20 guests said: ‘Great venue, and local surrounding area, good transport links, Steffen and his team very accommodating.’
30th Birthday Party	Usually between £3,000 and £4,500.	User who booked Basement Venue at St Martins Lane London for 40 guests said: ‘Not only is the venue sophisticated, chic and high end.’

Verified Reviews of Unusual Venues in The Strand

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.