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

El Ta'koy
from £1500
hire fee / per session
El Ta'koy
25
30
3 Henrietta Street
(63)
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
D
Dannielle H.
“Great venue for my farewell London leaving party!”
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.
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
A perfect match for the grandeur of Calcutta’s rich culture and cuisine, the restaurant can seat upto 130 esteemed diners for corporate or private events.
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.
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

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
L
Lisa G.
“Set up of the venue - worked well for a small meeting. Chilled out vibe - the event manager Will was excelelnt”
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
(18)
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.”
Room
from £100
hire fee / per day
Room
4
The Massage Company
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Therapy Room in a Meeting Centre
Private space
Tucked away just moments from Canning Town, our serene space features three quiet, light-filled rooms (2.4m x 3.8m).
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 Restaurants with Unusual Spaces

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
The Restaurant
from £50
per person / per session
The Restaurant
28
30
Pick & Cheese Camden
Charing Cross Station
The Strand, London
Restaurant
Whole venue
The restaurant doubles down on the idea that cheese should come to you. An 18-metre conveyor belt snakes through the space, carrying a constantly changing parade of British artisan cheeses straight to the table.
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.
Penelope's
from £4000
minimum spend / per afternoon
Penelope's
145
180
AMANO Hotel Covent Garden
(15)
Covent Garden Station
The Strand, London
Restaurant in a Hotel
Private space
The restaurant is available for semi-exclusive and exclusive hire for up to 140 seated guests. Diners can expect dishes served family style such as Octopus Frekkeh Paella served with a Gin-Tomato Sauce, Chargrilled Half Chicken
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 January 2026:

Prices of unusual venues in The Strand
From £1500 to £9500 minimum spend per event
From £50 to £130 per person
From £2400 to £10000 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated January 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 (January 2026):

Small up to 35 guests prices average £250 hire fee per hour
Medium between 80 and 150 guests prices average £2700 minimum spend per event
Large over 220 guests prices average £10000 minimum spend per event

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