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Whole Venue at The John

Bar
·
Whole venue
Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HG –
Canterbury Town Centre
Up to 40
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

Ditch the ordinary. The John – Canterbury’s iconic underground venue – reimagines Victorian-era toilets into a bold, industrial playground for 50-100 guests. Think exposed brick, vaulted archways, and a vibe that’s equal parts gritty and glamorous. Perfect for events that demand personality.

What We Offer:
- 3 Massive Booths: Claim your crew’s territory – ideal for lounging, dining, or private chats.
- DJ-Ready Hub: Built-in desk and sound system? Let the beats rule.
- No Half-Measures Bar: Fully stocked with top-shelf spirits, craft beers, and cocktails that impress.
- Moody Ambiance: Strategic lighting and raw textures set the scene for photos that pop.

Why Book?
- Exclusive & Unforgettable: No cookie-cutter halls here – your event will be talked about.
- Central Location: Steps from Canterbury’s buzz, yet feels like your secret underground lair.
- Hassle-Free: We handle setup/cleanup; you handle the fun.

Perfect For
Big Birthdays, Edgy Weddings, Launch Parties, DJ Nights, Creative Corporate Shindigs

Capacity: 50-100 | Full Bar Service |
“Not your grandma’s venue… unless she’s really cool.”

The John: Because basements shouldn’t be boring.

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 0:00
from £400–£700 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £700 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 15:00
from £400 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £400–£700 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £700 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 15:00
from £400 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £400–£700 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £700 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 15:00
from £400 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 0:00
from £400–£700 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £700 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 15:00
from £400 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 3:00
from £400–£2500 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 3:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 15:00
from £400 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
17:00 – 3:30
from £4000 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 3:30
from £4000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 2:30
from £1500 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 2:30
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 100
  • Cabaret
    up to 40

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
BYO alcohol allowed A fee is charged if you bring your own alcohol
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Quiet space
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Unavailable: Accessible toilets
  • Unavailable: Ground level
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift
  • Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available
  • No wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Host rules

- Over 18's only
- No smoking in the building
- Outside catering is allowed

Cancellation policy: Custom

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About The John

The John is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Location

Location map

Meet your host

Tim Johnson
Member of Tagvenue since March 2025
6h Response time
70% Response rate

Contact venue managers directly on Tagvenue. Keep all event communication on the platform for a secure, seamless booking.

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