An event space in a pub with maroon walls, high stools, wooden floors, and colorful artwork at John the Unicorn.

The Blessing at John the Unicorn

Event Space in a Pub
·
Private space
157-159 Rye Lane, London, SE15 4TL –
Peckham Rye Station (0.1 mi)
Up to 30
seats
Up to 80
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Blessing - your next party awaits!

Not only do we have a private room there's also:

- A semi private bar
- Sound system
- Freedom to deck out the room how you'd like
- Access to play your own music via playlist, DJ or live band
- Great location

We are perfect for any type of event from birthdays, weddings, dinners, meetings, whatever you have planned - come along and celebrate at John the Unicorn. Available to hire Monday - Saturday with varying hire prices and minimum spends. Looking to host a more bespoke event, The Blessing is the perfect space to hold live entertainment from comedy to cabaret!

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 23:00
from £100–£250 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 16:30
from £100 min. spend
Per day
17:30 – 23:00
from £250 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £100–£250 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 16:30
from £100 min. spend
Per day
17:30 – 23:00
from £250 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £100–£250 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 16:30
from £100 min. spend
Per day
17:30 – 23:00
from £250 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 23:00
from £100–£250 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 16:30
from £100 min. spend
Per day
17:30 – 23:00
from £250 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 1:00
from £100–£750 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 16:00
from £100 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 1:00
from £750 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 1:00
from £250–£2000 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 15:00
from £250 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 23:00
from £250 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 15:00
from £250 min. spend
Per day
16:00 – 23:00
from £250 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 80
Dining
up to 30
Theatre
up to 30
Cabaret
up to 25
U-Shaped
up to 25
Classroom
up to 30

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Italian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 0:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Stage
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
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
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 21:00

Host rules

- No smoking/vaping in the building
- Outside catering not allowed

Cancellation policy: Very flexible

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Reviews and ratings

(2 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
TK
Toby K.
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 50 guests · December 2025
It was the perfect spot for my 30th right in the centre of Peckham with a great space for us to party and play our own music all night! Great to have our own bar too which kept the party together Loved the Photo Booth too!
We had a few people sneak into the party earlier on as it’s not totally separate - not a criticism just something to consider!
5.0
DJ
Daniel J.
Verified review
Party · 40 guests · December 2025
Great space, accommodating staff and lovely atmosphere. Also very affordable drinks!
No concerns at all, had a great time!
5.0

About John the Unicorn

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