An event space in a pub with exposed brick walls, purple neon signage, and wooden flooring at John the Unicorn.
An event space in a pub with maroon walls, high stools, wooden floors, and colorful artwork at John the Unicorn.
An event space in a pub with wooden floors, velvet banquette seating, and framed artwork at John the Unicorn.
An event space with exposed brick walls, a chalkboard, blue velvet chairs, and a faux fireplace 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 125
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Blessing is an Event Space in John the Unicorn, a semi-private room identified by a custom neon name sign that marks a distinct hire area.

Design: The room has exposed brick walls, dark timber floorboards and a low industrial ceiling that create an intimate, compact interior. The space includes painted panelling and framed prints that reinforce a pub-style finish.

Features: The space has a built-in dance floor and a PA system and permits guest music and external DJs. The space also provides venue Wi‑Fi and benefits from natural light during the day.

Ideal for: Small groups seeking a compact, sociable standing reception or a DJ-led, music-focused night.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu
Main menu

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
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
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
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
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
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 1:00
from £250–£1750 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 1:00
from £1750 min. spend
Per day
8:00 – 15:00
from £250 min. spend
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
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Capacity

Standing
up to 125
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 Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Italian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Quiet space
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Stage
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: Soundproof
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 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

(4 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
EA
Emily A.
Verified review
Party · 40 guests · June 2026
The staff were really helpful in sorting out any enquiries or issues. I liked the size of the venue, the drinks and food were great!
Staff were helpful, but I found myself chase around for things to be sorted. The kitchen closed at 9pm, and the food took a while to come out.
4.7
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
EA
Emily A.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
4.0

FAQ

Yes, external DJs can use the venue, but they must provide their own equipment.

Yes, guests are welcome to use the TVs, which have HDMI inputs.

Yes. The Blessing space includes access to decks, a private bar and a photobooth.

Yes, music can be played at the venue.

The TVs have HDMI inputs.

John the Unicorn is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated hospitality and event experience at this venue as Superb
Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 96%

About John the Unicorn

John the Unicorn is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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