Semi-Private Backspace Hire at Without Papers Bar

Lounge in a Bar
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Semi-private area
6 Kingsland Road, London, E2 8DA –
Old Street Station (0.4 mi)

About this space

The Semi-Private Backspace is a Lounge in Without Papers Bar. The space has continuous wraparound banquette seating that creates a sheltered, semi-private layout.

Design: The room has deep blue-green painted walls, dark timber floors and round dark-wood tables under low, warm lighting. The decor includes bentwood chairs, framed vintage posters and a long wall mirror that visually extends the space.

Features: The space includes a built-in PA system and speakers and a cleared central area that functions as a small dancefloor. The room offers air conditioning, venue Wi‑Fi and a step-free, wheelchair-accessible entrance, and furniture can be rearranged for seated or standing layouts.

Ideal for: Intimate social groups seeking a relaxed lounge for seated drinks or a small standing reception with room for mingling.


Offers and packages

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Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas in the Semi-Private Backspace with a full buffet: 6 canapés pp, sharing boards and a sweet bite.

Christmas Party Buffet Package – Semi-Private Backspace Hire
£32 per person

• 6 canapés per person
• 1 sharing board per 2 guests (cheese, salumi, vegan or mix)
• Taralli, olives, pickles and focaccia
• 1 sweet canapé per person

COLD
1. Smoked salmon & cream cheese blinis
2. Prosciutto & melone skewer
3. Pecorino cheese & salame skewer
4. Bresaola, rocket salad & burrata roll
5. Basil pesto & sundried tomato crostini
6. Courgette roll with ricotta cheese
7. Bruschette with fontina, sundried tomato & olive tapenade
8. Artichoke heart with pesto & mint
9. Mix vegetable crostini

HOT
1. Cod croquette with tartare sauce
2. Sausage roll
3. Sausage roll Vegan
4. Arancini truffle, parmesan
5. Arancini ’nduja, saffron & mozzarella
6. Arancini ’nduja Vegan
7. Spinach and ricotta arancini

SWEET
1. Cannoli mini (hazelnut or pistachio)
2. Chocolate brownie bites
3. Panettone


Prices

Monday
17:00 – 1:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 1:00
from £300 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
17:00 – 1:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 1:00
from £300 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
17:00 – 1:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 1:00
from £300 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
17:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
17:00 – 1:30
from £1000 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 1:30
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
17:00 – 1:30
from £1000 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 1:30
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
17:00 – 1:00
from £300 min. spend
Per day
17:00 – 1:00
from £300 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Italian cuisine
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: 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
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Quiet space
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Own music not allowed
  • Bring your own DJ not allowed
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Unavailable: Accessible toilets
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

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

ID and admission: proof of age may be requested; management reserves admission
rights.
Allergies: advise in advance. We minimise cross-contamination but cannot guarantee
an allergen-free environment.
Decor and cakes: small, tasteful decorations by prior agreement; no confetti.
External food not permitted, except sealed celebration cakes by prior arrangement.
Branding and welcome: welcome drinks, place cards and simple company branding
available on request for festive events.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(6 reviews and ratings - )

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Kalisa N.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
CL
Charlie L.
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Excellent communication
5.0
AB
Aman B.
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Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

Yes, but DJs are permitted only for exclusive hire of the whole venue.

Yes, we can move a couple of tables to let guests stand more comfortably.

No, because the venue is open to other guests, screens cannot be used.

Yes, music is played in the bar.


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About Without Papers Bar

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