A pub with a decorated Christmas tree, festive garlands, and a wooden bar at The Old Blue Last.
A pub with blue leather banquette seating, round wooden tables, and festive holiday decorations at The Old Blue Last.
A pub lounge with dark wood floors, round tables, bar stools, and globe pendant lights at The Old Blue Last.
A pub with ornate wooden bar seating, globe pendant lights, and a large decorative mirror at The Old Blue Last.

The Flat at The Old Blue Last

Bar in a Pub
·
Private space
38 Great Eastern Street, London, EC2A 3ES –
Old Street Station (0.3 mi)
Up to 70
seats
Up to 70
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The Flat is a Private Bar in The Old Blue Last that functions as an intimate upstairs live-music room with a compact layout centred on bar service and performance.

Design: The Flat shows dark-painted timber floors and deep-painted walls paired with reclaimed-wood seating and a mirror-backed bar. The Flat uses low ceilings, exposed bulbs and simple fittings to present an industrial-chic, compact interior.

Features: The Flat includes an installed PA system and house speakers and permits hosts to play their own music or bring a DJ. The Flat provides a cleared central area suitable for dancing and a bar counter for in-room service. The Flat also provides Wi‑Fi and natural daylight.

Ideal for: Small, sociable groups seeking a relaxed, music-focused standing reception or an informal seated night out.

What sets it apart: The Flat has in-room air conditioning that maintains a comfortable temperature during busy music nights.

What guests say: The Flat remains comfortable when busy and provides clean, well-maintained facilities alongside generally friendly, prompt bar service.

Usually booked for

Party

Typically for 40-60 guests and costs about £150.

"Venue was amazing for my 30th birthday party."

- Kate P. Oct 2026

Birthday Party

Typically for 50-60 guests and costs about £1,800.

"Having the private access to your own toilets and a bar is great as well."

- Lydia C. Sep 2026

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 0:30
from £1200 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 0:30
from £1200 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 0:30
from £1200 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 0:30
from £1200 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 3:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 3:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £180 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £180 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £1800 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 0:30
from £1200 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 70
  • Dining
    up to 70
  • Cabaret
    up to 70

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
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
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • 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
  • Quiet space
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
  • Unavailable: Parking available

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 after 18:00

Host rules

Any decorations need to be approved by management.

Cancellation policy: Very flexible

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Reviews and ratings

(9 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

KP
Kate P.
Verified review
Party · 40 guests · October 2026

Venue was amazing for my 30th birthday party. I was allowed to take my own decorations and some snacks which was amazing. Venue had also put out some candles which made the place feel vibey as well. Great drinks stock and I was allowed to play my own music which was fab! All my guests loved the venue.

Nothing

5.0
LC
Lydia C.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 60 guests · September 2026

Great space, staff are friendly and helpful, can actually use the space for the full time and have music on full etc they don’t try to limit that. Having the private access to your own toilets and a bar is great as well.

Nothing! Bins in the loos did need emptying when I got there to set up and soon as I told the staff it was done, so honestly just showed how keen they were to be helpful. Lots of guests commented what a great space it was for a party.

4.7
KP
Kate P.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
AE
Amy E.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

Yes, clients can control the playlists via their own phone. DJ and equipment are also available for hire.

For Friday nights, the minimum bar spend cannot be reduced further.

Yes, DJ equipment can be connected directly to the venue's sound system via XLR cables.

No. DJ equipment is also available for hire.

Yes, decorations can be brought in, provided they are not placed in a way that could damage the paintwork.

About The Old Blue Last

The Old Blue Last is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Fiona Keane
Member of Tagvenue since December 2025
9 Reviews
4.9 Rating
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