Exclusive Venue Hire at Ara

Restaurant
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Whole venue
1 New Drum Street, London, E1 7AY
Aldgate East Station (0.1 mi)

About this space

Our venue is available for full private hire, accommodating up to 98 guests seated, including 10 bar seats, or 150 guests standing, depending on the layout.

Perfect for celebrations, corporate events, product launches, and team gatherings, the space combines flexibility with style, offering a welcoming yet elegant atmosphere.

With bespoke layouts, personalised food and drink packages, and a fully stocked bar - we deliver exclusive experiences. Our dedicated events team works closely with you from initial enquiry to the final guest leaving, ensuring every detail is perfectly executed.



Prices

Monday
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 2:00
from £3375 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Capacity

Standing
up to 150
Dining
up to 98

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Mediterranean cuisine
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
Space where you can prepare food
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
Quiet space
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
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: Storage space
Unavailable: Mirrors
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

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
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

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

• No smoking or vaping inside the venue - private terrace available for guest use.
• Guests must respect the venue, furniture, fixtures and equipment. Any damage caused during an event may incur an additional charge.
• External food and beverages are not permitted unless agreed with Ara in advance.
• All food and beverages must be supplied and served by Ara unless otherwise agreed.
• External entertainment, DJs, performers, AV equipment or production must be approved by the Ara Events Team in advance.
• Any decorations, signage or installations must be approved in advance and must not damage the venue.
• Confetti, glitter, silly string, candles or similar items are not permitted unless specifically approved by the venue.
• Guests must remain within their allocated event space and follow any instructions from the Ara team.
• The agreed guest capacity for the space must not be exceeded.
• Events must finish at the agreed time. Additional charges may apply for extended use of the space.
• Guests are expected to behave respectfully towards Ara staff and other guests. The venue reserves the right to refuse service or end an event where behaviour is inappropriate or unsafe.
• Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
• Any specific event requirements, including entertainment, decorations, branding or production, must be agreed with the Ara Events Team prior to the event.
• For private and exclusive events, the client is responsible for ensuring that all guests are aware of and adhere to these rules.

Cancellation policy: Custom

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About Ara

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


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