Private Function Room at The Hercules Pillars

Function Room in a Pub
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Private space
18 Great Queen Street, Holborn, London, London, WC2B 5DG
Holborn Station (0.1 mi)

About this space

Whether you're planning after work drinks, a business meeting, a birthday celebration, or a private dining experience, our function room at The Hercules Pillars is the ideal setting.

This versatile space features its own private bar, TV screens, and a large projector screen, making it fully equipped for everything from presentations to party playlists. With seating for up to 50 guests or space for 80 standing, the layout is entirely flexible just let our events team know what you need, and we’ll tailor the setup to suit your occasion.

Hosting a sit down meal or a relaxed buffet-style gathering? We’ve got you covered. Plus, take advantage of our exclusive preorder menu, offering special discounts on food and drinks when you book in advance.

Let us help you create a memorable event in the heart of London.


Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

£1000 min. spend
A proper pub, right in the heart of Holborn. The Hercules Pillars is ideal for Christmas socials with space to relax, raise a glass, and finish the year on a high. Reserve your spot today.
Christmas Buffet
£18 per person
All served with a garden salad, house gravy and a selection of sauces

- Loaded Potato Skins
- Mini Turkey Sliders
- Mini Fish & Chips
- Mac and Cheese Croquettes (V)
- Roast Skewers (VG Available) - Turkey, carrots, stuffing, roast potatoes, brussel sprouts and pigs and blankets
- Yorkshire Pudding Bites
- Breaded Mushrooms (V)
Christmas Dinner
£27 per person
1. Two courses (£27 per person)
2. Three courses (£32 per person)
Platters (Built for 2-4 People)
£29.95 total
All served with house gravy and a selection of sauces

Festive Board - (Honey and mustard glazed ham slices, mini beef and ale pies, Yorkshire pudding bites with roast beef & horseradish cream, pigs & blankets and roast potatoes.

Garden Feast (V) or (VG) - (Brie and cranberry wontons, boletus mushroom croquettes, sweet potato falafel bites, spring rolls and roast potatoes).

Season's Best (NCGI) - (Honey and mustard glazed ham slices, wholetail breaded scampi, spicy corn fritter, pigs in blankets and roast potatoes).
Bottle of Wine
£20 total
White/Red/Rose
Bottle of Prosecco
£25 total
Moët & Chandon Champagne
£65 total
Bucket of 10 Beers
£40 total
Corona or Heineken
Bucket of 5 Soft Drinks
£16 total

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
11:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 22:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 22:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

Capacity

Standing
up to 80
Dining
up to 40
Boardroom
up to 40
U-Shaped
up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Complimentary water
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 0:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Quiet space
Alcohol licence
Parking available

Music & sound equipment

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

Accessibility

Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed


Reviews and ratings

(7 reviews and ratings - )

N
Natalia
June 2025
Pub · 40 guests
The venue itself, the service and the equipment available for our meeting.
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5.0
MC
Martha C.
September 2024
Leaving Party · 50 guests
The function room at the Hercules Pillars was ideal for my event. Great space for a medium-large group, plenty of space for dancing, technology to play your own music and have a slide show. Plenty of chairs for those wanting a break from the dance floor. Having our own bar was an added bonus and we easily managed to spend the minimum spend required to have no room booking fee which was an incredible bonus. All my guests said they had a brilliant time and I would like to give a special mention to Adrian and Cal who were so attentive the whole evening and addressed any issues raised immediately. I would recommend this venue to anyone and even had friends say they will keep it in mind for future events too!
5.0
RH
Ricardo H.
November 2019
Bar · 50 guests
Not the glitziest place in London, but gave us everything we needed, had a lovely time, friendly staff, very helpful and all went very smoothly.
4.8
N
Natalia
June 2025
Excellent communication
5.0

Just a short stroll from Covent Garden, The Hercules Pillars stands proudly as one of our longest-standing and most beloved pubs.

Whether you’re stopping by for a casual pint, settling in for a hearty meal, or catching the big game, our space is as versatile as it is charming. Tuck into our menu of classic pub dishes with a modern twist - think comforting classics, done right. Pair that with a well-poured pint or a cocktail from the bar, and you’re set for a great time. Whether you're joining us for a relaxed lunch, post-work drinks, or a big night out, we’ve got you covered.

Sports fan? You won’t miss a moment of the action with multiple HD screens and a large screen projector throughout the venue, perfect for live matches and major sporting events. And for the biggest games, we sometimes open up our private function room, giving you even more space to enjoy the action.

Speaking of which - our private function room is also available to hire year-round. With its own bar, flexible layout, and capacity for up to 80 guests, it’s ideal for birthdays, work dos, meetings, and special occasions of all kinds.

And don’t miss our Happy Hour, running Monday to Friday from 4pm–8pm - the perfect way to unwind after work with great deals on drinks.


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