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Christmas Party offer

Full Venue Hire at Mr Fogg's Society of Exploration

Cocktail Bar
·
Whole venue
Bedford Street, 1A, London, WC2E 9HH –
Charing Cross Station (0.1 mi)
Up to 200
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Mr Fogg's Society of Exploration is a cocktail bar presented as an atmospheric, multi-room Victorian explorers' club defined by period detailing and separate seating areas.

Design: The interior pairs dark polished wood, tufted leather seating and patterned rugs with brass fittings, globe maps and library-style shelving, all lit by low, amber lamps to create a private-club, turn-of-the-century appearance.

Features: The venue has multiple interconnected rooms, booth seating and freestanding tables served from an in-house bar. The venue provides table service, a cocktail list and a small food menu that includes snack and vegan options. The venue includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and a PA system, and it permits own music and external DJs.

Ideal for: Small to medium social groups seeking a relaxed, conversational cocktail reception that mixes seated booths and open standing areas.

What sets it apart: Table drinks are presented theatrically, often using elaborate props and tableside staging that add a performative element to cocktail service.

What guests say: The venue is richly themed and comfortably furnished and it provides attentive table service. The venue can be lively and occasionally noisy during busy periods.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu

Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas with exclusive hire 6:30 PM–12:00 AM; your minimum spend covers cocktails, canapés and bowl food.
December prices — Monday: £9000; Tuesday: £11000; Wednesday: £13500; Thursday: £20000; Friday: £20000; Saturday: £22000; Sunday: £9000. 15% service charge applies. Minimum spend includes VAT.

Christmas Party Package – Full Venue Hire (Up to 200 Guests)
£9000 minimum spend

• Exclusive room hire from 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM
• Standing event with canapés and bowl food; no seated dinner
• Spend applies to food and perfectly-crafted drinks
• Entertainment add-ons available (DJ, live band, magicians) — charged additionally
• Pricing: minimum spend includes VAT; 15% service charge applies
• Christmas menu ordering: minimum order £700; minimum 30 pieces per item

CANAPÉS
1. Pigs in blankets
2. Rare beef fillet
3. Hot smoked salmon rillette

BOWLS
1. Popcorn fish and chips
2. Thai green vegetable curry
3. Bacon-wrapped turkey

PUDDINGS
1. Chocolate fudge brownie
2. Brandy-soaked Christmas pudding
3. Lemon tart

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £4500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £600 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £6750 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £600 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 2:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 2:00
from £9000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £600 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 2:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 2:00
from £11000 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £600 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 2:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 2:00
from £13250 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £600 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £3500–£16500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £3500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 2:00
from £16500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 0:00
from £3500–£6750 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 16:00
from £3500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £6750 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 200

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Dance floor
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • Unavailable: Mirrors
  • 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

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 21 are not allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(6 reviews and ratings - )

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

IM
Ivancica M.
Verified review
Excellent communication

exceptionally detailed response!

5.0
LH
Lotty H.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
CH
Carlie H.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
4.0

FAQ

Yes, you’re welcome to use your own DJ if they have their own equipment.

Live bands, magicians and other entertainment options are available.

About Mr Fogg's Society of Exploration

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