The Newman Arms - Whole Venue at The Newman Arms

Bar in a Pub
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Whole venue
23 Rathbone Place, London, W1T 1NG
Goodge Street Station (0.2 mi)

About this space

Looking for a one-of-a-kind venue in the heart of London? The Newman Arms offers exclusive hire of the entire pub, blending rich heritage, indulgent food, and characterful spaces across two floors.

Established in 1730, this Fitzrovia institution has lived many lives. Most notably, a Brothel, a blacksmith, a candle maker, and even the inspiration for George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four. Today, it’s a vibrant, atmospheric pub known for pouring perfect pints, serving legendary pies (including the iconic Fisherman’s Pie), and offering a warm, unpretentious welcome.

The ground floor buzzes with pub charm: a proper bar, wooden floors, and a selection of drinks including Murphy’s Irish Stout and our signature Black Velvet (a mix of stout and cremant, served in a tankard). Upstairs, the infamous Pie Room offers a more intimate dining or event experience, making it the ideal space for seated meals, speeches, or simply soaking in the candlelit ambience.

The venue can cater for groups from 15-150, with private areas and whole venue hire available.


Prices

Monday
10:00 – 23:30
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:30
from £2000 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 17:00
from £1000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
10:00 – 23:30
from £1500–£3000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:30
from £3000 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 17:00
from £1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
10:00 – 23:30
from £2500–£5000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:30
from £5000 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 17:00
from £2500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
10:00 – 23:30
from £5000–£10000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:30
from £10000 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 17:00
from £5000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
10:00 – 0:00
from £3000–£6000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:00
from £6000 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 17:00
from £3000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
10:00 – 0:00
from £2000–£4000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:00
from £4000 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 23:30
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:30
from £2000 min. spend
Per day
12:00 – 16:00
from £1000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 6 days ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 3 verified users

Capacity

Standing
up to 75
Dining
up to 30

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 23:30 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

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

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Space has noise restriction after 22:30
Bring your own DJ not allowed

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

Host rules

Respect the space

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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Reviews and ratings

(15 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
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Dominique
Verified review
Pub · 40 guests · December 2024
Lyndsey was brilliant from day one—efficient, extremely helpful, and a real asset. The venue was perfect for our Christmas party pub quiz.
5.0
TP
Tomas P.
Verified review
Bar · 40 guests · November 2024
Lyndsey was incredibly helpful and accommodating. She was very patient and kind with our group on the night and we had an amazing time at this lovely pub with so much character and nice little perks. I would 100% recommend.
N/A
4.8
CL
Celeste L.
Verified review
Private Party · 50 guests · August 2024
I loved the Newman Arms for our engagement party!!! It is such a nice venue and the staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this venue.
5.0
SM
Sebastian M.
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 30 guests · October 2024
5.0

Dating back to 1730, The Newman Arms is a gem of a pub in the heart of Fitzrovia, London. It has been frequented regularly by a number of famous characters over the years, including George Orwell and Dylan Thomas. George Orwell even based the “Proles” pub in his dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four on The Newman’s and it featured again in his Keep the Aspidistra Flying. The pub also featured in a scene in Michael Powell’s film Peeping Tom.

We serve over 10 draft beers on keg and cask, including a selection of Big Penny’s core beers, alongside a curated list of guest beers from some of the best breweries in the UK and beyond. We also serve signature cocktails, wines, spirits, soft drinks and low and no alcohol options from other artisan producers.


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