An event space in a pub with exposed brick walls, vintage posters, and large leaf-shaped chandeliers at The Old Queens Head.

The Playroom at The Old Queens Head

Event Space in a Pub
·
Private space
44 Essex Road, London, N1 8LN –
Angel Station (0.4 mi)
Up to 60
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Our eccentric attic Playroom is one of our most popular areas and is the perfect space for those occasions which are just too special to share. You have your own sound system, and the room comes with beer pong, a darts board, Lucky Voice karaoke, and a personal private bar.

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 3:00
from £300 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 3 weeks ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 60

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
American cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 3:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Storage space
Quiet space
Private bar
Unavailable: Projector
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: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
Unavailable: Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ not allowed
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
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 18:00

Host rules

No smoking inside the venue, outdoor spaces are available.
External catering cannot be accommodated, food can be made available on a pre-ordered basis.

About The Old Queens Head

The Old Queens Head is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

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