1st Floor at The Elgin

Event Space in a Bar
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Private space
255 Elgin Avenue, Maida Vale, London, W9 1NJ –
Maida Vale Station (0.1 mi)

About this space

1st Floor is an Event Space in The Elgin, a first-floor room defined by its exposed brick character and straightforward pub-style fittings.

Design: The room has wide timber floorboards, a dark painted ceiling and industrial fittings. Pendant lamps and framed prints give a casual, lived-in appearance.

Features: A PA system and ceiling speakers are installed for amplified announcements and music. Movable timber tables and chairs allow quick reconfiguration between seated dining and standing layouts. Wi‑Fi and air conditioning are provided, and hosts may play their own music.

Ideal for: Small to mid-sized groups seeking relaxed seated dinners or informal standing receptions that use a single open space.

What sets it apart: A curved bay of tall arched windows that fills the room with daylight and frames street views.

What guests say: The space is supported by attentive, accommodating staff who handle setup, sound and post-event packing. The space has a homely, welcoming character and a strong neighbourhood feel.


Usually booked for

Wedding Reception

Typically for 60-75 guests and costs about £4,000.


"The team was so helpful throughout the entire event and they made sure that everything was perfect."

- Melanie H. Jul 2026


Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

£250 hire fee
+ £3500 min. spend

Minimum spend may vary depending on the date.
Available for private hire bookings, with a minimum of 30 guests.

Our feasting meals are served family style to the middle of the table for everyone to share together.

Please do not hesitate to reach out for more details and we will be happy to assist in creating a magical event for you during upcoming festive season!

2 Course Christmas Feasting Menu
£42 per person

3 Course Christmas Feasting Menu
£48 per person


Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£800 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 16:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £800 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£1500 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 16:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£1500 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 16:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £1500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£2000 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 16:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 16:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 0:00
from £250 + £2500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 16:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £4000 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 0:00
from £250 + £2500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 16:00
from £2500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
18:00 – 0:00
from £250 + £2500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 100
  • Dining
    up to 80
  • Theatre
    up to 80
  • U-Shaped
    up to 60

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
American cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • 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
  • Private Bar
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • 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 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

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

Host rules

Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Cancellation policy: Custom

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(111 reviews and ratings - )

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

MH
Melanie H.
Verified review
Wedding Reception · 65 guests · June 2026

Everything was absolutely amazing! The team was so helpful throughout the entire event and they made sure that everything was perfect. I couldn't have asked for a better group of people to help arrange my dream wedding!

5.0
MG
Michelle G.
Verified review
Wedding Reception · 70 guests · October 2025

We had our wedding reception at The Elgin and it was perfect! The staff were amazing — they followed all my instructions beautifully and the decorations looked just how I’d imagined. The food was absolutely delicious and everyone had a fantastic time. Thank you to the whole team for making our day so special!

Nothing at all!

5.0
NS
Naomi S.
Verified review
Party · 70 guests · May 2025

The venue was absolutely perfect! We loved the space and physical layout of the room - the food was exceptional, as were amenities for our musicians and organisation on the day. Hats off and much praise and appreciation to the pub staff who not only ensured the event went smoothly, but helped with the catering and left us confident that we were in good hands from beginning to end. Big thanks to everyone in the kitchen who made marvellous food! It was so tasty it went quickly! The pub staff also offered help with the catering - always available for phone and in person meetings. They showed a real care, enthusiasm and interest in the planning and on the day - leaving us to have a great party!!! We couldn't recommend this highly enough for any event!

Unfortunately - we found the events organisers frustrating, often irritating - causing more stress then support. They Insisted on email communication - we had to push hard to get an actual telephone conversation. Mainly, we found the exchange cold, impersonal, uncaring - and the information often inadequate and sometimes wrong. Fortunately, the pub staff made up for this - and we were able to have real help by occasional visits to the pub and telephone calls with the pub staff, which were always helpful, and often necessary.

5.0
SM
Sara M.
Verified review
Wedding · 50 guests · April 2025

Elgin did an outstanding job hosting our wedding reception. Everything was perfectly timed and well-organized, and the food was both abundant and delicious. We had a bar tab, and the team served our guests wonderfully throughout the evening. As the bride and groom, we didn’t have to worry about a thing on the big day, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We also very much liked their transparency with costs!

Nothing!

5.0

FAQ

Yes, the venue comfortably accommodates 80 seated guests or 100 standing, with plenty of room for a DJ and dancing.

Yes, it is permitted to bring a DJ. The DJ must bring their own equipment and plug into the venue's speakers, as external speakers are not permitted.

The team will take care of setting up and decorating the space. Decorations may be dropped off in the week leading up to the event, so there is nothing to worry about on the day.

Yes, you can connect an iPhone to the speakers via an aux cable.

Prices include VAT but exclude a 10% service charge on food and drinks.


About The Elgin

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Other spaces and event packages at this venue

from £4000
minimum spend / per evening

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Meet your host

Caroline Powell
Member of Tagvenue since February 2016
111 Reviews
4.9 Rating
1h Response time
98% Response rate

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