Nell of Old Drury

Pub

29 Catherine Street, Greater London, WC2B 5JS –
Covent Garden Station (0.2 mi)
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Venue overview

Historic pub in Covent Garden, linked to a nearby theatre by a legendary tunnel and known for its creative, inclusive vibe. Great for casual celebrations and music-filled parties with its PA system, live performance options, and allowance for your own DJ.

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Spaces for hire at Nell of Old Drury

Entire Venue
Pub
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Whole venue
53 seats
60 standing
Nell of Old Drury is a traditional pub whose defining quality is a compact, sociable interior that functions like a classic local. Design: The interior pairs dark wood panelling and low leather bench seating with small round wooden tables beneath pendant lights. High glazed panels, decorative ceiling mouldings and polished floorboards create an in...

Alcohol licence until 0:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago
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Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 0:00
from £2500 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 0:00
from £2500 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 0:00
from £2500 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 0:00
from £2500 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

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Facilities and catering options

Up to 60
standing
Up to 53
seats
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Nell of Old Drury

Nell of Old Drury is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Nell of Old Drury is a traditional theatre pub that retains a historic wood‑panel interior and longstanding links to the stage.

Venue highlights: The pub pairs a carved-wood ground-floor bar with a quieter upstairs seating area that can be used for private hire. The pub provides in-house catering and maintains a carefully curated drinks selection of beers, ciders, wines and spirits served by experienced bar staff. The layout supports a lively evening bar trade while allowing a calmer timetable for afternoon or early-evening private gatherings.

Best for: Pre-theatre drinks, cast-and-crew meet-ups and intimate after-show receptions.

Location: Covent Garden is a dense theatre district with a concentration of West End playhouses and a wide choice of nearby restaurants and bars for after-show plans.

What guests say: The upstairs seating area stays quieter in the afternoon and early evening, providing a segregated space for small private groups. The drinks selection is carefully maintained and the service is consistently friendly and helpful.

FAQ

At Nell of Old Drury, the following catering options are available:

  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Nell of Old Drury is located at 29 Catherine Street, in Covent Garden, London. The nearest metro station is Covent Garden Station.

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