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The Black Horse

Cocktail Bar

#37 of 1127 Party venues in Westminster Borough
#79 of 983 30th Birthday Party venues in Westminster Borough
  9 reviews  – 
6 Rathbone Place, London, W1T 1HL –
Tottenham Court Road Station (0.1 mi)
From £1000
min. spend
Up to 70
standing
Venue offers catering
Thai
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Modern pub near Oxford Street with a secluded upstairs cocktail bar noted for exceptional drinks and a cozy, casual vibe. Perfect for intimate gatherings or private parties with your own DJ.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at The Black Horse

Cocktail Bar at The Black Horse

Cocktail Bar
Cocktail Bar
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Private space
70 standing
The Black Horse cocktail bar upstairs is the perfect spot for group bookings, special occasions, private hire, parties, or just when you fancy a little treat. Grab a table or get comfortable in one of their booths and marvel as their mixologists create you some of Fitzrovia's most exquisite cocktails. The Black Horse has a range of different space...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
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Reviews and ratings

4.9
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
2 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
4.5
Communication
5.0

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

JW
Joseph W.
Verified review
Party · 40 guests · July 2026 · Cocktail Bar

Incredible venue, well laid out, lovely food and drink. Stand out was the team (especially Roan & Julie) who looked after us so well! Could not recommend more.

5.0
FG
Felicity G.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Very helpful, friendly and quick to respond and accommodate us x

5.0
JB
Jenny B.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Helpful and responsive.

5.0
JW
Joseph W.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
17:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
Cocktail Bar
17:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
Tuesday
17:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
Cocktail Bar
17:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
Wednesday
20:00 – 23:30
from £2000 min. spend
Cocktail Bar
20:00 – 23:30
from £2000 min. spend
Thursday
17:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Cocktail Bar
17:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Friday
20:00 – 23:30
from £2000 min. spend
Cocktail Bar
20:00 – 23:30
from £2000 min. spend
Saturday
17:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Cocktail Bar
17:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Sunday
17:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
Cocktail Bar
17:00 – 22:30
from £1000 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 70
standing
In-house catering
Thai
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Black Horse

The Black Horse is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

The Black Horse is the perfect marriage between traditional & modern, featuring a classic London pub downstairs and a sleek, speakeasy-style cocktail bar upstairs. With two large semi-private booths and high tables throughout, our cocktail bar is the perfect venue for all occasions, both small and large. Serving a host of classic lagers & craft beers with premium wines & spirits. Our modern, yet classic bar will always be a place you’ll feel welcome.

Usually booked for
Party

Typically for 40-60 guests and costs about £2,200.

"Incredible venue, well laid out, lovely food and drink."

- Joseph W. Jul 2026

FAQ

Yes, playing your own music via phone or laptop is allowed.

Yes, pre-ordered food and drinks are deductible from the minimum spend.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 1 months from the original date, at no cost.

At The Black Horse, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Black Horse:

  • Cocktail Bar hosting 40 guests: £1924.16

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

The Black Horse is located at 6 Rathbone Place, in Fitzrovia, London. The nearest metro station is Tottenham Court Road Station.

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