The Hydrant
Pub
#1 of 99 Pub venues in Bank
#21 of 320 Birthday Dinner venues in City of London
81 reviews
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Equitable House, 1 Monument Street, London, EC3R 8BG
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Cannon Street Station (0.2 mi)
The Hydrant
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Venue overview
Modern pub in the heart of London with a mezzanine dining area and stunning views of The Monument to the Fire of London. Ideal for milestone celebrations, private parties, or lively gatherings with its PA system and DJ-friendly setup.
This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile
Spaces for hire at The Hydrant
Private Dining Room
Dining Room
·
Private space
14 seats
15 standing
Our stylish private dining room seats up to 14 guests and offers the perfect setting for an intimate and exclusive dining experience.
The private dining room is Ideal for birthday dinners, afternoon tea and private meetings. There is also a television screen available free of charge for presentations and you'll be waited on by one of our attentiv...
Alcohol licence
until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
Mezzanine Hire
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
90 seats
150 standing
When you’ve got a big guest-list to cater for, why not take charge of our whole upper floor? With space for up to 150 guests, a private bar and bathrooms, this space is a great spot for larger social gatherings. When they get there they'll be wowed with views out on to the Monument to the Great Fire of London.
Floor to ceiling windows optimise nat...
Alcohol licence
until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
Half Mezzanine: London Bridge
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
42 seats
75 standing
Our first-floor Mezzanine can be divided into two distinct zones: London Bridge Half and Monument Half. The London Bridge Half is ideal for large, standing functions, featuring a variety of seating styles and stunning views of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows that span the front of the venue.
The mezzanine boasts its own fully equipped ba...
Alcohol licence
until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
Half Mezzanine: Monument Side
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
34 seats
75 standing
Our first-floor Mezzanine can be divided into two distinct zones: London Bridge Half and Monument Half. The Monument Half is ideal for large, standing functions, featuring a variety of seating styles and stunning views of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows that span the front of the venue. Alongside the London Bridge Half, you can also book ...
Alcohol licence
until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
Whole Venue
Pub
·
Whole venue
150 seats
350 standing
Need more room? Then simply hire the entire venue! Capable of holding up to 350 guests across both floors for a night you'll never forget. Located within easy reach of Monument station and in the heart of the City of London, The Hydrant is incredibly easy to get to. A whole venue hire is a great choice for parties or receptions with even the bigges...
Alcohol licence
until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
Event offers
Christmas Party Offers
Christmas Party Package – Mezzanine Hire – Mezzanine Hire
£47 per person
• Three-course Christmas set menu
• Vegetarian and plant-based choices available
STARTERS
1. Maple roasted parsnip & bramley apple soup
2. Whipped chicken liver parfait
3. Beetroot cured Scottish salmon
4. Croxton Manor cheddar & leek tart
MAINS
1. English turkey breast
2. Wild mushroom & spinach wellington
3. Pan roasted sea bream
4. Slow braised beef cheek
5. Roasted celeriac & truffle ravioli
PUDDINGS
1. Chocolate & coffee opera cake
2. Sticky toffee Christmas pudding
3. Mulled wine apple & plum crumble
4. Cinnamon bun cheesecake
Reviews and ratings
4.7
2 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
34 recent guests highly rated cleanliness and location
Amenities
4.7
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
4.9
Service quality
4.6
Value for money
4.6
Catering
4.5
Communication
4.9
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
CW
Chris W.
Verified review
Pub · 6 guests
· May 2026
· Private Dining Room
Good food and the on-site staff were helpful and responsive. The room worked fine for a half-day session with seven people, and the location is convenient.
A few basics let it down. The main screen wasn’t working and the HDMI lead was faulty, so both had to be sourced on the day, which wasn’t a great start. There was also a mix-up with the food order, partly down to a last-minute change in event manager, though nothing was unresolvable. The door doesn’t close properly, which means noise travels, so it’d be a tough room for a full day. Sort those things and it’s a decent option for a small group.
Submitted 3 months ago
3.4
BH
Bea H.
Verified review
Hen Party · 11 guests
· May 2026
· Private Dining Room
We booked the small private upstairs room for 11 people for my sister's hen party and had a wonderful time!
The team at the Hydrant were so welcoming and attentive yet found the perfect balance by giving us enough space without being at all intrusive.
The thoughtful personal touches such as a card addressed by name for my sister, and a complimentary glass of prosecco for her were really appreciated.
Communication with the venue was really smooth and easy in advance of our booking and they made sure that all of my questions were answered so that we could arrive knowing that we would have a great time!
The central location is absolutely incredible, it couldn't be closer to the Monument and a short walk from Tower Bridge.
Thank you so much for everything, we had a great time!
Everything was perfect!
Submitted 3 months ago
5.0
KW
Kate W.
Verified review
Meeting · 12 guests
· January 2026
· Private Dining Room
All the staff were really attentive and helpful. Food was brilliant. Space was exactly what we needed
not really a dislike, but we had 11 in the room (after booking for 13), I think anymore people and it would have been too crampt
Submitted 7 months ago
5.0
N
Networxlondon
Verified review
Networking · 50 guests
· January 2026
· Half Mezzanine: London Bridge
All was perfect!
It was all good maybe a suggestion, to remove the chairs in front of the bar to improve the corridor in the Mezzanine.
Submitted 7 months ago
5.0
Prices and opening hours
Monday
10:00 –
23:00
from
£200–£7000
min. spend
Whole Venue
17:00 –
23:00
from
£7000
min. spend
Mezzanine Hire
10:00 –
22:30
from
£750
min. spend
Private Dining Room
10:00 –
22:30
from
£200
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: London Bridge
12:00 –
23:00
from
£500
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: Monument Side
12:00 –
23:00
from
£500
min. spend
Tuesday
10:00 –
23:00
from
£200–£1750
min. spend
Mezzanine Hire
10:00 –
22:30
from
£1000–£1750
min. spend
Private Dining Room
10:00 –
22:30
from
£200
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: London Bridge
12:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£1250
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: Monument Side
12:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£1250
min. spend
Wednesday
10:00 –
23:00
from
£200–£2000
min. spend
Mezzanine Hire
10:00 –
22:30
from
£1250–£2000
min. spend
Private Dining Room
10:00 –
22:30
from
£200
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: London Bridge
12:00 –
23:00
from
£750–£1500
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: Monument Side
12:00 –
23:00
from
£750–£1500
min. spend
Thursday
10:00 –
23:00
from
£200–£2500
min. spend
Mezzanine Hire
10:00 –
22:30
from
£1250–£2500
min. spend
Private Dining Room
10:00 –
22:30
from
£200
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: London Bridge
12:00 –
23:00
from
£750–£2000
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: Monument Side
12:00 –
23:00
from
£750–£2000
min. spend
Friday
10:00 –
23:00
from
£200–£1500
min. spend
Mezzanine Hire
10:00 –
22:30
from
£1000–£1500
min. spend
Private Dining Room
10:00 –
22:30
from
£200
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: London Bridge
12:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£1500
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: Monument Side
12:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£1500
min. spend
Saturday
10:00 –
23:00
from
£200–£7000
min. spend
Whole Venue
17:00 –
23:00
from
£7000
min. spend
Mezzanine Hire
10:00 –
22:30
from
£1000–£1500
min. spend
Private Dining Room
10:00 –
22:30
from
£200
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: London Bridge
12:00 –
23:00
from
£1000
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: Monument Side
12:00 –
23:00
from
£1000–£1750
min. spend
Sunday
10:00 –
23:00
from
£200–£7000
min. spend
Whole Venue
17:00 –
23:00
from
£7000
min. spend
Mezzanine Hire
10:00 –
17:00
from
£750
min. spend
Private Dining Room
10:00 –
20:00
from
£200
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: London Bridge
12:00 –
16:30
from
£750
min. spend
Half Mezzanine: Monument Side
12:00 –
16:30
from
£750
min. spend
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 350
standing
Up to 150
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol
About The Hydrant
The Hydrant is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.
Found at the foot of London Bridge, the venue is one of the City of London’s most exciting destinations for dinner and drinks. With a stunning array of craft beers, real ales, seasonal cocktails and an American diner-inspired menu. Floor to ceiling windows flood in natural light and provide great views right onto The Monument to the Great Fire of London.
There are plenty of bookable spaces available from our private dining room for 12 to sole venue hire for 300. So, whether you are looking to host a business meeting, birthday party, corporate drinks or celebration of any kind, drop us a line and our events manager will help you plan your occasion to perfection.
FAQ
Yes, additional drinks can be ordered on the day, and this has been noted.
Yes, bringing a cake is permitted, provided that it has a list of allergens.
Yes.
No — the furniture does not need to be left as is; the layout will be changed to a primarily standing arrangement.
Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.
Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.
At The Hydrant, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Refreshments for guests are offered
The Hydrant does not offer parking facilities.
Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Hydrant:
- Private Dining Room hosting 7 guests: £250
- Mezzanine Hire hosting 120 guests: £511.84
- Whole Venue hosting 200 guests: £2804.72
- Half Mezzanine: London Bridge hosting 50 guests: £560.48
- Half Mezzanine: Monument Side hosting 45 guests: £1929.60
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
The Hydrant is located at Equitable House, 1 Monument Street, in Bank, London. The nearest metro station is Cannon Street Station.
It is! Here's what guests who have hosted holiday celebrations there are saying:
- Great V. rated it 5/5 stars
'It was the perfect location for our Christmas party. Jagoda was so helpful and always replied quickly. The food and drink selections were perfect'
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