The Fence

Pub

#15 of 203 Bar venues in Islington Borough
#17 of 125 Outdoor Space venues in Islington Borough
  10 reviews  – 
67-69 Cowcross Street, Farringdon, London, EC1M 6BP –
Farringdon Station (0.1 mi)
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Venue overview

Modern pub in Farringdon with a Mediterranean-style menu, great cocktails, and a spacious decked outdoor area featuring its own bar. Perfect for casual celebrations, drinks on the terrace, or laid-back parties with a vibrant yet relaxed vibe.

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Spaces for hire at The Fence

The Whole Venue +Garden

Garden
·
Private space
200 standing
The Whole Venue +Garden is the private outdoor garden at The Fence, a decked patio area notable for having its own outdoor bar. Design: The garden is an urban courtyard set against brick walls and planted borders, with string lighting and parasols that create alternating patches of sun and shade. Features: The space provides timber bench seating ...

Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music

from £5000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
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The Outside Terrace

Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
50 standing
Experience elevated Alfresco dining and drinking on our Terrace, a hidden gem in the center of Farringdon. The space can hold up to 40 standing guests but be quick because this space gets booked up fast!

Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music

from £2000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
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Bespoke Semi-Private Spaces

Event Space
·
Semi-private area
150 standing
Bespoke Semi-Private Spaces is a semi-private area in The Fence pub, defined by a flexible, adaptable layout that suits both standing socialising and informal seated gatherings. Design: An open-plan room with low ceilings, warm timber flooring and yellow-painted ceiling beams. Simple pub furnishings and colour accents create a casual, unfussy inte...

Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music

from £2000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
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The Winter Terrace

Outdoor Space
·
Semi-private area
200 standing
The Winter Terrace is a semi-private outdoor space in The Fence that features an on-terrace bar serving the deck directly. Design: The terrace presents a compact timber deck under a canvas canopy, low wooden tables and benches, and warm festoon lighting that produces an intimate, informal appearance. Features: The terrace includes outdoor table s...

Alcohol licence until 3:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music

from £10000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
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Reviews and ratings

5.0
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
4.7

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PK
Paz K.
Verified review
BBQ · 50 guests · July 2025 · The Whole Venue +Garden

Lara was amazing! She was extremely helpful throughout the whole process of booking and providing all the details required and answering my many questions! Thank you so much Lara, the event went smoothly. Everyone really enjoyed the food too! Hand's down the best chips ever! Thank you to all the team on the day, they were extremely helpful.

Was really hot in the venue, could do with some A/C.

5.0
PK
Paz K.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Great service from Lara. She's been really helpful with all my questions! Thank you Lara for your support. Look forward to hosting our event with you!

5.0
OD
Olivia D.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
GB
Gemma B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 23:30
from £2000–£10000 min. spend
The Whole Venue +Garden
11:00 – 23:00
from £5000–£7000 min. spend
The Outside Terrace
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
Bespoke Semi-Private Spaces
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
The Winter Terrace
18:00 – 23:30
from £10000 min. spend
Tuesday
11:00 – 23:30
from £2000–£10000 min. spend
The Whole Venue +Garden
11:00 – 23:00
from £5000–£7000 min. spend
The Outside Terrace
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
Bespoke Semi-Private Spaces
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
The Winter Terrace
18:00 – 23:30
from £10000 min. spend
Wednesday
11:00 – 23:30
from £2000–£20000 min. spend
The Whole Venue +Garden
11:00 – 23:00
from £6000–£20000 min. spend
The Outside Terrace
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3000 min. spend
Bespoke Semi-Private Spaces
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
The Winter Terrace
18:00 – 23:30
from £10000 min. spend
Thursday
11:00 – 23:30
from £2000–£20000 min. spend
The Whole Venue +Garden
11:00 – 23:00
from £6000–£20000 min. spend
The Outside Terrace
12:00 – 23:00
from £2500–£3000 min. spend
Bespoke Semi-Private Spaces
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
The Winter Terrace
18:00 – 23:30
from £10000 min. spend
Friday
11:00 – 23:30
from £2000–£10000 min. spend
The Whole Venue +Garden
11:00 – 23:00
from £5000–£7000 min. spend
The Outside Terrace
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
Bespoke Semi-Private Spaces
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
The Winter Terrace
18:00 – 23:30
from £10000 min. spend
Saturday
11:00 – 23:30
from £2000–£10000 min. spend
The Whole Venue +Garden
11:00 – 23:00
from £5000–£7000 min. spend
The Outside Terrace
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
Bespoke Semi-Private Spaces
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
The Winter Terrace
18:00 – 23:30
from £10000 min. spend
Sunday
11:00 – 23:30
from £2000–£10000 min. spend
The Whole Venue +Garden
11:00 – 23:00
from £5000–£7000 min. spend
The Outside Terrace
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
Bespoke Semi-Private Spaces
12:00 – 23:00
from £2000–£2500 min. spend
The Winter Terrace
18:00 – 23:30
from £10000 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 5 months 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 200
standing
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Fence

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

The Fence is a Fuller's pub that pairs traditional British pub service with a Mediterranean-influenced small-plates menu.

Venue highlights: The venue provides in-house catering with extensive vegan and gluten-free options to accommodate dietary needs for private bookings. The decked outdoor garden includes its own bar for outdoor serving, and the drinks list pairs Fuller's beers with a range of cocktails and wines.

Best for: After-work drinks, shared small-plates dinners and relaxed celebration drinks.

Location: Farringdon sits close to Smithfield Market and a dense cluster of restaurants and bars. The neighbourhood's mix of offices and eateries makes it easy for after-work groups to continue the evening nearby.

What guests say: The staff provide attentive, accommodating service that supports group bookings and private events. The decked patio garden includes its own outdoor bar and reliable suntrap seating that works well for outdoor drinks.

FAQ

No, outside catering is not allowed; food must be ordered from the venue's menu/kitchen.

At The Fence, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

The Fence does not offer parking facilities.

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

  • The Whole Venue +Garden hosting 30 guests: £900

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

The Fence is located at 67-69 Cowcross Street, Farringdon, in Farringdon, London. The nearest metro station is Farringdon Station.

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