A historic pub exterior with ornate signage, arched windows, and hanging greenery at The Coal Hole.
A basement bar with wooden floors, dark panelled walls, wine displays, and round tables at The Coal Hole.
A basement pub with polished wood floors, wooden tables and chairs, and a vaulted ceiling at The Coal Hole.
A basement pub with polished wooden floors, a central bar with glass shelves, and globe pendant lights at The Coal Hole.

The Coal Hole

Pub

#15 of 140 Birthday Party venues in Charing Cross
#8 of 84 Minimum Spend venues in The Strand
  3 reviews  – 
91-92 Strand, London, WC2R 0DW –
Charing Cross Station (0.2 mi)
From £2500
min. spend
Up to 60
seats
Up to 110
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Historic pub on London’s Strand, set in a former Savoy Hotel coal cellar with antique tiled floors and cask ales. Perfect for casual parties or laid-back celebrations with own music allowed.

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Spaces for hire at The Coal Hole

Cellar Bar at The Coal Hole
Cellar Bar
Basement
·
Private space
60 seats
110 standing
The Cellar is a richly appointed space that captures the essence of a bygone era with its traditional pub charm. Nestled in a cozy basement setting, this space is lined with polished dark wood panels and adorned with soft, warm lighting that provides an inviting glow. The arched brickwork adds a rustic touch, framing the intimate dining and seating...
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
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Reviews and ratings

4.8
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
4.0
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Ansuka G.
Verified review
Minimum Spend · 30 guests · March 2025 · Cellar Bar
We had a fantastic birthday celebration, and everything went smoothly. A huge thank you to Said, the manager, for organizing and managing everything so well. He truly made it all work and happen, ensuring a great experience for everyone!
4.7
KP
Keira P.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
4.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Cellar Bar
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Tuesday
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Cellar Bar
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Wednesday
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Cellar Bar
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Thursday
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Cellar Bar
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Friday
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Cellar Bar
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Saturday
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Cellar Bar
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Sunday
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Cellar Bar
9:00 – 23:30
from £2500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago

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 110
standing
Up to 60
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Coal Hole

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

The Coal Hole is a traditional pub housed in the former coal cellar of the Savoy Hotel, notable for its antique tiled floors and cellar-like character.

Venue highlights: The pub occupies multiple levels, offering a low-ceilinged downstairs dining area alongside an upstairs dining room. The pub operates a bar-led service model and provides in-house catering for private bookings. The food menu concentrates on British pub classics while the drinks list emphasises cask ales and premium gins.

Best for: Pre-theatre get-togethers, informal group dinners, and beer or gin tasting receptions.

Location: The Strand places the venue within a long-established theatre and hotel corridor, which makes it straightforward for guests to continue on to nearby shows or hotel stays.

What guests say: The downstairs area provides a cosy, cellar-like setting that suits intimate group meals. The food portions are generous and dishes such as fish and chips and meat pies receive regular praise.

FAQ

Yes — bringing a personal musician is allowed for private hire, but they cannot use the venue's internal speakers and must bring their own amplification.

At The Coal Hole, 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 Coal Hole:

  • Cellar Bar hosting 30 guests: £521.84

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

The Coal Hole is located at 91-92 Strand, in Covent Garden, London. The nearest metro station is Charing Cross Station.

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Charing Cross Station (0.2 mi)
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