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The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver

Pub

60-63 West Smithfield, London, EC1A 9DY –
Barbican Station (0.2 mi)
From £200
min. spend
Up to 140
seats
Up to 300
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking not available
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Spaces for hire at The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver

The Meeting Room at The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver
The Meeting Room
Event Space
·
Private space
26 seats
30 standing
Tucked away on our mezzanine, our private meeting room offers the perfect balance of productivity and atmosphere. Ideal for team meetings, presentations, and private gatherings, the space features a large screen TV for presentations, plug sockets, free Wi-Fi, and lots of natural light. Guests can also enjoy access to a private bar within the room...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £200 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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Private Hire of Venue at The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver
Private Hire of Venue
Pub
·
Whole venue
140 seats
300 standing
When you want the entire venue to yourself, our full private hire offers exclusive use of the whole pub, accommodating up to 250 guests. Spread across two levels, both with their own bar facilities, the venue is perfectly suited to weddings, corporate events, and large-scale celebrations. Filled with plenty of natural light and set in the heart of...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £10000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
The Mezzanine at The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver
The Mezzanine
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
60 seats
80 standing
Our mezzanine is a welcoming private space located on the second floor of the pub, available for exclusive hire. Accommodating up to 60 seated guests or 80 standing, it’s the perfect setting for birthdays, team socials, networking events, and special occasions. With a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of natural light, the space works perfectly for al...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £1000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 22:00
from £200–£10000 min. spend
Private Hire of Venue
11:00 – 22:00
from £10000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
11:00 – 22:00
from £1000 min. spend
The Meeting Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £200 min. spend
Tuesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £200–£10000 min. spend
Private Hire of Venue
11:00 – 23:00
from £10000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
The Meeting Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £200 min. spend
Wednesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £200–£10000 min. spend
Private Hire of Venue
11:00 – 23:00
from £10000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
The Meeting Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £200 min. spend
Thursday
9:00 – 23:00
from £200–£10000 min. spend
Private Hire of Venue
11:00 – 23:00
from £10000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
The Meeting Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £200 min. spend
Friday
9:00 – 23:00
from £200–£10000 min. spend
Private Hire of Venue
11:00 – 23:00
from £10000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
11:00 – 23:00
from £1500 min. spend
The Meeting Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £200 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 20:00
from £200–£10000 min. spend
Private Hire of Venue
12:00 – 20:00
from £10000 min. spend
The Mezzanine
12:00 – 20:00
from £1000 min. spend
The Meeting Room
12:00 – 20:00
from £200 min. spend
Sunday
Closed
Pricing updated by venue 4 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 300
standing
Up to 140
seats
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 Butcher's Hook & Cleaver

The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver is a roomy pub occupying a former bank and an old butcher’s shop, notable for high ceilings, wall frescoes and chandeliers that give the interior a formal, heritage character.

Venue highlights: The interior's high ceilings and decorative frescoes provide a strong visual backdrop for private hires. The venue provides in-house catering and a main bar serving beer, cocktails and wine. The food offering includes an extensive vegan menu and multiple vegetarian options alongside classic British dishes.

Best for: Suitable events include after-work drinks receptions, informal private dinners and corporate lunches.

Location: Smithfield sits beside the historic meat market and offers a cluster of restaurants and bars nearby for pre- or post-event dining.

What guests say: The menu includes a well-received house pie that suits casual group meals.

FAQ

At The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver does not offer parking facilities.

The Butcher's Hook & Cleaver is located at 60-63 West Smithfield, in Farringdon, London. The nearest metro station is Barbican Station.

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