An event space in a cocktail bar with tufted navy banquette seating, checkered floors and star-patterned wallpaper at The Escapologist.
A cocktail bar with a vaulted ceiling painted in red hues, tufted leather booths, and low lighting at The Escapologist.
A cocktail bar with red velvet banquettes, candlelit tables, and patterned flooring at The Escapologist.
An event space in a cocktail bar with patterned wallpaper, framed portraits, and tall tables with candles at The Escapologist.

The Escapologist

Cocktail Bar

#3 of 394 Event Space venues in West End
#42 of 935 30th Birthday Party venues in Westminster Borough
  36 reviews  – 
35 Earlham Street, London, WC2H 9LD –
Covent Garden Station (0.1 mi)
From £10
per person
Up to 100
seats
Up to 200
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Underground cocktail bar in Seven Dials, blending vintage decor with surreal artwork for a playful yet upscale vibe. Perfect for lively parties with a dance floor, BYO DJ, and signature cocktails.

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

Spaces for hire at The Escapologist

The Grand Hall at The Escapologist
The Grand Hall
Lounge
·
Private space
25 seats
40 standing
Enter through a secret doorway and you will find yourself transported to the modern-day masonic world. With detailed features from the starlit sky to the carved pillars, the Grand Hall is perfectly designed for corporate functions and celebrations. With 4 beautiful booths, a private fridge, the opportunity to control the sound of the music – thi...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £100 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
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The Vault at The Escapologist
The Vault
Cocktail Bar
·
Private space
50 seats
70 standing
For the full VIP feel and service, then check out The Vault. Situated the far side of the venue and down a few steps, you enter our underground vault with beautiful royal blue booths against a backdrop of luxurious gold. This VIP area is perfect for parties and all kinds of events that have something to celebrate.
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Flipchart
Play your own music
from £250 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Enquire now
Full Venue Hire at The Escapologist
Full Venue Hire
Cocktail Bar
·
Whole venue
100 seats
200 standing
The Escapologist is available for daytime and evening hire as well as smaller gatherings. Whether it’s a team night out or a corporate event, our experienced sales and events team are on hand to create a bespoke event package perfect for you! Boasting a full capacity of up to 200 guests, The Escapologist is made up of 3 parts. Enter through a se...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
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Drinks Table at The Escapologist
Drinks Table
Event Space
·
Shared space
10 seats
30 standing
A reserved area within The Escapologist, with drinks tables and seating set aside for groups. The space sits within the wider venue, giving you a dedicated area while still being part of the bar.
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
PA system / music speakers
from £10 per person
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Festive Buffet – The Grand Hall

£25 per person

From 6/8 pieces per person.
Please kindly note rates are dependent on the date & time you enquiry about and might be higher than regular minimum spend required
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Reviews and ratings

4.6
6 recent guests highly rated cleanliness and catering
Amenities
4.2
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.5
Service quality
4.3
Value for money
4.3
Catering
5.0
Communication
4.8
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
ES
Eva S.
Verified review
Bar · 50 guests · November 2025 · The Vault
The space was perfect and the staff were so helpful. Great venue!
5.0
JM
Jon M.
Verified review
Christmas Party · 40 guests · December 2022 · The Vault
Fun energy, good services. Employees seemed keen and used to deal with (drunk) costumers.
The package drinks could have been a bit better explained as we wanted to use it when our bar tab ran out and we couldn't.
4.5
AC
Aileen C.
Verified review
Staff Party · 180 guests · November 2022 · Full Venue Hire
Chani was really helpful all throughout the whole booking process and was incredibly accommodating with all requests including very last minute ones.
None!
4.6
MB
Mathew B.
Verified review
Bar · 30 guests · May 2022 · The Grand Hall
Great venue, service and drinks were brilliant "cost" to hire was excellent (no fee just a pretty reasonable minimum spend requirement)
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
The Grand Hall
16:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
The Vault
16:00 – 0:00
from £250 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£2000 min. spend
Drinks Table
16:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
The Grand Hall
16:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
The Vault
16:00 – 0:00
from £250 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£2000 min. spend
Drinks Table
16:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
The Grand Hall
16:00 – 0:00
from £200 min. spend
The Vault
16:00 – 0:00
from £250 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£2000 min. spend
Drinks Table
16:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
The Grand Hall
16:00 – 0:00
from £200 min. spend
The Vault
16:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£4000 min. spend
Drinks Table
16:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
The Grand Hall
16:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
The Vault
16:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£5000 min. spend
Drinks Table
16:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Saturday
18:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
The Grand Hall
18:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
The Vault
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
18:30 – 0:00
from £8000 min. spend
Drinks Table
18:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
The Grand Hall
16:00 – 0:00
from £100 min. spend
The Vault
16:00 – 0:00
from £250 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £500–£2000 min. spend
Drinks Table
16:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Pricing updated by venue 2 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 200
standing
Up to 100
seats
In-house catering
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Escapologist

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

Based in the riotous headquarters of the secret society that ran Victorian London, The Escapologist is styled as part ‘modern-day Victorian men’s club’ and ‘part Masonic lodge’.

Partying like it’s 1899 seven days a week, the focus is on memorable times with great drinks in an outrageous space.

Located in the Seven Dials area of Covent Garden, The Escapologist cocktail bar offers twisted classic cocktails.

FAQ

No, bartenders will be on the bar and orders can be taken there.

Yes, it is below ground, with heating, and guests are always comfortable.

You can play your own music in The Grand Hall.

Nightcap operates multiple venues across different brands and can host events at various spaces.

Yes, there is a private room with an exclusive bar and sound system.

At The Escapologist, the following catering options are available:

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

The Escapologist does not offer parking facilities.

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

  • The Grand Hall hosting 25 guests: £240
  • The Vault hosting 50 guests: £2000
  • Full Venue Hire hosting 250 guests: £10100.56

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

The Escapologist is located at 35 Earlham Street, in West End, London. The nearest metro station is Covent Garden Station.

It is! Here's what guests who have hosted holiday celebrations there are saying:

  • Jon M. rated it 4.5/5 stars
    'Fun energy, good services. Employees seemed keen and used to deal with (drunk) costumers.'

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35 Earlham Street, London, WC2H 9LD
Covent Garden Station (0.1 mi)
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