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The Hercules Pillars

Pub

#22 of 1131 Event Space venues in Westminster Borough
  10 reviews  – 
18 Great Queen Street, Holborn, London, London, WC2B 5DG –
Holborn Station (0.1 mi)
From £750
min. spend
Up to 40
seats
Up to 80
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Traditional British pub in Holborn, featuring Hercules statues, a dedicated dance floor, and a private bar for hire. Ideal for birthday parties, casual celebrations, or lively gatherings with your own music setup.

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

Spaces for hire at The Hercules Pillars

Private Function Room at The Hercules Pillars

Private Function Room
Function Room
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Private space
40 seats
80 standing
Private Function Room is a Function Room in The Hercules Pillars pub that includes a small, dedicated dance floor for music-led evenings. Design: The room has low ceilings, cream-painted walls with dark timber picture rails and framed prints, and perimeter banquette seating. The layout uses long tables dressed in white linens and navy cushioned ba...
Alcohol licence until 0:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £750 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
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Reviews and ratings

5.0
4 recent guests highly rated cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
4.8
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

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EB
Eda B.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 30 guests · January 2026 · Private Function Room

They responded very quickly to all our questions, both before the party and during it, and were helpful with everything. The venue was very spacious and designed well. We were extremely satisfied with everything. Would recommend others especially for birthday parties.

5.0
N
Natalia
Verified review
Pub · 40 guests · June 2025 · Private Function Room

The venue itself, the service and the equipment available for our meeting.

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5.0
MC
Martha C.
Verified review
Leaving Party · 50 guests · September 2024 · Private Function Room

The function room at the Hercules Pillars was ideal for my event. Great space for a medium-large group, plenty of space for dancing, technology to play your own music and have a slide show. Plenty of chairs for those wanting a break from the dance floor. Having our own bar was an added bonus and we easily managed to spend the minimum spend required to have no room booking fee which was an incredible bonus. All my guests said they had a brilliant time and I would like to give a special mention to Adrian and Cal who were so attentive the whole evening and addressed any issues raised immediately. I would recommend this venue to anyone and even had friends say they will keep it in mind for future events too!

5.0
RH
Ricardo H.
Verified review
Bar · 50 guests · November 2019 · Private Function Room

Not the glitziest place in London, but gave us everything we needed, had a lovely time, friendly staff, very helpful and all went very smoothly.

4.8

Prices and opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 23:00
from £750 min. spend
Private Function Room
11:00 – 23:00
from £750 min. spend
Tuesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £750 min. spend
Private Function Room
11:00 – 23:00
from £750 min. spend
Wednesday
11:00 – 23:00
from £750 min. spend
Private Function Room
11:00 – 23:00
from £750 min. spend
Thursday
11:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Private Function Room
11:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Friday
11:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Private Function Room
11:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Saturday
11:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Private Function Room
11:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Sunday
11:00 – 22:00
from £750 min. spend
Private Function Room
11:00 – 22:00
from £750 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

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 80
standing
Up to 40
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 Hercules Pillars

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

Just a short stroll from Covent Garden, The Hercules Pillars stands proudly as one of our longest-standing and most beloved pubs.

Whether you’re stopping by for a casual pint, settling in for a hearty meal, or catching the big game, our space is as versatile as it is charming. Tuck into our menu of classic pub dishes with a modern twist - think comforting classics, done right. Pair that with a well-poured pint or a cocktail from the bar, and you’re set for a great time. Whether you're joining us for a relaxed lunch, post-work drinks, or a big night out, we’ve got you covered.

Sports fan? You won’t miss a moment of the action with multiple HD screens and a large screen projector throughout the venue, perfect for live matches and major sporting events. And for the biggest games, we sometimes open up our private function room, giving you even more space to enjoy the action.

Speaking of which - our private function room is also available to hire year-round. With its own bar, flexible layout, and capacity for up to 80 guests, it’s ideal for birthdays, work dos, meetings, and special occasions of all kinds.

And don’t miss our Happy Hour, running Monday to Friday from 4pm–8pm - the perfect way to unwind after work with great deals on drinks.

FAQ

The room offers flexible seated and standing space, a private bar, a large-screen projector and a separate sound system.

At The Hercules Pillars, the following catering options are available:

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

The Hercules Pillars does not offer parking facilities.

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

  • Private Function Room hosting 40 guests: £1120

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

The Hercules Pillars is located at 18 Great Queen Street, Holborn, London, in Holborn, London. The nearest metro station is Holborn Station.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Eda B. rated it 5/5 stars
    'They responded very quickly to all our questions, both before the party and during it, and were helpful with everything. The venue was very spacious and designed well. We were extremely satisfied with everything. Would recommend others especially for birthday parties.'

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