The Best Engagement Party Venues in London

Looking for an engagement party venue to hire in London? Not only is a massive congratulations in order, you're certainly in the right city; there are countless venues throughout the capital that are ready and waiting to throw a celebration tailored perfectly to your requirements. We've toured the town in search of the very best places, and come up with this list of recommended engagement venue hire choices in London. Whether big or small, catering or DIY, you'll find all the best venues for the ultimate pre-party right here.

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Last edited by Scarlett Welch

Last updated on 13th May 2025

Princess Victoria

Shepherd's Bush

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    125
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    180
Built in 1829, this historic public house was one of the original gin palaces in London. With over 100 different gins on offer and 40 craft beers and ales, Princess Victoria is a top place to drink inthe…
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Searcys Champagne Bar At Battersea Power Station

Battersea

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    80

To really do your engagement right and celebrate in style, it's got to be Searcys Champagne Bar At Battersea Power Station. The famous brand has over 175 years of experience in the hospitality sector, while the historic setting inside the Grade-listed landmark is sure to set the scene for luxury. 

Expect your party to be guided by Searcys' love of Champagne and English sparkling wine, alongside British produce like caviar, cheese, charcuterie and more.

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28-50 By Night

Marylebone

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    50
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    70

Make that engagement party one to remember at 28-50 By Night in Marylebone. This oh-so-chic jazz venue is home to dimly-lit interiors alongside a fabulous range of private spaces to share those special moments. Hungry? They have a crackin' European-inspired menu for that.

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The May Fair Bar

Mayfair

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    20
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    60
Welcome to May Fair Bar, an intimate spot for dining and drinks nestled near the iconic Berkeley Square in Mayfair. Following a stunning refurbishment in 2024, the reimagined May Fair Bar is now open for…
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Smith's Bar & Grill

Paddington

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    220
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    400
Just take a quick walk from Paddington Tube station, and you will come across Smith's Restaurant & Bar overlooking the Grand Union canal in the heart of London. Smith's delivers a delectable selectionof…
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The Bar at Hush

Mayfair

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    0
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    100
Here, things are done a little differently. From artisanal ingredients to intriguing processes, the cocktails are hand crafted and hand delivered with you in mind. Whether you're in search of a perfectly…
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Coupette

Bethnal Green

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    48
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    68
Inspired by France, but proudly London, Coupette offers high-quality, great-value drinks that are expertly made and simply served. Established in June 2017, Coupette emerged as a creative outlet for apassion…
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Viaduct Tavern

City of London

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    30
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    100
The Viaduct Tavern is a proper good pub found in the heart of the City near St. Pauls.  Anyone wanting a side of history with their burger and beer will be excited by the prospect of visiting a site…
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Rake’s Café Bar

Liverpool Street

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    20
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    110
Located just a stone’s throw away from Liverpool Street station and on the gateway to Shoreditch, Rake’s Café Bar invites guests to escape the hustle and bustle of metropolitan London and taste coffee…
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The Otherist

Liverpool Street

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    0
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    220
Welcome to your new favourite backdrop for standout events in the heart of the city. The Otherist by Drake & Morgan has undergone a chic transformation into one of the City’s most distinctive wine bars…
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Prince Philip House

Central London

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    120
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    300
Situated in a historic, Grade I listed building overlooking The Mall, St James's Park and found a short stroll from Trafalgar Square, Prince Philip House is a dashing venue at 3 Carlton House Terrace…
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Slug and Lettuce Aldgate

City of London

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    245
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    550
Slug & Lettuce Aldgate, conveniently located near Aldgate station, offers a vibrant floral oasis spread across three stylish floors. With spaces designed for drinks, cocktail-making classes, and dining…
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Ochre

Central London

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    19
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    19

From private dining for a more intimate affair to full hire of the whole restaurant, Ochre has all your needs covered for any kind of engagement party. Plus, this location in the National Gallery on Trafalgar Square is sure to stun with chic interiors and Michelin-quality food. 

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Opium

Soho

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    0
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    100
Before you can contemplate trying the incredible cocktails and delicious food, you've got to locate Opium. A secret bar if ever there was one; find the nondescript jade green door and head up the longdark…
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Bourne & Hollingsworth Bar

Fitzrovia

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    40
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    60
The Story Bourne & Hollingsworth Bar is a creative underground cocktail den situated in the heart of Fitzrovia. Established in the spirit of excess, the bar is small but perfectly formed, serving up delicious…
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Monmouth Kitchen

Covent Garden

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    12
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    60
A natural meeting place for locals and visitors alike, Monmouth Kitchen recreates the culinary delights of the Mediterranean and South America, showcasing a contemporary selection of Italian and Peruvian…
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The Montague on the Gardens Beach Bar

Holborn

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    150
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    200
The Montague Beach Bar opens on the 12th May 2025 to 26th September 2025. -------------------------------------------------- The Montague on the Gardens Beach Bar - A summer party venue with…
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The View From The Shard

London Bridge

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    0
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Welcome to The View from The Shard, the premium visitor attraction located at the top of Western Europe’s tallest building, The Shard. A unique venue for London, The View from The Shard is a perfect…
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Masonic Temple @ Andaz London

Liverpool Street

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    44
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    60

Hidden behind a secret wooden door is the imposing Grade I listed Masonic Temple, one of the original masonic rooms within five-star lifestyle hotel Andaz London Liverpool Street dating back to 1912.

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The Wall

South London

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    0
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    850
The Wall SE1 burst onto the South London culinary scene at House of Vans in August 2014, in a cloud of burger smoke, coffee grounds, blood, sweat and tears. We instantly fell in the love with the venue…
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May Fair Kitchen

Mayfair

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    64
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    100
Welcome to a unique Japanese and Italian restaurant in Mayfair, welcoming guests in London’s most exclusive neighbourhood for lunch, dinner, drinks and afternoon tea.  May Fair Kitchen serves arefined…
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The Elgin - Maida Vale

West London

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    50
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    130
Open early til late, The Elgin will become your favourite local and your very own home-from-home. With an emphasis on the word 'local', all food is locally produced and freshly cooked to order, and all…
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Smith's Cocktail Bar

Hammersmith

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Step underground into Smith’s Cocktail Bar where forgotten classics like the Mary Pickford, Monkey Gland and White Lady are inked across the curated menu. Smith's seasonally cycles through a daring range…
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The Leman Street Tavern

East London

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    60
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    150
Welcome to East London’s most charming hidden gem on the edge of the city and only a short walk from London's creative and quirky hub - Shoreditch.  With Aldgate East station just a stone's throw…
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Century

Leicester Square

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    90
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    150
Opening our doors in 2001, The Century Club encompasses the perfect place to work, rest and play in the heart of Soho, London. Discreetly hidden behind our modest front door on Shaftesbury Avenue, andaptly…
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Beaufort House Chelsea

Kensington

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    80
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    150
Beaufort House’s home-from-home atmosphere is everything you could possibly want from a private members club. Spread across four floors, each bar has its own atmosphere to suit your mood. There’s the…
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The Racketeer

Kings Cross

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    70
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    120

If you're looking for a relaxed, affordable destination to host your engagement party in, then check out The Racketeer in King's Cross. This charming pub is filled with rustic wooden furnishings and bright blue walls, with streetside tables to boot.

You can hire the entire venue for a maximum of 120 people, or there are smaller private rooms available too. Minimum spends start from only £300, and there are plenty of delicious cocktails, wines and craft ales to enjoy while you're here.

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Paradise Green

Liverpool Street

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    0
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    350
In Paradise Green, enjoy a delightful journey in three distinct dining areas - Sunrise, Sunset, and Bank Vaults - all inspired by Surfers Paradise on Queensland's Gold Coast. In the Sunrise…
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Prince of Peckham

Peckham

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    30
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    60
Prince of Peckham is a pub for south London, by south London. The new spot is a community pub for everyone in the area, with a downstairs bar and pub, and an amazing event space. On the top floorthere…
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Cigalon

Central London

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    68
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    0
Cigalon is open Tuesday to Friday Lunch and Dinner.  Cigalon and Baranis is an upstairs/downstairs affair with a French accent. Cigalon restaurant is located on the ground floor and in the basement…
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Balfour St Bart's

City of London

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    120
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    220
Located just a short walk from Farringdon, Barbican and St. Paul's tube stations, Balfour St Bart’s is a grand 120 seat restaurant, bar and private hire event space.  St Bart's is independent &family…
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The Brewers Inn

Wandsworth

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    0
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A prime spot in central Wandsworth for drinks, dinner and a good old pub night.  The main bar is lit with large windows making a bright airy atmosphere with an open fire for the colder months. With…
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The Hollywood Arms

Chelsea

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    60
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    80
  Located in the heart of Chelsea, The Hollywood Arms is a luxurious bar and restaurant with a beautiful interior, serving premium drinks and fresh British food. A classy gastropub with…
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Boisdale of Canary Wharf

Canary Wharf

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    250
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    500
Boisdale of Canary Wharf originally opened its doors in the vibrant summer of 2011. This two-floor gem overlooking Cabot Square offers an array of delights including a restaurant, extensive whisky & wine…
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The Postal Museum

Central London

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    150
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    275
The Postal Museum and Mail Rail offer truly extraordinary venue spaces, perfect for private hire parties, special occasions, and intimate receptions. The venue is highly adaptable and can accommodatea…
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The Shoreditch Terrace

Shoreditch

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    60
Overview: Trendy East London Rooftop Terrace with an urban style that complements the surrounding area Accommodates up to 60 guests This View From The Rooftop space can be customised with furnishings…
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Grand Connaught Rooms

Holborn

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    550
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    1500
An iconic event venue in Covent Garden The magnificent Grace II* listed De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms can be found on Great Queen Street, that connects Covent Garden with Holborn in the West End of London…
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Jin Bo Law

City of London

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    22
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    50
The newest rooftop bar in the City of London. Elevate to the 14th floor of Hotel Saint in Aldgate and experience the breathtaking views of London's most iconic skyline. Explore the rooftop terrace andcast…
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Sabine Rooftop Bar

Central London

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    0
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    200

Celebrate your big news in style at Sabine Rooftop Bar, a gorgeous space that looks out over St Paul's Cathedral. This gorgeous destination boasts a spacious, heated rooftop terrace that promises amazing views, as well as an all-glass restaurant that's filled with pretty plants.

You can book a semi-private space, with minimum spends of £14,000, or hire out the entire venue for a maximum of 200 guests. Hungry? they're serving up everything from wagyu beef burgers to tandoori cauliflower and spiced lamb cutlets here.

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Swift Soho

Soho

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    0
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Located on Old Compton Street, Swift brings an elegant and grown-up cocktail offering, combined with the welcoming friendliness of a local bar. Taking inspiration from the European class of bar where a…
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Map Maison

Hackney

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    30
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    60
Welcome to MAP Maison - a cocktail lover’s paradise that also serves up a very special Tapas Style Afternoon Tea, Cocktail & Spirit Masterclasses, Take-Away Bottled Cocktails and Gift Vouchers. Established…
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Atelier Coupette

Soho

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    36
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    46
Atelier Coupette: Soho's French workshop for gourmet food and craft cocktails. Nestled at 9 Moor Street in Soho, Atelier Coupette, takes inspiration from Coupette, it's sister concern bar, which has won…
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The Vestry

Farringdon

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    55
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    80
Previously a vestry within St. Sepulchre’s Parish, The Vestry is a new wave wine bar concept a stone’s throw from Smithfield Market. A wine selection steeped in provenance paired with seasonal plates…
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Darwin Brasserie

City of London

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    80
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    0
An all-day British brasserie located on Level 36 at Sky Garden, Darwin is the perfect spot for indulging in delicious food and taking in the incredible views over the city. Experience the beautiful…
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Libreria

Brick Lane

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    40
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    60
Liberia is London's most innovative and iconic new bookshop and cultural venue situated just off Brick Lane in the heart of the East End. The area has a rich multi-cultural heritage - Huguenot, Jewish…
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The Prince Albert

Battersea

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    50
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    80
Just across from the beautiful Battersea Park and one minute from the river, the prominent Prince Albert is a stylish pub with a cosy interior and a great garden for summer sipping or winter snuggles.nbsp…
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Jones & Sons

Dalston

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    70
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    100
A trendy restaurant bar in Dalston, Jones & Sons is located in an old Victorian textile factory; an understated space where everything is in the details. A lot of effort went into designing this venuewanting…
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The Dickens Inn

City of London

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    500
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    800
The Dickens Inn pub in London has a long and intriguing history intertwined with Charles Dickens and East London heritage. First the wooden warehouse building thought to have housed tea since late…
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The Milestone Hotel and Residences

Kensington

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    24
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    40
The Milestone Hotel & Residences Positioned directly opposite Hyde Park and Kensington Palace, The Milestone Hotel & Residences offers exceptional views across the gardens to these most famous ofhomes…
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Canova Hall

Brixton

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    32
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    40
Canova Hall breathes new air into one of Brixton’s most commemorated buildings on 250 Ferndale Road, SW9 8BQ. Celebrating one of London’s most exciting areas, Canova Hall honours the provenance ofwhat…
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The Fable

Holborn

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    0
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Nestled conveniently between Chancery Lane and Farringdon stations is The Fable, a quite extraordinary restaurant and bar that draws inspiration from all things mystic and magical. Inspired by enchanting…
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Chiswell Street Dining Rooms

City of London

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    100
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    200
This modern British restaurant, cocktail bar and private hire venue is located in the city’s Chiswell Street, close to Barbican and Moorgate stations. Elegant across the board, Chiswell Street Dining…
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Searcys At The Gherkin | Private Dining

Liverpool Street

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    100
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    130
WHERE A TASTE OF THE HIGH-LIFE AWAITS There are few spots on the London landscape as striking as Searcys at The Gherkin, where a taste of the high-life awaits. Pair high-end design with vintage cuvees…
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Lockhouse

Paddington

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    250
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    300
Overlooking the Grand Union Canal in Paddington Basin, Lockhouse is a melting pot of uber-modern style with urban, vintage charm, offering an iconic and unique backdrop. Serving an authentic mix of classic…
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Eaton Square Cocktail Bar

Victoria

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    115
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    220
A stylish and contemporary restaurant and bar in the heart of Belgravia, Eaton Square Bar pairs delicious French and Modern European cuisine with handcrafted seasonal cocktails to create the ultimate luxury…
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The Leopard Room

Victoria

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    20
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    40
Set in the heart of London Victoria, just opposite Buckingham Palace's Royal Mews, The Leopard Room caters exclusively for private hire events. The sophisticated venue boasts a private entrance and facilities…
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Bond St. Tea Rooms

Central London

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    56
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    100
Blending contemporary details and classic wood-panelled interiors, Bond St. Tea Rooms sets itself apart with a twist on the traditional British afternoon tea. Begin your experience with a selection ofCanapes…
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Rockwell

Central London

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    0
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    180
Darwin meets Dali in British Restaurant & Lounge, Rockwell. A destination that indulges the escapist in all of us, transporting guests from the mayhem of central London to a sanctuary of the surreal…
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Patch East

City of London

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    0
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    0
Patch East is a premium events venue offering a stylish and immersive setting for corporate functions, networking evenings, and extraordinary private celebrations. Our uniquely themed spaces provide the…
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Leicester Square Kitchen

Leicester Square

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    72
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    120
As alive and vibrant as its central London neighbourhood, Leicester Square Kitchen showcases an exquisite selection of contemporary Mexican and Peruvian small plates. Balancing heat and richspices…
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The Trafalgar Arms

Tooting

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    0
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    0
The Trafalgar Arms is a gastronomic wonderland of a pub just a 5 minute walk from Tooting Broadway tube station and St George’s Hospital. Grandly proportioned but warm and welcoming, their seasonal menu…
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Disrepute

Soho

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    35
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    40
Open everyday from 4pm with an exclusive Aperitivo Hour from 4-6pm every Sunday-Thursday Taking the place of Sixties haunt, ‘The Pinstripe Club’, and inspired by its colourful history of scandal and…
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The Britannia

Kensington

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    25
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    35
The Britannia is tucked away just off Kensington's busy High Street at No. 1 Allen Street and has been looking after their guests since 1834. Proudly sitting on the old Britannia Brewery site, the pubis…
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Shaws Booksellers

City of London

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    40
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    100
A great pub near St Paul's Cathedral, the oddly named Shaws Booksellers combines the understated charm of a trusted local with a thriving City Centre location.  Expect freshly prepared, seasonal pub…
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Paradise By Way of Kensal Green

Queen's Park

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    50
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    150
Best Pub 2014/15 - DesignMyNight Awards Paradise, the dazzling den of delight nestled between Queen’s Park and Kensal Green stations, is not just your average spot—it's the quirky wonderland where…
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Kindred

Hammersmith

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    80
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    150
Kindred is a top-notch venue space in London, meetings to corporate events, weddings to private dining, from huge parties to small gatherings. Their recent refurbishment makes Kindred the perfect place…
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The Dixon Hotel

London Bridge

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    0
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    100
The Dixon hotel, and a hotel with a story to tell. The Dixon hotel is a grade II listed building and formerly the Tower Bridge Magistrates Court, constructed by architect John Dixon Butler in 1905. Atthe…
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Sama Bankside

Waterloo

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    100
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    350
For a great night out look no further than SAMA Bankside, we're a Late Night Bar, Restaurant, Party Venue, Beer Pong and Corporate Event Space in Southwark by Blackfriars Bridge on the south side of the…
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Vinoteca Farringdon

Farringdon

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    35
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    50
Back in 2005, Vinoteca in Farringdon opened to London wine lovers and is hailed as one of the best wine bars in London. Taking inspiration from wine bars in Southern Europe, Vinoteca offers an eclectic…
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Andaz Studio @ Andaz London

Liverpool Street

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    48
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    80

With floor to ceiling windows overlooking Liverpool Street, the Andaz Studio is a fully self-contained loft-style space presenting the perfect room for interactive parties.

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Vagabond Northcote Road

Clapham

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    0
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    110
SW11: everyone calls it Clapham but the locals know it as Battersea. Northcote Road’s charms are manifold: a family-friendly village by day, and a lively food and drink scene by night. Adding to that…
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Looking Glass Cocktail Club

Shoreditch

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    0
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    250
Looking Glass Cocktail Club is the perfect place for discerning drinkers and those looking to let their hair down in the heart of Shoreditch. Looking Glass Cocktail Club boasts two bars, one in Le Boudoir…
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Balans Kensington

Kensington

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    80
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    80
Balans serves all day classics & modern comfort food, alongside a stellar cocktail and drinks list. A fabulously easy place to have a good time since it first opened in 1987 on Old Compton Street. …
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Eve

Covent Garden

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    45
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    70
Be transported away from the hustle and bustle of Covent Garden downstairs into our dark and seductive den, where discerning drinkers can enjoy an array of innovative cocktails. Brought to you by chef…
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Humble Grape Battersea

Battersea

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    80
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    110

Celebrate by treating yourself to a few glasses of premium, organic vino. Hire out a space at Humble Grape - a truly charming, industrial-inspired wine bar in Battersea - and spend the day in glorious spirits. This charismatic space boasts rugged wooden tables for you to gather around with your nearest and dearest. Take a seat on one of the pews and let us see you get that red wine smile on!

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Humble Grape Islington

Islington

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    30
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    40
Hidden away from the hustle and bustle of Islington is an emerald-tiled bar known as Humble Grape. Similar to their sister sites in Liverpool Street, Fleet Street and Battersea, the Islington…
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The Lampery Restaurant and Bar

City of London

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    0
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    200
The Lampery is an all-day dining, food & drink hotspot providing good, honest cooking in the heart of historic London. The contemporary restaurant and cocktail bar is located within the Apex City of…
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Humble Grape Liverpool Street

Liverpool Street

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    23
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    30
Located just off Bishopsgate, next door to Liverpool Street Station, the latest venue from the Humble Grape family is the perfect for a few post-work drinks or a spot of dinner. Alongside serving up 30…
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