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London is full to the brim of private party options, but what are a little harder to weedle out, are the quirky venue hire options. From rooftops to secret gardens, themed-bars to weirdly wonderful haunts, we've got the scoop on the best unique venues in the city. If you're looking to organise an event hosted from a venue boasting 'something a little different', take a look at our list of quirky private venues to hire options below, and make an enquiry with us online.
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Last edited by Kiera Chapman
Last updated on 24th December 2024
Shoreditch
London Bridge
Looking for something that's destined to impress? Then check out Eclipse at Ugly Duck,found in a restored Victorian warehouse in London Bridge. This quirky event space is complete with cutting-edge light and sound installations created by the French-Japanese artist duo NONOTAK.
There's room for up to 300 people here, or 75 seated, ideal for office parties, Christmas celebrations, product launches and more. Your guests can take part in a 45-minute audio-visual immersive experience while they're here too, with prices starting from £1,750.
Clapham
Balham
The Exhibit is Balham's go-to eating, drinking and entertainment hub. They're well practiced at hosting memorable private functions, with three diverse spaces ready to host private dinners, birthday bashes, intimate cinema screenings and wedding celebrations alike.
London Bridge
Liverpool Street
East London
Waterloo
East London
St Pauls
Greenwich
East London
City of London
Holborn
Situated in Holborn, The London Cabaret Club is the ideal spot to host your quirky event, complete with a fab dining experience. Check out The Bloomsbury Ballroom, which can hold up to 550 people standing up and 250 sitting down.
West End
Marylebone
If you're looking for a private hire in London with that extra touch of pizzazz, Burlock is a fabulous shout. Inspired by 1920s Havana, the venue boasts vintage prints and retro hairdryers, not to mention classic rum cocktails and Caribbean dishes.
South London
Queen's Park
London Bridge
Shoreditch
South London
Walthamstow
Signature Brew in Walthamstow and Haggerston both have fantastic private hire options, ranging from rooms to the full venue. Better yet, you can pair your booking with freshly brewed pints, artisan spirits and a DJ spinning the decks.
Soho
City of London
City of London
Hackney
Shoreditch
Fancy something a little different for your next event? 25 Paul Street is as quirky as they come, featuring snazzy, 70s-inspired interiors that provide plenty of wow factor. But that's not all, as it also boasts unique cocktails, fun DJ sets and secret passageways.
City of London
Covent Garden
Shoreditch
Chelsea
Shoreditch
Bethnal Green
Shoreditch
Embankment
Catford
One of South London's most outrageous venues, this Catford pub and kitchen offers a range of unique spaces across multiple floors, as well as a sprawling garden and in-house immersive entertainment.
Fulham
Shoreditch
Aldgate
Shoreditch
Experience Crazy Boules, an entirely new game that fuses pétanque's timeless charm with the whimsical excitement of mini golf. Located in Sacred London, a historic Shoreditch church turned entertainment hotspot, this is an adventure like no other. The venue's retro-futuristic design adds a dash of energy to any occasion, be it a birthday bash, corporate event, or festive celebration. With its striking former church setting, it's bound to leave a lasting impression on your guests.
Hosting options cater to up to 150 standing or 110 seated guests, while private hire allows full customisation, from AV equipment to staging and lighting. Smaller groups of 10+ can enjoy VIP treatment with exclusive booths or tables, starting at just £29 per person.
London Bridge
Battersea
Westminster
Taking group bowling bookings for up to 25 guests, The Westminster Hotel's private bowling alley is the way to combine competitive lanes action with a private bar and canapes to boot. Make your next celebration or even corporate event one filled with fun and classy cocktails here.
Islington
Canary Wharf
Situated in Canary Wharf, Fairgame is one of the quirkiest plots for your private event. Hire out the entire venue and you can fit up to 500 people at this fab funfair. Your guests can enjoy games such as Shoot The Clown, skeeball and much more.
Kings Cross
When it comes to unique venue hire in North London, Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes & The Kingpin Suite is a great shout. Whether you fancy full hire or just a room, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy bowling, ping pong, karaoke and live music with scrumptious food and drinks to hand.
Central London
Peckham
Camden
Soho
Hampstead
Acton
East London
Shoreditch's cool speakeasy bar The Bridge is as vintage as they come, complete with a motel-themed room, a machine room to add-on and even full venues hire. The space is filled with OTT decor, artworks, various knickknacks and even a 1940s coffee roaster that makes them experts at espresso martinis.
Host an even for between 45 and 160 guests here, ranging from live music events to private parties and more.
Hackney
Peckham
Shoreditch
Soho
Shoreditch
Hackney
Victoria
Fitzrovia
Fitzrovia
Lucy Wong is a sexy bar in Fitzrovia with both a slick basement space that takes inspiration from East Asia and a pretty outdoor courtyard. Book out the venue for a fabulous evening of creative cocktails and delectable dim sum.
Brixton
Looking for a large venue that brings something a little different to the table? Substation Brixton should be your first port of call. A sprawling climbing centre, with space for up to 400 people and a cool cafe, it's a unique spot to host an event.
Central London
Southwark
East London
Situated in the heart of Limehouse, Yurt Cafe is a totally unique venue that combines a cosy indoor space with a huge stretch of outdoor area. Think log fires and intimate vibes, with a number of different menus to suit all budgets and tastes.
This gorgeous spot could be yours for only £700, with minimum spends of £800 throughout the week. There's space for up tp 50 people here, or 35 seated, perfect for small to mid-size events.
Mayfair
Deptford
London Bridge
North London
Fulham
Wembley
BOXPARK Wembley is the perfect place for hosting drink receptions, brand launches, conferences and club nights, thanks to its unique and varied selection of spaces. Snap this one up for cool interiors alongside delish food and drinks.
Liverpool Street
If you're after a quirky pub venue for a top-notch celebration, venture to The Star By Liverpool Street. At this popular boozer, you'll get the choice of five themed karaoke spaces and two large function rooms for those all-important events.
Westminster
Fancy a venue that's a little outside of the box? Munich Cricket Club Victoria is a bar to be reckoned with. Offering German Bierkeller vibes with a twist, it slings out steins of imported beer and scrumptious Bavarian snacks, which you can enjoy while listening to Oompah tunes.
Liverpool Street
Notting Hill
Waterloo
Fitzrovia
City of London
Soho
Soho
East London
Fulham
Hackney
Central London
Clapham
Canary Wharf
Bermondsey
Inspired by the co-creators Columbian roots and time living in Bali, The Last Talisman's interiors are pretty stand-out. From the wicker furnishings to the lavish cocktails and mouthwatering Asian food, this venue is the ideal hotspot for all private hire occasions.
Southbank
Central London
With chaise longues, a piano and peeling wallpaper, The Lucky Pig is a quirky spot in Fitzrovia available for private hire. From intimate birthdays through to fun work dos, this spot is a great choice for a memorable evening.
Brixton
St Pauls
Victoria
Bringing their luxury Parisienne brand to a SW postcode is BAM Karaoke Box - now dubbed the largest karaoke venue in the whole of Europe. Here, you can not only grab either your own private karaoke room or The Peacock Room, but also the whole space - including two opulent cocktail bars, a live music stage and DJ booth - meaning you can host up to 450 guests. Plus, food comes in the form of French-inspired dishes.
Kensington
Central London
Soho
Hackney
West London
Java Whiskers is the White City cat cafe that's offering you a completely unique destination for your private event, since the space is filled with rescue cats and even has Europe's only kitten lounge too. The two choices of cat or kitten lounge each hold up to 20 guests - perfect for a quirky birthday, hen do or corporate team building day.
Having helped over 550 cats find forever homes, this venue will give you a warm, fuzzy feeling.
City of London
A charming venue for private hire, Core combines industrial chic with a relaxed ambiance, only to liven up as the late evening sets in. The downstairs bar and club room are available to hire, as is the whole venue over the weekend. A good lookin' and wonderfully quirky venue for private hire in the City.
Notting Hill
South London
For something a little different at your next party, why not hire out a train carriage at The Fox & Firkin in Lewisham? This space fits up to 60 guests, with a great selection of drinks and hand-made pizza available from a van in the pub garden.
Farringdon
Shoreditch
Liverpool Street
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.
Shoreditch
After the most quirky venue hire in Shoreditch? The Joiner On Worship is bringing you the chance to hire either their beer hall or 'The Glitch Bar', where arcade games and a mini race track await - catering to many different kinds of events.
Shoreditch
Liverpool Street
King's Cross
If you're after cool and quirky venues for hire, Supermax in King's Cross is a brilliant shout. With enough room for 80 people standing, the hotspot is hidden beneath Happy Face Pizza with a vermouth led-cocktail list to boot.
Hackney
Victoria
A dramatic location offering 360 degree views of the central London skyline, London Sky Bar is a spectacular choice for everything from weddings to birthday parties and all varieties of corporate events. The 8,300 sq ft space offers a blank canvas, meaning party planners can create a bespoke event to suit every last detail.
Paddington
Shoreditch
City of London
Central London
Paddington
Shoreditch
The Cocktail Club (formerly London Cocktail Club) have been shaking up some of London's finest drinks since 2008, promising menus spanning theatrical, house favourites, luxury picks and more. For their venue hire? Expect a range of spaces with cool themes, from the house party-inspired Old Street venue to a 90s Hollywood basement bar in Clapham.
Paddington
Central London
For those of you after quirky private hire spaces in Central London, The Scotch of St James should be at the top of your list. Step inside this 60s-inspired venue that spans two floors for a night of celebrations, RnB tunes and drinks galore.
Soho