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Best pubs for hire in London

London wouldn’t be the same without it's impressive roster of pubs, each giving the perfect level of cosy comfort whilst still being great for celebrating special occasions. If you’ve ever ventured into one on a Thursday to Sunday, you’ll know that even finding a place to stand can be tricky, so it’s definitely worth booking in advance when you’re looking to go with a big group. Thankfully we’ve sourced our favourite pubs with rooms for hire in London to make it easy for you, so check out our list to find out for yourself.

Updated on 05 August 2024

When it comes to private hire venues, London has it all - vast, cavernous livery halls, tech-forward conference venues, old palaces and manor houses, all the way down to intimate wine cellars and private dining rooms. Perhaps more than anything else, though, what London does best is the humble pub. In every far-flung corner of this massive city you’ll find a pub within a short walking distance, whether it be a worn old wooden boozer or one of London's best gastropubs with a wine list as long as your arm.

The beauty of a good pub is that it can host almost any event you throw at it. The cosy interiors are perfect for birthday parties and celebrations, but there are lots of pubs with function rooms too, which are often ideal for hosting smarter corporate meetings and events. However if you’re looking to get friends together for a more intimate affair, there are also plenty of pubs with private dining rooms available. The truth is, pubs with private rooms come in many shapes and forms, including beer gardens and terraces, snugs and if you’re lucky the chance to have a bar all to yourself too (dedicated staff to keep the drinks flowing? Yes please).

Drinks are taken care of, naturally, but London’s pubs are also home to some of the best restaurants in the capital these days. Long gone are the days when a meal at one meant oven chips, microwaved peas and a pie, with many turning out some outstanding food, often sticking to tried-and-tested British pub classics and comfort food.

Aside from having specific areas for hire, many London pubs offer exclusive hire as well, so you can nail down your favourite spot for a whole evening and have a lock-in of your own. Scroll down to check our list of the best London pub hire - click through to any venues that catch your eye and book directly from the page.

The Railway Pub Putney

The Railway Pub Putney

202 Upper Richmond Road, Putney, London, SW15 6TD

The Railway Pub in Putney has been renovated to offer pub classics, craft beers, and a number of private spaces for hire including a rooftop garden and dining rooms for up to 12 people. You can also hire this historic building exclusively, for an all-out celebration of up to 620 guests.

Max Standing 620
Max Banquet 128
The Broadcaster

The Broadcaster

89 Wood Lane, White City, London, W12 7FX

The Broadcaster sits just a stone’s throw from The Television Centre in White City, and comes with multiple rooms to choose from, including a secret pub on the ground floor and even a rooftop that looks over West London.

Max Standing 300
Max Banquet 150
Mc & Sons Vauxhall

Mc & Sons Vauxhall

355 Kennington Lane, Vauxhall, London, SE11 5QY

Mc & Sons offers what is perhaps a unique fusion in London - Thai food combined with Irish pub culture. This south-west London institution can be exclusively hired for a range of events, with delicious pad Thai and drunken noodles freely flowing. If you fancy a jig or three, consider requesting the hire of some of the venue's regular Irish trad musicians.

Max Standing 150
Max Banquet 20
Lore of the Land

Lore of the Land

4 Conway Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1T 6BB

Cosy traditional pub Lore of the Land can be hired for anything from a small drinks reception to an all-out party. If you opt for exclusive hire, you can look forward to a range of different spaces at your disposal, from the homely wood-panelled ground floor, to the stylish and secluded top floor dining experience Rhed Room.

Max Meeting 45
Max Theatre 45
Max Standing 60
Max Banquet 50
The Farrier Camden

The Farrier Camden

Camden Stables Market, Chalk Farm, London, NW1 8AH

The Farrier sits in a Grade-II listed ex-horse hospital and stables with a capacity for 200 people - but if you’re looking for something a little more intimate, you can book a particular area of the pub for your own private party.

Max Theatre 60
Max Standing 200
The Holland

The Holland

25 Earls Court Road, Kensington, London, W8 6EB

The Holland is tucked away just behind Kensington High Street, and serves up an array of British dishes with a regularly changing, seasonal menu. Whilst it may be one of the newest kids on the block, the all wooden interior gives it a traditional feel.

Max Standing 110
Max Banquet 65

Maybe you prefer a cocktail to a pint? Check out a few more glamorous options in our list of the best bars for hire in London. Whilst we’ve got you, you might also want to take a peek at our roundup of the best birthday party venues in London, and our essential guide to event organisation, so your next party runs like clockwork!

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