Leaving Party Venues for Hire in London

Booking costs of leaving party venues average £600 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Ground Floor Bar at The Oxford Market in Fitzrovia - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Definitely recommend booking this place for your next celebration!’

• The Snug at The Bull in Angel - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Great atmosphere and great space, would definitely book this place again for a party...’

• Lower Arch at SAMA Bankside in South Bank - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘My leaving party was a ton of fun thanks to them!’

You'll find leaving party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

These are the venues within 1 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Waterloo Bar at Slug & Lettuce Waterloo on Chicheley Street 1-63 North Block - 0.8 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The private space worked for our team event as it's in a perfect location. It did what it said on the tin.’
• The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall on 15 Craig's Court Whitehall - 0.9 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘You won't be disappointed booking any event here.’
• The Snug at The Fire Station on 150 Waterloo Road - 1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Excellent venue, spacious area reserved, very happy overall. Excellent service when booking.’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for leaving party venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller leaving party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• The Mezzanine at The Last Talisman, rated 4.7/5 - event space for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great intimate space for a small private party, the ambiance and music was nice. Staff were nice and helpful.’

• The Bedouin Tent & Garden at St Ethelburga's Centre, rated 4.8/5 - outdoor space for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘Accessible venue (ramp and only one small step) in a central location.’

• Red Area at The Cocktail Club Shaftesbury Avenue, rated 4.5/5 - lounge for 50 guests
  Venue said: Book a semi-exclusive area for smaller groups of up to 50 pax! Perfect for corporate parties, birthdays and hen do's. The Cocktail Club has some of the best bartenders in the industry and they really know how to party!

Cheap leaving party venues in London start from £65 hire fee per hour or £125 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• The Bedouin Tent & Garden at St Ethelburga's Centre, from £65 hire fee per hour (up to 30 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Definitely one of the most cost efficient venue on the market and full of character. Everyone has so much fun.’

• The Library at The Alice House Queen's Park, from £125 hire fee per event (up to 70 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Both Zac and Marlene were fantastic to deal with.’

• Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Monument, from £10 per person (up to 70 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Lovely staff, pretty venue, great drinks on offer, decent central location and decent pricing...’

For anyone planning a large event, Mayfair and the City are two districts known for their high-end restaurants and bars. These areas offer you the chance to host an elegant affair with style and flair. For smaller gatherings, there are many pubs and bars in the East End that offer a more laid-back ambience. Chelsea and Kensington are also popular options for their variety of restaurants and bars that offer a more casual atmosphere. Since London is such a diverse city, there are also districts that cater to certain cultures and cuisines. For example, Chinatown has many restaurants serving Asian food, while Brick Lane features plenty of venues serving Indian cuisine. Finally, if you want to get a real taste of London, check out districts like Brixton and Dalston which feature many bars and restaurants serving traditional British food.

There are a lot of great options for leaving parties in London. If you're looking for an event space that can accommodate a large number of guests, we recommend one of the city’s many restaurants. Many restaurants have private rooms or offer exclusive hire, meaning that you can book out the whole venue for your leaving party. If you're looking for something more casual, another option is to rent out an event space at a hotel. This can be perfect if you're planning on having a big party with lots of guests and you want a venue that can accommodate everyone. There are also lots of great pubs and bars in the city that offer function rooms for hire, meaning that you can book out one of their private spaces for your leaving party. This is a great option if you're looking for something more casual and laid-back.