Basement Bar at Pitcher & Piano Cornhill

Basement in a Bar

Private space

About this space

Welcome to Pitcher & Piano Cornhill! Our Basement Bar is a popular choice for a wide range of events. We can accommodate up to 110 seated guests or 200 standing guests. The space is equipped with its own private, fully serviced bar - serving 9 draught beers and ciders, wines from around the world, cocktails, and an impressive range of spirits. The space is perfect for larger groups who wish for exclusivity.

In the past, the Basement Bar has been used for birthday parties, leaving drinks, wedding receptions, conferences, quiz nights, networking events, team meetings/away days, Christmas parties (both shared and private), large private dining events, baby showers, and many other types of functions. It's a versatile space which is neutrally decorated allowing you to decorate to your own taste. It's equipped with plenty of tables and chairs but the furniture can be moved around to your liking.

We offer complimentary use of our AV equipment if you require microphones, a projector, television screens, etc. You can access the music system with our AUX cable. We can also source you a DJ if you prefer to have someone else in control of the tunes!

We work on a minimum spend basis (excluding dry hire events) which gets you exclusive use of the space plus bar staff to serve you for the duration of the event. Minimum spend varies heavily depending on the day of the week and the time of year, but the prices reflected on our profile are our typical costs. Please let me know your approximate budget when you make the enquiry.

We have various drinks and catering packages available. Please get in touch for further details!

Event offers and packages

The minimum spend may depend on the day and timings.
For Thursdays & Fridays the minimum spend would be higher.
For Mondays & Tuesdays may apply a discount for large bookings.

Canapés & Nibbles - Festive Favourites

£15.95 per person

For a minimum of 10 people

These festive favourites will tickle your tastebuds as you wait for
your guests. Psst! Canapés are always best served with cocktails.

Butternut squash & hazelnut arancini (V*)
Oak smoked salmon, cucumber & horseradish sauce on toasted sourdough
Honey & thyme glazed pigs in blankets
Crispy fried Cornish Brie with warm spiced cranberry chutney (V*)
Mini roast potatoes with chilli sea salt (VE*)
Peri-peri chicken skewers with garlic mayo
Charred Padrón peppers with chilli sea salt (VE)
Cauliflower & spinach pakoras with mango chutney (VE*)

Canapés & Nibbles - Finer Twists

£19.95 per person

For a minimum of 10 people.

With even more choice and desserts included, our finer twist canapés
selection is perfect if you’re looking for something a little more special.

Butternut squash & hazelnut arancini (V*)
Oak smoked salmon, cucumber & horseradish sauce on toasted sourdough
Honey & thyme glazed pigs in blankets
Crispy fried Cornish Brie with warm spiced cranberry chutney (V*)
Mini roast potatoes with chilli sea salt (VE*)
Peri-peri chicken skewers with garlic mayo
Charred Padrón peppers with chilli sea salt (VE)
Cauliflower & spinach pakoras with mango chutney (VE*)
Fig, cranberry & chestnut tartlets (V)
Halloumi fries with spring onion, jalapeños, sour cream and spicy Korean ketchup (V*)
Mini chocolate brownies (V)
Mini mince pies (V)

Winter Wonders Menu

£29.95 per person

Starters:
Cornish brie (v*)
Roasted pepper & mushroom bruschetta (ve)
Roasted carrot & sweet potato soup (v)
Smoked ham hock & chicken terrine
Smoked salmon salad

Mains:
Christmas turkey
Leg of lamb
Pan-fried cod loin
8oz sirloin steak (+£3 supplement)
Mushroom bourguignon pie

Desserts:
Christmas pudding (v)
Baileys Irish cream & white
Chocolate cheesecake (v)
Winterberry Eton mess (.
Vegan chocolate cake (ve)
Chocolate decadence

Winter Wonders Vegetarian & Vegan Menu

£29.95 per person

Starters:
Cornish brie (v*)
Roasted pepper & mushroom bruschetta (ve)
Roasted carrot & sweet potato soup (v)

Main:
Mushroom bourguignon pie (ve)

Desserts:
Christmas pudding (v)
Baileys Irish cream & white chocolate cheesecake (v)
Winter berry Eton mess (v)
Vegan chocolate cake (ve)
Chocolate decadence (v)

Prices

Monday

9:00 – 23:00

from £500 min. spend

Per day

9:00 – 23:00

from £500

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

We typically work off a minimum spend basis. Minimum spend can be met with catering, bar sales, and pre ordered drinks packages. We are licensed to sell alcohol until midnight Monday-Wednesday, and 2am Thursday-Saturday. There may be additional costs to keep the bar open past midnight. Please get in touch with your timings and budget when you make the enquiry so we can provide you with the most up-to-date information.

Our standard buffet packages start at £17.95 per head. We are also open to creating bespoke packages so if you have specific requirements please get in touch.

We offer dry hire as well. Please enquire for further information.

Tuesday

9:00 – 23:00

from £500 min. spend

Per day

9:00 – 23:00

from £500

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Wednesday

9:00 – 23:00

from £750 min. spend

Per day

9:00 – 23:00

from £750

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Thursday

9:00 – 0:00

from £4000 min. spend

Per day

9:00 – 0:00

from £4000

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Friday

9:00 – 0:00

from £4000 min. spend

Per day

9:00 – 0:00

from £4000

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Saturday

9:00 – 0:00

from £4000 min. spend

Per day

9:00 – 0:00

from £4000

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Sunday

9:00 – 0:00

from £4000 min. spend

Per day

9:00 – 0:00

from £4000

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago

Capacity

Standing

up to 200

Dining

up to 110

Theatre

up to 50

Boardroom

up to 30

Cabaret

up to 50

U-Shaped

up to 50

Classroom

up to 75

Catering and drinks

Facilities

Air conditioning

Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 18:00

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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About Pitcher & Piano Cornhill

Pitcher & Piano is housed in a Grade II listed building just a two minute walk from Bank Station. With two large bar & restaurant areas spread across two floors, and a private dining room with original wood panelling reflecting its past as a Scottish Widows site, it is an ideal location for all events including breakfast & lunch meetings, conferences, private dining, after work drinks, birthdays, weddings, private hire, and whatever else you may need.