Downstairs at The Albany
Function Room in a Pub · Private space
63 reviews
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240 Great Portland Street, London, W1W 5QU
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Great Portland Street Station (0.1 mi)
About this space
Downstairs @ the Albany is a hidden gem, part of the pub but also a venue in its own right with private entrance, bar and toilets.
Over the years, it has played host to a litany of comedians and artists, and was the location of the first ever residency for the Chemical Brothers (The Dust Brothers) with the Heavenly Sunday Social.
This is a perfect space for daytime or evening Corporate Business events or celebration. We can offer boardroom seating, theater style or even seating in different areas for break out groups or similar.
Whether you are looking to host a Corporate Function or party the night away we can help with all your needs. The space holds 100 guests standing or 75 if you are using the stage area. We have a private entrance available on request and separate toilets. The space includes a fully stocked private bar so you have everything you need to have a perfect night with us.
Full PA system set up and AV equipment to cater to every need.
Event offers and packages
Prices
Monday
9:00 –
0:00
from
£300–£1250
min. spend
Per session
9:00 –
17:00
from
£300
min. spend
Per evening
17:00 –
0:00
from
£1250
min. spend
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Send me a message through Tagvenue and we can put together a bespoke quote for you. If you have any specific requirements let me know and mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
deposit - £250
deposit - £250
Tuesday
9:00 –
0:00
from
£300–£1250
min. spend
Per session
9:00 –
17:00
from
£300
min. spend
Per evening
17:00 –
0:00
from
£1250
min. spend
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Send me a message through Tagvenue and we can put together a bespoke quote for you. If you have any specific requirements let me know and mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
deposit - £250
deposit - £250
Wednesday
9:00 –
0:00
from
£300–£1250
min. spend
Per session
9:00 –
17:00
from
£300
min. spend
Per evening
17:00 –
0:00
from
£1250
min. spend
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Send me a message through Tagvenue and we can put together a bespoke quote for you. If you have any specific requirements let me know and mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
deposit - £250
deposit - £250
Thursday
9:00 –
0:00
from
£500–£1500
min. spend
Per session
9:00 –
17:00
from
£500
min. spend
Per evening
17:00 –
0:00
from
£1500
min. spend
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Send me a message through Tagvenue and we can put together a bespoke quote for you. If you have any specific requirements let me know and mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
deposit - £250
deposit - £250
Friday
9:00 –
2:00
from
£500–£2500
min. spend
Per session
9:00 –
17:00
from
£500
min. spend
Per evening
17:00 –
2:00
from
£2500
min. spend
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Send me a message through Tagvenue and we can put together a bespoke quote for you. If you have any specific requirements let me know and mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
deposit - £250
deposit - £250
Saturday
9:00 –
2:00
from
£500–£2500
min. spend
Per session
9:00 –
17:00
from
£500
min. spend
Per evening
17:00 –
2:00
from
£2500
min. spend
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Send me a message through Tagvenue and we can put together a bespoke quote for you. If you have any specific requirements let me know and mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
deposit - £250
deposit - £250
Sunday
9:00 –
0:00
from
£300–£1250
min. spend
Per session
9:00 –
17:00
from
£300
min. spend
Per evening
17:00 –
0:00
from
£1250
min. spend
Note:
Alcohol licence until 0:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
Send me a message through Tagvenue and we can put together a bespoke quote for you. If you have any specific requirements let me know and mentioning your budget will help me propose the best option for your needs.
deposit - £250
deposit - £250
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users
Capacity
Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 60
Theatre
up to 50
Boardroom
up to 30
Cabaret
up to 50
U-Shaped
up to 20
Classroom
up to 30
Catering and drinks
In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices (TENs) available
Wedding licence
Age policy
Guests under 18 are not allowed after 21:00
Host rules
No smoking in the building
Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day
Show cancellation details
Reviews and ratings
(63 reviews and ratings - )
KH
Keith H.
November 2024
Bar · 60 guests
Great location, reasonably priced drinks and good quality food
4.1
PN
Prathab N.
November 2024
Pub · 100 guests
I recently hosted my 40th birthday party at The Albany, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. I rented the basement for around 100 guests, and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out.
First and foremost, Ellie was outstanding! She helped me with all the booking details, from arranging the menu to organizing the room layout. She was quick to respond, super friendly, and just made the whole planning process feel smooth and stress-free. I knew things were in great hands, thanks to her attention to detail.
On the day of the party, two managers, Inka and Iwo, were there to keep everything running seamlessly. They were both fantastic—extremely attentive, helpful, and made sure all my guests felt taken care of. The bar staff were just as brilliant, and their energy really added to the night.
The basement itself is a gem of a venue. There’s a private staircase that leads down to it, giving it an exclusive feel. While the room was slightly smaller than I expected from the photos, it was still spacious enough, and the cozy seating areas like booths and corner seats matched the pictures perfectly. It was great to have these chill-out areas for guests who wanted to relax.
Setting up music was super easy—I just plugged in my phone, and the sound system was good to go. My friends raved about the food, especially the chicken dippers! I didn’t get a chance to try much myself, but both my gluten-free and vegan friends loved their options, which speaks volumes about the variety and quality.
All in all, I feel really lucky to have found this place. The Albany’s basement is the perfect venue if you're looking for a cool, affordable space with amazing staff who genuinely make a difference. Big shoutout to Ellie, Inka, and Iwo for making my birthday unforgettable. Highly recommend!
5.0
PW
Petra W.
October 2024
Corporate Party · 100 guests
Great venue, good service, all set out nicely and lovely food.
The toilet doors in the ladies were extremely hard to close. Some of our female guests commented on this.
4.7
AS
Anthony S.
September 2024
Birthday Party · 50 guests
5.0
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About The Albany
We are your local pub, proudly serving some of Regent's Park's best pints along with awesome food and our excellent Sunday roasts. Our basement bar is available for private parties and DJ nights.
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