Ground Floor Hanway Bar at The Hanway Bar & Basement

Event Space in a Bar · Private space

  94 reviews  – 
20 Hanway Street, Ground floor + Basement, London, W1T 1UG –
Tottenham Court Road Station (0.1 mi)
Up to 40
seats
Up to 120
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

Welcome to our spacious long bar area, thoughtfully divided into two distinct sections to cater to different preferences. On one side, you'll find a cozy arrangement of stools and couch seating, perfect for those seeking a relaxed ambiance. Meanwhile, the other section offers a combination of side stools, shelves, and additional couch seating, providing a versatile setting for various gatherings.

Nestled in a well-lit street adorned with an array of colorful spotlights, our ground floor sets the stage for crafting cocktails and hosting engaging master classes. Whether you're a seasoned mixologist or a novice enthusiast, this vibrant atmosphere is sure to inspire creativity and camaraderie.

Venturing to the rear of the space, you'll discover a serene oasis ideal for intimate conversations and quiet relaxation. Escape the hustle and bustle of the bar area as you unwind in this tranquil corner, where the ambiance encourages meaningful connections and unhurried moments.

Event offers and packages

Birthday Party Offers

£200 hire fee
+ £1000 min. spend
Play your own playlist from our in-house PA and speakers to get the party started! Free glass of fizz thrown in for good measure!
Birthday party celebrations
£250 total
Free glass of bubbly or shot per person.

Prices

Monday
18:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
All requirements can be discussed and rates are negotiable. No min bar spend for Sun-Wed.
Tuesday
18:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
All requirements can be discussed and rates are negotiable. No min bar spend for Sun-Wed.
Wednesday
18:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
All requirements can be discussed and rates are negotiable. No min bar spend for Sun-Wed.
Thursday
18:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee per day
Per day
18:00 – 2:00
from £200 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
All requirements can be discussed and rates are negotiable. No min bar spend for Sun-Wed.
Friday
11:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
11:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per day
11:00 – 0:00
from £600 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
All requirements can be discussed and rates are negotiable. No min bar spend for Sun-Wed.
Saturday
11:00 – 2:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per hour
11:00 – 2:00
from £40 hire fee per hour
Per day
11:00 – 2:00
from £700 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
All requirements can be discussed and rates are negotiable. No min bar spend for Sun-Wed.
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Per day
12:00 – 23:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
All requirements can be discussed and rates are negotiable. No min bar spend for Sun-Wed.
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users
Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 120
Dining
up to 40
Theatre
up to 40
Cabaret
up to 40

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Natural light
Free on-street parking
smoke machine
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level

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

Host rules

No smoking inside the building
No alcohol allowed outside 11pm

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(94 reviews and ratings - )

A
Akua
July 2024
Party · 100 guests
Naomi and her staff were amazing and very helpful
During the day parking is about 10-15 mins walk away, but that's not a reflection on the venue, that's just something to consider
4.7
NK
Nikolay K.
November 2024
Excellent communication
5.0
KK
Kumba K.
October 2024
Birthday Party · 80 guests
5.0
MF
Malachi F.
October 2024
Event Space · 50 guests
5.0

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Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 95%

About The Hanway Bar & Basement

The Hanway Bar & Basement a.k.a Hanway London is a hidden hideaway set right in the heart of West End Central London only 2 mins from Tottenham Court Road tube and Elizabeth line station. Set over two floors, the venue comprising of ground-floor Cocktail bar and a nightclub basement spot.

No min bar spend from Sun-Wed. Offering a flexible space for all types of events including launches, birthday parties, Live PAs, club nights and corporate private gatherings. Exclusive Limited offer - Free venue hire from Sunday to Wed.

The basement has a split level and can hold two events simultaneously. Can be used as a private space.
The ground floor cocktail bar has an art theme with regular artists displaying their works. The basement has an open brick vintage theme with a quirky layout friendly atmosphere.

We welcome DJs with their own equipment, artists with their own projectors and live music.

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