The Scotch of St James at The Scotch of St James

Nightclub · Whole venue

  23 reviews  – 
13a Masons Yard, London, SW1Y6BU
Piccadilly Circus Station (0.2 mi)

About this space

The intimate 60s inspired night club, The Scotch of St James, was home to some of the most famous rock’n’roll royalty, seeing the likes of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who and many more go through the rustic black wooden door which to this day, still remains. Legend has it, it was also the backdrop for John Lennon and Yoko Ono's first encounter. The Scotch can also claim rights to an exclusive first performance of a young gentleman known as Jimi Hendrix, who on his first visit to the club decided to plug himself into the sound system and deliver an impromptu performance!

Just a stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle of Piccadilly Circus and a few minutes’ walk from Green Park, The Scotch occupies a central, yet hidden location tucked away in Mason’s Yard.

The venue hosts renowned parties from birthdays to networking, makes for a unique filming and photoshoot location, and is a prestigious space for product launches and promotional events. Both floors can be adapted to meet specific event requirements, with options for private screenings, dry hire, Christmas events, Media/TV locations, group meetings, pre/post dinner events, live music showcase, team building events and pop ups.
The space is set across two floors with a total capacity of 200 standing, with an incredible sound system set up for all audio requirements and lighting to compliment any mood. The upper level boasts a well-stocked, attractively lit copper bar, accommodating up to 80 guests for a speak-easy standing reception.

Descend the staircase into the basement and you will find the decadent nightclub, with lavish seating and private tables surrounding the LED dance floor, DJ and stage area, accommodating up to 120 guests.

The Scotch team is dedicated to building on its illustrious heritage as a culturally significant meeting point, aiming to host the city's most relevant and exciting events and personalities in music, fashion, film and the arts.


Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

Join us for special Christmas events and live entertainment throughout the holiday season, infusing The Scotch of St. James with the joy and merriment of the season.
Three Course Dinner - Classic (Based on 50 Guests)
£55 per person
Choose menu from the classic dining collection.

STARTERS
1. Mini Quiche Bites (V)
2. Pork Belly Squares Served On A Stick

MAINS
1. Gourmet Cheese Burger
2. Chicken Breast Burger
3. Gourmet Cumberland Sausage Hotdog
4. Deluxe Veggie Burger

DESSERTS
1. Mini Chocolate Brownie Squares
2. Mini Fresh Fruit Tartlets
3. Before Placing Your Order, Please Inform Us In Person If Your Party

+ hoose canapés from the canapé collection
with 4 canapés: £65.00/guest
Canapé Receptions
£18 per person
Choose menu from canapé collection.

Based on 100 guests:
6 canapés • £20.00/guest
8 canapés • £25.00/guest
10 canapés • £30.00/guest

Based on 200 guests:
6 canapés • £18.00/guest
8 canapés • £23.00/guest
10 canapés • £27.00/guest
Canapé & Bowl Food Receptions
£30 per person
Choose canapés from Canapé collection
Choose bowl foods from the Bowl food collection.

Based on 100 guests:
5 bowls • £35.00/guest

Based on 200 guests:
5 bowls • £30.00/guest

Filming and Photography Offers

Filming and photography hire rates
£250 total
Monday + Tuesday: £250 per hour
Wednesday + Thursday: £250 per hour
Friday + Saturday: £250 per hour
Sunday: £300 per hour

All rates are ex VAT

Prices

Monday
14:00 – 4:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
14:00 – 4:00
from £1000 + £8000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Catering packages:

£25/person: 6 canapes
£30/person: 10 canapes
£40/person: 4 canapes and 3 bowls
Tuesday
14:00 – 4:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
14:00 – 4:00
from £1000 + £8000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Catering packages:

£25/person: 6 canapes
£30/person: 10 canapes
£40/person: 4 canapes and 3 bowls
Wednesday
14:00 – 4:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
14:00 – 4:00
from £1000 + £8000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Catering packages:

£25/person: 6 canapes
£30/person: 10 canapes
£40/person: 4 canapes and 3 bowls
Thursday
14:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
14:00 – 23:00
from £1000 + £6000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Catering packages:

£25/person: 6 canapes
£30/person: 10 canapes
£40/person: 4 canapes and 3 bowls
Friday
14:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
14:00 – 23:00
from £1000 + £6000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Catering packages:

£25/person: 6 canapes
£30/person: 10 canapes
£40/person: 4 canapes and 3 bowls
Saturday
14:00 – 23:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
14:00 – 23:00
from £1000 + £6000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Catering packages:

£25/person: 6 canapes
£30/person: 10 canapes
£40/person: 4 canapes and 3 bowls
Sunday
14:00 – 4:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
14:00 – 4:00
from £1000 + £8000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 5:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Catering packages:

£25/person: 6 canapes
£30/person: 10 canapes
£40/person: 4 canapes and 3 bowls
Pricing updated by venue 7 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 200

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available
Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Ground level
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices (TENs) available
Wedding licence

Host rules

No ID, no entry


Reviews and ratings

(23 reviews and ratings - )

TT
Terry T.
September 2023
Excellent communication
quick response
5.0
JK
James K.
January 2020
Birthday Party · 120 guests
Great night overall, and no stress planning whatsoever. We will definitely go back and would highly recommend Scotch for private events.
Nothing
5.0
VL
Vitne L.
September 2024
Excellent communication
5.0
SP
Sebastiano P.
October 2022
Excellent communication
5.0

The Scotch of St James is a nightclub, live music and private event space which first opened its doors on the 14th of July 1965.

Renowned as the preferred playground for just about every major music personality of the swinging 60's the club famously played host to a then-unknown Jimi Hendrix's first impromptu gig on arrival in England in 1966.

More than twenty years after it last opened its doors, The Scotch was restored in January of 2012 and re-launched in March of 2014 after an eight-month partnership with Le Baron in 2013.

The current Scotch team is dedicated to building on its illustrious heritage as a culturally significant meeting point, aiming to host the city's most relevant and exciting events and personalities in music, fashion, film and the arts.


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