Draughts Hackney

Event Venue

#2 of 832 Outdoor Space venues in London
  11 reviews  – 
41 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 2JS
Dalston Kingsland Station (0.1 mi)
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Spaces for hire at Draughts Hackney

The Ballroom
Ballroom
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Private space
42 seats
42 standing
Our stunning Ballroom has soothing tones and a meditative charm. It offers a private space for casual dining, meetings, and hours of fun and games. Connected to our Terrace and Dive Bar and leading out into our huge beer garden, the Ballroom acts as a fantastic space for events to grow in numbers or offer shelter from the rain.

Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart

from £500 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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The Library
Restaurant
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Semi-private area
30 seats
30 standing
Nestled behind our collection of over 1,000 board games, the semi-private Library is positioned in the beating heart of the venue. The space lends itself to informal meetings, dining, and of course, endless gaming. With our thick curtains, the library can be segregated from other spaces or opened up for networking and games.

Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart

from £500 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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The Lounge
Lounge
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Semi-private area
50 seats
50 standing
The semi-private Lounge offers comfy seating and giant booths to make you feel right at home. Situated next to the library and opposite the dining room, you have the opportunity to keep the buzzy atmosphere of a busy venue or draw the curtains to create a secluded retreat. The lounge also has dimmable lighting and moveable furniture.

Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart

from £500 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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The Dining Room
Dining Room
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Semi-private area
25 seats
25 standing
A favorite for customers neatly tucked away in the corner of the venue, with giant tables and easy access to the games library. The Dining Room is opposite the Lounge which combines as a great breakout space for larger numbers. You are a short walk from the toilets, the beer garden, and the kitchen.

Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart

from £500 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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The Studio
Art Studio
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Private space
10 seats
10 standing
The Games Studio at Draughts is home to popular YouTube channels and podcasts from No Rolls Barred to Danny Price and Absolute Radio's Andy Bush. We regularly host private dining, sports screenings, and exclusive gaming events. The space has a flat-screen TV, speakers, a high-end gaming table, and recording equipment (if needed).

Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart

from £100 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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Full Venue
Event Venue
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Whole venue
200 seats
250 standing
Full venue hire at Draughts Hackney gets you unlimited access to 1,000 board games, for the duration of your stay. Not into games? We have a seven interconnecting spaces housed inside our Grade II listed building. Rooms include a podcast studio, a beer garden with a private bar and speakers, as well as a fully stocked bar, and a huge kitchen.

Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart

from £1000 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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Explore other spaces in the area

41 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 2JS
Dalston Kingsland Station (0.1 mi)
Public transportation
Parking
Hotels
Public transportation
  • Bus Kingsland High Street (Stop L) 0.1 mi
  • Bus Dalston Kingsland Station (Stop P) 0.1 mi
  • Bus Dalston Kingsland Station (Stop R) 0.1 mi
  • Train Dalston Kingsland 0.1 mi
  • Train Dalston Junction 0.1 mi
  • Taxi Sam’s Cars Limited 0.8 mi
Parking
  • Parking Gillett Street Car Park - 6 Gillett St, London 0.1 mi
  • Parking Bentley Road Car Park - Parking, Parking lot, lot 32 Tottenham Rd, London 0.2 mi
Hotels
  • Premier Inn London Hackney hotel 0.1 mi
  • Kingsland Locke, Dalston 0.2 mi

Prices and opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
The Ballroom
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Library
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Lounge
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Dining Room
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Studio
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
Full Venue
10:00 – 22:00
from £1000 hire fee
Tuesday
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
The Ballroom
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Library
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Lounge
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Dining Room
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Studio
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
Full Venue
10:00 – 22:00
from £1000 hire fee
Wednesday
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
The Ballroom
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Library
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Lounge
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Dining Room
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Studio
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
Full Venue
10:00 – 22:00
from £1000 hire fee
Thursday
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
The Ballroom
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Library
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Lounge
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Dining Room
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Studio
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
Full Venue
10:00 – 22:00
from £1000 hire fee
Friday
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
The Ballroom
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Library
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Lounge
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Dining Room
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Studio
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
Full Venue
10:00 – 22:00
from £1000 hire fee
Saturday
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
The Ballroom
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Library
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Lounge
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Dining Room
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Studio
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
Full Venue
10:00 – 22:00
from £1000 hire fee
Sunday
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
The Ballroom
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Library
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Lounge
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Dining Room
10:00 – 22:00
from £500 hire fee
The Studio
10:00 – 22:00
from £100 hire fee
Full Venue
10:00 – 22:00
from £1000 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago

Facilities and catering options

Up to 250
standing
Up to 200
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol

Reviews and ratings

4 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
7 recent guests highly rated location, service quality and catering
Amenities
4.7
Cleanliness
4.4
Location
4.9
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.6
Catering
4.8
Communication
4.0
RC
Rachel C.
September 2024
Summer Party · 80 guests
Great location, staff were awesome, so accommodating and friendly! The drinks were great, so much food! Everyone had a really good time, would happily come back to this venue :)
4.7
DS
Demir S.
July 2024
Birthday Party · 40 guests
The staff were incredibly helpful!! Although it rained (typical July in London) we were able to continue the party indoors and I had a great birthday.
The bar tab system meant that some guests ordered and never repaid (not the venue's fault). A pay as you go system would have been better.
4.7
BR
Bethan R.
June 2023
Garden · 40 guests
We hired the beer garden and dive bar room for a work summer party and had a great time, food & service were brilliant and they were very accommodating to our requests.
5.0
G
Gussy
July 2023
Excellent communication
5.0

About Draughts Hackney

Draughts Hackney is discreetly nestled away in one of London’s coolest areas. With seven interconnecting spaces and over 1,000 board games on our shelves, there's fun to be had and games to be played in every corner.
The Grade II listed venue is a kaleidoscope of visual treats, with a unique blend of listed architectural features and our wickedly designed terrace. Our secret beer garden has sunshine all day and night, and our outdoor games are ready for action!

FAQ

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At Draughts Hackney, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Draughts Hackney:

  • Full Venue hosting 163 guests: £3600

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Draughts Hackney is located at 41 Kingsland High Street, in the Hackney district of London. The nearest metro station is Dalston Kingsland Station.