The Lighterman

Pub

#87 of 2413 30th Birthday Party venues in London
  10 reviews  – 
3 Granary Square, London, N1C 4BH
King's Cross St. Pancras Station (0.3 mi)
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Spaces for hire at The Lighterman

First Floor Dining Room
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
60 seats
100 standing
With floor-to-ceiling glass walls and an abundance of natural light, the First Floor Dining Room is a beautiful space to celebrate any special occasion with a three-course meal or drinks reception. Guests can also enjoy the wraparound terrace which overlooks the hustle and bustle of Granary Square and the beautiful Regent’s Canal.

Alcohol licence until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Whole Venue
Event Space
·
Whole venue
190 seats
500 standing
Our enthusiastic staff would love to host your cocktail party, birthday party, family celebration, or corporate event with up to 500 guests. Be it casual or formal, work conference or networking, we can host all your event needs for any occasion at any time of the day. Contact us for more details.

Alcohol licence until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Canalside Bar
Bar
·
Private space
60 seats
80 standing
Located on the tranquil Regent’s Canal, the Canalside Bar & Terrace is available for exclusive hire up to 80 guests. Whether for lunch or dinner, or cocktails & canapés, this stylish waterside location sets the scene for an unforgettable event. Alternatively, an indoor section of the Canalside Bar can be booked for more intimate gatherings.

Alcohol licence until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Explore other spaces in the area

3 Granary Square, London, N1C 4BH
King's Cross St. Pancras Station (0.3 mi)
Public transportation
Parking
Hotels
Public transportation
  • Subway King's Cross St. Pancras 0.3 mi
  • Subway Euston 0.6 mi
  • Bus Goods Way 0.1 mi
  • Bus Copenhagen Street / York Way (Stop E) 0.1 mi
  • Bus Randell's Road (Stop B) 0.2 mi
  • Train King’s Cross 0.3 mi
  • Train St Pancras International 0.3 mi
Parking
  • Parking Motorcycle Parking Bay - 3-17 Crinan St, London 0.1 mi
  • Parking JustPark - St Pancras International, Pancras Rd, London 0.2 mi
Hotels
  • hub by Premier Inn London King's Cross hotel 0.2 mi
  • CitySpace Kings Cross 0.2 mi
  • OYO Home Kings Cross-St Pancras 2 bedroom 0.2 mi
  • Premier Inn London Kings Cross hotel 0.2 mi

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £3500–£40000 min. spend
First Floor Dining Room
12:00 – 23:30
from £7500–£9500 min. spend
Whole Venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £40000 min. spend
Canalside Bar
16:30 – 0:00
from £3500 min. spend
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £3500–£40000 min. spend
First Floor Dining Room
12:00 – 23:30
from £7500–£9500 min. spend
Whole Venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £40000 min. spend
Canalside Bar
16:30 – 0:00
from £3500 min. spend
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £3500–£40000 min. spend
First Floor Dining Room
12:00 – 23:30
from £7500–£9500 min. spend
Whole Venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £40000 min. spend
Canalside Bar
16:30 – 0:00
from £3500 min. spend
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £3500–£40000 min. spend
First Floor Dining Room
12:00 – 23:30
from £7500–£9500 min. spend
Whole Venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £40000 min. spend
Canalside Bar
16:30 – 0:00
from £3500 min. spend
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £3500–£40000 min. spend
First Floor Dining Room
12:00 – 23:30
from £7500–£9500 min. spend
Whole Venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £40000 min. spend
Canalside Bar
12:00 – 0:00
from £3500 min. spend
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £3500–£40000 min. spend
First Floor Dining Room
12:00 – 23:30
from £7500–£9500 min. spend
Whole Venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £40000 min. spend
Canalside Bar
10:00 – 0:00
from £3500 min. spend
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £3500–£40000 min. spend
First Floor Dining Room
12:00 – 23:30
from £7500–£9500 min. spend
Whole Venue
9:00 – 0:00
from £40000 min. spend
Canalside Bar
10:00 – 0:00
from £3500 min. spend

Facilities and catering options

Up to 500
standing
Up to 190
seats
In-house catering
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Parking available
Accommodation available
Promoted / ticketed events
BYO alcohol

Reviews and ratings

1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
2 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.5
Catering
4.0
Communication
5.0
JM
Jack M.
August 2024
30th Birthday Party · 60 guests
Hosted a 30th Birthday party here and was a great time. The space and location are great, the staff were very helpful. Ordered food which was a little on the more expensive side but overall a really nice spot for a celebration.
4.7
DO
David O.
August 2024
Excellent communication
I’ve been driving yesterday and this morning. Should be ok around 2pm today if that’s ok for you to call them on 07976 250380
5.0
EH
Elmaz H.
December 2022
Christmas Party · 30 guests
Patricia was fantastic and super helpful from the first communication, then the staff on the day were equally as great. We were very well looked after and had a great time!
5.0
MC
Matthew C.
October 2024
Excellent communication
5.0

About The Lighterman

The Lighterman is a pub, dining room and bar on Granary Square, King’s Cross. Open every day for breakfast, lunch, dinner, Saturday brunch evening cocktails and Sunday roasts, our seasonal all-day menu showcases delicious, modern British dishes that can be enjoyed alongside innovative cocktails, local craft beers and a wide selection of sustainable & biodynamic wines.

With three floors offering stunning views across Granary Square and Regent’s Canal, The Lighterman a unique place to enjoy any meal, be it a group lunch or business meeting or a private celebration. From an elegant three-course meal to a drinks & canapés reception, our chefs and events team will help you plan the perfect dining experience for you and your guests.

FAQ

At The Lighterman, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
The Lighterman does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Lighterman:

  • First Floor Dining Room hosting 30 guests: £2630.40
  • Canalside Bar hosting 60 guests: £4266.32
  • Whole Venue hosting 400 guests: £28800.32

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

The Lighterman is located at 3 Granary Square, in the Kings Cross district of London. The nearest metro station is King's Cross St. Pancras Station.