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Farringdon's private bars offer a blend of sophistication and exclusivity, perfect for corporate gatherings or intimate celebrations. Consider the ambiance, capacity, and bespoke services when selecting your ideal venue in this vibrant London district.

Farringdon is one of the oldest areas in London, with a history that stretches back for hundreds of years. 

HISTORY

Farringdon is well-served by several major train stations, bus routes and the London Underground, making it easily accessible from all corners of the city. 

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From conference venues to a restaurant in London's only remaining working meat market, there's something for everyone.

VENUE VARIETY

From its ancient origins as a Roman settlement to its modern-day role as a modern and stylish residential hotspot, historic Farringdon has always been a bustling and vibrant area. 

With its excellent transport links and central location, Farringdon is easy to reach from anywhere in London, making it an ideal choice for events of all shapes and sizes! The underground station is served by the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines, and an overground train station is also nearby.

Farringdon has a number of unique historical landmarks, such as the Clerkenwell Priory and the Charterhouse, that make it an interesting and enjoyable place to explore. You could even host your event in the ancient Smithfield meat market, which is London’s only remaining working meat market, and has been in operation since medieval times. There is also a wealth of great restaurants and bars in the area, as well as plenty of nightlife such as world-famous club Fabric.

Farringdon

The London Eye, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Marble Arch... need we say more?!

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Whether you want to impress clients with French fare or marvellous mezze, London is no stranger to incredible food and drinks hotspots.

FOOD & DRINK

From cafes to conference centres, the sheer amount of venues in Central London means there is something for everyone!

Central London is a large area comprising the City of London and the innermost parts of 6 other boroughs, including Westminster, Southwark, Kensington & Chelsea, Islington, Camden and Lambeth. As this defined area stretches across many well populated and thriving cosmopolitan districts of the capital, it comes as no surprise that there is an endless stream of incredible event venues suitable for every kind of event, each with a unique cultural feel and offering. 

Whether you’re planning a conference, away day, dinner, awards ceremony, rooftop party or a simple team meeting, you’re sure to find the ideal venue in Central London. Plus with world-famous landmarks and iconic locations aplenty, your guests will always be impressed and entertained in equal measure! Central London has an abundance of train and tube stations connecting the areas, as well as buses, taxis, even boats! Plus, with countless hotels and accommodation offerings, out-of-town guests will have no shortage of convenient options.


Central London

Discover exclusive Private Bars in Farringdon, London for corporate events. Find the ideal setting for a memorable gathering.

Private Bars in Farringdon

Private Bars

Grade II listed private bar in Chancery Lane with 210-capacity reception space, natural light, flexible layouts, from £150 per person for exclusive corporate events.

Licensed for ceremonies of up to 120 guests or can be used as your reception or dining space, The Reading Room offers a stunning backdrop for your dream wedding. With flexible seating arrangements and an abundance of natural light, the space can be tailored to suit your unique vision. Celebrate your love story in a prestigious setting that combines history with modern elegance, making your special day unforgettable.

Elegant Reading Room at 113 Chancery Lane, perfect for weddings and formal events.

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The Reading Room 

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113 Chancery Lane 

113 Chancery Lane - The Reading Room

Split-level private bar near Chancery Lane ideal for corporate events, accommodating 200 standing with kitchen facilities from £1,000 evening hire.

Great private space for a wedding, with a raised area for the ceremony and performances, as well as the first dance. The Lower Ground Floor at Shutters Chancery offers a unique and stylish setting, perfect for couples looking to celebrate their special day in an intimate atmosphere. With its own bar, DJ booth, and dedicated entrance from Cursitor Street, this venue ensures a seamless experience for you and your guests. The split-level design features cozy nooks and a fashionable interior, providing ample opportunities for stunning photographs. Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen and private restrooms, along with a semi-private area for guests to mingle. With two entrances and a lovely terrace, Shutters Chancery is the ideal choice for a memorable wedding celebration in the heart of London.

Stylish bar and restaurant event space with checkered floor and cozy seating.

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Cozy bar and restaurant with blue chairs, perfect for networking events in Chancery.

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Stylish bar and restaurant with modern decor, ideal for casual meetings and events.

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Versatile bar and restaurant event space with warm lighting and casual seating.

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Cabaret

 Bar and Restaurant Lower Ground Floor

Shutters Chancery

Chic private bar near St Paul's with terrace overlooking cathedral. Accommodates 250 standing for corporate drinks receptions. From £12,000 minimum spend based on recent 

Located near St Paul's, this provides a fantastic location for wedding receptions.  Celebrate your wedding day in an unforgettable venue that will ensure your wedding guests also have a fantastic day.

Main Bar at The Happenstance with St. Paul's Cathedral, ideal for events and conferences.

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Main Bar at The Happenstance, featuring a grand dome, perfect for gala dinners and events.

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Elegant dining table at Main Bar, perfect for weddings and upscale events.

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Elegant chair covers with red sashes at The Happenstance for weddings and events.

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Stylish Main Bar at The Happenstance, perfect for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Main Bar

The Happenstance

Victorian warehouse private bar with live music, 80-person capacity, near Farringdon station. Minimum spend from £500 weekdays for corporate events.

Our Party Bar is located just off of the main bar, and just steps away from the Dancefloor where our live band will be on stage, along with singing waiters, performing your song requests all night. 

The area can be curtained or roped off, depending how private you would like it to be. 

It boosts it's own private bar, and can hold 40 seated, and up to 80 people standing. 

Available for private hire for any type of event.

Vibrant event space at The Party Bar, ideal for networking and gatherings.

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Vibrant Party Bar at The Piano Works Farringdon, perfect for networking events.

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Stylish event space at The Party Bar, ideal for gatherings and networking in Farringdon.

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Cozy event space at The Party Bar, ideal for gatherings and meetings in Farringdon.

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Stylish event space at The Party Bar, ideal for cocktail receptions and private parties.

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Events

The Party Bar

The Piano Works Farringdon

Historic Tudor-style private bar venue near Barbican, accommodating 50-230 guests with oak-panelled banqueting hall, from £120 per person for exclusive hire.

The Banqueting Hall is an impressive room by any standards. The windows, ceiling, chandeliers and oak panelling conjure up heraldic imagery and the fine stained glass windows record the room's connection with the Monarchy and past Lord Mayor of London.

For dining events the Banqueting Hall can comfortably hold a seated lunch or seated dinner from 20 to 160 guests, with a reception and drinks being served in the Drawing Room. 

Elegant banquet setup in Ironmongers' Hall, perfect for corporate events and galas.

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Dining 

The Banqueting Hall and The Drawing Room

Ironmongers' Hall

100-capacity private bar in Barbican featuring signature gold grand piano, full sound system, licensed bar, and moveable seating. From £3,000 Sunday hire.

A boutique venue perfect for that slightly unique event, party or wedding! Moments away from Barbican tube station and walking distance from Farringdon train station. 

100 capacity with full sound system and fully licensed bar. 

Our signature gold grand piano is available to use, with our own in house piano/vocalists if required. + DJ's. 

Onsite wedding co-ordinator as part of our packages. 

Moments away from St. Bartholomew the great (as featured in Four Wedding's and a funeral!). You also have the opportunity to create your own signature cocktail with our highly trained bar staff! 



Stylish event space in Piano Smithfield with plush red seating for upscale gatherings.

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Elegant grand piano stage at Whole Venue, ideal for live performances and upscale events.

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Stylish event space in Piano Smithfield, ideal for cocktail parties and private gatherings.

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Vibrant event space at Piano Smithfield with stylish decor for networking and entertainment.

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Stylish bar venue in Piano Smithfield for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Whole Venue

Piano Smithfield

Stylish Clerkenwell private bar for 120 reception guests, near Farringdon station. Atmospheric clubhouse setting from £3,000 evening minimum spend for exclusive hire.

Occupying the sunny west-facing side of the building, The Bar at B&H Buildings opens onto the street and the leafy park beyond via huge windows and glass doors. Influenced by those typically seen in a Grand Café, the beautiful marble mosaic bar top is itself a thing of beauty, particularly when set against the stunning mirrored back bar. 



Stylish bar in Bourne & Hollingsworth for networking events and cocktail receptions.

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Vibrant café bar with cozy seating, ideal for networking events and informal meetings.

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Vibrant bar scene at Bourne & Hollingsworth for a lively social event and networking.

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Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings

Historic 180-capacity Hall near Chancery Lane, ideal for private corporate bars. Fine dining packages from £110pp, includes prosecco reception and unlimited drinks.

The Hall at Gray's Inn is a grand, versatile space ideal for corporate events, gala dinners, and awards ceremonies. Conveniently located between Chancery lane and Holborn stations, it blends historic elegance with modern comfort. Seating up to 120 guests for award dinners and accommodating  up to 180 for standing receptions, The Hall features soaring ceilings and stunning wood panelling, creating an impressive atmosphere. 

Elegant banquet hall with wooden ceilings, ideal for formal events and celebrations.

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Elegant banquet hall at Gray's Inn, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant event space in Gray's Inn Hall, perfect for conferences and seminars.

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The Hall

The Honourable Society of Gray's Inn

450-capacity ping pong venue near Holborn station, ideal for private bar hire. Full venue from £25k weekends, includes unlimited games, UV lighting, cocktail bar.

Located just a 3 minute walk from Farringdon station, Bounce Farringdon offers flexible layout options and a huge variety of activity tables, including ping pong, beer pong and interactive ping pong x tables. Ideal for any corporate team social or party for up to 450 guests.  

This is the perfect space for large conferences, corporate party, company socials, product launches, Christmas parties or team away days. 




Vibrant event space with ping pong tables for corporate retreats and team-building activities.

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Vibrant event space with stylish bar for networking and celebrations at Bounce Farringdon.

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Vibrant event space with illuminated ping pong tables for team-building activities.

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Vibrant event space with neon sign for networking and team-building at Bounce Farringdon.

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Full Venue Hire

Bounce Farringdon

Hidden speakeasy beneath Smithfield Market with themed cocktails and live music, accommodating 150 guests from £37 per person for exclusive private bar hire.

Hidden beneath Smithfields Market, Oriole is the perfect place for your guests to enjoy a different and remarkable experience!

Themed around the habit of the Old World, New World and the Orient, our cocktail menu can be specifically tailored to your event and we can provide beautiful canape, buffet and food bowl menus.

If you are looking to completely immerse your guests into the theme, we can also help you source the perfect jazz, swing or blues live music act or a DJ to heat up the dance floor.

We have a maximum capacity of 150 people, mixed seating and standing.

Stylish Oriole Bar venue with warm lighting for intimate events and live performances.

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Elegant event space in Oriole Bar with unique stone seating and natural light.

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Oriole Bar

Grade I listed venue near St Paul's with stained-glass windows, private garden, seats 200 for dining, from £105pp for exclusive hire with catering.

Whether you are looking for an informal lunch or festive Christmas dinner, Stationers' Hall offers a seamless blend of welcoming warmth and arresting grandeur. Nestled near St Paul's Cathedral, this Grade I listed venue boasts stunning stained glass windows and traditional Christmas decorations, creating a magical atmosphere for your holiday celebrations. With the Main Hall accommodating up to 200 guests, you can host everything from intimate gatherings to grand feasts. Enjoy the convenience of accredited caterers, AV facilities, and a cloakroom, ensuring a stress-free experience. The enchanting courtyard garden, adorned with a magnificent Christmas tree, provides a picturesque backdrop for receptions. With WiFi and limited on-site parking, Stationers' Hall is the perfect choice for your festive dining needs. Celebrate the season in style at this iconic venue, where every detail is designed to make your event unforgettable.

Elegant banquet hall at Stationers' Hall, perfect for Christmas gala dinners and events.

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Elegant banquet hall at Stationers' Hall, perfect for Christmas weddings and corporate events.

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Christmas event at Stationers' Hall with elegant fireplace and floral decor.

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Elegant banquet hall at Stationers' Hall, perfect for Christmas corporate events and weddings.

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Elegant banquet hall at Stationers' Hall, perfect for Christmas gala dinners and weddings.

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Christmas at Stationers' Hall

Stationers' Hall and Garden

London's largest private karaoke venue with 10 rooms, vibrant bar area for 200 standing. Near Holborn station. From £104pp for corporate parties.

With a large and spacious bar area designed in a stunning lux-pop aesthetic, the venue features a number of music-themed interior set pieces, as well as a dance floor and live DJ.

Combined with an extensive artisan cocktail list and menu of tasty sharing plates, the result is a venue which can offer all the attractions of a club, speakeasy and private room karaoke bar - perfect for an unforgettable event in central London with friends, family or colleagues.

Vibrant event space at Lucky Voice Holborn with colorful decor for gatherings and meetings.

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Vibrant cocktails in elegant glassware for sophisticated cocktail receptions.

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Vibrant event space at Lucky Voice Holborn, perfect for gatherings and meetings.

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Vibrant social event at Lucky Voice Holborn with colorful lighting and engaged participants.

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Versatile event space at Lucky Voice Holborn with vibrant lighting for meetings and presentations.

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Lucky Voice Holborn

Elegant Spanish private bar in converted 1874 building near Farringdon Station. 15-metre bar, up to 40 standing, from £300 afternoon minimum spend.

A great location for more casual events and corporate parties, relaxed drinks receptions and standing parties. Enjoy our delicious Spanish canapes along with our signature cocktails inspired by the natural fruits and flavours of Spain.

Stylish bar area in Ibérica Farringdon, perfect for networking events and informal meetings.

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Stylish bar area in Ibérica Farringdon, ideal for intimate networking events.

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Stylish bar area with large windows, ideal for events and gatherings in Ibérica Farringdon.

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Bar Area

Ibérica Farringdon

Clerkenwell private bar with high ceilings and open-plan kitchen, ideal for standing receptions up to 30 cabaret-style, from £800 daily hire.

As far as unique meeting spaces are concerned, we can host a top contender at the Berlin Lounge in Fidelio. This stylish venue offers a perfect blend of relaxation and productivity, making it an ideal choice for business meetings, brainstorming sessions, or corporate events. With a sophisticated basement jazz lounge and a mezzanine level, your team can enjoy a creative atmosphere away from the usual office setting. Equipped with a projector and screen, the Berlin Lounge ensures seamless presentations and engaging discussions. Elevate your next work event with a touch of elegance and comfort, and create lasting memories in a space designed for inspiration and collaboration. At Fidelio, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional experiences tailored to your needs, ensuring your occasion is truly unique. Join our community and experience the difference!

Bartender pouring cocktail at Berlin Lounge, perfect for networking events and social gatherings.

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Berlin Lounge event space at Notion Café, featuring a large screen for presentations.

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Berlin Lounge

Fidelio 

Fidelio Berlin Lounge

Whimsical 65-capacity private bar in Camden/Clerkenwell with bespoke cocktails, themed decor and live music. From £2,750 evening hire for corporate networking events.

Catering for private parties, we help celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasion in a cosy, private setting. Our bespoke cocktail menu and themed decor ensure your party is both personal and memorable. 

Impress clients and colleagues with a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere during corporate events. Our versatile space is ideal for networking events, corporate parties, or promotional gatherings, tailored to suit your business needs.

Dive into fantastical themed nights, from 1920s speakeasies to Alice in Wonderland adventures. Our creative team brings your vision to life.

Elegant chandelier in The Rabbit's Hole bar, perfect for weddings and galas.