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No matter what the occasion, small party venues in London are easy to come by. But with so many to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start.

That's why we've put together a list of our favourite small party venues in the city, from hidden rooftop bars to cosy pubs with views of the river Thames. And with a range of accommodation options nearby, you can easily find a place for your guests to stay too.

So, whether you're planning a birthday party, engagement party or any other small celebration, be sure to check out our pick of the best small party venues in London.

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London is a city that needs no introduction. It’s a global hub for business, finance, fashion and the arts, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It’s also an excellent place to hold an event, with a huge range of venues to choose from. From the iconic O2 Arena and Wembley Stadium to more intimate spaces like the Royal Albert Hall and Roundhouse, London has a venue to suit every event. And with a wealth of hotels, restaurants and bars, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to entertaining your guests.

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The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

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From views of the Thames to West End gems, finding the right small party venue in London doesn't need to be a hassle. Browse our favourites here.

Small Party Venues

Discover The Oyster Shed, a sleek small party venue in London with a private bar and Thames views. Ideal for cocktail parties & dinners.

A super sleek mezzanine it's the perfect place for entertaining guests, this space boasts a private bar and breathtaking views over the Thames. The Rockefeller Lounge is bright and airy and is ideally suited to both cocktail parties and seated dinners. Please note, the prices listed are approximate minimum spends on food and drink. Exact figures will depend on your requirements.

Rockefeller Lounge at The Oyster Shed: stylish restaurant for meetings and events.

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Rockefeller Lounge at The Oyster Shed: stylish venue for meetings and events.

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Rockefeller Lounge at The Oyster Shed: elegant restaurant for meetings and events.

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Rockefeller Lounge at The Oyster Shed: elegant bar, plush seating for networking events.

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Rockefeller Lounge at The Oyster Shed: elegant dining space for intimate events and meetings.

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The Rockefeller Lounge

The Oyster Shed

The Oyster Shed - Small Party Venue

Discover The Brewery, a top choice for small party venues in London. Enjoy unique indoor-outdoor spaces and vibrant summer offerings.

The firs edition of The Retreat was a huge success and we can't wait to welcome you back from the beginning of May to the end of August 2025, for more parties and long, warm summer nights in our courtyard. 

The Retreat features two eclectic marquees, both surrounded by decking and greenery, bringing you contemporary chic alongside a relaxed atmosphere, adding a stylish accent to the beautiful 18th century courtyard. 

Whether you are planning a small or large team gathering, there's a package to meet your needs. Your urban escape  awaits!


Stylish outdoor summer party at The Retreat with elegant string lights and lush greenery.

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Vibrant outdoor summer party at The Brewery, perfect for networking and socializing.

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Vibrant outdoor summer party at The Retreat with colorful murals and stylish canopy.

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The Retreat - Summer Party 

The Brewery

The Brewery - Small Party Venue

Discover The River Room at One Whitehall Place, ideal for small parties in London with stunning Thames views. Perfect for intimate gatherings.

The River Room on 2nd floor of One Whitehall Place offers a stunning backdrop to your drinks reception or private dinner. With views over Whitehall Gardens, London Eye and River Thames, the wooden-panelled River Room is perfect for formal and informal dinner parties. 

This can be hired as one room, or in conjunction with 
other rooms on the 2nd floor for exclusive use

Elegant River Room at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, perfect for receptions and meetings.

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Elegant banquet hall with wood paneling, ideal for corporate dinners and formal events.

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Elegant dining room at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, perfect for gala dinners and corporate events.

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Elegant banquet room at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant spiral staircase in River Room, perfect for upscale weddings and corporate events.

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River Room

The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place

Small Party Venue at The Royal Horseguards

Discover No.11 Cavendish Square, a stunning small party venue in London's West End with elegant spaces for up to 300 guests.

The Orangery and Courtyard is a magnificent space to host drinks receptions, dinners, parties, product launches etc and can hold up to 300 for a standing reception.

The sun bathes the Orangery in daylight from sunrise to sunset through its glass vaulted ceiling and the Courtyard is a tranquil seemingly hidden spot in London`s West End with a beautiful upper and lower deck surrounded by an elegant living wall that can hold up to 140 people standing. 

Both the Orangery and Courtyard have a sound system and integrated dynamic lighting creating the perfect atmosphere no matter the occasion. 

Orangery & Courtyard at No.11 Cavendish Square, modern event space with large windows.

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Orangery & Courtyard at No.11 Cavendish Square, spacious event venue with warm lighting.

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Orangery & Courtyard

No.11 Cavendish Square

No.11 Cavendish Square - Ideal Small Party Venue

Discover Century Club, Soho's top spot for small parties. Enjoy a retractable roof terrace perfect for any London weather.

The Century Club Roof Terrace is the largest in Soho, it has a fully retractable glass roof making it the perfect space for the unpredictable British weather. 

Accommodating up to 200 people, the Roof Terrace is a truly fantastic space, complete with a large bar, the Roof Terrace is an ideal spot for drinking, summer parties, Christmas parties, birthday parties, dining or dancing, product launch, celebration, engagement parties, etc. 

Looking for a smaller drinks reception? The roof is also available to hire semi-privately.

Rooftop Terrace with retractable glass roof, ideal for corporate events and upscale celebrations.

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Rooftop Terrace with retractable glass roof, ideal for evening events and private parties.

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Rooftop Terrace with retractable glass roof, ideal for evening social and corporate events.

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Rooftop Terrace with retractable glass roof, ideal for summer networking events and gatherings.

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Rooftop Terrace  (with retractable glass roof)

Century Club

Century Club - Ideal Small Party Venue

Discover Swan at The Globe, a stunning small party venue in London with views of St. Paul's and the Thames. Perfect for intimate gatherings.

Located on the top floor of Swan, the Balcony Room is a beautiful and versatile event space which looks out onto St. Paul's Cathedral, the River Thames and the Globe theatre. A private balcony, accessible through large French windows allows guests to take in the panoramic views of London. Elegant panelled walls, a dark wood floor and Dido Crosby artwork are all features of this space.
This space can be hired for breakfast and day meetings, lunches, dinners, cocktail receptions and parties and is also fully licensed for weddings. 

Elegant dining table in The Balcony Room, ideal for upscale meetings and intimate events.

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Vibrant rooftop networking event in The Balcony Room, featuring a historic dome backdrop.

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Elegant table setting with floral arrangements in The Balcony Room, ideal for upscale events.

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Elegant dining table in The Balcony Room, perfect for meetings and events.

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The Balcony Room

Swan at The Globe

Swan at The Globe - Small Party Venue

Discover Stationers' Hall, a hidden gem in London for small parties. Enjoy a tranquil garden setting perfect for intimate gatherings.

An exquisite venue with a hidden secret - a tranquil, enchanted walled garden. A rare treat found in the heart of the City, the perfect haven for a charmed summer party. This ever-changing garden hosts an abundance of seasonal plants and blooms, the majestic Plane tree offers welcome shelter come rain or shine for up to 250 guests.

Food is our passion. Our chefs have created menus that will be a feast for all the senses, they capture the imagination and excite taste buds. Choose from interactive food stalls, a BBQ enhanced by the theatre of the chefs or a more definitive bowl food soiree.

Summer party venue at Stationers' Hall with lush greenery and festive bunting.

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Summer party venue with garden seating for corporate retreats and team-building events.

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Summer Parties

Stationers' Hall and Garden

Stationers' Hall: Small Party Venue

Discover unique small party venues in London at The Science Museum. Ideal for intimate gatherings with iconic exhibits.

The Making the Modern World gallery presents some of the museums most remarkable objects. Come face-to-face with the Apollo 10 command module, Babbages Difference Engine N0.1, Crick and Watson's DNA model and the first Apple computer. 

It is perfect for a range of events from award ceremonies, Christmas parties, drinks receptions and charity dinners. 



Vintage locomotives in a spacious Science Museum venue for corporate events and receptions.

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Vibrant event space at Making the Modern World, ideal for corporate networking and meetings.

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Elegant dinner setup in Science Museum, featuring vintage cars for corporate events.

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Vintage vehicles and airplane in dynamic event space at The Science Museum.

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Vibrant event space at The Science Museum with dynamic purple lighting for networking celebration.

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Making the Modern World

The Science Museum

Small Party Venues at The Science Museum

Discover Art'otel Hoxton, a top choice for small party venues in London with stunning 360° views. Perfect for intimate gatherings.

There is no cooler space than art'otel Hoxton to host your next event.
Providing the perfect space for dinners, parties, celebrations and evening events, the 360 panoramic views across London will blow your guests away.

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Modern conference room with skyline view, ideal for corporate meetings and events.

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Modern Creative Rooms at Art'otel Hoxton, ideal for corporate meetings and events.

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Art'otel Hoxton skyline view, modern architecture for corporate events and conferences.

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Modern conference room with city views for meetings and events at Art'otel Hoxton.

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Art'otel Hoxton

Art'otel Hoxton - Small Party Venue

Discover 116 Pall Mall, a stunning small party venue in London. Perfect for intimate gatherings with regency glamour and exquisite dining.

Whether you're looking to host a private dinner or a show-stopping celebrations with friends, family, or colleagues, our Christmas function packages have got you covered. 

116 Pall Mall's regency glamour and sparkling chandeliers are paired with delicious Searcys food and cocktails, immersing your guests in a classic festival experience for a truly unforgettable holiday season. Start your evening with a glass of Champagne, a non-alcoholic glass of fizz or a warming winter cocktail and take in the glorious surroundings of our magnificent venue.


Christmas party venue with elegant chandeliers at 116 Pall Mall, ideal for networking events.

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Elegant staircase at 116 Pall Mall for upscale Christmas parties and events.

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Stylish Christmas party venue with exposed brick arches at 116 Pall Mall.

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Christmas Parties at 116 Pall Mall

116 Pall Mall

116 Pall Mall - Elegant Small Party Venue

Discover The Inner Temple, a top choice for small party venues in London. Perfect for receptions and private occasions.

Garden views, high ceilings, light wood paneling and floods of natural daylight make the Luncheon Room the perfect space to entertain your guests. Perfect to host standing receptions for up to 120 guests, the space works beautifully for a variety of events to include networking drinks, a private occasion or a wedding party.

The Luncheon Room interconnects with the Hall and the Parliament Chamber and is the ideal spot for dinner parties for up to 65 and is also a great catering or break out space for any event in the adjoining Parliament Chamber. 
 

Luncheon Room in The Inner Temple, elegant meeting space for corporate events.

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Elegant dining room in The Inner Temple, perfect for formal events and corporate gatherings.

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Elegant Luncheon Room with chandeliers, ideal for networking events and receptions.

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Elegant Luncheon Room in The Inner Temple, perfect for upscale events and receptions.

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Luncheon Room

The Inner Temple

The Inner Temple - Small Party Venue

Discover 12 Hay Hill, a luxurious small party venue in London with a private terrace and elegant bar lounge. Perfect for intimate gatherings.

Providing an exquisite setting for your event or party for  intimate gatherings or lavish functions, this beautiful space offers guests a luxurious bar lounge, paired with its own private terrace. 

Warm ambient lighting is offset by stylish marble and rich fabrics adorn the armchairs, sofas, and banquet seating. The space can be transformed for seated dining, as well as standing drinks events.





Sleek modern bar with marble accents, ideal for networking events and cocktail receptions.

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Elegant dining space at The Bar, 12 Hay Hill, perfect for upscale events and gatherings.

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Stylish bar at 12 Hay Hill, ideal for networking events and intimate gatherings.

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Stylish bar venue with plush seating for upscale events and cocktail receptions.

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The Bar

12 Hay Hill

12 Hay Hill - Intimate Party Venue

Discover Jeru, a charming small party venue in London. Perfect for intimate gatherings with Mediterranean flair.

Layla Lounge & Bar is a beautifully designed space that seamlessly combines Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences. Intricate tiled patterns, plush textures and inviting sunken seating make for an exquisite experience. With a private bar and breakout areas, it is perfect for weddings celebrations, conferences, product launches, wrap parties, birthdays or corporate dining. The meticulously designed space exudes charm and character at every corner, making it an ideal backdrop for any occasion. A truly exquisite experience awaits at Layla Lounge & Bar. 

Stylish dining space at Layla Lounge & Bar, ideal for intimate gatherings and events.

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Elegant dining space at Layla Lounge & Bar, perfect for upscale events and gatherings.

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"Stylish Layla Lounge & Bar in Jeru, perfect for intimate gatherings and corporate dinners."

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Layla Lounge & Bar in Jeru: elegant bar setting for networking events and gatherings.

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Elegant dining setup at Layla Lounge & Bar, perfect for upscale events and gatherings.

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