Dining at Town Hall Spaces

Luxurious event space with plush seating, ambient lighting, and terrace views. Ideal for dining events.

From: £10000 per person

Capacity: Up to 240 guests

Events at art'otel London Hoxton

A stylish hotel with 12 meeting spaces and a rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of London.

From: £25000 per person

Capacity: Up to 350 guests

Business at Arsenal Football Club - Emirates Stadium

A modern, versatile event space with pitch views, suitable for large receptions, dinners, and exhibitions.

From: £7800 per person

Capacity: Up to 1000 guests

Events at German Gymnasium Restaurant

A versatile, historic venue in King's Cross with European dining and heated terraces. Ideal for events.

From: £12000 per person

Capacity: Up to 500 guests

Business at Museum of the Order of St John

A historic, airy church with excellent acoustics and garden. Ideal for large conferences and meetings.

From: £2000 per person

Capacity: Up to 250 guests

How far in advance should I book an Islington venue for 200 people?

Large Islington venues for 200 guests typically require booking 6–9 months in advance, especially for peak midweek dates (Tue–Thu). For Q4 or conference season bookings, aim for 9–12 months ahead to secure prime slots, technical support and preferred catering partners.

What space per person is recommended for a seated conference of 200 guests in Islington?

Allow at least 1.5 sqm per person for theatre-style seating (≈300 sqm) and 2 sqm per person for banquet or classroom layouts (≈400 sqm). Always include an extra 15% for circulation, AV staging and registration desks.

What breakout room space is recommended for 200 attendees in Islington venues?

Provide 50–80 sqm per breakout room (max 30–40 people each) to allow workshop tables, flipcharts and networking. Plan for 3–4 rooms for a 200-delegate event, plus a central foyer or registration area of 60–80 sqm.

What AV facilities should I include for a 200-person event in Islington?

Specify a 5,000-lumen projector, 3m×2m screen, professional PA system with 4 speakers, 2 wireless handheld microphones, lapel mic, lapel mic stand, stage lighting and on-site AV technician for 8–12 hours. Confirm Wi-Fi bandwidth of 50 Mbps dedicated.

What licences are required to serve alcohol at an Islington event for 200 people?

You need a Premises Licence holder’s consent or a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) for events under 500 attendees. Submit the TEN at least 10 working days before the event to Islington Council Licensing Team and pay a £21 fee. Maximum of 15 TENs per year at any one site.

What catering budget per head should I plan for an Islington event of 200 people?

Allocate £40–£60 per head for buffet-style lunch and two tea breaks, £60–£80 for a hot fork buffet or plated lunch, and £80–£120 for a three-course sit-down meal. Budget extra £5–£10 per head for special dietary menus.

How much does it cost to hire a venue in Islington for 200 people per day?

Midweek DDR rates for a 200-person venue in central Islington range from £55–£75 per head in standard spaces to £75–£120 for premium venues with advanced AV. Total daily costs: £11,000–£24,000, covering meeting room, catering (tea breaks, buffet lunch) and basic AV.

What is the typical minimum spend for a 200-person event venue in Islington?

Minimum spend for a 200-guest Islington venue usually falls between £10,000 and £20,000 per day. This includes room hire, standard catering package and basic AV. Premium sites may require a minimum of £25,000 for exclusive hire.

Which Tube and rail lines serve Islington event venues best?

Angel Station (Northern Line) is 350 m to central venues; Highbury & Islington (Victoria Line and London Overground) is 700 m away; Drayton Park (Great Northern) and Finsbury Park (Victoria & Piccadilly Lines) are within 1.5 km. Frequent bus routes include 19, 30, 38 and N91.

What deposit is typically required to secure a 200-person Islington venue?

Venues usually request a 25% non-refundable deposit of the estimated total cost, payable on signing the contract. Balance is often split: 50% six weeks before and remaining 25% two weeks prior to the event.

What fire safety regulations apply to a 200-person event in Islington?

Islington Council enforces max 1 person per sqm for assembly spaces; you must have two clearly signed fire exits, emergency lighting for 90 minutes, a trained fire marshal per 75 delegates and an up-to-date fire risk assessment submitted to the venue’s safety officer at least 14 days before the event.

What parking options are available near Islington venues for 200 guests?

On-site parking is rare. Nearest public car parks: NCP Parkfield Street (350 m, 240 spaces), Q-Park Upper Street (450 m, 180 spaces). On-street pay-by-phone bays are limited to 2 hours unless you arrange a temporary permit via Islington Council.