Whole Venue at The Steel Yard
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Up to 800standing
Up to 200seated
Club Nightbest for
Cityarea
About this space
Extensive in-house A/V system with lighting and sound engineers
Large projector screen and scalable LED video wall
Stage with flexible staging solution
VIP mezzanine bar area
Professional kitchen with extractor fans
Event security and cleaning team included
Two dressing rooms
Complimentary cloakroom facility
Three Victorian railway arches creating flexible spaces
Central London location near Cannon Street station
Our three Arches combine to create a flexible event space for over 800 people to move seamlessly around the venue, with the spaces being reset as the day or evening activities evolve.
Our largest area, Arch 1 features a flexible staging solution, extensive lighting, audio and AV fixtures, powerful WIFI and a scalable LED video wall display. Arches 2 & 3 host our main and VIP bar areas, allowing for a private entrance if required. Our mezzanine floor can be used as a cloakroom or a professional kitchen for catered events, set-up with extractor fans.
Features
Wifi
In-house lighting (high-end)
Mezzanine floor
Food & Drink
External Catering Allowed
Corkage Charge
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Recommended Caterering List Available
Recommended Caterers Only
Space
Disabled Access
200m² (2,153ft²)
Ceiling Height 6m (20ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 2am
Extensions Available
Capacities
160 Cabaret
200 Dining
800 Standing
200 Theatre
Guide prices
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Business
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Venue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£2,500 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£4,000 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Day
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 - 17:00Mons to Fris, 09:00 - 17:00
£5,500 / Venue FeeEvents
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Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
Every day, 19:00 - 23:00Every day, 19:00 - 23:00
£4,500 / Venue Fee & Min SpendAbout this venue
Industrial City of London arches with strong in-house AV, multiple bars and a flexible mezzanine setup for relaxed charity receptions, speeches and donor networking.
Great for a...
Professional staging and AV Corporate Event
- • Extensive in-house A/V system ensures seamless presentations
- • Stage with flexible staging solution accommodates any format
- • Lighting and sound engineers provide professional support
Victorian arches with bars Christmas Party
- • Three Victorian railway arches create atmospheric party spaces
- • VIP mezzanine bar area offers exclusive entertaining options
- • Flexible layout adapts from reception to dancing areas
Scalable LED video wall Private Party
- • Scalable LED video wall creates impressive visual displays
- • Professional kitchen with extractors supports custom catering
- • Event security and cleaning team ensure worry-free hosting
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Location
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The Steel Yard City of LondonUKCity EC4R 3ULLondon
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Frequently asked questions
What is the base venue hire cost and what's included?
Venue hire ranges from £2,000+VAT to £5,000+VAT depending on the date and event type. This includes event security, complimentary cloakroom facility, bar staff, in-house soft seating furniture, extensive A/V system, 1 lighting engineer, 1 sound engineer, stage, large projector screen, 2 dressing rooms, and event cleaning team. Additional engineers cost £375+VAT for 5 hours if needed.
What are the minimum spend requirements for drinks?
There is a mandatory minimum spend on beverages only, ranging from £2,000+VAT to £15,000+VAT depending on the event size and date. The venue does not offer dry hire - all events must include beverage service. This minimum can sometimes be negotiated down for certain events.
How much does the LED screen cost and what's included?
The LED screen costs between £500+VAT and £2,500+VAT depending on the event. All presentations and content creation must be managed by the client, including event day operation. The venue provides the screen but not content management services.
What drink package options are available and how much do they cost?
Drink packages are priced per person per hour: £6+VAT (tea, coffee, soft drinks), £10+VAT (adds pastries), £12+VAT (beers, wines, soft drinks), £13+VAT (prosecco, beer, soft drinks), £15+VAT (beers, wines, house spirits, soft drinks), £18+VAT (adds two draft cocktails from VIP mezz only), £20+VAT (three cocktail variations or champagne reception).
What are the food catering options and costs?
Food options include canapes at £37-£44+VAT for 8 per person, substantial canapes at £41+VAT for 8 per person, and various catering styles (street food, bowl food, buffet, 3-course meals). Kitchen buyout is available for £500+VAT. The venue works with various caterers and pricing depends on choices and budget.
What are the availability restrictions for bookings?
Friday and Saturday dinner slots are typically fully booked and unavailable. The venue frequently mentions being booked on Fridays and Saturdays, so weekday events are more likely to be available. Some specific dates may be unavailable even on weekdays.
What types of events does the venue accept or reject?
The venue does not accept birthday party bookings. All events are 18+ unless otherwise stated, with strict ID requirements (valid passports, photo driving licenses including provisional, or National ID cards - no photocopies or photographs accepted). The venue appears to focus on corporate events, parties, and professional gatherings.
What are the additional service costs for DJs and technical support?
DJ services cost £150+VAT per hour. Additional technical engineers beyond the included one cost £375+VAT for 5 hours. The venue includes 1 lighting engineer and 1 sound engineer for the in-house system, but additional engineers for complex requirements are charged separately.
Are there different pricing tiers and discount opportunities?
Pricing varies significantly based on date, event type, and negotiation. Some quotes show discounted rates (£3,000+VAT discounted from £4,000+VAT, LED screen £500+VAT discounted from £2,500+VAT). Minimum spend requirements can sometimes be reduced through negotiation, and the venue may offer alternative arrangements for different budget levels.
What furniture and setup options are included?
The venue includes in-house soft seating furniture as standard. Chair hire requires separate quotation and is not included in the base price. The space can accommodate various layouts including theatre style, cabaret rounds, and standing reception formats, with the venue adapting to specific event needs.
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