The Retreat - Summer Party

The Brewery

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Stylish outdoor summer party at The Retreat with elegant string lights and lush greenery.
  • From £99
  • 800 Standing
  • Moorgate, Barbican, Liverpool Street
  • From £99
  • 800 Standing
  • Moorgate, Barbican, Liverpool Street
Historic Grade II listed venue with award-winning in-house catering team and multiple interconnected spaces for seamless event flow.
Viviana Delarosa
Viviana Delarosa

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  • Full event management support
  • Central London location on Chiswell Street
  • Complimentary cloakroom
  • LED lighting systems
  • Fantastic Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Historic Grade II listed 18th century brewery
  • Multiple interconnected event spaces
  • Queen Charlotte main plenary space
  • Smeaton Vaults catering area
  • In-house catering team
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!



Frequently asked questions

The Retreat package costs £99.00 per person excluding VAT, with capacity for 30 to 800 guests. The package includes diverse street food stalls, sustainable wine selection, refreshing cocktails from the bespoke London Essence bar, and exclusive Helles Lager brewed with Braybrooke Brewery. Full details are available in their brochure.

The Retreat operates from the beginning of May to the end of August annually in the courtyard. Limited dates remain for July and August, so booking well in advance is essential. The venue recommends getting in touch immediately to secure your preferred date.

The Retreat accommodates 30 to 800 guests and features two eclectic marquees with raised clear roofs, surrounded by decking and greenery in the beautiful 18th century courtyard. The space combines contemporary chic with a relaxed atmosphere for summer events.

The Retreat offers a laid-back dining style with diverse street food stalls providing variety and high-quality options. The package includes sustainable wine selection, refreshing cocktails from the London Essence bar, and their exclusive Helles Lager brewed specifically for the venue.

The Retreat is strictly a seasonal offering, operating only from the beginning of May through the end of August each year. Events must be scheduled within this summer window, and availability becomes limited as the season progresses, particularly in July and August.

The Retreat includes raised clear roof marquees, WiFi connectivity, decking areas, and greenery throughout the courtyard space. The venue provides full event management support and maintains the contemporary chic atmosphere with the historic 18th century courtyard backdrop.

Due to high demand and limited seasonal availability, The Retreat operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested parties should contact the venue immediately to check availability and secure dates, as limited slots remain for July and August.

The Retreat is a seasonal transformation of the courtyard into a hidden oasis specifically for summer events. It features outdoor marquees with clear roofs, street food stalls, and a relaxed atmosphere that's distinct from the venue's traditional indoor event spaces, operating only during summer months.




More about The Brewery

Iconic Grade II-listed brewery venue offering a heritage-industrial setting with strong in-house production and multiple adjacent rooms for seamless all-hands and breakouts.



The Retreat - Summer Party at The Brewery - Events

Capacity: Up to 800 guests (Standing)
Location: City of London, UK, City of London, EC1Y4SD, London
Coordinates: 51.5207424290804, -0.090911242852826

Features

  • Wifi
  • Raised clear roof marquees
  • Wifi

Food & Drink

  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering
  • Kosher Catering

Space

  • Disabled Access
  • Outdoor Space

Licenses

  • Licensed Until 12am

Capacities

  • 800 Standing

Venue Guide Prices

Events

Party packages

PriceSchedulePackage
£99 / Per PersonEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00Summer Party Package

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pricing for The Retreat summer party package and what's included?

The Retreat package costs £99.00 per person excluding VAT, with capacity for 30 to 800 guests. The package includes diverse street food stalls, sustainable wine selection, refreshing cocktails from the bespoke London Essence bar, and exclusive Helles Lager brewed with Braybrooke Brewery. Full details are available in their brochure.

When is The Retreat available and how far in advance should I book?

The Retreat operates from the beginning of May to the end of August annually in the courtyard. Limited dates remain for July and August, so booking well in advance is essential. The venue recommends getting in touch immediately to secure your preferred date.

What is the capacity range for The Retreat and what spaces are included?

The Retreat accommodates 30 to 800 guests and features two eclectic marquees with raised clear roofs, surrounded by decking and greenery in the beautiful 18th century courtyard. The space combines contemporary chic with a relaxed atmosphere for summer events.

What catering style and options are available at The Retreat?

The Retreat offers a laid-back dining style with diverse street food stalls providing variety and high-quality options. The package includes sustainable wine selection, refreshing cocktails from the London Essence bar, and their exclusive Helles Lager brewed specifically for the venue.

Are there any restrictions on event timing or seasonal availability?

The Retreat is strictly a seasonal offering, operating only from the beginning of May through the end of August each year. Events must be scheduled within this summer window, and availability becomes limited as the season progresses, particularly in July and August.

What facilities and amenities are included in The Retreat space?

The Retreat includes raised clear roof marquees, WiFi connectivity, decking areas, and greenery throughout the courtyard space. The venue provides full event management support and maintains the contemporary chic atmosphere with the historic 18th century courtyard backdrop.

How does the booking process work for The Retreat summer events?

Due to high demand and limited seasonal availability, The Retreat operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested parties should contact the venue immediately to check availability and secure dates, as limited slots remain for July and August.

What makes The Retreat different from other venue spaces at The Brewery?

The Retreat is a seasonal transformation of the courtyard into a hidden oasis specifically for summer events. It features outdoor marquees with clear roofs, street food stalls, and a relaxed atmosphere that's distinct from the venue's traditional indoor event spaces, operating only during summer months.

Venue Photos

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Amenities & Features

  • Historic Grade II listed 18th century brewery
  • Multiple interconnected event spaces
  • Queen Charlotte main plenary space
  • Smeaton Vaults catering area
  • In-house catering team
  • Full event management support
  • Central London location on Chiswell Street
  • Complimentary cloakroom
  • LED lighting systems
  • Fantastic Wi-Fi connectivity

Event Types

Great for: Historic Grade II listed venue with award-winning in-house catering team and multiple interconnected spaces for seamless event flow.

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Additional Information

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Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform

Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/139667/The-Brewery/The-Retreat-Summer-Party/Events