We have a range of beautiful historic rooms that are available for your parties, corporate events, celebrations and dinners.
100% of the surplus venue hire fee goes directly towards supporting the Employment Academy within our private members’ club and helps us on our mission to break the cycle of homelessness.
From meetings to special private dining events to exclusive venue takeovers, we would love to help create your perfect event.
Browse our function rooms for private hire below and contact our dedicated planning team to put together an exquisite occasion with ease.
All of our spaces are also available upon request for photography and filming.
Food is at the heart of all memorable events.
We’re able to cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences. No matter how formal or informal your plans, our Head Chef and hospitality team can provide a menu that works for you – including excellent vegan and vegetarian options, plus fresh herbs grown in very our own garden.
Whether your culinary style is croissants and coffee, beers and bowl food or a lavish sit-down dinner, we’ll work with you to create an unforgettable menu.
Email the Private Hire Team at [email protected] or call on 020 3011 1852 to get started.
Read our guide to Private Hire at the House of St Barnabas during COVID-19.
Non-members are welcome to book private events.
Our Rooms
Our beautiful and airy Soho Room has been redecorated by the team at Liberty of London and is perfect for larger private dining and seated meetings.
40 guests seated
Overlooking Soho Square and featuring dramatic 18th century rococo plasterwork, the Drawing Room is an excellent space for larger drink receptions, corporate events and functions.
35 guests seated
60 guests standing
The Georgian Silk Room is the club’s main board room, taking its name from its original 19th century wall coverings. With the beautiful board table as its centrepiece, the room offers members a discreet and striking space to meet by day or dine by night.
14 guests seated
25 guests standing
Named after Charles Dickens in recognition of the historical connection between the House and A Tale of Two Cities, the Dickens Room is a warm and inviting hire space that lends itself perfectly to large private dinners, for celebrations or “just because”.
20 guests seated
Once the office of Sir Joseph Bazalgette, this room provides an elegant historical setting for smaller corporate events, meetings and private dining.
25 guests seated
40 guests standing
It was in 1846 that Dr Henry Monro, a young physician and lawyer, first established the ‘House of Charity’. The inviting warmth and gently spotlit art in our stylish Monro Room make this corner of our club the perfect space for intimate soirées.
The Monro Room is also available to hire in conjunction with the Monro Room for larger functions.
45 guests standing
The Glynne Room is named after Catherine Gladstone (née Glynne). Catherine laid the foundation stone in our Chapel, and in her lifetime established the concept of free convalescent homes. This airy and comfortable meeting room, with its modern screen and natural light is a perfect venue to hire for corporate meetings.
20 guests seated
The Garden Room is airy, bright and nature-themed and comes equipped with its very own disco ball. It’s the perfect spot for a drinks reception – and maybe some dancing too! The space also enjoys direct access to the largest private garden in Soho.
The Garden Room is available to hire in conjunction with the Monro Room for larger functions.
45 guests standing
Why not take advantage of the largest private garden in Soho?
Our secluded courtyard garden, made famous by Charles Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities, is the perfect space for you to enjoy a cocktail, or coffee, in the sun.
We consider requests to hire the garden on a case by case basis throughout the summer – please get in touch with the team for further details.
100 standing
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