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Basement Bar

For the last 25 years, one of Central London's most loved venues!

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Oxford Circus, W1W
The Space

The Social Basement Bar: A stones throw away from Oxford Circus, for the last two decades, it has been one of Central London's most loved getaways. The Social sits comfortably somewhere between a modern day speakeasy and a home-from-home local!

High Spec Sound System

Central Londons last outpost of music counter culture. The Basement can host live bands or DJ with ease and the is team on hand to assist booking.

Private Bar

Whether it's a networking soiree, a drinks reception or a birthday party our drink offerings are tailored to your preferences.

Cultural Legacy

Be a part of the party legacy of The Social which has been offering a rich heritage of entertainment experience for over 20 years Versatile Space Downstairs is a newly redesigned event space that’s just as likely to host frenetic live shows as literary events, packed out DJ gigs, private parties and corporate events.

Ideally Located

Situated in the heart of central London, The Social is easily accessible from public transport and offers a prime location for your event.

Go bigger!

Hire with the Ground Floor bar for a full venue takeover!

Venue Capacity
Standing:
150
Sq/ft:
915.00
Price Guide for Rooms
Venue Hire Rate
Monday - Sunday
18:00 - 01:00
From £ 2,000
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Minimum Spend
Monday - Sunday
18:00 - 01:00
From £ 5,000
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Perfect For
Anniversary
Bar mitzvah
Birthday party
Christmas party
Cocktail masterclass
Corporate party
Corporate reception
Creative space
Engagement party
Exhibition
Leaving party
Networking
Office staff party
Pop Up
Presentation
Press day
Private party
Private screening
Product launch
Sample sale
Summer party
Wedding reception
Workshop
Wrap party
Other Rooms To Hire
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Whole Venue Hire
from £2,500
per evening
Standing
250
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Ground Floor Bar
from £1,000
per evening
Standing
80
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Getting Here
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Southwark
10 Minute Walk
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Borough
6 Minute Walk
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London Bridge
13 Minute Walk
Features & Restrictions
Catering
Allow external caterers
Inhouse caterers available
Vegan Friendly
Venue can provide alcohol
Wet Hire
Approved caterers only
Can provide Halal
Can provide Kosher
Dry Hire
Fridge/Freezer
Full catering kitchen
Kitchen facilities available
Tables & Chairs
Tableware & Crockery
Allowed Events
Child friendly
Loud Music
Open past 12am
18th Birthday Parties
21st Birthday Parties
Ticketed Events
Licensing
Alcohol License
Late License
BYOB
Civil ceremony licence
Full wedding license
Noise restrictions
Temporary event notices (TENs) available
Venue Specs
Air Conditioning
Cloakroom
Dancefloor
Early access
Rain friendly
Separate Entrance
Smoking area
Toilets
Accommodation
Breakout rooms
Dog friendly
Elevator
Goods lift
Loading bay
Outside area
Parking Facilities
Ramps
Wheelchair access
Whiteboards/ flipcharts
Technical
AV equipment
Bring your own DJ
High Speed Fibre Optic
PA System
Screens / Projector
Wi-Fi
Hearing loop
Hybrid Events
Live Streaming
On-site technician
Sky Sports
Stage
Video Conferencing
Video Recording
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