The Ship

Hire a Proper Pub. Right in the Heart of London

Looking for a private event space in central London with a bit of soul? You've found it. Our upstairs private saloon bar is one of the most characterful pub venue hires in London - a Victorian gem tucked away in Fitzrovia, just a five-minute walk from Oxford Circus.

Whether you're planning a birthday bash, corporate do, or a big match screening, our function room gives your group a space to call your own - complete with a dedicated private bar, steeped in over 250 years of history.

What You Get

Your own private bar — exclusively yours for the duration of your hire
A genuinely unique setting — Victorian pub with nautical decor, Bass brewery memorabilia, beaten copper tables and a wainscoted ceiling hung with maritime trinkets
A central London location — easy for guests coming from anywhere in the city, right off Oxford Circus
A flexible space — equally at home for birthdays, corporate events, team meetings, private parties or watching the football
A friendly, attentive team — we'll make sure your event runs smoothly from start to finish
Bring your own food — no in-house kitchen, but you're welcome to order in from the brilliant eateries right on our doorstep in Fitzrovia

Perfect For

Birthday parties and celebrations
Corporate events and team socials
Private meetings and away days
Sports screenings and match days
Leaving dos, reunions and special occasions

Why The Ship?

We're not a faceless events venue. We're a fully independent, family-run pub with more than 250 years of history — and it shows. As one of London's last remaining truly independent pubs, The Ship is a function room in Fitzrovia like no other. The kind of place your guests will actually remember.

Private Function Room

Hire a Proper Pub. Right in the Heart of London

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Private Function Room

Hire a Proper Pub. Right in the Heart of London

What You Get

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