The Hare & Hounds

Description

A cosy neighbourhood pub, set in a lovingly restored Victorian townhouse.

Looking for the perfect private hire venue in Islington? Our beautifully restored townhouse is available for everything from intimate gatherings to full house takeovers. Whether it’s a candlelit dinner party, a lively celebration in the Loft, or cocktails in our elegant Dally Bar, The H&H is made for memorable moments. Just across the road from Islington Town Hall, we’re a stone’s throw from one of London’s most popular registry offices—ideal for wedding receptions, civil ceremonies, or post-ceremony parties. Inside, you’ll find warm interiors, incredible seasonal menus, and a team who knows how to throw a good party (and clean up after). Our spaces can be tailored to suit birthdays, engagement dos, corporate events, or whatever you fancy celebrating....

We Offer:

  • Private dining for up to 45

  • Parties & Dancing for groups small & large

  • Full venue hire for up to 250 guests

Info

  • Taking Bookings
  • Dance floor
  • Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilets
  • None
  • 18
  • Jazz , Live Music
  • Sky Sports
  • Champions League, Premier League, Six Nations

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 9:00 2:00
Tuesday 12:00 23:00
Wednesday 12:00 23:00
Thursday 12:00 0:00
Friday 12:00 2:00
Saturday 12:00 2:00
Sunday 12:00 22:00

Location

Address

The Hare & Hounds, 181, Upper Street, N1 1RQ

Area

Islington

Nearest Station

Angel (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves Christmas Lunch/Dinner, British and European food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
The Loft Private Room 40 60 - Please Enquire Please Enquire

Sitting atop of our 3 story townhouse, with sprawling views of upper street lives our atmospheric and spacious loft space.

A mirrorball, vaulted ceilings, original beams & exposed brickwork paint this room as a perfectly styled space for social events & late night soiree’s. The room can be completely cleared of furniture for cutting shapes or for seating cabaret, theatre & seated dining events.

 This space boasts;
- A private bar & personal bar tender 
- The ability to plug and play or choose your own spotify playlist via our ipad
- A retractable projector and screen + Apply TV
- A cloakroom, upon request.
- It's own uni-sex bathrooms

The Dally Bar Private Room 16 30 - Please Enquire Please Enquire

An intimate space on our first floor adorned with plush casual furniture, contemporary art and ornate finishings. The bespoke mirrored bar sits adjacent to an original fire place and oversized windows, competing for main focal point of the room.


This space boasts;
-A private bar and bar tender
- A cloakroom, upon request
- operational French doors (Open whether permitting)
- close access to toilets
-The ability to play your own music via sportify playlist on our venue ipads.

Ideal for smaller gatherings, casual meetings and standing drinks and canapes - for up to 30pax comfortably.

 

The Pub Private Room 56 100 - Please Enquire Please Enquire

The Pub spans the entire ground floor of our townhouse. 

A fully tuned vintage piano sits pride and place next to the bar, encompassing the spirited nature of the club. Tinkle the keys & wet your whistle as you like! Perfect for receptions, launches, canapes and dancing into the night. 100pax max.

This space boasts;
- A private bar & personal bar tender
- The ability to plug and play, choose your own spotify playlist via our ipad
- DJ capabilities (Pioneer, all in one) & A PA system
- A cloakroom, upon request.
- It's own M&F bathrooms 

 

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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