40th Birthday Venue Hire

Make your birthday a seriously jaunty affair by hiring out The Crown. Cheery and quirky, it's sure to put a big old grin on everyone's faces. There is a selection of moreish canapés available for more of a soiree vibe, or book The Paper Room and dig into a feast! For summer birthdays, enjoy the sunshine on the stunning outside terrace. 

Step into your 40s at the super stylish Montague on the Gardens. In the heart of the West End, it's perfect for a pre-show dinner or elegant pitstop after a day of seeing the sights.

With plenty to keep you entertained, it's easy to make a day of it here too. Kick off with a traditional afternoon tea on the dreamy garden terrace before making for The Leopard Bar to toast your special day with a signature cocktails.

Marking a milestone deserves a rooftop bar with style and substance. Stanley's delivers with panoramic views, bespoke cocktail menus, and shareable bites like Devon crab or chicken satay skewers. The private hire option allows for a memorable 40th birthday celebration, balancing luxury with a relaxed, convivial atmosphere.

From afternoon spritzes to evening cocktails, it's a venue that caters to both your guests who want to mingle and those who prefer lounging with a drink in hand.

Looking for somewhere cool in the City to host your birthday party? Then head to Black Lacquer, a sleek basement bar hidden underneath Hyde London City in St Paul's - decked out in comfortable booth seating and dark, sultry decor.

This place is inspired by Japanese listening bars, complete with a huge vinyl collection and an impressive sound system. Their events packages include delicious cocktails, alongside tasty bites like mini smash burgers and mushroom croquetas.

A stunning Japanese restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden, Akatuki is available to exclusive hire. Spend your special day in its super sophisticated dining room to tuck in with up to 60 of your nearest and dearest - or up to 100 if they're happy to stand. 

To keep your guests in the party spirit, there's lighting customisable to the vibe and a spot for DJs and live entertainers. When it's time to dine, you're treated to incredible dishes, from silky sashimi and simmering hot pots to showstopping mains like wasabi-infused lobster.

For a sophisticated yet wonderfully relaxed 40th birthday celebration, the Tower Bridge Arms strikes the perfect balance between traditional British pub character and contemporary elegance. Located just moments from the iconic landmark, this beautifully restored neighbourhood favourite offers exclusive hire of its dedicated basement bar - a versatile, private sanctuary equipped with its own bar and flexible seating layouts.

Your guests can raise a toast with premium wines, craft beers, and bespoke food packages tailored entirely to your tastes, making it an effortless and atmospheric venue to bring family and lifelong friends together.

Want to mark the big four-oh with everything you love about the local? Make it one to remember at Masons Arms.

A traditional boozer, it serves up well-cared-for beers, perfectly cooked pub grub and a warm welcome. For an intimate shindig, hire out the function room for up to 25 party people. For something a little larger, you can take the whole place for 100 seated or 200 on their feet.

At The Light Bar, you can celebrate inside the stunning 1893 Victorian power station that helped put Shoreditch on the map. Across three floors with three unique event spaces, a sun-soaked terrace and heated courtyard, it's perfect for any occasion - whatever the weather. 

Packing in up to 40 guests, the mezzanine Copper Bar is perfect for intimate celebrations over champagne and cocktails. For something a little larger, book out the entire Engine Hall for 150 seated guests or 300 standing party people.

Hit Hackney town for your 40th birthday and take over one of the coolest venues in the area by booking out NT's Loft for your big celebration. This top-floor haunt is a hideaway that screams 'industrial chic' with a retro feel and on-trend furnishings that will look great in the background of your Instagram story. 

There's space to dance, socialise on the terrace corner benches and drink cocktails by the back-lit bar. Aside from the unmatched ambiance, the fun-factor isn't forgotten about – expect a pizza counter and stage equipped for fully fledged DJ dance parties and live performances. 

Looking to take your 40th birthday celebration up a notch? Then check out Ricco London, located in the trendy neighbourhood of Kensington. Venture inside, where you'll be met with Art Deco furnishings, live jazz performances and plenty of refreshing cocktails.

Host your birthday bash at The Dining & Cellar Room, where rustic charm meets contemporary flair in the heart of Shoreditch. With its intimate, warm atmosphere, this venue is perfect for anyone looking to throw a birthday celebration with character. Whether you're planning an intimate dinner, cocktail reception, or a vibrant private party, this space offers a unique, flexible setting for your special day.

The main dining room sets the tone for relaxed elegance, while the Cellar Room provides an exclusive, tucked-away space for more private gatherings. A custom drinks menu, delicious seasonal dishes, and a dedicated events team ensure your birthday will be one to remember, with a personal touch to every detail.

A top spot to host your party in South London, The Old Nun's head can be found close to Peckham Rye station. The family-run venue has the feel of a village boozer without leaving the city, complete with wooden panelling and a working fireplace for that cosy feel.

Hire out their private upstairs lounge to celebrate in style, with plenty of room for dancing. Hungry? They also offer a revolving selection of kitchen pop-ups serving delicious food.

Right in the heart of Connaught Village, Boxcar Hyde Park moves with the flow of the day, serving up everything from coffee and pastries to fine wines. If you're looking for a venue to make an impression, its private dining room is well worth a look. 

With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the village, it's a stunning setting for any occasion. Depending on the size of your soiree, you can pack in 40 seated guests or up to 70 on their feet.

Ohana Bar is a South Woodford gem that's only a couple of minutes from the station and is a hot venue to host a 40th birthday party at. Choose between two rooms, one for dancing and the other for lounging, catching up and sipping on the finest tipples the expert mixologists have to offer.

A stylish venue that excels in industrial chic and sweet sophistication, Core is a charming venue for private hire in the City of London and totally suited to 40th birthday parties and events. The downstairs bar and club area are available for private hire, or if your numbers are larger, consider hiring the venue in its entirety over the weekend. 

With enough room for 80 people standing or 60 guests sitting, Supermax is a supreme spot for your 40th birthdat party. Hidden below Happy Face Pizza, the hotspot has a vermouth led-cocktail list to boot as well as Italian-inspired decor and a killer soundtrack.

Want to go big on your birthday? then head to Sabine Rooftop Bar, where you'll be able to look out over St Paul's Cathedral while you drink and dine. There's a heated rooftop terrace where you can soak up the sun, and a conservatory-style space that's filled with pretty plants.

You can book the whole venue for up to 200 guests, or a semi-private space for smaller occasions - with minimum spends starting from £14,000. As for the menu, expect everything from wagyu beef burgers to tandoori cauliflower and sumac marinated chicken.

From the ground floor space with bi-fold doors onto the terrace to the bright and airy loft, Lula is a stunning neighbourhood restaurant with great private hire spaces across its two mews houses. From 50 seated guests to 100 standing with cocktails and canapes, multiple different kinds of soiree can be catered for here - including knock-out 40th birthdays in a classy setting.

Planning to channel your inner superstar at karaoke? Whether you're looking for a private karaoke pod or want to book the entire space, Lucky Voice in Soho, Holborn, Liverpool Street and Waterloo is all set to make your party extra memorable. Picture this: two hours of non-stop singing in your very own pod, complete with disco balls and room service at the push of a Thirsty button. And when it's time to refuel, they've got a menu of pizza and other scrumptious snacks to keep the good times rolling.

Begin your life at 40 with dinner and drinks at The English Grill. Hire out the two AA Rosette restaurant for your big bash and tuck into fine British produce with a view of the action in the kitchen. 

You and your guests will tuck in dreamy dishes, like coq au vin, beef Wellington, duck ragu and plenty more from executive head chef Ben Kelliher's repertoire. Expect perfect pairings over on the wine list, with bottles from top producers in every corner of the globe.

After something different for your 40th birthday celebrations? We recommend heading to Lockes Bar in Covent Garden and Battersea. Host your gathering by renting out the whole venue, which can fit up to 160 guests. Or if the weather permits, the outdoor space is perfect for intimate parties.

The Greyhound is the perfect pub to have your 40th birthday party at as it's cosy, and spacious and features an open terrace where all your friends can middle and soak up the charming atmosphere. The entire venue can fit up to 200 guests but there's a more intimate option in the form of a private room for around 55. And if you're just looking for a spot for birthday lunch, this old, pretty haunt has got you covered too, with a menu packing some heart classics and an extensive draught beer selection.

With floor to ceiling windows overlooking Liverpool Street, the Andaz Studio is a fully self-contained loft-style space presenting the perfect room for breakfast, lunches or interactive evenings.

If you're looking for somewhere special to celebrate your birthday, The Lucky Pig is a slick drinking den in the heart of Fitzrovia. The late-night cocktail bar boasts elegant tipples, live music and private hire options.

Cheer up, they say life begins at 40! You'll certainly have reason to be happy partying in the informal glamour of The Betjeman Arms, sipping champagne or cask ale and stuffing yourself with canapés. Depending on the size of your party, hire the light filled outside terrace, vintage styled dining room or quirky Poet's Corner and Artois Room. 

When it comes to venues in East London for birthdays, The Cider House is a great shout. Available for private hire, this joint has everything you could need for a stellar bash. Think £7 cocktails, an outdoor space and even a stage.

Whether you're in Battersea, Victoria, Covent Garden or beyond, you can count on The Alchemist to make your birthday a special one. These quirky venues can be hired for groups of all sizes, whether you fancy an intimate group meal or a huge party with all your friends.

Sip all kinds of weird and wonderful cocktails from the bar, and be sure to check out their food menu too. We're talking crispy chicken burgers, tofu katsu curry, lobster mac 'n' cheese and so much more.

Located in a restored Victorian townhouse in the heart of Islington, The Dally is a stylish private members club boasting its own restaurant, a cocktail bar and plenty of cosy spaces featuring plush velvet seats. Whatever the size of your party, there's space for you here, with rooms that fit anywhere between 16 and 100 people at a time.

Looking to eat during your celebration? Then check out their restaurant Margo's, led by chef Stefano Cirillo, which cooks up delicious Mediterranean dishes such as beef carpaccio, sea bream fillet and roasted aubergine.

Celebrate your big birthday in style at The Fenchurch. Set in a former bank branch, it combines stylish modern interiors with traditional pub charm.

As well as well-kept beers, your party people can tuck into pizza, grilled sandwiches and pub grub classics. Hire out the whole ground floor and you can pack in up to 100 seated or 200 on their feet.

Celebrate your big birthday bash in the uber elegance of The Rubens Hotel. Just a short walk from Victoria station, there's a space to suit all kinds of soiree.

There's multiple rooms for hire and space for up to 160 guests, so it's perfect for intimate dinners and full-blown parties. With several menus up for grabs, from afternoon tea and bao buns to fine dining, the food is sure to fit the bill too.

Need 40th birthday plans? London Cru is the place to go. Making quite a name as the UK's first urban winery, this spot provides a sleek Tank and an intimate Barrel room to elevate celebrations. The best part is that each event will have an in-house winemaker and sommelier team.

Throwing a large birthday party? Then head to Night Tales in Hackney, where they've got 9,000 square feet of space to celebrate in. You can choose to hire the entire space or book one of two private rooms, catering for groups of anywhere between 80 and 750 guests.

Celebrate your 40th birthday in style at The Library and Club Lounge. Whether you're looking for a lively, social atmosphere or a more relaxed, intimate space, this venue has the perfect setting. The Library offers vibrant décor and expertly crafted cocktails, ideal for mingling with guests, while the Club Lounge provides a serene escape for quiet reflection and conversations.

With flexible hire options, you can curate an unforgettable birthday celebration tailored to your exact needs. The team at Sun Street Hotel will work with you every step of the way to ensure an amazing experience.

Celebrate your 40th birthday in style with The Copper Quay, the ultimate canal boat hire experience. Choose your picturesque route from Kings Cross through Angel or Camden, bring your own supplies, and enjoy a two-hour cruise with tons of entertainment and a fully stocked bar onboard. It's the perfect experience to make your special day more memorable than ever.

Discover Terra Moderna, a refined fusion of Antipodean and Italian cuisine nestled in the heart of Belsize Park on England's Lane. This stylish venue, helmed by Michelin-trained chef Cristian Gaimarri, offers a sophisticated setting for private events - seating up to 24 or hosting 40 standing guests in an intimate atmosphere.

Choose from two curated set menus priced at £65 or £80 per person, featuring three or four courses respectively, plus sides. Expect seasonal highlights such as tuna tataki, slow-cooked Guinea fowl, Provolone del Monaco soufflé, risotto, and the signature 'TerraMisu'.

Hidden behind a secret wooden door is the imposing Grade I listed Masonic Temple, one of the original masonic rooms within five-star lifestyle hotel Andaz London Liverpool Street dating back to 1912.

Throw an epic 40th birthday celebration at The Old Joinery in Greenwich. This 3000 square foot venue boasts two fabulous outdoor areas, two bars, gallery space and a cool warehouse, making it ideal for those party plans.

Bow's Carbobar is a neighbourhood bar that seeks to be the heart of local community, providing a homely space and down-to-earth vibe for enjoying drinks and a meal. Take things up a gear for your birthday and hire one of their spaces for your next event, ranging from dining spaces to the beer garden and bar area. On the menu? Italian food made from organic ingredients.