Event Spaces & Function Rooms
Bench
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About Bench
30 Banquet
60 Standing / Reception
Our Victorian Board School's covered playground has transformed into The Bench, where exposed brick walls meet soaring arched windows that flood the space with natural light throughout the day. Just three minutes from Farringdon Station, this former playground now hosts everything from birthday celebrations to corporate parties, with its distinctive artistic panels suspended from the high ceilings creating conversations before guests even arrive. The polished stone floors have witnessed countless celebrations, while our long communal wooden tables and stools adapt to whatever gathering you're planning. We can arrange the space for 30 seated guests enjoying a dinner party, or open it up for 60 people mingling with drinks and canapés. The flexibility means we've hosted everything from milestone birthdays with formal dining to relaxed networking events where guests flow naturally between conversations. What makes The Bench particularly special for summer events is the direct access to our private outdoor terrace. We've seen guests spill out onto this space during warm evenings, cocktails in hand, while the indoor area maintains its energy. The combination works brilliantly for parties that want both the buzz of an indoor celebration and the option of fresh air. Throughout the day, this space operates as our café, which means we know exactly how the acoustics work, where the best lighting falls, and how to arrange furniture for optimal flow. Our in-house catering team at Gather & Gather prepares everything in our kitchens, from substantial three-course meals to lighter party food designed for standing receptions. They understand how food moves through this particular space, timing service to work with your event's rhythm. Modern practicalities include full Wi-Fi coverage, air conditioning for those warmer celebrations, and complete wheelchair accessibility throughout. The venue's location in Clerkenwell means your guests have excellent transport links while enjoying the creative energy of this historic neighborhood.
Response rate:95%
Response time:within an hour
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Prices
Flat rate | from £1,624
Mon – Sat08:30 - 23:00from £1,624 hire fee
SunClosed
Amenities
Speakers
Air conditioning
Microphone
Breakout spaces (shared)
Wireless Internet Access
Whiteboards
Accessibility
Flipchart
Projector/TV/Screen
Menu
Food And DrinkPrice
Location
Farringdon · 2 minutes
Barbican · 4 minutes
Farringdon · 2 minutes
St. Paul's · 9 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Tuesday:8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Wednesday:8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Thursday:8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Friday:8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday:8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sunday:Closed
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