Story’s Hidden Gems for 2024

Tell us about your venue?

• Lafayette has been open since 2020, and evokes feelings of a vibrant New Orleans square, Parisian avenue and New York street. Here in the heart of London, it’s a state-of-the-art venue that hosts some of the best live music in the city. Subterranean and expansive, Lafayette is one of the top kitted-out live music venues in London, along with three fully stocked bars and endless quirky areas. Lafayette is undoubtedly adaptable and ideal for parties, drinks receptions, brand activations, film and photo shoots, and more. We can guarantee an impactful event space in whichever direction you choose.

What are the capacities?

• 70 guests on round tables
• 400 guests standing + an additional 100 on the balcony
• 120 guests theatre style

What type of events would suit your venue?

• Drinks receptions, Christmas Parties, Summer Parties, Product Launches, Day Conferences.

What makes your venue unique?

• We are a unique music and entertainment venue with a very strong aesthetic, just 5 minutes walk from Kings Cross St Pancras.

Tell us about your venue?

• St Stephen Walbrook launched exclusive venue hire in Summer 2023 and is one of London’s newest event venues, however the church has a long history as a ‘Place of Celebration’ with evidence of bringing people together for over 1000 years. The St Stephen Walbrook as we know it, finished being built in 1679 and was designed by Royal Architect Sir Christopher Wren.
• This was Wren’s local church and has been described as ‘the pride of English architecture, and one of the few City churches in which the genius of Wren shines in full splendour’.
• St Stephen Walbrook is also the birthplace of the Samaritans. The first call was made in the crypt which led to the Samaritans being one of the largest support networks in the UK.

What are the capacities?

• 80 guests for a seated for dinner
• 200 guests for a drinks reception

What makes your venue unique?

• St Stephen Walbrook due to its stunning architecture, rich historical significance, friendly and knowledgeable venue team, captivating ambiance, excellent location and the unique versatility for clients to design an event that resonates with their vision. Most importantly, by hosting an event at St Stephen Walbrook, clients directly support the upkeep of the church and upholding its crucial role in the local community. As a new venue, we are eager to be a central space for celebrations and bringing people together. St Stephen Walbrook is a perfect blend of history, elegance, and has the potential for creating unforgettable moments, making us the ideal venue choice for a truly exceptional event experience.

Tell us about your venue?

• Blind Spot is best described as a modern-day speakeasy. We have an infamous golden hand that, when shaken, gives you access to our secret bar. You’ll find a selection of signature cocktails bursting with flavours influenced by the global ancient tea trade. Blind Spot’s cocktail bar travels from harbour to harbour and delivers the world’s most delectable flavours into the hands of our mixologists.
• The Blind Spot is the perfect venue for cocktail and canapé receptions for corporate business and for social events. This year, we’ve also had the pleasure of hosting press nights after-parties for local theatres.

What are the capacities?

• 85 guests seated
• 120 guests for a standing reception

What makes your venue unique?

• We’re situated in the heart of London that promises a night of decadence. We’re nestled behind the mysterious golden hand door that gives off a sense of exclusivity and intrigue. The entire space has an intimate ambience that’s unique and memorable to each of our guests – and we of course are committed to delivering London’s most bespoke cocktails.

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