Ask the Collective
The questions independent drinks founders ask most — answered. Distilled from years of community knowledge so the good stuff never disappears in the feed again.
Which London venues offer private event spaces with film screening capabilities?
Members recommend several London venues with private screening rooms and bar facilities suitable for drinks industry events. **Specific venues:** - **TT Liquor** — mentioned as a solid option with screening capabilities - **The Ministry Borough** — suggested as a venue option - **Shoreditch Arts Club** — has a smaller private room, approximately 24-seat capacity; members noted it's a nice room with good location and have toured it recently - **Firmdale Hotels** — reported to have cinema rooms in most of their properties, though exact sizes unknown - **Chiswick Cinema** — praised for having a lovely private screen and gorgeous bar - **Barnes Olympic Studios** — noted as convenient, particularly for those based in West London - **Battersea Power Station** — has a cinema with a large, nice bar attached Members appear to have direct experience with several of these venues, having toured or used them recently.
What meeting and boardroom spaces do members recommend for business gatherings in UK cities?
Members recommend several practical options for meeting rooms across major UK cities, often less corporate and better value than chain providers: - **Fuller's pubs** — Members highlight Fuller's pub meeting rooms across London as offering good value and often having the necessary AV setup (screens, etc.). Use their pub finder to locate a local venue: https://www.fullers.co.uk/pubs/pub-finder/meeting-rooms/london - **SecondHome** — Recommended for Manchester-based meetings, with their most central location on Hanbury Street **Caveat:** Members note you should confirm the specific venue has the screen and AV equipment you need before booking, as this varies by location.
Where can members find low-key event venues in central London for casual drinks parties with live music?
Members have recommended a few central London venues that work well for informal drinks events with live music: - **SAMA Bankside** — used successfully for a launch party - **The Ministry in Borough** — described as "pretty sick" for this type of event One member also noted they have available space in Brighton if a splinter event appeals. For sourcing venues more broadly, members recommend contacting **Piers**, a serviced office broker in central London who can help identify suitable spaces (07877727267).