Big Penny Social, Event Space + Garden
1 Priestley Way, London, E17 6AL -
Up to
700 guestsOffers
cateringInternal Catering
allowed
Big Penny Social in Blackhorse Lane incorporates the UK’s largest beer hall, flexible event space, and a huge sunny beer garden with a total capacity of over 1,400 people. We are an incredibly versatile space and are well suited to many event types, from conferences and exhibitions, to summer or Christmas parties and away days to filming, markets, pop-up shops, product launches, press launches, gigs, weddings and everything in between! We are a collaborative team here and work with each of our clients to create tailored and memorable events.
Situated a 5 minute walk from Blackhorse Road Station on the Victoria line and Overground, Big Penny Social is easily reachable from central London. Not only are we just 20 minutes from Kings Cross, we are also one train from London Liverpool Street, which goes directly to nearby St James Street Station, passing through Bethnal Green and Hackney. We are also well connected by bus, being on the routes to Stratford, Wood Green and Chingford.
We are also a fully accessible venue, with step free access across all three of our public spaces. We also have brilliant tech and AV equipment included within the hire of our spaces, from radio mics to our 16ft projector or LED screen.
Our versatile Event Space plays host to a huge range of events, from awards ceremonies and away days/company offsites to gigs, conferences, filming and parties. With a private bar, separate access to our huge garden, and the ability to partition the room for smaller events, it is hugely flexible. We have worked with a wide range of clients and partners to deliver high quality experiences. The exclusive hire of the events space also includes an area of our large garden space, a sun trap in the Summer and covered by a stretch tent in the Winter.
Space features included in hire:
- Fully stocked private bar
- Direct load in and ability to drive in to space
- PA system, sound desk and DJ kit
- 12x8ft stage
- 16ft projector & screen
- 2x lecterns
- Tables and chairs for up to 450
- Three phase & 125 amp power
- High speed WiFi
- Limited reserved parking on site
- Green room space available
- Photobot photobooth (additional cost)
- Table football, table tennis, giant jenga (available on request)
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 700
Dining
up to 400
Theatre
up to 500
Boardroom
up to 50
Cabaret
up to 400
Classroom
up to 400
Pricing
& opening hours
Weekly schedule
monday
0:00 - 24:00
tuesday
0:00 - 24:00
wednesday
0:00 - 24:00
thursday
0:00 - 24:00
friday
0:00 - 24:00
saturday
0:00 - 24:00
sunday
0:00 - 24:00
Price type:
from £175 per hour
from £175 per hour
from £350 per hour
from £600 per hour
from £850 per hour
from £1700 per hour
from £600 per hour
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Cloakroom
Disabled access
Heating
Lectern
Natural light
Outdoor / Garden / Beach
Telephone
Print/Scan/Copy
Stage
Table / chairs included
Tea
Premises parking
Audio & visual
Sound system
Microphone
Conference phone
Projector & screen
TV screen
WiFi
Space rules
Allowed events
Licensed for alcohol
Attendee Minimum Age
18
Cancellation policy
50% refundable 7 days before the event
Location
Reviews
Yvette Sexton
This place is nothing short of amazing. Its the hub of the community and the atmosphere is friendly and inviting. Where else could you be sitting on Walthamstow "beach" one day and listening to outstanding classical musicians the next.... at a place where you can take your mates or the family for pizza and chips and a decent beer, including the dog. The kids love the atmosphere and enjoy a dafe environment to play. First class
Humfrey Jeakins
Great warehouse-ish place to watch sports and events and stuff. Huge, there’s always space. Also big outside space. Food is average but they do have food. Loads of beers, this is the main focus.
Dennis Bauszus
When it's good, it's very good. It's probably between a 4 and 5 star venue. The big penny being an event space it very much depends on the event. I have been to live sports on the big screen which were ok. I've been to a DJ event which was very empty despite the DJ being great. We just went to the annual dog show which was great fun. ⚽🎧🐕
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