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Venue Capacity
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Elegant drinks, vibrant atmosphere, perfect for any occasion

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Liverpool Street , EC3A
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Host Your Event in Style at The Sterling - A Landmark Venue at The Gherkin

Set at the base of one of London’s most iconic buildings, The Sterling offers an exceptional backdrop for full venue hire in the heart of the City. Blending contemporary style with relaxed sophistication, this spacious bar and restaurant is perfectly suited for a wide range of occasions, from corporate events and award ceremonies to Christmas parties, summer celebrations, and large private functions.

The venue features a stunning glass-walled main bar that floods with natural light and overlooks the impressive architecture of The Gherkin. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to The Sterling’s expansive outdoor terrace - one of the largest in the City ideal for alfresco receptions and summer gatherings with spectacular views.

Inside, the venue includes several versatile semi-private areas that can be adapted to suit your event needs. These include:

The Mezzanine - Accommodates up to 100 standing guests and features a private bar (available upon request). This elevated space offers privacy while maintaining a view of the main bar below – ideal for drinks receptions, networking, and celebrations.

The Drawing Room - Holds up to 50 standing or 35 seated guests, perfect for intimate dinners, team meetings, or breakout sessions. It also provides direct access to the terrace.

The Booths - With space for up to 80 guests seated or standing, this vibrant area keeps you connected to the atmosphere of the main bar and is great for casual group gatherings or dining events.

Hiring the full venue allows you to make use of all these spaces exclusively, giving you complete flexibility to design your event flow and format. Whether you're planning live entertainment, a formal dinner, or a multi-room activation, our dedicated events team will work with you to tailor every detail – including bespoke food and drink packages, AV support, and personalised styling.

With a total capacity of up to 500 guests standing or 200 seated, The Sterling is a premium destination for events that require impact, style, and seamless execution.

Conveniently located just minutes from Liverpool Street, Bank, and Aldgate stations, The Sterling is easily accessible for guests coming from across London.

Let us help you deliver an unforgettable experience at one of the City’s most dynamic and sought-after venues.

Venue Capacity
Standing:
500
Theatre:
40
Dining:
200
Boardroom:
25
Price Guide
Minimum Spend
Monday - Saturday
10:00 - 00:00
From £ 1,000
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Delegate Rate
Thursday - Friday
10:00 - 00:00
From £ 3,500
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Venue Hire Rate
Monday - Sunday
10:00 - 00:00
From £ 20,000
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Spaces Available
Whole Venue Hire
from £9,500
min spend
Standing
500
Theatre
40
Dining
200
Boardroom
25
Drawing Room + Booths
from £4,000
min spend
Standing
200
Theatre
40
Dining
90
Booths
from £2,500
min spend
Standing
80
Dining
60
The Drawing Room
from £2,000
min spend
Standing
60
Dining
30
The Mezzanine
from £1,000
min spend
Standing
90
Dining
60
The Terrace
from £20,000
per day
Standing
500
Dining
200
Christmas Hire
from £8,000
min spend
Standing
500
Dining
198
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Perfect For
Anniversary
Asian wedding
Awards ceremony
Away day
Baby shower
Bar mitzvah
Birthday party
Bridal shower
Charity dinner
Christening party
Christmas party
Cocktail masterclass
Conference
Corporate hire
Corporate party
Corporate reception
Creative space
Engagement party
Exhibition
Leaving party
Meeting Rooms
Networking
Office staff party
Presentation
Press day
Private dining rooms
Private party
Product launch
Summer party
Team building
Training
Wedding
Wedding ceremony
Wedding reception
Wine tasting
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Getting Here
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Aldgate
5 Minute Walk
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London Fenchurch Street
5 Minute Walk
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Bank Station
8 Minute Walk
Features & Restrictions
Catering
Approved caterers only
Can provide Halal
Dry Hire
Fridge/Freezer
Full catering kitchen
Inhouse caterers available
Kitchen facilities available
Tables & Chairs
Tableware & Crockery
Vegan Friendly
Venue can provide alcohol
Wet Hire
Allow external caterers
Can provide Kosher
Allowed Events
18th Birthday Parties
21st Birthday Parties
Child friendly
Loud Music
Open past 12am
Ticketed Events
Licensing
Alcohol License
BYOB
Late License
Temporary event notices (TENs) available
Civil ceremony licence
Full wedding license
Noise restrictions
Venue Specs
Air Conditioning
Cloakroom
Dancefloor
Dog friendly
Early access
Elevator
Goods lift
Loading bay
Outside area
Parking Facilities
Rain friendly
Ramps
Separate Entrance
Smoking area
Toilets
Accommodation
Breakout rooms
Wheelchair access
Whiteboards/ flipcharts
Technical
AV equipment
Bring your own DJ
High Speed Fibre Optic
PA System
Screens / Projector
Video Conferencing
Video Recording
Wi-Fi
Hearing loop
Hybrid Events
Live Streaming
On-site technician
Sky Sports
Stage

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