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Hire The Lighterman - 5 spaces for memorable events in London

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or call us on 0207 870 9305.

Welcome to The Lighterman a contemporary pub and restaurant with bookable spaces for groups and events overlooking Granary Square, in the vibrant heart of King’s Cross.

Spread over three stunning floors with panoramic terraces and a bar along the towpath, The Lighterman offers a dynamic, flexible setting for events of all kinds, from private dinners and networking receptions to brand launches, weddings and large-scale celebrations.

With capacity for up to 190 seated or 700 standing guests, and versatile spaces designed to impress, The Lighterman combines striking architecture, floor-to-ceiling views, and seasonal menus to create truly memorable events. Exclusive hire includes three floors, three bars, and wraparound terraces with breathtaking views across Granary Square and Regent’s Canal.

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Room & Venue Capacities

First Floor

Event style Guests
Standing Reception - Indoors 120
Standing Reception - Outdoors 100
Seated Lunch 60
Seated Dinner 60
Dinner/Dance 60
Theatre Style 80
Boardroom Style 60
Seated lunch/dinner 60

Canalside Bar & Terrace

Event style Guests
Standing Reception - Indoors 100
Standing Reception - Outdoors 100
Seated Lunch 60
Seated Dinner 60
Seated lunch/dinner 60

Ground Floor Group Dining

Event style Guests
Seated Lunch 20
Seated Dinner 20
Seated lunch/dinner 20

Full Venue Hire

Event style Guests
Standing Reception - Indoors 400
Standing Reception - Outdoors 300
Seated lunch/dinner 190

Canalside Bar Area

Event style Guests
Standing Reception - Indoors 30
Standing Reception - Outdoors 30
Seated Lunch 32
Seated Dinner 32
Seated lunch/dinner 32

Venue Facilities & Accessibility

  • Outside space
  • Natural daylight
  • AV and audio facilities on site
  • Wifi
  • River Views
  • Panoramic Views from up high
  • Disabled access
  • Exclusive hire of whole venue
  • Dancing
  • Wedding licence
  • Dancing permitted
  • Live bands permitted
  • Asian catering
  • Kosher catering
  • Live bands permitted

Venue Sustainability accreditation

No Green Meetings or Greengage accreditations for this venue.

The Lighterman address, travel directions, and parking information

Underground
  Nearest tube stations
  • King's Cross
Airports
  Nearest airports
  • London City (7.4 miles)
  • London Heathrow (15.7 miles)
Alternatively, please email us
or call us on 0207 870 9305.