Eastcheap Records

Part music venue, part cocktail bar, part event space — Eastcheap Records occupies a grand 1883 building near Monument station where live music runs six nights a week and the vinyl-clad interiors create atmosphere that most City bars have to manufacture from scratch. The largest of the Records group venues, it takes 450 for full hire and charges no hire fee — minimum spend only.

A City Venue With Genuine Music Credentials

The Records brand was built on live music, and the Eastcheap location takes that seriously. Funk, soul, and jazz sessions fill the regular programme, supported by DJs and a rotating roster of musicians who know the venue intimately. For private events, that roster becomes available for hire — professional entertainment that understands the space, the PA, and the audience, without the uncertainty of booking external acts.

Backstage — The Private Hire Space

Through the main room's energy, Backstage operates as a self-contained event space — 150 standing, 75 seated, with its own independent bar, full PA, projector, and stage. This is where the serious private hire happens: Christmas parties, corporate events, client entertainment, panel discussions. The events team builds bespoke packages covering cocktails, food (pizzas, canapés, sharing plates), and live entertainment.

Character Without Production Budget

The 1883 building, vinyl records, rock artwork, and red neon signage create a venue that photographs well and feels distinctive on arrival. For event planners, that means reduced styling spend — the venue's character is the decoration. The 2am licence, no-hire-fee model, and Monument station proximity round out a practical package for City events that want energy and personality over corporate polish.