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Big Penny Social, Summer Garden With Event Space

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1 Priestley Way, London, E17 6AL - 

  • Credit card

    From
    £5000 min spend

  • Users

    Up to
    700 guests

  • Table with chairs

    Offers
    catering

  • Delivery truck

    Internal Catering
    allowed

About Venue

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 large LED screens.

Big Penny Social's Garden is East London’s largest beer garden, offering a sun-soaked retreat perfect for any occasion. This expansive outdoor space is thoughtfully designed to provide both comfort and atmosphere, featuring lush greenery, stylish parasol umbrellas for shade, and a dedicated shipping container bar serving up a fantastic selection of drinks. A full audio setup ensures an unbeatable ambiance, whether you're enjoying a laid-back afternoon or a high-energy evening with DJs and live bands.

With its own private entrance, space for up to 400 guests, and three-phase power, the garden is fully equipped to host everything from lively celebrations and birthdays to corporate events and summer parties.

For added convenience, the garden has direct access to our indoor Beer Hall and Event Space, allowing for a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor areas or providing a reliable backup in case of unpredictable weather. Whether you’re looking to hire a section or the entire space, we offer flexible catering options, including in-house dining, BBQs, or food trucks, ensuring a tailored experience that meets your event needs.

Experience the ultimate garden venue in East London, designed to make your event truly unforgettable.

Capacity & Layout

Standing

Standing

up to 700

Dining

Dining

up to 250

Theatre

Theatre

up to 500

Cabaret

Cabaret

up to 300

Classroom

Classroom

up to 300

Pricing
& Opening Hours

Weekly schedule
  • monday

    10:00 - 24:00

  • tuesday

    10:00 - 24:00

  • wednesday

    10:00 - 24:00

  • thursday

    10:00 - 24:00

  • friday

    10:00 - 24:00

  • saturday

    10:00 - 24:00

  • sunday

    10:00 - 24:00

Price type:
  • from £3000 per day

  • from £3000 per day

  • from £3000 per day

  • from £3000 per day

  • from £3000 per day

  • from £3000 per day

  • from £3000 per day

Food & Beverage

Catering arrangements

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Refreshments

Alcohol

Alcohol

Facilities & Amenities

Cloakroom

Cloakroom

Disabled access

Disabled access

Heating

Heating

Lectern

Lectern

Natural light

Natural light

Outdoor / Garden / Beach

Outdoor / Garden / Beach

Print/Scan/Copy

Print/Scan/Copy

Stage

Stage

Table / chairs included

Table / chairs included

Tea

Tea

Premises parking

Premises parking

Audio & Visual

Sound system

Sound system

Microphone

Microphone

Projector & screen

Projector & screen

TV screen

TV screen

WiFi

WiFi

Space Rules

Allowed events

ticketedEvents

Promoted/ticketed events

alcoholLicense

Licensed for alcohol

Attendee Minimum Age

18

Cancellation policy

50% refundable 7 days before the event

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Reviews

  • peter burke
    July 2025

    What an atmosphere tonight. It's the place for celebrating when England women win. Brass band were sensational. So pleased the penalty was given.

  • Tanya Lake
    August 2025

    Massive industrial warehouse. Big bar. Order food from qr table. Pizza, fries, etc. food good. Vast outside space. On our visit they had created a beach (Walthamstow on Sea). Lots of events. Great place for family fun and large gatherings.

  • David O
    June 2025

    Hi Big Penny Social, I just wanted to share some honest feedback about the recent Aperol Beach Party — unfortunately, it ended up being a real letdown. The event didn’t open until 6:30pm, half an hour late. When we finally got in, there was no ice available for the first hour, so the complimentary Aperol drinks couldn’t be served. Instead, we purchased warm lemonade. Even more frustrating, the beach bar was charging £7.50 for two small 150ml cans of the warm lemonade — about half a pint. Later on, we were able to get two full pints with ice for £7.40 inside the venue. Why such a huge difference in price and quality? We had to return those pints, too, because they tasted like water — though, to be fair, they were replaced without fuss. The entertainment didn’t match what was advertised either. The DJ started much later than expected, and the music at the start was awful indie — not the soulful house, soul, and funk that was promised. The decent music kicked in gone 7pm, and even then the sound was distorted through the speakers. Overall, it didn’t deliver what was promoted. I usually really enjoy this venue, but this event felt chaotic and disorganised. The one saving grace was we met some lovely people on the night but unfortunately virtually no atmosphere there. But I genuinely can’t understand how things went so wrong. I’m coming along to one of your comedy nights soon and really hope it’s better run. If this is the standard for events, it’s no surprise there were so few people there — maybe around 50? It’s such an amazing space with real potential. I’ve worked with clubs and venues for decades, and honestly, this place deserves better promoters and entertainment managers to do it justice.

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