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Hire The Lighterman - a flexible space for memorable events in London

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Welcome to The Lighterman, a contemporary pub and dining room at Granary Square, the canalside heart of King’s Cross. With three stunning floors, wrap-around terraces, a bar along the towpath and all day casual dining and drinking, The Lighterman is the perfect spot, open every day.

The Lighterman effortlessly accommodates up to 190 seated and 700 standing guests. Exclusive hire is arranged over 3 floors including 3 long bars, a panoramic terrace and 2 additional terraces on Granary Square and Regent’s Canal.

The Lighterman is available for exclusive hire on an occasional basis, making for a truly metropolitan setting for weddings, birthdays and brand launches Its multifaceted spaces offer a dynamic opportunity to create an unforgettable event.

First Floor Dining Room With floor-to-ceiling glass walls and an abundance of natural light, the first-floor dining room is a versatile space to host a variety of events. The wraparound terrace offers panoramic views across Granary Square and Regent’s Canal. We can accomodate 60 guests seated or 100-150 guests standing for drinks and canapes.

The Canalside Bar & Terrace Located on the tranquil towpath of Regent’s Canal, the Canalside Bar & Terrace is available for exclusive hire. Whether for lunch or dinner, cocktails or canapés, this stylish waterside location sets the scene for an unforgettable event.

The Canalside Bar An indoor section of the Canalside Bar can be booked for more casual yet intimate gatherings, networking events and corporate lunch meetings.

Ground Floor Long Table The Ground Floor Long Table is set in a commanding position in the buzzy ground floor bar overlooking Regent’s Canal – perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner.

We’re on hand to help you create something memorable and really rather special. Get in touch with us below as we’d love to hear from you, no matter the occasion or budget.

events@thelighterman.co.uk

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Room & Venue Capacities

First Floor Dining Room

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

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
  • 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 (15.8 miles)
Alternatively, please email us
or call us on 0207 870 9305.