The Jugged Hare

Location & Setting: Tucked away at the edge of the bustling City of London, near Barbican and Moorgate stations, The Jugged Hare offers a beautiful and relaxed traditional pub setting with a focus on exceptional British food and wine. Located within the Grade II-listed old Whitbread Brewery, the venue boasts charming decor, including exposed brick walls, vaulted ceilings, and eclectic taxidermy.   Culinary Excellence: At the heart of The Jugged Hare is a commitment to award-winning cuisine. The focus is on using the finest seasonal British ingredients, highlighting game, foraging, and wild food with provenance and sustainability as core principles. A daily changing menu ensures a fresh and exciting culinary experience for your guests.   Versatile Event Spaces: The Jugged Hare provides flexible options for private events. The stunning Josephine Room, with its unique decor and capacity for up to 75 standing or 50 seated guests, is perfect for private dining, intimate weddings, and celebrations. Semi-private areas like the comfortable Gourmet Booth (up to 34 seated) and informal "Booking a Barrel" spots (up to 15 standing) offer more intimate settings within the main pub atmosphere. For larger events, the Whole Venue can be hired exclusively, accommodating up to 220 standing guests.   Catering and Drink Packages: Delight your attendees with the venue's excellent in-house catering. Options include elegant canapés for receptions, substantial bowl food, generous sharing platters, and comprehensive buffet-style meals, which are available upon request. The drinks offering is equally impressive, with an extensive wine list (including a walk-in wine room), a selection of British cask ales, craft cocktails, and various Drinks Packages (account bars, bespoke options, cash bars, and drinks receptions) to perfectly complement your event. Please note that external catering is not permitted.   Amenities for a Seamless Event: The Jugged Hare is equipped with amenities to ensure a smooth and enjoyable event, including Wi-Fi, AV equipment, a projector, flipchart, storage space, and a PA system with a microphone. The venue also benefits from a late license, allowing celebrations to continue until 2 am. Accessible restrooms and wheelchair access are available. While there is no private parking on-site, public parking options are available nearby, and the venue is conveniently located close to The Montcalm London City Hotel for guest accommodation.   Choose The Jugged Hare for a distinctively British event experience in the City of London, combining exceptional food and wine with a relaxed pub atmosphere and versatile private hire spaces.