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Our Spaces
For every occasion.
With our gorgeous bar, stunning social spaces & dining areas stretching over two floors as well as a hidden alcove & cosy alfresco terrace, The Drift is the perfect place to escape the everyday hustle & bustle of the city. Browse the available spaces below and get in touch with our lovely team to book your favourite.
Pontoon
This area is tucked away in the corner of the restaurant area to provide privacy but still allows you to enjoy the atmosphere of the bar & restaurant. Our mixology station sits nicely in this area making it perfect for celebrations & drinks parties.
Space Specs
Capacity
Standing - 50
Seated - 26
Seated - 26


Recommended for drinks parties & celebrations
First Floor Hire
For large drinks parties & receptions, corporate events or big birthday parties, hire the whole of our first floor. Complete with its own bar & open kitchen, this flexible space is great for any large event.
Space Specs
Capacity
Standing - 250



Recommended for corporate events, large drinks receptions & celebrations
The Cabana
A tucked-away private space for intimate gatherings or business meetings. In between the ground & first floor, this is the ideal spot for when you need a little more privacy.
Space Specs
Capacity
Standing - 12


Recommended for meetings & intimate gatherings
The Nook
Nestled by the open kitchen, the nook is a semi-private space perfect for intimate dinners, small drinks parties with colleagues or friends & relaxed occasions or meetings.
Space Specs
Capacity
Seated - 14
Standing - 25
Standing - 25


Recommended for meetings, small drinks parties, intimate dinners
Restaurant
A space to call your own in the heart of the city. You can reserve our restaurant area for large lunch or dinner events, conferences or big breakfasts.
Space Specs
Capacity
Sitting - 80
Standing - 200
Standing - 200



Recommended for large sit down events
Full Venue
Expanding over two floors, featuring two fully equipped bars, an open kitchen on the first floor, a cosy cabana & AV equipment available, The Drift can be hired for large corporate events, big parties, conferences & everyting in between.
Space Specs
Capacity
Standing - 300





Recommended for completely private parties, large events, weddings & conferences

Bespoke Events Solutions
Couldn't find what you were looking for?
We provide flexible and bespoke solutions for your event, whatever the occasion. Get in touch to see how we can help.

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