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Cell Block Two-One-Two

London Private Hire Venue

Hidden behind unassuming shutters on London’s Hackney Road lies Cell Block Two-One-Two, a secret speakeasy prison that promises to be one of London’s most unique private venue hires. In what looks and feels like a genuine prison cell, Alcotraz makes for an incredible location for any private event, whether it’s a private celebration, or an unusual photoshoot. Whatever you’re hosting, get in touch and have our team help arrange your event.

"This was such a good night and one of the best parties I've ever had. It felt like being in a really well done speakeasy basement bar prison. I would never have guessed a prison would become such a great party venue but I'd happily attend a private event here again! Thanks again to all the staff who took care of us."
James DesignMyNight
"When we were booking our next corporate event we really didn't know what to expect when the collective voted for Alcotraz. Some of our work force prefer a traditional pub and craft beers but we were so surprised! It's one of the best private bars you can hire in London. Top venue, great with guests and the show is brilliant! Thanks for making our London office feel so welcome! We'll be booking more corporate events with you in the future."
Anita Google
"Put visit in to Alcotraz as part of your Birthday agenda! One of the best events I've done. We got bowl food brought into the venue and we were put in our own private rooms (cells) while the bar visited regularly with great drinks and the show was amazing. All our guests said they would do it again 100%. One of the best bars in London and well worth using as an event space."
Sam TripAdvisor
"Private bars are supposed to be like this! We came from a live bands event also in East London and our guests much preferred getting locked up in prison. We had every drink tailored to us and the bar were amazing at letting us know what each cocktail was. The actors were also great at bringing us into an American prison and out of London. If you are looking to book a private hire in London do it here."
Shayne DesignMyNight

Not your average night out

Your next celebration just got criminal. Alcotraz Penitentiary’s London location is a truly unique venue with a rich and thematic aesthetic perfect for any event. Our London private venue hire is suited for special occasions, a prison block birthday party, or your next corporate event!

Unlike crowded bars, Alcotraz puts you centre stage. Step into our highly realistic jail cell sets, complete with orange jumpsuits, and become part of our legendary story. From the moment you arrive, the entire Alcotraz team – many of them professional and trained actors – will work to bring your your private event to life before your very eyes with incredible and hilarious entertainment. No two experiences are the same – it’s different every time you step through the metal detector – with you and your guests becoming the main characters in an ever-changing storyline.

Capacity

The entire Penitentiary can be privately hired up to a maximum of 165 inmates, or you can privately hire an individual Cell Block of up to 55 inmates.

Private Cell Block – up to 55 inmates.

Entire Penitentiary – up to 165 inmates.

Visiting Hours:

Monday to Friday – Available for hire all day and evening.
Saturday – No options for hire.
Sunday – Available for hire all day and evening.

Private Hire Options

Choose one of our 4 options for hire based on the duration you would like and whether you would like an all-inclusive package or would rather smuggle your own alcohol.

1 Hour 45 Minute Hire

Option 1

All Inclusive:

1 hour 45 minute immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists.

4 cocktails / drinks included from the prison canteen.

£60 per person.

1 Hour 45 Minute Hire

Option 2

Smuggle-In Your Own Alcohol:

1 hour 45 minute immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists.

Smuggle in your own spirit bottles, beer and wine and the prison canteen will serve up to 4 cocktails/drinks for you.

£40 per person.

4 Hour Hire

Option 3

All Inclusive:

2 hour immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists. 4 cocktails / drinks included.

2 hour open venue hire to allow mingling between guests with a paid bar* and pizza.

£97 per person.

*If you would rather not have a paid bar there is the ability to pay for all drinks in advance.

4 Hour Hire

Option 4

Smuggle-In Your Own Alcohol:

2 hour immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists.

2 hour open venue hire to allow mingling between guests with pizza.

Smuggle in your own spirit bottles, beer and wine and the prison canteen will serve up to 6 cocktails/drinks for you.

£77 per person.

Extras

No matter what option you choose, feel free to let us know if you want to make the experience extra memorable by assigning anyone in your party their own unique character. Choose from the options of ‘the janitor’, ‘the mole’ or ‘the escape artist’ and watch them play out an integral part of the immersive storyline

For any option we would require to charge for a minimum of 40 guests, even if less attended.

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FAQs

For processing and conviction, we recommend that you wear light clothing as you will be required to wear a standard-issue Alcotraz orange jumpsuit (provided) for the duration of your stay.

Your experience will last 1 hour 45 minutes, and inmates will be provided with their own orange jumpsuit for the duration of their time behind bars. If you want to spend more time behind bars, with time to mingle and eat pizza, you may want to consider our private hire package, exclusively for large groups of 30+.

Our standard-issue Alcotraz jumpsuits cater to all inmates, with sizes ranging from XS to 4XL. Please note that you are free to wear your jumpsuit as you wish to make it more comfortable, such as tying the arms around your waist.

The inmates you come across behind bars are highly skilled mixologists, and they work best with smuggled spirits. But, if you prefer wine or beer, this can also be served to you… If you can get it past the Warden.

If drinking isn't your thing, don't worry. The Alcotraz experience is exactly the same for non-drinkers as a huge part of your time behind bars is the immersive storyline that unfolds around you where you can interact with the storylines and the actors. For those not drinking liquor, there is no need to smuggle anything in and instead, you will receive x 4 expertly crafted mocktails included within the ticket price!

Our London Cell Block is fully wheelchair accessible. If you’re attending with a wheelchair user, please contact us after your booking with your booking number.