A bright and contemporary venue in West London, No 197 Chiswick Fire Station is a stylish choice for everything from private celebrations to corporate events. Housed in a converted former fire station, it blends industrial character with modern warmth, creating a flexible backdrop for dinners, drinks receptions, meetings and parties.
The interior is light and inviting, featuring floor to ceiling windows, exposed steel beams and soft industrial lighting. A large wraparound bar anchors the space, while wooden banquet tables, neutral tones and greenery add a relaxed feel. There is also an outdoor terrace ideal for summer gatherings or pre-dinner drinks.
Hire options cater to a range of event types. Semi private areas seat 60 or host 70 standing, perfect for smaller celebrations, networking or team socials. For larger occasions, exclusive hire provides full use of the venue for 90 seated or 250 standing, giving your guests private access to the bar and dining areas. The venue also offers Wi-Fi and video conferencing, making it suitable for meetings, daytime workshops and hybrid events.
Food and drink can be tailored to your event style. Canapes such as buttermilk fried chicken sliders, roast beef and mini Yorkshire puddings and truffle cheese toasties are ideal for parties. Sharing boards and bowl food offer a more relaxed dining option, while two or three course set menus feature dishes like roasted chicken supreme, coconut prawn curry or pan roasted gnocchi, followed by desserts such as limoncello cheesecake.
For something more casual, drinks and light bite packages provide a more informal option. A bespoke bartender can create cocktails to order and the drinks list includes wines, beers and soft drinks. With excellent links from Turnham Green and Chiswick Park, No 197 Chiswick Fire Station offers a versatile and welcoming venue option in West London.