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15 minutes from Watford
Venue HireNear Watford
If every function room in Watford feels like a hotel conference suite, come 15 minutes down the road. Fire & Ice in Hatch End is a premium cocktail bar and Mediterranean restaurant with two private VIP lounges, exclusive hire for up to 120 guests, a resident DJ and a late licence.
We reply to every enquiry within 24 hours. Hire is arranged on a minimum-spend basis — tell us your date and numbers and we'll confirm the options.
Why host at Fire & Ice
A proper night out
Cocktail bar, restaurant kitchen, DJ and lighting — not a blank hall or a hotel suite.
Private lounges or exclusive hire
15–30 and 30–60 in the VIP lounges, or 120 with the whole venue.
Direct trains from Watford Junction
Hatch End station is on the Overground line from Watford Junction, a short walk from the venue.
Late finish, free parking
Open until 12:45 AM on Fridays and Saturdays, with free on-street parking after 6:30 PM.
A party venue for Watford, Bushey and Rickmansworth
Fire & Ice gives groups from Watford, Bushey, Oxhey, Carpenders Park and Rickmansworth a private-hire option that feels like a night out in town: art deco lounges, signature cocktails, a Mediterranean menu with halal options, and a resident DJ. Two VIP lounges cover 15–30 and 30–60 guests, and exclusive hire of the whole venue — including the heated terrace — takes up to 120.
We host birthdays, engagements, baby showers, corporate dinners and office Christmas parties, with a dedicated event host who manages menus, pre-orders and the running order so you don't have to.
Getting here from Watford
Fire & Ice is at 256 Uxbridge Road, Hatch End, HA5 4HS — around 15 minutes by car from Watford town centre via the A4008 or A409, and less from Bushey, Oxhey and Carpenders Park. By train, Hatch End station is on the London Overground line from Watford Junction, Bushey and Carpenders Park, and is a short walk from the venue.
Parking is free on and around Uxbridge Road after 6:30 PM and all day Sunday, with a public car park two minutes away.
Ideal for
- Birthday parties
- Engagement parties
- Office Christmas parties
- Corporate dinners
- Private dining
- Baby showers
Our Spaces
Three ways to hire Fire & Ice
15–30 guests
Small VIP Lounge
An intimate, fully private lounge with its own seating, sound and lighting — ideal for seated dinners and close-knit celebrations.
- Private dining for 15–30
- Small birthday dinners
- Team dinners
- Baby showers
30–60 guests
Main VIP Lounge
Our larger private lounge with art deco styling, a full AV system and space to move between dinner, drinks and dancing.
- Birthday parties
- Engagement parties
- Office Christmas parties
- Corporate dinners
Up to 120 guests
Exclusive Venue Hire
Take over the whole of Fire & Ice — restaurant, cocktail bar, both lounges and the heated terrace with its retractable roof.
- Large celebrations
- Company parties
- Product launches
- Milestone birthdays
Capacities are a guide — seated dinners, standing receptions and mixed formats change the numbers. Tell us how you want the night to run and we'll recommend the right space.
Check Your Date
Tell us the date, numbers and occasion — our events team will reply within 24 hours with availability and options.
Every booking includes
- Dedicated event host from enquiry to last drink
- Bespoke Mediterranean set menus, canapés and sharing platters — halal options available
- Cocktail, wine and drinks packages from our full bar
- Full AV system with speakers, microphone and mood lighting
- Resident DJ Nass available, or bring your own DJ or entertainment
- Bring your own celebration cake — we plate and present it
What Hosts Say
Events our guests still talk about
“We booked the VIP lounge for my wife's 40th and it was flawless. The team went above and beyond — DJ Nass had everyone on the dancefloor and the food was incredible.”
“Had my birthday here last month and it was the best night! The private hire package was great value, the food was delicious, and DJ Nass absolutely smashed it.”
Venue Hire Watford FAQs
How far is Fire & Ice from Watford?
About 15 minutes by car from Watford town centre, and a short London Overground ride from Watford Junction, Bushey or Carpenders Park to Hatch End station.
How many guests can you host?
From 15 in our small VIP lounge to 60 in the main lounge, and up to 120 guests with exclusive hire of the whole venue.
Can we have a DJ and stay late?
Yes. Our resident DJ Nass is available, or bring your own, and we're open until 12:45 AM on Fridays and Saturdays.
Is there a hire fee?
Our lounges are booked on a minimum-spend basis rather than a fixed room fee; the figure depends on the day, time and space. Tell us your date and numbers and we'll confirm the options.
Do you cater for halal and vegetarian guests?
Yes — halal, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available across our Mediterranean menu, and your event host will collect dietary requirements in advance.
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