The Fable

  • Region
    City of London
  • Listing type
    Venue
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About this Venue

Discover enchantment at The Fable on iconic Holborn Viaduct, where fairytale-inspired interiors create an unforgettable setting for your wedding. This three-storey venue showcases uniquely charming spaces—each with its own character and elegance for celebrations of all sizes, from ceremony to dining and party. With full flexibility to hire the entire venue exclusively, The Fable is a sophisticated sanctuary perfect for your special day. The venue features floor-to-ceiling windows with captivating views across Holborn Viaduct, three bars, a dedicated dancefloor with contemporary AV capabilities, and a dedicated events team committed to curating every detail to make your wedding day as magical as the spaces themselves.

Venue highlights

  • Comprehensive event support from the experienced Drake & Morgan weddings team
  • Fantastic views across Holborn Viaduct and photography options
  • Convenient drink options for groups, competitively priced wedding menus and creative event add-on options

Venue capacities

  • Up to 300 standing
  • Up to 150 dining
  • Up to 150 ceremony

Venue hire types & pricing

Available hire types

  • Wedding package

Package pricing

  • Wedding package from £14,000

catering & drinks

  • In-house bar
  • In-house catering

facilities

Amenities

  • Music speakers/standard PA
  • Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

licensing

  • Civil ceremony wedding license
  • 01:00 weekend licensing closing time
  • Licensing extension available

Latest venue reviews

  • The Fable is rated 4/5 from 1801 reviews
  • Rechelle Samantha

    Warm environment.
    -Ok service
    -Cold food but exciting concept menu. Only thing hot on my plate were the fries.
    Very small glass of prosecco, if you’re going the beer looks like a better choice.
    I came to try the £24.99 Reef Beef and Bubble and was served the meal withing 20 mins of arriving.

    2 months ago
  • Rahul Srivastava

    I recently visited a lovely pub with an excellent selection of both drinks and food. The menu offered a variety of options, and everything we tried was delicious. There are both indoor and outdoor seating areas, making it a comfortable spot to enjoy a meal or a drink regardless of the weather.

    During lunchtime, the atmosphere was quiet and relaxed, perfect for a calm meal. However, it becomes lively and bustling in the evening, which adds to the vibrant charm of the place. Overall, a great spot for both casual lunches and energetic evening gatherings.

    a month ago
  • OASIS LIMOS KENT 24 HOUR LIMO SERVICE

    Just had an amazing time today at the Fable, This is the second year now we have attended Brunch with Martin Kemp.
    Highly recommend this place, great afternoon spent with hits of the 80’s , with Martin kemp on the decks
    Our waitress Sylvia was totally amazing and done a fantastic job, so polite and really went out her way to make sure we were happy
    5 star service

    4 months ago
  • D Tailor

    Recently attended a conference, and overall, it was a great experience. The venue was really flexible, with different spaces spread across three floors, which suited our event nicely. The layout made it easy for people to move around comfortably, and the catering options worked well for our group. The staff were also helpful, making sure everything ran smoothly without any fuss. I’d happily recommend The Fable if you’re planning something similar.

    a year ago
  • Martin Buršík

    Very nice restaurant environment, looks fancy. Interesting dishes to choose from. Pleasant service. The only downside is the 12,5% ​​tax already included in the price.

    9 months ago

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