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Partying in 40's style...

Dear askhat,

I wanted to ask you if you could ever came across what would make a great location for a 40s theme party. Somewhere a bit homely / shabby / retro and not too expensive. I am trying to organise a party and struggling to find the perfect spot. I realise I might have to compromise as what I want probably doesn't exist but still... Wanted to have the party next month but at this rate it might have to be later in the year.
All suggestions welcome.

Love

K.


Dear K,
What about the Rivoli Ballroom, just opposite Crofton Park train station in SE4 - very cool, totally 40's/50's and I don't think it's horribly expensive. The main hall is very big, but apparently they have a half size one too at the back and the bar is fabulously well priced. Talk to Bill @ The Rivoli on 020 8692 5130. No website of it's own, but lots of pictures on other people's websites...

Hoxton hall is another possibility as well. It's got a range of rooms, again for hire and not fearfully expensive. The website is:

http://www.hoxtonhall.co.uk


For more tongue in cheek 40's - and not much work for you, try the Bloomsbury Bowling alley. It's not as shabby, or as realistically atmospheric, and it will probably be much more expensive by the time you factor in drinks etc. Their website is:

http://www.bloomsburybowling.com

I hope this helps - and if anyone else has any suggestions, please do add them.

askhat