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The Running Horse Aldgate

Welcome to The Running Horse in Aldgate, just a stone's throw from Aldgate East station and ready to be your new local in the City. We're here for the after-work pints, the birthday celebrations, the team drinks that run late, and those lazy Sunday afternoons when cooking feels like too much effort.  Settle into one of our semi-private spots with a craft beer or a well-made cocktail, tuck into rotisserie chicken or a proper smash burger, and on Sundays, let us sort you out with a roast that's worth the trip. Whatever brings you through the door, we've got the space, the drinks, and the food to make it good.
OPEN UNTIL 11PM TONIGHT
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Parties & Events

Looking for a space? Grab a semi-private spot in the pub, or take the whole place. From low-key get-togethers to full venue takeovers, we'll handle the food, the drinks, with flexible menus and packages shaped around whatever you've got in the calendar.

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Private Functions

Up to 200 guests
Bespoke menus
Hire the Full Venue
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Semi-Private Spaces

From 10 to 80 guests
Bespoke Menus
Semi Private Spaces
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