Inception Group

Inception Group A fun and dynamic hospitality company owning a unique variety of bars, restaurants and clubs with immersive experiences in London. www.inception-group.com

Inception Group is a fun, creative and dynamic company founded in 2009 by entrepreneurs Charlie Gilkes and Duncan Stirling. The company operates a group of unique bar, restaurant and club concepts in South West and central London. As well as creating award winning venues, Inception Group deliver their unique and entertaining brands as immersive ‘pop-up’ experiences. For more information please email [email protected]

24/08/2026

Happy Monday from Inception Group 🙌

This is how we’re stepping into the new week😂

Let’s go. 🕺

☀️ Our biggest summer party yet...Last week, we closed all of our venues and took over Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern for a day...
17/08/2026

☀️ Our biggest summer party yet...
Last week, we closed all of our venues and took over Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern for a day of sunshine, live music, cocktails, canapés and celebrating the people who make Inception Group what it is. ❤️

All of our tream from Head Office to every one of our venues, came together for an unforgettable afternoon and made a little bit of history as the first ever private event at our newest Covent Garden venue.

Thinking about your next celebration? From summer parties and birthdays to corporate events, Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern is now available for exclusive hire, including our beautiful terrace for up to 250 people.

See you at the next one. 🥂

12/08/2026

We knew the question. They did not😂

*ok fine the real question was how would you handle a Zombie attack

**We welcome all new employees

join us🙌

🚪 The doors are open… to the NEW Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern.✨Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern has officially arrived inside the his...
30/07/2026

🚪 The doors are open… to the NEW Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern.✨

Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern has officially arrived inside the historic Covent Garden Market, and we can’t wait to welcome you.

From perfectly poured pints in the Guinness Saloon to courtyard cocktails, hearty British fare and post theatre tipples, our largest tavern is ready for your next gathering.

🍺 Guinness Saloon
🍽️ Famous Fish & Chips & all day dining
🍸 Covered courtyard terrace
🎭 Open daily from 11am until midnight

Raise a glass, pull up a chair and join us. Head over to Mr Fogg’s for more updates!

14/07/2026

The World Cup action continues at Inception Group🍻⚽️

🇫🇷 France v Spain 🇪🇸 | Tuesday 14th July, 8pm
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England v Argentina 🇦🇷 | Wednesday 15th July, 8pm

Showing live at the following venues:

Control Room B - Battersea
Cahoots Ticket Hall - Soho
Mr Fogg’s Tavern - Covent Garden
Mr Fogg’s Hat Tavern - Soho
Mr Fogg’s City Tavern - Liverpool Street
Mr Fogg’s Botanical Tavern - Fitzrovia

We’re showing all the action live with sound so gather your squad, grab a drink and get ready for 90 minutes of football, drama and unforgettable moments 🏆⚽️

15/06/2026

🍺 35 days. One adventurous opening 🍺 
A brand new Mr Fogg’s adventure is arriving in the heart of Covent Garden Market, where perfectly poured pints, curious cocktails and hearty British fare await.
And from the very first Guinness poured, our counter starts ticking…
Bookings are now open. Secure your place and be among the first to experience Mr Fogg’s most ambitious  tavern to date with a large covered courtyard.

We recently had the pleasure of visiting the Guinness Open Gate Brewery, right here in Covent Garden, and what an experi...
08/05/2026

We recently had the pleasure of visiting the Guinness Open Gate Brewery, right here in Covent Garden, and what an experience. 🍻

Greeted with a Guinness shot on arrival (the perfect welcome), we were taken on a journey through centuries of brewing history. The brewery stands on the site of Combe & Co., an 18th-century brewing powerhouse that was at the centre of Covent Garden’s booming porter district, a revolution that played an integral role in the Guinness story as we know it today.

From the immersive tour of the brewing factory to learning the craft behind their range of IPAs, every detail was thoughtfully brought to life. And to top it all off? We got to pour our own Guinness at the end. 🙌

A huge thank you to the team for having us, we left inspired, informed, and maybe just a little full of Guinness. We’ll be back! 👏

A huge congratulations to Jack Watson, our GM at Cahoots, who completed his second London Marathon! 🏃🎉Jack ran in suppor...
07/05/2026

A huge congratulations to Jack Watson, our GM at Cahoots, who completed his second London Marathon! 🏃🎉

Jack ran in support of Kelly’s Cause Foundation, our mental health partner and a truly incredible organisation. Kelly’s Cause provides tools and training to help hospitality businesses better support mental health in the workplace, and it’s work we’re incredibly proud to champion.

Every pound Jack raised will help subsidise this vital training for businesses that might not otherwise be able to access it. We couldn’t be prouder, Jack, an amazing achievement for an amazing cause. 👏

06/05/2026

We will now be operating some of the best cocktail bars in London from 📍Work.Life Holborn, 20 Red Lion St London, United Kingdom

Goodbye Neal’s Yard, you were lovely ✨

05/05/2026

The shaker is officially in your hands. 🍹✨

Our annual IG Cocktail Competition is LIVE and Stage One starts right now at your venue. Hourly staff, this is your moment to represent your team, unleash your creativity, and tell your story through a signature serve.

Here’s what you need to create:
🍸 An Inception Group Contemporary Classic Remix - a fresh, modern twist on an approved classic cocktail, featuring one portfolio base spirit
🥤 A Non-Alcoholic version of your cocktail

Judging at this stage is all about flavour, this means balance, taste, and quality. Every detail counts, from your garnish and glassware to the story behind your drink.

A few things to keep in mind:
✅ All ingredients must come from approved suppliers, keep it realistic and cost it accurately
✅ Save your recipe!
✅ Chat with your manager if you’d like to take part
📅 Deadline: Midday, Monday 22nd June

Bold, elegant, playful, nostalgic, unexpected, however you shake it, we want to taste what makes you, you. Dust off your best ideas, flex those flavour muscles, and get ready to shake things up. The best serve will win you a trip to Mexico! Good luck team, we can’t wait to see what you bring to the bar. 🏆

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Work. Life Holborn, 20 Red Lion Street
London
WC1R4PS

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 9pm

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