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Top 40th Birthday Party Venues in South London
Your 20s were wild, your 30s were a blur—now it’s time to party smarter, not harder! South London has the perfect spot for your 40th, yes we're talking classy cocktail bars in Clapham, sports pub in Peckham, or private dining spaces in Dulwich. Maybe even a party hall in Greenwich for that “grown-up but still fun” touch? Or a cool brewery in Bermondsey where craft beer meets good company? Whatever your style, we've got the best places to celebrate this milestone—because turning 40 deserves more than just a dinner reservation. Ready to make some memories? Let’s find your perfect 40th birthday party venues.
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![Lounge Bar private hire at Lost Society (Battersea SW11) in Battersea, South London]()
from £500
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80 guestsLost Society (Battersea SW11)Battersea, South LondonKKatie
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![The Studio at Exhibit in Balham, South London]()
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minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Studio
50 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, South London
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GGreat S.
“I hired the studio for my birthday party and overall the experience was great!” -
![Lost Garden at Lost Society (Battersea SW11) in Battersea, South London]()
from £1100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLost Garden
120 guestsLost Society (Battersea SW11)Battersea, South LondonVVik P.
“Had my 50th Birthday party there 2 weeks ago Saturday night..Hired the quirky House Party room....” -
![Living Room Place whole venue at The Living Room Place Furzedown Venue in Tooting, South London]()
from £60
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLiving Room Place whole venue
60 guestsThe Living Room Place Furzedown VenueTooting, South London
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DDiana T.
“Was wonderful for a surprise birthday party. Small kitchen but well equipped. Spacious venue.” -
![Downstairs Space at East Putney Tavern in Putney, South London]()
from £100
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityDownstairs Space
60 guestsEast Putney TavernEast Putney StationPutney, South London
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AAmelia A.
“A lot of space, easy to book, value for money, good location, good atmosphere” -
![The Gallery at Exhibit in Balham, South London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gallery
100 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, South London
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SShabana B.
“The venue was amazing and the staff were lovely! They made my night amazing.” -
![Gazebo Garden at The Glasshouse in New Malden, South London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGazebo Garden
120 guestsThe GlasshouseNew Malden, South LondonLLucy H.
“We came to the glasshouse and hired the gazebo for my daughters 18th and husbands 50th birthday party.” -
![Semi-Exclusive Main Bar at Lost Society (Battersea SW11) in Battersea, South London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Exclusive Main Bar
50 guestsLost Society (Battersea SW11)Battersea, South LondonTThina N.
“The venue and staff were absolutely phenomenal, magnificent, marvellous and made my birthday feel so magical.” -
![Pirates Cave at Sugar Cane in Battersea, South London]()
from £50
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPirates Cave
25 guestsSugar CaneClapham Junction StationBattersea, South London
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OOlivia T.
“I am definitely looking forward to booking for my birthday again next year.” -
![South West Eleven at South West Eleven in Battersea, South London]()
from £1800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilitySouth West Eleven
100 guestsSouth West ElevenBattersea, South LondonDDaniel R.
“Venue has a great club/party vibe with plenty of dancefloor space and seating for guests.” -
![Upstairs Room at Esquires Coffee Balham in Balham, South London]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUpstairs Room
40 guestsEsquires Coffee BalhamBalham StationBalham, South LondonIIsabel L.
“My friends had a great time. On another note, we could play music we love which made my birthday perfect!” -
![Boutique Cinema at Exhibit in Balham, South London]()
from £225
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBoutique Cinema
25 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, South London
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SShoney S.
“I hosted a birthday party for my daughter, and everyone had a wonderful time.”
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Enjoy South London's Small 40th Birthday Venues
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“We had lots of compliments on the food and the downstairs area was perfect to hold a small party”
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“The bus was for my daughter's 21st Birthday party and nothing was too much trouble for the team.”
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Book One of South London's Cheap Places to Have a 40th Birthday Party
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“We were all very impressed, thank you!! Would definitely book here again.”
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“Good communication and customer service. Booking is easy.”
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“I will certainly be recommending The Lighthouse to any other friends wishing to have a party!”
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“Drinks prices and atmosphere were really good for being in Battersea.”
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Celebrate at Top Restaurants for 40th Birthday Parties
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“Quick and easy to book, all necessary information provided, helpful and polite”
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Throw an Unforgettable 40th Birthday Party at One of These Bars
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“Venue is very cool and perfect size for intimate party. Bar staff and doormen all super friendly.”
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“Had a lot of fun for my 30th with about 40 people. They let us book half the bar”
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“Lovely decor of the room, enough seating and liked being able to have own music/bar”
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“Incredible venue for a private party. Staff were amazing and food was plentiful and delicious.”
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“Complimentary champagne for our birthday booking. Venue is great fun and lovely drinks!!”
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FAQs about Top 40th Birthday Party Venues in South London
Booking costs of 40th birthday party venues average £500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in South London, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £500 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £60 | to £100 | hire fee per hour |
| From £200 | to £800 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
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Downstairs Space at East Putney Tavern in Putney - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Lucky for me Putney Tavern had the upper floor restaurant still available to hire out.’ -
Lounge Bar private hire at Lost Society (Battersea SW11) in Battersea - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Had my 50th Birthday party there 2 weeks ago Saturday night..Hired the quirky House Party room....’ -
Living Room Place whole venue at The Living Room Place Furzedown Venue in Tooting - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Very good communication with the owner. Was wonderful for a surprise birthday party.’
You'll find 40th birthday party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in South London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 100 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
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