Clapham’s beer gardens range from spacious, greenery-filled patios to heated terraces that keep the party going year-round. Some spots offer private hire for group celebrations, with exclusive bars and covered seating areas. Others provide large open-air spaces perfect for casual drinks with friends. Many spaces offer a mix of craft beers, cocktails, and seasonal food menus, while a few venues add entertainment with live DJs or sports screenings. Fire pits, festoon lighting, and flexible layouts make these spots great for every kind of celebration. Browse our top picks here!
The cost of beer gardens averages around £1000 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Clapham, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £500 | to £4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £30 | per person |
| From £130 | to £250 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
Lost Garden private hire at Lost Society (Battersea SW11)
in Battersea - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Overall, the venue is lovely, the staff helpful and the value for money on the booking was fantastic.’
The Secret Garden at Exhibit
in Balham - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Also thank you to Gabriel who supported us at the bar. Really great venue to host your event! THANK YOU!!’
Garden at Esquires Coffee Balham
in Balham - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Thank you Esquires! I hired the venue for our football christmas social and we had a great time!’
You'll find beer gardens 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 Clapham, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £130 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in December 2025
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