A great cocktail party isn’t just about the drinks, it’s about the atmosphere, the conversations, and the kind of setting that makes everyone want to stay just a little longer. Wandsworth Borough has many stylish cocktail party venues, from Battersea’s riverside lounges to the private bars of Clapham Junction, each providing something unique. Want a venue where the mixologists know your guests by name? Or a venue that won’t call last orders before the fun even starts? Some spots even offer cocktail-making classes so you can turn the night into an experience. Finding the right venue should be just as smooth as the drinks. With Tagvenue, you can compare spaces, check availability, and book in just a few clicks.
Booking costs of cocktail 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 Wandsworth Borough, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £300 | to £1100 | minimum spend per event |
| From £12 | to £30 | per person |
| From £20 | to £100 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Hendrix Room at Blame Gloria Clapham Junction
in Battersea - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We were also able to decorate the room as much as we liked. The music was a varied fun mix of popular music.’
The Whole Venue at Simul Place
in Earlsfield - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend this venue and would happily book again.’
Lounge Bar private hire at Lost Society (Battersea SW11)
in Battersea - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘venue, food, drinks and staff were all amazing.’
You'll find cocktail 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 Wandsworth Borough, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £1100 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Pub | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 75 and 150 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1100 minimum spend per event | typically between 90 and 120 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £750 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
| Lounge | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 80 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 130 guests |
Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Wandsworth Borough, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
La Fiesta Bar at Azteca Battersea, rated 5/5 - bar for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Rohan was amazing on the day, the best bartender and made sure we all had the best time!’
Cairn's at The Red Setter, rated 4.5/5 - event space for 35 guests
Our user said: ‘The area for our event had its own side of the bar which worked well.’
The Studio at Exhibit, rated 4.6/5 - function room for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend to anyone looking to hire a private space!’
Cheap cocktail party venues in Wandsworth Borough start from £100 hire fee per day or £100 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
The Whole Venue at Simul Place, from £100 hire fee per day
(up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend this venue and would happily book again.’
The Fish Tank at East Putney Tavern, from £100 minimum spend per event
(up to 20 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We had the space at the back of the pub, downstairs leading into the garden.’
ARTS & CRAFTS at The Purple Owl, from £10 per person
(up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: We also have a full PA system, perfect for live performances, speeches, or presentations. Our cocktail and wine bar features six beers on draft alongside a carefully curated drinks selection.
Page last updated in September 2026
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