Superb food, service and attention to detail. Especially the extra area outside the private dining area that we used on arrival for drinks and canapés
Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Wandsworth Borough
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.
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from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge Bar Private hire
80 guestsLost Society (Battersea SW11)Battersea, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
VVik P.
“Had my 50th Birthday party there 2 weeks ago Saturday night..Hired the quirky House Party room....” -
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Secret Garden
100 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
KKate
“Easy location near the station. Bar has a happy hour on cocktails until 8pm which was appreciated by all!” -
from £1100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLost Garden private hire
120 guestsLost Society (Battersea SW11)Battersea, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
LLianne E.
“End of night music - cocktails were nice.” -
from £100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Whole Venue
100 guestsSimul PlaceEarlsfield, Wandsworth BoroughMMark J.
“Venue is very cool and perfect size for intimate party. Bar staff and doormen all super friendly.” -
from £100
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Exclusive Main Bar
200 guestsLost Society (Battersea SW11)Battersea, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
EErica C.
“Free to book was great. The area reserved for my party was great as it was semi-private.” -
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Hideaway
50 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
EEmily D.
“A fantastic team at this place! From the booking to being welcomed on the day to the staff in the bar.” -
from £800
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Mezzanine
80 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
SSarune R.
“Lovely staff, quick and easy booking! The venue itself was gorgeous would definitely come back here!” -
from £100
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityDownstairs Space
70 guestsEast Putney TavernEast Putney StationPutney, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
RRyan P.
“Would recommend to anyone looking to book for a party space for under 50 people!” -
from £45
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityChapel Room
70 guestsKatherine Low SettlementImperial Wharf StationBattersea, Wandsworth BoroughLLiz .
“Perfect location for any small event. Venue manager made the booking process very easy.” -
from £12
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMiddle Booth Area
75 guestsLOCKES Bar Clapham JunctionClapham Junction StationBattersea, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
LLeonora M.
“Nice and air conditioned on a hot day, and great cocktails and food.” -
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gallery
100 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
FFrancesca S.
“We also hired the karaoke room which was a lot of fun. The pizzas we preordered were great value and quality.” -
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLa Fiesta Bar
50 guestsAzteca BatterseaClapham Junction StationBattersea, Wandsworth Borough#Supervenue
NNagawa K.
“If you are thinking of hiring out their bar i definitely recommend and I’ll be back for sure!!”
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Wandsworth Borough
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 £1800 | minimum spend per event |
| From £12 | to £33 | per person |
| From £100 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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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.’ -
The Secret Garden at Exhibit in Balham - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Bar has a happy hour on cocktails until 8pm which was appreciated by all!’
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 (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 100 guests | prices average £800 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Pub | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 100 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1600 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 150 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £750 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 90 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 October 2026:
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Cairn's | Birthday party 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 4.7/5 - function room for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend to anyone looking to hire a private space!’ -
Secret Terrace at Vagabond Northcote Road, rated 4.9/5 - terrace for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Incredible venue for a private party.’
Cheap cocktail party venues in Wandsworth Borough start from £100 hire fee per day or £45 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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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.’ -
Chapel Room at Katherine Low Settlement, from £45 hire fee per hour (up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Was perfect for our event. The rates were really reasonable and our deposit was returned promptly.’ -
ARTS & CRAFTS at The Purple Owl, from £10 per person (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: What guests say: The space runs hands-on creative sessions such as pottery and painting, and the bar produces well-regarded cocktails.
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Verified Reviews of Cocktail Party Venues in Wandsworth Borough
Sugar Cane hosted a drinks party for 30 of us. We had free drinks and shots as part of a Halloween event which was a special bonus. We had our own area that was still part of the main bar atmosphere and were able to go downstairs to the dance floor and DJ later on.
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