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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Clapham
Set the tone for an unforgettable drinks reception in Clapham! Whether it's the bustling bars on Clapham High Street or a hidden gem in one of the side streets around Old Town, Tagvenue has the ideal spot for you. Are you ready to start planning your event in one of the drinks reception venues in this lively district? We are here to streamline your search and make your venue selection effortless. So start your search on Tagvenue now! Find, book, and savour the moment at your perfect spot in Clapham. Your ideal setting is just a click away.
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![Semi-private back area at Simmons | Clapham in Clapham, London]()
from £200
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilitySemi-private back area
50 guestsSimmons | ClaphamClapham Common StationClapham, LondonAAmrit
“Great venue, good location, spacious, drinks were catered to with no alcohol options.” -
![Upstairs at The Railway at The Railway Clapham in Clapham, London]()
from £200
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityUpstairs at The Railway
70 guestsThe Railway ClaphamClapham North StationClapham, LondonAAbraham L.
“Excellent venue! Great food, reasonable drink packages, perfect location, and lovely staff.” -
![The Garden Room at The Sun Clapham in Clapham, London]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Garden Room
40 guestsThe Sun ClaphamClapham Common StationClapham, LondonVVictoria M.
“Drinks were good - please enjoyed the rose.” -
![Terrace On The Common at The Nel Bar & Terrace (Clapham) in Clapham, London]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace On The Common
100 guestsThe Nel Bar & Terrace (Clapham)Clapham South StationClapham, LondonThe Nel offers a range of catering options, from finger food platters to drinks packages featuring craft beers, wines, and cocktails. The space includes flexible seating layouts, an independent sound system, Wi-Fi, and an -
![Living Room at The Little Orange Door in Clapham, London]()
from £750
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityLiving Room
100 guestsThe Little Orange DoorClapham Common StationClapham, LondonSSara L.
“Beautiful venue full of character and wonderful staff for our 100px wedding reception party!” -
![Upstairs at The Sun at The Sun Clapham in Clapham, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs at The Sun
70 guestsThe Sun ClaphamClapham Common StationClapham, LondonMMartha J.
“Great venue to celebrate my birthday - staff were fab, super helpful and looked after us really well.” -
![The John Burns Room at The Bread & Roses in Clapham, London]()
from £750
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe John Burns Room
70 guestsThe Bread & RosesClapham Common StationClapham, LondonJJordan L.
“Perfect space, private, access to outdoors and great service - very good value for money!!” -
![Shelgate at The Red Setter in Clapham, London]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityShelgate
40 guestsThe Red SetterClapham Junction StationClapham, LondonGGreg W.
“I think having a member of staff dedicated to serving the event space bar would have been better.” -
![The Private Room at O'Neill's Clapham in Clapham, London]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Private Room
65 guestsO'Neill's ClaphamClapham Common StationClapham, LondonWe have a fantastic private room, perfect for hosting a variety of events, from meetings and after-work drinks to quiz nights, celebrations, or special occasions. -
![The Pavement at No.32 The Old Town in Clapham, London]()
from £10
per person / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Pavement
70 guestsNo.32 The Old TownClapham Common StationClapham, London
#Supervenue
MMorgan
“Great spot at the front so we could catch the sun, and guests enjoyed the food.” -
![The Lounge at No.32 The Old Town in Clapham, London]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge
50 guestsNo.32 The Old TownClapham Common StationClapham, London
#Supervenue
EEmily M.
“The space was perfect, the food was delicious, Charlie and Richard were incredibly helpful on the night.” -
![The Games Room at The Little Orange Door in Clapham, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Games Room
25 guestsThe Little Orange DoorClapham Common StationClapham, LondonJJodie W.
“Fantastic service from the flatmates, we had the perfect Christmas party here!”
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Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £600 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 Clapham, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £400 | to £1200 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £20 | per person |
| From £1000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Living Room at The Little Orange Door in Clapham - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The team were amazing at helping us put together a delicious menu for all the varied dietary requirements!’ -
Upstairs at The Railway at The Railway Clapham in Clapham - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great food, reasonable drink packages, perfect location, and lovely staff.’ -
Semi-private back area at Simmons | Clapham in Clapham - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Would definitely do this again through Tagvenue and I'm already recommending this to others.’
You'll find drinks reception 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 Clapham, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 70 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 180 guests |
| Pub | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 70 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 50 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 70 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 80 guests |
Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 35 guests standing. Here are some great options in Clapham, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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The Downstairs Private Area at Lina Stores Clapham - Italian Restaurant - event space for 22 guests
Venue said: The downstairs private area offers an intimate setting, featuring distressed painted walls and vintage Italian pieces. Our Clapham Restaurant is perfect for celebrations – whether it's a birthday, work drinks or a festive... -
Front table at Red Vine, rated 5/5 - outdoor space for 35 guests
Venue said: Red Vine Clapham Common is a vibrant cocktail bar and Italian pizza venue adjacent to Clapham Common station. Besides its lively atmosphere and expert cocktails, Red Vine has been the one to create unforgettable nights out, -
Garden Room at Minnow - event space for 12 guests
Venue said: The area can accommodate parties of 10 - 12 guests. We can offer The Garden Room along with the Banquette seating area for larger groups of up to 33 guests.
Cheap drinks reception venues in Clapham start from £200 minimum spend per event or £10 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Semi-private back area at Simmons | Clapham, from £200 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Would definitely do this again through Tagvenue and I'm already recommending this to others.’ -
The Pavement at No.32 The Old Town, from £10 per person (up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The space was perfect, the food was delicious, Charlie and Richard were incredibly helpful on the night.’ -
Main Hall at London Shambhala Meditation Centre, from £28 hire fee per hour (up to 50 guests standing)
Venue said: There are several smaller rooms that could be used for breakout sessions or services such as counselling or therapy. We’re 5 minutes walk from Clapham Common tube and 6 minutes from Clapham High Street overground.
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