The venue was amazing! The staff were polite and you could have a laugh with them and they were attentive the whole night. The venue itself is beautiful and the layout is amazing for the room I booked. I highly recommend to book with these owners because they are genuinely the sweetest and do their best to make sure you have the best night possible. The venue being accessible was also a huge plus as well.
Top Party Spaces near Thames
It’s time to party by the Thames! If you’re after a chilled party by the water, check out the cosy pubs and bars along the Southbank. For a more glamorous affair, why not book a trendy terrace or a classy cocktail bar with stunning views of landmarks like Tower Bridge or the London Eye? And if you like to dance, there are plenty of trendy spots with DJ booths and the kind of atmosphere that'll keep the party going all night. Find the best party venues by the Thames on Tagvenue today!.
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from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
60 guestsThe Tattershall CastleEmbankment StationLondon (1 mi from Thames)OOlya G.
“We hired the Lounge at The Tattershall Castle for a party of 30-35ppl.” -
from £4250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsClipper Lounge EMBEmbankment StationLondon (1 mi from Thames)AAlexandria N.
“We celebrated my graduation party with Clippers lounge and it was absolutely amazing!” -
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBridge
60 guestsThe Tattershall CastleEmbankment StationLondon (1 mi from Thames)SSophie
“Great location, good communication running up to the event and a smooth-running party!” -
from £3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Ship
120 guestsThe Golden HindeLondon Bridge StationLondon (0.6 mi from Thames)CCharlie
“We really enjoyed the party, and I'm sure everyone will remember it for years to come.” -
from £3000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
350 guestsBoulebar South BankWaterloo StationLondon (0.7 mi from Thames)HHana D.
“Company supper party - well we had a great time! Staff were signing praises at the venue already.” -
from £3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
100 guestsThe MudlarkLondon Bridge StationLondon (0.6 mi from Thames)MMatthew K.
“Great venue in London Bridge - we had Christmas Party upstairs in the private room.” -
from £15300
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Venue Hire
1150 guests26 Leake StreetWaterloo StationLondon (0.7 mi from Thames)JJoanne G.
“We’d thoroughly recommend The Rat Bar to others for a private party.” -
from £1125
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySummer Terrace
30 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationLondon (0.8 mi from Thames)MManeet S.
“Brilliant venue for my birthday party!” -
from £500
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityBalcony Bar
70 guestsSamuel Pepys Bar & KitchenMansion House StationLondon (0.7 mi from Thames)JJohn D.
“I booked the balcony bar for my party & it was excellent.” -
from £200
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Drawing Room
40 guestsBFI SouthbankWaterloo StationLondon (0.8 mi from Thames)JJustin H.
“We were actually at the bar not the secret drawing room.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lower Deck
120 guestsTamesis DockVauxhall StationLondon (1.1 mi from Thames)#Supervenue
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“Great venue at a central location.” -
from £55
per person / per morningCheck availabilityBalcony Room
120 guestsSwan, Shakespeare's GlobeMansion House StationLondon (0.6 mi from Thames)SSarah R.
“I hired the Balcony Room for my 30th and had the best experience. The views and location were surreal.”
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FAQs about Top Party Spaces near Thames
Booking costs of party venues average £2400 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 Thames, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1000 | to £5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £500 | to £3750 | hire fee per event |
| From £55 | to £110 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Full Venue Hire at Boulebar South Bank in Waterloo - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Company supper party - well we had a great time!’ -
Entire Ship at The Golden Hinde in Southwark - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘An absolutely awesome venue that I was shocked could even be hired out, let alone on New Year's Eve!’ -
Entire Venue at Clipper Lounge EMB in The Strand - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘We had a wonderful anniversary party at Clipper Lounge.’
You'll find 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 Thames, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 180 guests | prices average £2400 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 240 guests | prices average £6600 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £2700 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 250 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1125 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 120 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 120 guests |
| Pub | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 100 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £800 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 100 guests |
Smaller party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Thames, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Private Dining Room at Cote Brasserie London Bridge - Hay's Galleria, rated 5/5 - dining room for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘A particular mention is how the menu considers all food allergies or dietary restrictions...’ -
Small Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Southbank, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘Used a small private dining room for a farewell dinner.’ -
River Room at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 35 guests
Our user said: ‘The staff on the day were incredibly friendly and helpful, which really made us feel welcome.’
Cheap party venues in Thames start from £500 minimum spend per event or £75 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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The Lower Deck at Tamesis Dock, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Quirky and unique venue Decent menu Reasonable prices V responsive and helpful staff...’ -
The Parish Room at The Garlickhythe Rooms, from £75 hire fee per hour (up to 16 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The space is well maintained and it exceeded our expectations, would highly recommend it. Thanks Johanne!’ -
Restaurant at Skylon, from £50 per person (up to 150 guests standing)
Venue said: Drinking or dining at the top of London’s Royal Festival Hall, you’ll enjoy floor-to-ceiling views of the River Thames and the London skyline. A destination cocktail and wine bar and Modern British restaurant offering classic...
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Verified Reviews of Party Venues near Thames
The venue met all my expectations and more. The facilities and grounds were well maintained and suitable for my 30th birthday. To add, every member of staff was super helpful and friendly. I only have positive things to say about this venue and will definitely be recommending to staff.
The team that assisted us on the day were amazing, they ensured we had everything we needed to make the event run smoothly. The communication prior to the event was fantastic, and they accommodated all of our requests and changes. Lewis, Sinead and the team on the day were faultless and so helpful
Everything. The venue is very nice. James and Bertie were very accommodating. Would use this venue again.
I had a great experience! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making my birthday celebration so easy and stress-free. Everything went smoothly, and I couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate. Highly recommend!
Staff were extremely helpful in the planning process, as well as the execution of the even. Friendly and approachable. Food was lovely.
Staff were amazing and so helpful! The venue was the perfect location, stunning views. We got to have our own music in the venue which was great as well. So happy with the event, definitely recommend!
Tasty food with a good range of vegetarian choices for the buffet. Lovely chips. Excellent food and drink service by friendly, reliable and helpful management and staff.
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