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Top Bar Venues in South London
Are you on the hunt for exclusive private bars in South London? Look no further! From the iconic Battersea Power Station to the vibrant heart of Brixton, discover unique bars in this area for your private event. Whether it's a rooftop soirée in Bankside or an intimate gathering in Greenwich, our curated listings of bars, pubs, and unique venues have you covered. Search our platform and book your favourite. Then get ready to enjoy your favourite tipples and the company of friends in the private bars of this diverse area of London. Find your perfect spot on Tagvenue today!
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![Upstairs at The Sun at The Sun Clapham in South London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs at The Sun
90 guestsThe Sun ClaphamClapham Common StationSouth LondonPPeter C.
“Great venue with private bar. Staff were friendly and helpful.” -
![The Whole Venue at Simul Place in Earlsfield, South London]()
from £1100
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Whole Venue
100 guestsSimul PlaceEarlsfield, South LondonMMark J.
“Venue is very cool and perfect size for intimate party. Bar staff and doormen all super friendly.” -
![La Fiesta Bar at Azteca Battersea in Battersea, South London]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLa Fiesta Bar
50 guestsAzteca BatterseaClapham Junction StationBattersea, South LondonNNagawa K.
“The bartender, Rohan was great, very hospitable to all the guests.” -
![Secret Terrace at Vagabond Northcote Road in Battersea, South London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilitySecret Terrace
50 guestsVagabond Northcote RoadClapham Junction StationBattersea, South LondonSSadie B.
“We celebrated a milestone birthday here in the private room on New Year’s Eve.” -
![The Gallery at Exhibit in Balham, South London]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gallery
100 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, South London
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AAdela C.
“It’s very handy to have the balcony and smoking area, private bar, and toilets on the same floor.” -
![Full Venue Hire at aspen & meursault in Battersea, South London]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
150 guestsaspen & meursaultImperial Wharf StationBattersea, South LondonRRuby M.
“Everyone who came to our engagement party was enamoured with the venue, wine and staff.” -
![The Studio at Exhibit in Balham, South London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Studio
50 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, South London
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AAbideen S.
“Great space, own private bar, speakers already provided for easy hiring of DJ's” -
![Whole Venue at Vagabond Northcote Road in Battersea, South London]()
from £1200
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityWhole Venue
110 guestsVagabond Northcote RoadClapham Junction StationBattersea, South LondonGGinny F.
“Incredible venue for a private party. Staff were amazing and food was plentiful and delicious.” -
![Semi-Exclusive Main Bar at Lost Society (Battersea SW11) in Battersea, South London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Exclusive Main Bar
50 guestsLost Society (Battersea SW11)Battersea, South London
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SStephanie L.
“Great staff, good venue, the function area is away from the main area so not too much background noise.” -
![The Secret Garden at Exhibit in Balham, South London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Secret Garden
100 guestsExhibitBalham StationBalham, South London
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MMichael C.
“Brilliant space - had the whole upstairs floor + balcony and private bar.” -
![Full Venue hire at Simmons | Clapham in South London]()
from £1200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue hire
200 guestsSimmons | ClaphamClapham Common StationSouth LondonJJosipa R.
“Semi private venue is nice, loads of tables and its right next to the DJ!” -
![WeBrew Kingston at Webrew kingston in Kingston, South London]()
from £1770
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityWeBrew Kingston
120 guestsWebrew kingstonKingston, South LondonHHara P.
“Everyone that attended state how much they loved the venue!”
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Book Small Bar Venues in South London
from £500
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Private Snug & Courtyard
14
35
aspen & meursault
Imperial Wharf Station
Battersea, South London
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Ruby M.
“Everyone who came to our engagement party was enamoured with the venue, wine and staff.”
“Everyone who came to our engagement party was enamoured with the venue, wine and staff.”
from £500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Olive Tree Booths
26
40
Searcys Champagne Bar at Battersea
Battersea, South London
From reserving the perfect spot for a small group to making Searcys entirely your own for the evening, we can create the perfect bubble in which to get the bubbles flowing.
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Emerald
16
40
Copper Ceylon
Bromley, South London
Every event at Copper Ceylon comes with style. For an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, our restaurant's impressive interiors and custom service create the perfect backdrop for your unique occasion.
from £200
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
The Public Bar
45
The Ship Wandsworth
Battersea, South London
A brilliant private space for parties and group gatherings, with room for up to 45 guests and easy access to the bar so drinks keep flowing without interruption.
from £300
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Shelgate
40
The Red Setter
Clapham Junction Station
South London
Tucked away behind the bar, The Shelgate area is great for hosting your next social event. Bookable for up to 40 guests for drinks and canapes. The space is adjacent to the bar so you don't have to walk too far for your next
from £500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
ABC Bar
30
40
Arcade Battersea Power Station
Battersea, South London
At the heart of the action lies the semi-private ABC bar by the North Riverside entrance of the Food Hall, offering a private bar experience amidst the bustling energy of the food hall.
Find Affordable Bars for Events in South London
from £10
per person / per afternoon
per person / per afternoon
The Pavement
70
No.32 The Old Town
Clapham Common Station
South London
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M
Morgan
“Great spot at the front so we could catch the sun, and guests enjoyed the food.”
“Great spot at the front so we could catch the sun, and guests enjoyed the food.”
from £10
per person / per session
per person / per session
The Lounge
50
No.32 The Old Town
Clapham Common Station
South London
#Supervenue
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Emily M.
“The space was perfect, the food was delicious, Charlie and Richard were incredibly helpful on the night.”
“The space was perfect, the food was delicious, Charlie and Richard were incredibly helpful on the night.”
from £10
per person / per session
per person / per session
ARTS & CRAFTS
30
30
The Purple Owl
Wandsworth, South London
For music lovers, we’re fully equipped with a professional live music setup, including in-house Pioneer CDJ-3000s and Technics vinyl turntables—ideal for DJs, performers, or curated playlists that elevate your event.
from £10
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minimum spend / per day
Garden Area
60
80
The Purple Owl
Wandsworth, South London
At the heart of the venue is a concrete circular bar, offering full visibility across the space and creating a naturally social, open-flow environment.
from £100
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minimum spend / per session
Lounge & Bar
80
The Purple Owl
Wandsworth, South London
Perfect for sharing. -Easy Finger Food – Simple, delicious bites ideal for social dining, including small plates and snack-style options. We’re 100% dog friendly, so feel free to bring your four-legged friends along.
from £150
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Behind The Arch
30
60
The Nel Pub & Terrace (Clapham)
Clapham South Station
South London
Hire out our behind-the-arch space for the perfect balance between a partially private space for you & your party & still reap the benefits of a buzzing pub atmosphere.
Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of South London’s Best Bars
from £200
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Semi-private back area
30
50
Simmons | Clapham
Clapham Common Station
South London
A
Anjali R.
“Very easy to put what I'm looking and find the perfect venue for my birthday!”
“Very easy to put what I'm looking and find the perfect venue for my birthday!”
from £2000
minimum spend / per afternoon
minimum spend / per afternoon
Sonnys Riverside
90
230
Sonnys
Kingston, South London
The room flows into lounge sofas, communal beer bench seating, and a small terrace for privacy, all centred around a bar that glows with warmth. DJ or live musicians are your choice: our in-house system has levels to ensure
from £750
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Upstairs Private Party Room
40
80
The Clapham Grand
Clapham Junction Station
Battersea, South London
Outside of the hired shows, you can now book two different spaces at The Grand! Whether you want to book our upstairs private function room or a space at the bar over our new Grand Lates Saturday night bar, we can accommodate
from £500
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Full Venue Hire
250
450
Tequila Mockingbird Putney
Putney Bridge Station
Putney, South London
Our Putney Venue is the perfect for birthday parties, work do's, networking events & gatherings. Featuring a Garden overlooking the River Thames and an overall capacity of 450 guests.
from £1000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Entire Venue
80
150
The Purple Owl
Wandsworth, South London
The venue operates a fully licensed bar from 8:00am to 1:30am, serving an extensive selection of wines, cocktails, and spirits, alongside six draft beers including Asahi, Moretti, Neck Oil, Guinness, Cruzcampo, and Jubel.
from £2000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue Hire
60
80
Searcys Champagne Bar at Battersea
Battersea, South London
Set against the backdrop of the stylish 1930s Art Deco Turbine Hall A, Searcys Champagne Bar offers a special space for meeting with friends, after-work drinks or a romantic flute à deux.
Throw an Unforgettable Party at One of These Bars
from £12
per person / per session
per person / per session
Main Bar
60
150
LOCKES Bar Clapham Junction
Clapham Junction Station
Battersea, South London
#Supervenue
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Emily H.
“Great for a 30th party, the space was perfect! The staff were really accommodating and friendly.”
“Great for a 30th party, the space was perfect! The staff were really accommodating and friendly.”
from £6000
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
Whole Venue
70
120
Vagabond Battersea
Battersea, South London
The full front of the venue opens up to an outdoor space and the premise has a live music licence adding that extra touch to your summer party.
from £750
hire fee / per evening
hire fee / per evening
Bacchus Bar and Venue
100
Bacchus Late Bar and Venue
Kingston, South London
Descend the stairs into our 100-capacity party spot and get ready to dance the night away with a full venue private hire. Featuring a DJ booth, fully stocked bar, huge dancefloor with disco lights and cool graffitied seating
from £50
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minimum spend / per session
Bar
70
120
The Lighthouse
Battersea, South London
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Tom C.
“I will certainly be recommending The Lighthouse to any other friends wishing to have a party!”
“I will certainly be recommending The Lighthouse to any other friends wishing to have a party!”
from £15
per person / per session
per person / per session
Main Pub
52
180
The Glasshouse
New Malden, South London
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Lucy H.
“We came to the glasshouse and hired the gazebo for my daughters 18th and husbands 50th birthday party.”
“We came to the glasshouse and hired the gazebo for my daughters 18th and husbands 50th birthday party.”
from £100
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Lounge
25
50
Simul Place
Earlsfield, South London
L
Louizza
“Thank you Simul Place team for smashing my birthday party!”
“Thank you Simul Place team for smashing my birthday party!”
Explore South London’s Buzzing Bars for Birthday Parties
from £12
per person / per session
per person / per session
Middle Booth Area
30
75
LOCKES Bar Clapham Junction
Clapham Junction Station
Battersea, South London
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Nicole J.
“Had a lot of fun for my 30th with about 40 people. They let us book half the bar”
“Had a lot of fun for my 30th with about 40 people. They let us book half the bar”
from £1100
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Distillery Bar
54
70
Botanica Hall
Clapham Junction Station
Battersea, South London
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Tri H.
“I had my 50th birthday there and it was a wonderful experience.”
“I had my 50th birthday there and it was a wonderful experience.”
from £500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
80
150
Trickle
West Croydon Station
Croydon, South London
The venue can hold up to 150 guests inside and 80 outside, making it ideal for corporate events, birthday parties, or engagement celebrations. The space has an open layout with a mix of seating options, including low tables,
from £100
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Bar Area
62
100
Curzon Kingston
Kingston, South London
The bar itself is well-stocked with a variety of beverages, from classic cocktails to craft beers and fine wines, ensuring that there is something to suit every taste.
from £500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Cairn's
35
The Red Setter
Clapham Junction Station
South London
G
Greg W.
“I think having a member of staff dedicated to serving the event space bar would have been better.”
“I think having a member of staff dedicated to serving the event space bar would have been better.”
from £2500
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
Venn St Records
150
Venn St Records
Clapham Common Station
South London
With a fully stocked and staffed bar and an internal capacity of 150pax - you can't go wrong with local fave Venn St Records. Full venue hire includes the use of our Garden Area with an additional external capacity of 150pax
FAQs about Top Bar Venues in South London
Booking costs of private bars average £750 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 South London, based on Tagvenue data from July 2026:
| From £500 | to £1800 | minimum spend per event |
| From £12 | to £35 | per person |
| From £100 | to £2500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated July 2026), the best options include:
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The Whole Venue at Simul Place in Earlsfield - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Bar staff and doormen all super friendly. Very helpful with set up.’ -
Semi-Exclusive Main Bar at Lost Society (Battersea SW11) in Battersea - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue and staff were absolutely phenomenal, magnificent, marvellous and made my birthday feel so magical.’ -
Full Venue hire at Simmons | Clapham in Clapham - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, good location, spacious, drinks were catered to with no alcohol options.’
You'll find private bars 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 South London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (July 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 100 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
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CC
Booked Upstairs at The Sun at The Sun Clapham
Venue was spacious, clean. Staff were friendly, helpful. We really liked having own bar, roof terrace and toilet was great for private function. The projector was also a good touch as we could used for photos and watch the football.
AB
Booked The Hideaway at Exhibit
The room was perfect, the bar staff were amazing and so friendly and it was easy to set up. The communications through tag venue were great too!
S
Booked The Rowing Club at Duke's Head Putney
The space was great, had the whole downstairs as well as access to the music. The staff were lovely and very accommodating - especially Lucita. Had a great time!
AB
Booked Exclusive Room at Tequila Mockingbird Clapham
I held my 21st birthday party here on a Saturday evening. The staff were very friendly, accommodating and attentive. It was the perfect venue!
CS
Booked Lounge Bar private hire at Lost Society (Battersea SW11)
Perfect venue for our Birthday Party. Had 80 people and the space was perfect. Service was great, Shannon and her team were so lovely and made the evening run smoothly. Food was really good and just overall, great vibes and great night.
VR
Booked Sunset Area at Sugar Cane
Communication throughout was great! Swift responses and they were very accommodating. The venue was lovely and drinks were reasonably priced. Overall, I had a lovely time and would visit again!
VM
Booked Sunset Area at Sugar Cane
Great venue for group get together. Good space and very friendly and attentive staff. Great cocktails. We had so much fun. Good music and nice enough to take requests. Would definitely recommend. Great location and easy to find parking.
PK
Booked Lounge Bar private hire at Lost Society (Battersea SW11)
I booked this room for work focus groups and it worked really well. The staff at the venue were great and lovely to work with. They helped us with all the requests we had and didn't make a fuss about any of it.
Page last updated in July 2026
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