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Private Bars for Hire in Southwark, London

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Top Private Bars in Southwark

Shakespeare drank around here and the bar scene here hasn’t lost the plot since. Around Borough Market and Bankside, things stay busy for a reason, and the venues lean into it. Private bars in Southwark span low-lit, spirit-forward rooms, candlelit basements, and exclusive hire spots with seriously good drink lists, each with its own take on a night well done. It’s the kind of area where plans come together quickly, and the options don’t run dry. Compare what’s on, check the details, and lock something in.

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Find Affordable Bars for Events in Southwark

The Snug
from £10
per person / per session
The Snug
70
The Fountain & Ink
Southwark Station
Waterloo, Southwark
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
Get that office party into full swing. Whether it is for Christmas, Summer or your favourite colleagues leaving drinks. Our space is suitable for up to 70 guests standing for drinks and small plates from our seasonal menu.
Booths
from £100
minimum spend / per session
Booths
10
20
SAMA Bankside
(332)
Southwark Station
South Bank, Southwark
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Lounge in a Bar
Shared space
F
Fiona .
“Great response time Great service Great value for money!”
The Bunker
from £125
hire fee / per hour
The Bunker
50
Bermondsey Bierkeller
London Bridge Station
Southwark, London
Bar in a Winery / Brewery
Private space
An atmospheric private space hidden beneath The Bermondsey Bierkeller. Your own underground bar with dedicated bartender for up to 70 guests.
Private Dining Room
from £200
minimum spend / per evening
Private Dining Room
8
BrewDog Waterloo
(2)
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, Southwark
Bar
Private space
With six private hire spaces PLUS bowling lanes, interactive darts, ping pong tables, an ice cream truck, giant slide and so much more, this venue is perfect for events from 8 people to groups of over 1000 and has something
Semi-Private Drinks Area
from £250
minimum spend / per session
Semi-Private Drinks Area
40
50
Tower Bridge Arms
London Bridge Station
Southwark, London
Bar in a Pub
Semi-private area
A semi-private drinks area for celebrations and after-work gatherings — birthday drinks, engagement celebrations, leaving parties, Christmas socials, networking events, and corporate get-togethers.
Garden Arch
from £500
minimum spend / per day
Garden Arch
20
50
SAMA Bankside
(332)
Southwark Station
South Bank, Southwark
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
R
Rebecca S.
“Fab space, lots of room, staff were very helpful. Excellent value for money, would recommend for a party!”
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Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of Southwark’s Best Bars

The Rum Shop Bar
from £2000
minimum spend / per day
The Rum Shop Bar
25
50
LIMIN SOUTHBANK
(25)
Temple Station
Waterloo, Southwark
Restaurant
Private space
E
Emma C.
“We had our work Christmas party here and it was AMAZING!”
The Dugout
from £750
minimum spend / per session
The Dugout
150
250
Belushi's & The Dugout London Bridge
(31)
Borough Station
Newington, Southwark
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
A
Ade O.
“Venue was clean and well presented. Staffs were very nice and helpful”
Little Rae's
from £4800
minimum spend / per day
Little Rae's
90
100
Little Rae's
(36)
Borough Station
Newington, Southwark
Bar in a Railway Arch
Whole venue
I
Ibey
“Great venue, staff were very friendly, my event went really well and it was a very nice place.”
Qube Elephant Bar & Lounge
from £1500
minimum spend / per session
Qube Elephant Bar & Lounge
41
120
Qube Elephant
(4)
Elephant & Castle Station
Newington, Southwark
Event Venue
Whole venue
M
Moy W.
“The event space was worth it for its size, cleanliness and also the ability to use their DJ equipment.”
The Lower Deck
from £500
minimum spend / per session
The Lower Deck
70
120
Tamesis Dock
(113)
Vauxhall Station
Southwark, London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
K
Kelly J.
“Great space, sound, nice toilets, ace view and easy to get to. The staff were wonderful and so helpful.”
The Fire Space
from £400
minimum spend / per session
The Fire Space
70
77
The Fire Station
(32)
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, Southwark
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar
Semi-private area
M
Matt A.
“We hired out the Fire Station for a joint birthday event for ~ 50 people. The venue was perfect!”
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Throw an Unforgettable Party at One of These Bars

Upper Arch
from £500
minimum spend / per day
Upper Arch
30
50
SAMA Bankside
(332)
Southwark Station
South Bank, Southwark
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
H
Harriet J.
“Great space for the party Brilliant, friendly staff DJ open to requests Lovely toilets!!”
Indoor Space
from £1700
minimum spend / per session
Indoor Space
140
160
The Crown
(11)
Southwark Station
South Bank, Southwark
Bar in a Pub
Private space
L
Lauren D.
“My friend and I hosted a joint birthday party at the Crown in August.”
The Chaplin Bar
from £1000
minimum spend / per day
The Chaplin Bar
100
Marlin Waterloo
(53)
Lambeth North Station
South Bank, Southwark
Hotel
Private space
Looking for the perfect venue for your event in Central London? Whether you happen to be celebrating a birthday, special occasion or you are hosting an office party, The Chaplin Bar at Marlin Waterloo is the perfect choice.
Second Bar
from £500
minimum spend / per session
Second Bar
60
100
Tonight Josephine Waterloo
(11)
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, Southwark
Cocktail Bar
Private space
Josephine's second bar area can host up to 100 guests and has it's own private bar . It's a semi-private area that can be roped off from the rest of the venue.
Bar & Restaurant
from £500
minimum spend / per evening
Bar & Restaurant
60
100
Locke Bar & Lounge
(3)
London Bridge Station
Southwark, London
Hotel
Whole venue
E
Evalyne G.
“The flexibility of the restaurant staff (events coordinator and kitchen staff)”
The Dining Room
from £400
minimum spend / per session
The Dining Room
25
The Fountain & Ink
Southwark Station
Waterloo, Southwark
Bar
Private space
Whether that be for your next upcoming birthday, engagement or office party. As you walk into the venue, you will be greeted with a traditional English pub with an array of popular lagers and ciders and a fully stocked back
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Explore Southwark’s Buzzing Bars for Birthday Parties

Private Dining/Meeting Room
from £1000
minimum spend / per day
Private Dining/Meeting Room
24
30
SAMA Bankside
(332)
Southwark Station
South Bank, Southwark
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Dining Room in a Bar
Private space
E
Ericka
“I had my 30th Birthday Party at SAMA and everyone had such a great time!”
Main Bar
from £500
minimum spend / per session
Main Bar
60
150
Tonight Josephine Waterloo
(11)
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, Southwark
Cocktail Bar
Private space
The Main Bar is a colourful and original space, full of neons, with glittery walls and its own private bar.
Wharfside Bar
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
Wharfside Bar
100
110
The Horniman at Hays
(19)
London Bridge Station
Southwark, London
Pub
Private space
N
Nadia
“Everything went smoothly, and everyone said how good the night was (especially the food!)”
The Cocktail Bar
from £2200
minimum spend / per session
The Cocktail Bar
50
100
BrewDog Waterloo
(2)
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, Southwark
Bar
Private space
With a dedicated entrance and a private bar just for you, this space is all about that exclusive feel. Pull the curtains closed for extra privacy, without missing out on the buzz from the rest of the venue.
Whole Venue
from £5500
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
100
260
Tamesis Dock
(113)
Vauxhall Station
Southwark, London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Boat in a Bar
Whole venue
L
Lahiru B.
“The venue was great, the views are great and the boat is spacious.”
Full Venue Hire
from £7000
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue Hire
260
438
Slug & Lettuce Waterloo
(31)
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, Southwark
Cocktail Bar in a Bar
Whole venue
M
Michelle
“The private space worked for our team event as it's in a perfect location. It did what it said on the tin.”
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Private Bars for Hire in Southwark, London

FAQs about Top Private Bars in Southwark

Booking costs of private bars average £1500 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 Southwark, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:

Prices of private bars in Southwark
From £500 to £3000 minimum spend per event
From £15 to £35 per person
From £450 to £1500 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:

  • Bar at Crol and Co London Bridge in Newington - rated 5/5
    Our user said: ‘Wonderful night, huge thank you to the ladies who ran the bar and made the most delicious cocktails.’

  • Basement Bar at Brix Ldn in Southwark - rated 4.7/5
    Our user said: ‘Bartenders were brilliant. Venue is accessible (lift and accessible toilet).’

  • The Drawing Room at BFI Southbank in Waterloo - rated 4.7/5
    Our user said: ‘Unique and private. Able to play our own music. Included bartender to staff the bar. Polite people.’

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 Southwark, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):

Small up to 50 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium between 80 and 120 guests prices average £1500 minimum spend per event
Large over 150 guests prices average £3500 minimum spend per event

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Verified Reviews of Private Bars in Southwark

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Hannah
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Booked Mala Madre Events Space at The Last Talisman
5.0
they listened to our requests and did what they could to accommodate, even if we asked for reasonable changes. The staff were attentive on the evening
MD
Mie D.
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Booked Lounge Bar at Brix Ldn
4.2
The venue is a great location, really nice and the bar team are excellent and did everything they can to make it a good day for us.
SV
Serena V.
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Booked Upper Arch at SAMA Bankside
4.9
The venue is amazing and the staff incredible! Everyone is so nice and welcoming and made the day one of the best ever! Food was great and drinks too
RC
Richard C.
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Booked The Theatre at The Free Association
5.0
A great multipurpose creative space. We used it for student workshops and talks. Affordable and central.
AS
Adam S.
Verified review
Booked Feeny Space at The Africa Centre
4.5
Staff were friendly, hospitality was great, they allowed time for setup and tear down, the staff went the extra mile to ensure our event was a success we didn’t know how to set up the PA system and the staff were kind enough as to help set it up. We will be intersted in using this venue on a monthly basis as it’s a great location, great staff and the size of the venue is perfect.
TC
Tutu C.
Verified review
Booked Mala Madre Events Space at The Last Talisman
5.0
Catering was delightful and the venue was so pretty!! Wish the portions & size of the food were larger given how expensive it was but really good nonetheless
CC
Colin C.
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Booked Meeting Room in near Waterloo at The Travel Cafe Waterloo
5.0
Great venue. Room was perfect for our needs, and the staff are a pleasure to deal with. Many thanks!!
PR
Paula R.
Verified review
Booked Meeting Room in near Waterloo at The Travel Cafe Waterloo
4.6
Great atmosphere conducive to work and with all the needed facilities. Really helpful and friendly staff.

Page last updated in August 2026

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