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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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![Basement Bar at Brix Ldn in Southwark, London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityBasement Bar
150 guestsBrix LdnBorough StationSouthwark, London
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MMandi S.
“Brix basement bar was a fantastic venue hire for my husbands 40th birthday.” -
![The Drawing Room at BFI Southbank in Waterloo, Southwark]()
from £200
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Drawing Room
40 guestsBFI SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, SouthwarkLLevi N.
“Great space. Unique and private. Able to play our own music. Included bartender to staff the bar.” -
![Bar at Crol and Co London Bridge in Newington, Southwark]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBar
45 guestsCrol and Co London BridgeBorough StationNewington, Southwark
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KKayleigh D.
“The venue was exactly as described and well-kept. All of the bar staff were friendly and welcoming.” -
![The Basement Bar at Elephant & Castle Pub in Elephant and Castle, Southwark]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Basement Bar
100 guestsElephant & Castle PubElephant & Castle StationElephant and Castle, Southwark
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FFinlay H.
“Great private space that was well lit and offered personal bar and toilets. Well connected and easy to find.” -
![Whole Venue at Prosecco House in Southwark, London]()
from £1500
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80 guestsProsecco HouseLondon Bridge StationSouthwark, LondonJJasmine L.
“She is very responsive and transparent. 2. The venue is very well maintained, gorgeously designed and clean.” -
![The Gold Bar at COLAB Tower in Southwark, London]()
from £1200
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Gold Bar
300 guestsCOLAB TowerMansion House StationSouthwark, LondonMMelanie A.
“The venue is a perfect location for a fun night. I will definitely be using The Gold Bar for other events.” -
![Waterloo Bar at Slug & Lettuce Waterloo in Waterloo, Southwark]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWaterloo Bar
100 guestsSlug & Lettuce WaterlooWaterloo StationWaterloo, SouthwarkKKaty .
“Great location with a private room and bar just for our guests was a lovely touch.” -
![The Dugout at Belushi's & The Dugout London Bridge in Newington, Southwark]()
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Dugout
250 guestsBelushi's & The Dugout London BridgeBorough StationNewington, Southwark
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MMatt A.
“The advice to reduce bar queues was spot on prepaid beers worked, plus the corona was two for one jackpot!!” -
![The Front Bar Area at The Last Talisman in Southwark, London]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Front Bar Area
30 guestsThe Last TalismanLondon Bridge StationSouthwark, London
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AAlice F.
“Very beautiful room. Incredible food. Private bar and own bar tender. Private toilets. Very clean.” -
![Mala Madre Events Space at The Last Talisman in Southwark, London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMala Madre Events Space
90 guestsThe Last TalismanLondon Bridge StationSouthwark, London
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CChristian P.
“Big shoutout to our private barman Aslam who was so lovely and made the best cocktails!” -
![The Balcony Bar at BFI Southbank in Waterloo, Southwark]()
from £2700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Balcony Bar
120 guestsBFI SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, SouthwarkJJustin H.
“We were actually at the bar not the secret drawing room.” -
![Team Room at Belushi's & The Dugout London Bridge in Newington, Southwark]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTeam Room
50 guestsBelushi's & The Dugout London BridgeBorough StationNewington, Southwark
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CCole S.
“They were incredibly helpful when we had questions, and the venue was the perfect place for the party.”
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“The team were so happy to help us at such short notice.”
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“I cannot believe what value for money this place is, absolutely unbelievable.”
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Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of Southwark’s Best Bars
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“We had our work Christmas party here and it was AMAZING!”
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“The event space was worth it for its size, cleanliness and also the ability to use their DJ equipment.”
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“Great space, sound, nice toilets, ace view and easy to get to. The staff were wonderful and so helpful.”
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“We hired out the Fire Station for a joint birthday event for ~ 50 people. The venue was perfect!”
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“We had fantastic service throughout the night and amazing space available for our guests.”
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“A really great location for a birthday and excellent service.”
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“The staff were amazing, they served us great for such a large party.”
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“Everything went smoothly, and everyone said how good the night was (especially the food!)”
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“The venue was great, the views are great and the boat is spacious.”
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“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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“Hosted a 20th Birthday here and it was a fantastic experience.”
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FAQs about Top Private Bars in Southwark
Booking costs of private bars average £1800 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 June 2026:
| From £1000 | to £3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £35 | per person |
| From £450 | to £1000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
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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 (June 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 90 and 120 guests | prices average £1800 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £5500 minimum spend per event |
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