Rooftop venues in London average a £3,000 minimum spend per event, ranging from about £1,650 to £8,000 depending on size, location and season. Small terraces for up to 60 guests start around £2,000; large spaces for 130-plus reach £8,000. Every venue below is-verified, free to enquire, and covered by our best-price guarantee. Use our hire guide to choose by group, aesthetic, area and time of day.
Based on Tagvenue’s data, as of October 2026, here’s an overview of some of the best spaces you can book for your event in London:
Weatherproof Rooftop Bar at Bubba Oasis
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Rooftop Terrace at TATTU London
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Rooftop at Queen of Hoxton
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| Space type | Rooftop at a Bar | Rooftop at a Restaurant | Rooftop at a Nightclub |
| Venue | Bar on Upper Street with a magical rooftop terrace and all-day dining that transitions to cocktails and dancing at night. Perfect for rooftop parties, special occasions, and lively celebrations with DJs and a vibrant atmosphere. | Elevated Chinese restaurant on Denmark Street's rooftops, combining cutting-edge design with stunning views. Perfect for chic celebrations, with a dance floor and DJ-friendly setup. | Three-floor Shoreditch nightclub with a rooftop terrace, live music, and DJ-ready dance floors. Perfect for lively parties, from birthday celebrations to drag brunches with friends. |
| Booking costs | from £4600 minimum spend / per evening | from £1500 minimum spend / per session | from £2750 minimum spend / per evening |
| Capacity | 60 guests seating, 120 standing | 15 guests seating, 65 standing | 110 guests seating, 300 standing |
| Location | Angel, London | West End, London | City of London |
| What users say | ‘The team helped us plan the event very quickly and the catering was fantastic.’ | ‘The venue and the staff on the day were wonderful. Thank you to team TATTU!’ | ‘Venue was perfect and to have the own private bar was a definite benefit.’ |
Booking costs of rooftop venues average £2750 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 London, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1500 | to £6000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £50 | to £80 | per person |
| From £750 | to £4200 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
Weatherproof Rooftop Bar at Bubba Oasis
in Angel - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The team helped us plan the event very quickly and the catering was fantastic.’
Rooftop Terrace at TATTU London
in West End - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue and the staff on the day were wonderful. Thank you to team TATTU!’
Roof Top Bar at The Solo Kitchen & Bar
in Bethnal Green - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great rooftop venue with lovely decor, nice and private.’
You'll find rooftop 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 London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 100 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average £8000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.9 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller rooftop venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
The Derby Rooftop at The Derby Rooftop, rated 5/5 - rooftop for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘Great staff + great food + great location. All around really enjoyable experience.’
Winter Igloo Experience at 1864 Rooftop Bar, rated 4.8/5 - rooftop for 20 guests
Venue said: 1864 Rooftop Bar is a rooftop bar inside a department store that pairs garden-style planting with outdoor terrace seating. Venue highlights: The venue offers sheltered private booths and a dedicated hireable area that allow...
10th Floor Partial hire at Wagtail, rated 4.8/5 - rooftop for 50 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Groups of friends or small corporate teams seeking a relaxed, social drinks reception or an informal seated meal. What guests say: The rooftop terrace delivers attentive, welcoming service.
In London, rooftop venues are most commonly booked for 25 to 60 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
| Party | Usually between £600 and £2,500. |
User who booked The Terrace at Studio48 Bar & Kitchen for 26 guests
said: ‘Also brilliant at sorting out any queries or issues in the lead up to the event.’ |
| Summer Party | Usually between £1,000 and £3,000. |
User who booked Roof Terrace at Vagabond Shoreditch for 60 guests
said: ‘Great location, loved the space, the food and drinks are great.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £600 and £1,100. |
User who booked Roof Top Garden at Bow Street Tavern for 12 guests
said: ‘Fun, vibrant and well decorated venue. Food was great and liked we could play our own music...’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £750 and £2,400. |
User who booked Weatherproof Rooftop Bar at Bubba Oasis for 72 guests
said: ‘Thanks so much to Lily and the rest of the Bubba team for a wonderful christmas party! We had the best time.’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £400 and £900. |
User who booked The Hut at The Broadcaster White City for 31 guests
said: ‘Very friendly and supportive staff, great venue, cool vibes and atmosphere, delicious food...’ |
A rooftop is an amazing choice for any wedding and with the right kind of venue you will also secure an amazing backdrop for your event. Imagine getting married in front of a panoramic view of the London skyline, or the dome at St Paul’s. Or maybe you fancy a view of Westminster or the Tower Bridge? Before you hire your venue though, make sure it holds a licence if you would like to have a civil ceremony there as well.
Many rooftop event spaces are part of a larger venue and may be prepared to move the event inside if the weather turns suddenly. You can also find venues that offer full or partial cover, some even have retractable roofs. It could even be possible to book an alternative date. Discuss your options ahead of time with the venue manager, and get all the details in writing.
Rooftops in London handle everything from six friends to a 300-strong summer party. Match the occasion to the space – each row below links to one or two spaces to start with.
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Occasion / group |
What to look for |
Guests |
Budget guide |
Where to start |
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Work social / away-day |
Covered, heated terrace; food packages; a bookable area |
20 – 60 |
~£2,000 – £2,500 |
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Corporate / client dinner |
Private hire, seating, AV, a sophisticated setting |
60 – 150 |
£2,500 – £12,000 |
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Milestone birthday |
Group area, music or DJ, bottomless options |
30 – 80 |
£2,000–£4,000 |
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Friends' casual drinks |
Walk-in friendly, relaxed, per-person spend |
6 – 20 |
~£50 – £80pp |
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Large summer party |
High capacity, weatherproofing, entertainment |
150+ |
£8,000+ |
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Rooftop wedding |
Civil-ceremony licence, skyline backdrop, reception space |
50 – 150 |
£2,000–£8,000 minimum spend |
London rooftops fall into four broad looks.
High-rise skyline views. Glass-domed and high-floor spaces with 360-degree City views. Best for dramatic corporate backdrops and milestone celebrations. Look in the City and Canary Wharf.
Try: PocketSquare Skyline Bar, West Terrace at Wagtail
Botanical and green terraces. Floral, plant-filled ‘hidden oasis’ spaces with heated, weatherproofed terraces. Best for stylish drinks receptions and elegant group bookings.
Try: Bubba Oasis, Bow Street Tavern
Industrial and creative. Raw, astroturfed rooftops with resident DJs and street food, often on converted car parks. Best for relaxed birthdays, team socials and daytime parties. Look in East and South London.
Try: Netil360, Queen of Hoxton
Glamorous West End lounges. Sleek hotel terraces with heaters and DJ sets, central and high-energy. Best for pre-theatre drinks and party groups.
Try: AMANO Rooftop, TATTU London
Decide the format before you shortlist – each suits a different occasion:
London rooftops cluster in five areas, each with a distinct crowd, price point and best use.
The City & Financial District. Upscale, corporate-chic high-rises with landmark views (The Shard, Tower Bridge, St Paul’s). Best for post-work drinks, client dinners and milestone birthdays. Premium pricing; book weeks ahead for evenings and summer Thursdays and Fridays. Nearest: Bank, Liverpool Street, Tower Hill.
Top picks: West Terrace at Wagtail, Rooftop Terrace at TATTU London
West End & Covent Garden. Central, high-energy hotel terraces near the theatres and Trafalgar Square. Best for pre-theatre drinks, celebratory brunches and out-of-town guests. Book ahead for weekends; a reservation or minimum spend is common. Nearest: Leicester Square, Covent Garden, Charing Cross.
Top picks: AMANO Rooftop Bar & Terrace, Roof Top Garden at Bow Street Tavern
East London (Shoreditch, Hackney, Dalston). Industrial, creative rooftops with DJs, astroturf and street food. Best for birthdays, team away-days and casual daytime drinking. More affordable; walk-ins work midweek, reserve areas for weekend groups. Nearest: Overground at Hackney Central, Dalston and Shoreditch High Street.
Top picks: Rooftop at Queen of Hoxton, The Corner at Netil360
South Bank & Waterloo. High-capacity, theatrical terraces with Thames and London Eye views. Best for large group socials and summer parties. Book early for big groups and peak summer. Nearest: Waterloo, London Bridge.
Top picks: The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge, 16th Floor at York Road
South London (Peckham & Brixton). Sprawling, unpretentious car-park conversions and community rooftops. Best for budget-friendly, laid-back group hangs. Walk-in culture, but reserve for large summer groups. Nearest: Overground at Peckham Rye, Victoria line at Brixton.
Top picks: JOIA at art'otel Battersea Power Station, Mezemiso Rooftop & Terrace
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Vibe |
Best transit |
Best for |
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Upscale, corporate-chic |
Bank / Liverpool St |
Client dinners, landmark views |
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West End |
Central, high-energy |
Leicester Sq / Covent Garden |
Pre-theatre, party groups |
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Industrial, creative |
Overground (Hackney/Dalston) |
Birthdays, away-days, casual |
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Theatrical, high-capacity |
Waterloo / London Bridge |
Large socials, summer parties |
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Laid-back, budget |
Overground / Victoria line |
Relaxed group hangs |
Page last updated in October 2026
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