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Top Venues by the Water in London
London’s waterfront venues make every occasion unforgettable. Picture hosting your event with sweeping views of the Thames, toasting with friends beside Tower Bridge, or celebrating in a stylish warehouse space in Canary Wharf. From rooftop terraces in Battersea to cosy riverside restaurants along the South Bank, there’s a venue for every gathering, big or small whether it’s a wedding, business meeting, or birthday party. Find your spot and let the Thames be the backdrop for your next memorable event.
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![The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank, London]()
from £2300
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Rooftop Terrace bar
120 guestsDoggett's Coat and BadgeBlackfriars StationSouth Bank, LondonAAnna
“I booked the venue for my husband's belayed 50th birthday party.” -
![Balcony Room at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe in Southwark, London]()
from £850
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityBalcony Room
120 guestsSwan, Shakespeare's GlobeMansion House StationSouthwark, LondonSSarah R.
“I hired the Balcony Room for my 30th and had the best experience. The views and location were surreal.” -
![Summer | Crown & Anchor at Between the Bridges in Waterloo, London]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilitySummer | Crown & Anchor
200 guestsBetween the BridgesWaterloo StationWaterloo, LondonSSophia
“Lovely venue, with really good food, and vibes would book here again for a laid back corporate function.” -
![Summer Party at The Tattershall Castle in Whitehall, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySummer Party
60 guestsThe Tattershall CastleEmbankment StationWhitehall, LondonJJay F.
“Location, the rented space some members of staff.” -
![The Lantern by Tonik at The Lantern by Tonik in Southwark Borough, London]()
from £120
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Lantern by Tonik
40 guestsThe Lantern by TonikBermondsey StationSouthwark Borough, LondonPPriya B.
“Zoe was very helpful. I would recommend this venue and look to rebook again for next time.” -
![The Balcony Bar at BFI Southbank in Waterloo, London]()
from £2700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Balcony Bar
120 guestsBFI SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, LondonDDella T.
“Great Location and fantastic space - perfect for our event” -
![Thomas Doggett’s Bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank, London]()
from £1800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThomas Doggett’s Bar
120 guestsDoggett's Coat and BadgeBlackfriars StationSouth Bank, LondonSSusan
“Great location and views. Great space for a family event. Food was generally good quality.” -
![Entire Ship at The Golden Hinde in Southwark, London]()
from £1380
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Ship
120 guestsThe Golden HindeLondon Bridge StationSouthwark, LondonCCharlie
“An absolutely awesome venue that I was shocked could even be hired out, let alone on New Year's Eve!” -
![Whole Space at The Boathouse London - Paddington East in Paddington, London]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhole Space
35 guestsThe Boathouse London - Paddington EastPaddington StationPaddington, London
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LLouisa H.
“Beautiful space and really made my sister’s hen do perfect. Would definitely book again.” -
![Upstairs Taproom Event Space at 3Locks Industrial Brewery Riverside Views in Camden, London]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUpstairs Taproom Event Space
70 guests3Locks Industrial Brewery Riverside ViewsCamden Town StationCamden, LondonCCatherine D.
“Fantastic space for somewhere different for a work team meeting for 22 people.” -
![Waterfront Suite at Holiday Inn London - Brentford Lock in Brentford, London]()
from £4000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWaterfront Suite
500 guestsHoliday Inn London - Brentford LockBrentford, LondonTTina
“The venue was big and overall I had a great experience with the Brentford lock.” -
![Semi-Private Area at No.35 Mackenzie Walk in Canary Wharf, London]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Private Area
150 guestsNo.35 Mackenzie WalkHeron Quays StationCanary Wharf, LondonPPatrizia L.
“Quality and Service at the venue, as well as the booking process”
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“Drinks prices and atmosphere were really good for being in Battersea.”
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“The Battersea Barge were incredibly helpful in facilitating a space for a birthday party.”
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“The sound system at the venue was perfect and I played music from my phone.”
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“Prices are reasonable. Our guests commented that all food was flavorsome and delicious.”
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“The restaurant was very accommodating with a date change.”
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“We recently celebrated my husband’s birthday at this venue, and overall it was a lovely experience.”
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“Will defo be keeping the team and venue in mind for upcoming events!”
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“Venue was one of the best I've experience for a meeting venue. Service and food was great.”
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“Amazing space, perfect for our all day team meeting with ample break out spaces”
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“Really lovely venue with professional staff.”
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“I will celebrate another event there but only with a different management.”
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“I booked the balcony bar for my party & it was excellent.”
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“The staff could not have been friendlier, bartenders were brilliant, and the location is exceptional.”
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“I loved that we had use of the semi private outdoor space. Staff were friendly, helpful and very accommodating”
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“The venue was great, the views are great and the boat is spacious.”
FAQs about Top Venues by the Water in London
The cost of waterfront venues averages around £2800 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in London, based on Tagvenue data from July 2026:
| From £1600 | to £5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £50 | to £108 | per person |
| From £1000 | to £4799 | 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 Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Would definitely recommend and book again. Fantastic venue!’ -
Balcony Room at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe in Southwark - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The booking team were all really helpful and did their best to get the room set up exactly as we wanted it.’ -
Summer | Crown & Anchor at Between the Bridges in Waterloo - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Really good relaxed venue, everyone loved it! food lasted ages and drinks were flowing...’
You'll find waterfront 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 (July 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average £1600 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 180 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 205 guests | prices average £9500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.6 mi from central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
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The West Facing Deck at Tamesis Dock
on Albert Embankmemt - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘If you're looking for a more intimate gathering, I would highly recommend this place! Thanks for a great night...’ -
Mezemiso Rooftop & Terrace at Mezemiso, Rooftop Restaurant & Shisha Terrace
on 10 Albert Embankment - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: Perched high on the 15th floor, Mezemiso offers stunning panoramic views of the River Thames and the Houses of Parliament. This exceptional space is available for private hire, making it the perfect setting for birthdays -
Riverside Venue at Westminster Boating Base
on 136 Grosvenor Road Pimlico - 0.6 mi from centre.
Venue said: With its central London location, uninterrupted riverside views, and highly adaptable event spaces, Westminster Boating Base is a sought‑after choice for full‑venue hire, Thames‑side events, and large‑capacity corporate or...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of July 2026), users looking for waterfront venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Venue | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 300 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £4500 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 120 guests |
| Boat | prices average £13600 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 250 guests |
| Pub | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 70 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 120 guests |
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