Waterfront Venues for Hire in London

The cost of waterfront venues averages around £2600 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:

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

• 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 (November 2026):

These are the venues within 0.6 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• The Lower Deck at Tamesis Dock on Albert Embankmemt - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great space, sound, nice toilets, ace view and easy to get to. The staff were wonderful and so helpful.’
• The Green Room at The Riverside on Hamilton House 5 St George’s Wharf - 0.5 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great - one of few places in Central London that could book me an area for 30 people without a minimum spend.’
• Riverside Venue at Westminster Boating Base on 136 Grosvenor Road Pimlico - 0.6 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The room presents clear sightlines and a straightforward, functional interior suited to daytime light and evening lighting effects. Features: A fixed PA system and speakers are installed for announcements and amplified music.

Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for waterfront venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller waterfront venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in London, based on Tagvenue data as of November 2026:

• West Terrace at Wagtail, rated 4.8/5 - rooftop for 60 guests
  Our user said: ‘Loved the staff and how helpful they were in sorting out issues. Thank you!’

• Private Section at All Bar One Butlers Wharf, rated 5/5 - function room for 45 guests
  Our user said: ‘The space was open and clean. I loved that we had use of the semi private outdoor space.’

• River Room at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 35 guests
  Our user said: ‘Wow, just WOW! ? The Balcony Room was a DREAM venue for our small wedding reception.’

Cheap waterfront venues in London start from £15 per person or £500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of November 2026:

• The Green Room at The Riverside, from £16 per person (up to 30 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Great - one of few places in Central London that could book me an area for 30 people without a minimum spend.’

• Balcony Bar at Samuel Pepys Bar & Kitchen, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 70 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The staff decorated the room prior to my arrival & it looked great. I would highly recommend this venue.’

• The Wolsey Room at Duke's Head Putney, from £80 hire fee per hour (up to 70 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The room has recently been repainted which makes it look even better. Would recommend for sure!’

In London, waterfront venues are most commonly booked for 30 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of November 2026: