An event space in a cocktail bar with velvet stools, tiled floors, and a fireplace at Exhibit.
An intimate event space with orange velvet chairs, beige banquettes, and a fireplace with stacked logs at Exhibit.
An event space in a cocktail bar with velvet stools, tiled floor, and a wall-mounted fireplace at Exhibit.
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A versatile event space with a central bar featuring orange velvet barstools, pendant lighting, and mosaic tile floors at Exhibit.

The Hideaway at Exhibit

Lounge in a Cocktail Bar
·
Semi-private area
The Exhibit, 12 Balham Station Rd, London, SW12 9SG –
Balham Station (0.1 mi)
Up to 12
seats
Up to 50
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Hideaway is a semi-private lounge within Exhibit, a tucked-away seating area organised around curved booths and high tables for intimate group gatherings.

Design: The Hideaway shows warm terracotta upper walls, dark lower panelling and a chequered tile floor that create a compact, vintage-inspired look. Curved cream banquettes and rust-coloured velvet stools sit beneath low-height lighting for a cosy, enclosed feel.

Features: The Hideaway includes built-in curved booth seating and tall cocktail tables arranged for semi-private use. The space has air conditioning and venue Wi‑Fi, and it can be opened onto adjacent floor space for a small dance area. The area is wheelchair accessible and served by a step-free guest entrance and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Small social groups seeking a relaxed, semi-private standing drinks reception or an informal seated catch-up.

What sets it apart: A built-in log-lined fireplace inset provides a private focal point and a distinctive backdrop for the seating area.

What guests say: Private areas at Exhibit provide flexible layouts and organised on-site event support. The space sustains lively music into the evening while benefiting from friendly, attentive staff.

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Main menu
Drinks menu
Drinks menu
Christmas menu
Christmas menu

Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Join us this Christmas for unforgettable celebration at The Exhibit!
We would love to make your event one of a kind and discuss more - please do not hesitate to submit an enquiry.

Please kindly note that minimum spend requirements might vary depending on the date / time you enquiry about.
Drinks Package
£6.50 per person
Beer Package | 100
20 bottles of beer served on ice

Bubbles Reception | 6.50pp
a glass of bubbles on entry

Prosecco Party | 170
5 bottles of ca' di alte spumante white

Wine Package | 140
5 bottles of mix-and-match white, rose or red wine

Drinks Tokens | 8
limited to a house beer or wine, glasses of bubbles or single spirit & mixer

Champagne Reception | 15pp

Prices

Monday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £400 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Capacity

Standing
up to 50
Dining
up to 12

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
European cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
Alcohol licence until 2:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: PA system / speakers
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 21 are not allowed after 18:00

Host rules

Ages 21+ only After 6PM
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Reviews and ratings

(408 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
AB
Akta B.
Verified review
Bar · 30 guests · December 2025
The room was perfect, the bar staff were amazing and so friendly and it was easy to set up. The communications through tag venue were great too!
Nothing
4.8
ED
Emily D.
Verified review
Bar · 40 guests · March 2025
A fantastic team at this place! From the booking to being welcomed on the day to the staff in the bar. Cannot fault it. The Studio was an amazing space, we made good use of the sound system, microphone and TV. It was so lovely that we were able to bring decorations, although we didn't need many as the disco balls and lights were a fantastic way to create a party atmosphere. So many people were saying how great a venue it was, I would recommend it to anyone and would never hesitate to come back
Nothing, it was absolutely fantastic.
5.0
D
Diana
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
Z
Zoe
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

No, guests cannot play their own music in the space. On Saturday nights, a DJ plays all night, and song requests are welcome.

No, a microphone cannot be used in the space.

The DJ usually plays commercial pop and feel-good music.

No, a microphone cannot be used in the space.

Exhibit is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 100%

About Exhibit

Exhibit is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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