Battersea Barge
Boat
#13 of 228 Birthday Party venues in South London
#3 of 85 Live Music venues in South London
24 reviews
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Nine Elms Lane, London, SW11 8PZ
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Pimlico Station (0.5 mi)
Tamesis & Barge Ahoy
Your Personal Event Manager from Tamesis Dock Ltd
Response rate: 99%
Response time: Within
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Partnered with Tagvenue for 4 years
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Excellent communication - 4.5/5
122 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.5. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
Spaces for hire at Battersea Barge
Lower Deck
Event Space
·
Private space
100 seats
120 standing
The lower deck includes exclusive use of the stage area and audience space and is the perfect space for events, live music, cabaret, theatre, parties and weddings. If you intend to host a performance, there is a dressing room available. The lower deck can seat 70 guests, and more at a squeeze. The whole boat’s capacity is 150. The space is availabl...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £185 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
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East Deck (partially covered)
Pub
·
Private space
25 standing
Our partially covered east deck can be hired for 25+ guests, with more possible, as you can spread out to the rest of the boat. It has great views of the river and provides a private space for special parties. Tables and chairs can be moved to make extra space if needed.
For a video walk-through of the Battersea Barge, please visit our website.
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £150 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
Enquire now
Terrace - (Partially Covered)
Terrace
·
Private space
40 standing
The uncovered terrace is available for 40+ Guests for a £250 hire or pre-paid minimum spend. It makes for very relaxed terrace vibes and is a highly versatile space, with tables and chairs moves to create extra standing room. The other big plus for this space is that it combines indoor and outdoor and allows for all weathers.
For a video walk-thro...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £250 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
Enquire now
Whole Boat/ Partial Boat hire
Event Space
·
Whole venue
80 seats
150 standing
The Battersea Barge is a unique newly refurbished venue space in the heart of Nine Elms.
We offer whole or partial boat hire for all sizes and occasions including weddings, live music & corporate events.
A unique space offering 2 spacious Indoor & outdoor decks with lots of windows set amongst beautiful landscape away from the main road. We can c...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £5500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
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Indoor Middle Deck
Event Space
·
Shared space
70 standing
The Indoor Middle Deck offers a perfect balance between the vibe of a vintage vessel and the comfort of a modern event space. With large windows overlooking the Thames, it provides a light-filled setting that feels both cosy and open and is ideal for events of all kinds.
It can comfortably be used for 40 guests but as guests are welcome to spread ...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £150 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
Enquire now
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Prices and opening hours
Monday
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
East Deck (partially covered)
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Lower Deck
19:00 –
23:00
from
£185
hire fee
Terrace - (Partially Covered)
13:30 –
23:00
from
£250
hire fee
Whole Boat/ Partial Boat hire
13:00 –
23:00
from
£5500–£15500
min. spend
Indoor Middle Deck
13:30 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Tuesday
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
East Deck (partially covered)
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Lower Deck
19:00 –
23:00
from
£185
hire fee
Terrace - (Partially Covered)
13:30 –
23:00
from
£250
hire fee
Whole Boat/ Partial Boat hire
13:00 –
23:00
from
£5500–£15500
min. spend
Indoor Middle Deck
13:30 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Wednesday
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
East Deck (partially covered)
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Lower Deck
19:00 –
23:00
from
£185
hire fee
Terrace - (Partially Covered)
13:30 –
23:00
from
£250
hire fee
Whole Boat/ Partial Boat hire
13:00 –
23:00
from
£5500–£15500
min. spend
Indoor Middle Deck
13:30 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Thursday
13:00 –
0:00
from
£150
hire fee
East Deck (partially covered)
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Lower Deck
19:00 –
0:00
from
£285
hire fee
Terrace - (Partially Covered)
13:30 –
23:00
from
£250
hire fee
Whole Boat/ Partial Boat hire
13:00 –
23:00
from
£5500–£15500
min. spend
Indoor Middle Deck
13:30 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Friday
13:00 –
0:00
from
£150
hire fee
East Deck (partially covered)
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Lower Deck
19:00 –
0:00
from
£285
hire fee
Terrace - (Partially Covered)
13:30 –
0:00
from
£250
hire fee
Whole Boat/ Partial Boat hire
13:00 –
0:00
from
£5500–£15500
min. spend
Indoor Middle Deck
13:30 –
0:00
from
£150
hire fee
Saturday
12:00 –
0:00
from
£150
hire fee
East Deck (partially covered)
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Lower Deck
12:00 –
0:00
from
£185–£285
hire fee
Terrace - (Partially Covered)
13:30 –
0:00
from
£250
hire fee
Whole Boat/ Partial Boat hire
13:00 –
0:00
from
£5500–£15500
min. spend
Indoor Middle Deck
13:30 –
0:00
from
£150
hire fee
Sunday
12:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
East Deck (partially covered)
13:00 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Lower Deck
12:00 –
23:00
from
£185
hire fee
Terrace - (Partially Covered)
13:30 –
23:00
from
£250
hire fee
Whole Boat/ Partial Boat hire
13:00 –
23:00
from
£5500–£15500
min. spend
Indoor Middle Deck
13:30 –
23:00
from
£150
hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users
Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.
Facilities and catering options
Up to 150
standing
Up to 100
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol
Reviews and ratings
4.6
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
4 recent guests highly rated cleanliness and service quality
Amenities
4.5
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.8
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.5
Catering
3.0
Communication
4.8
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EB
Emily B.
Verified review
Boat · 15 guests
· May 2025
The Battersea Barge were incredibly helpful in facilitating a space for a birthday party. The online team were super responsive and I was able to meet Murtaza in advance to look at the space and decide on the best area. Overall would definitely recommend the barge for any event :)
Submitted 4 months ago
5.0
SP
Sai P.
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 60 guests
· March 2025
All hopes of having a great time were met with ease at the Battersea barge. From communication about viewing the venue (which they recommended) to testing the audio prior to the event, pre-ordering and food/drinks - everything sailed smoothly. As soon as interest was expressed, detailed information was shared with regards to options and next steps. The setting of the barge can’t be beaten and everyone who visited remarked on how unique and nice the place was. Thirsty guests found themselves a nice drink at the bar; hungry ones munched on some pizzas and garlic bread; breathless ones climbed to the terrace to steal some stunning views of the city line.
The sound system at the venue was perfect and I played music from my phone.
The staff were very friendly and patient. From greeting upon arrival to ensuring that everyone on board was having a good time. Kudos to the team who run this place. It’s definitely a spot to regular.
Overall a 10/10 experience. Had a memorable evening.
Chips / fries would be a nice add to the food menu.
Submitted 6 months ago
4.7
MW
Magenta W.
Verified review
Pub · 50 guests
· August 2022
Great venue. And great space to host any event. Staff were accommodating to all our needs and made it all work to come together. Drinks prices and atmosphere were really good for being in Battersea.
The pricing of the food package is extremely high and over priced.
A very small cheese platter for 30-40 people- no where near enough crackers and for the Price of £250 is insane. Definitely not worth the money
Submitted 3 years ago
4.5
BS
Bruce S.
Verified review
Riverside · 25 guests
· July 2022
Drinks catering was great, the venue great, the staff very helpful and the way they set aside the space for the party was great.
There was a lack of clarity and inconsistent information about whether food would be available and when. In the end, food was not available, and we wish we had known that prior and during the party. Otherwise we would have ordered in, but were left hanging for some time when the messaging was unclear and staff could not confirm whether they could provide food or not. Please be more clear in your messaging prior and during about capacity of food delivery
Submitted 3 years ago
4.4
About Battersea Barge
Battersea Barge is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.
The newly refurbished Battersea Barge is a unique venue in Nine Elms on the Thames. We are docked between Chelsea and Vauxhall Bridge, by the new Battersea Power & Nine Elms tube Stations as well as Vauxhall. We offer views of the Battersea Power Station & City.
With food, drinks and a stage it’s the perfect venue for riverside weddings (we are licensed), parties & shows – music, comedy, cabaret or theatre.
For a video walk-through of the Battersea Barge, please visit our website.
With food, drinks and a stage it’s the perfect venue for riverside weddings (we are licensed), parties & shows – music, comedy, cabaret or theatre.
For a video walk-through of the Battersea Barge, please visit our website.
FAQ
At Battersea Barge, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Paid parking facilities are available nearby
Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Battersea Barge:
- Lower Deck hosting 60 guests: £684.96
- Whole Boat/ Partial Boat hire hosting 80 guests: £4000
- East Deck (partially covered) hosting 25 guests: £300
- Terrace - (Partially Covered) hosting 20 guests: £182.96
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
Battersea Barge is located at Nine Elms Lane, in the Battersea, London district of London. The nearest metro station is Pimlico Station.
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