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Bola 8

Bar

  8 reviews  – 
122 Elephant Road, London, SE17 1LB –
Elephant & Castle Station (0.2 mi)
From £50
hire fee
Up to 120
seats
Up to 120
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
Parking not available
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Kiran Nair
Your Personal Event Manager from Pool Lounge Ltd
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Excellent communication - 5/5
4 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 5. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Lively Latin-inspired bar in Elephant and Castle with handcrafted black-and-white murals and a vibrant atmosphere featuring Latin music. Ideal for parties with DJs, pool games, and late-night celebrations.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Bola 8

The Pool Lounge at Bola 8

The Pool Lounge
Bar
·
Whole venue
120 seats
120 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
Bola 8 is a bar for socialising in a lively, music-led setting. Its character is casual, energetic and built for shared entertainment. Design: Blue LED lighting, glossy floors and dark ceilings give Bola 8 a polished, high-contrast look. Colourful wall art and illuminated screens add a playful, contemporary character. Features: Sports are shown o...
Alcohol licence until 4:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £50 hire fee
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

beer n pool for two – Christmas at The Pool Lounge

£27.50 total

Enjoy the perfect combination of friendly competion and ice cold beer for groups of 2/3.
This package includes:
- 45mins of pool
- a bucket of beer (5 bottles)
wether its a casual date, a catch up with friends, or a fun way to kick off your evening, this deal offers a perfect mix of games, drinks and good vibes
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

4.8
Amenities
4.5
Cleanliness
4.5
Location
4.8
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

JF
Jared F.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 42 guests · May 2025 · The Pool Lounge

Kieran was super accommodating, and easy to communicate with. The staff were going above and beyond to help make sure everyone was taken care of. The venue was also well equipped and clean!

4.3
CD
Christopher D.
Verified review
Party · 50 guests · February 2025 · The Pool Lounge

Kiran’s commitment to ensuring the event went how we envisioned it was second to none. He was a great organiser and because of him and his team we had a genuinely brilliant night. Highly recommend him and his venue!

5.0
SB
Sarvika B.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 35 guests · February 2025 · The Pool Lounge

A really great location for a birthday and excellent service. The host Kiran was a big help and made the whole experience smooth and memorable.

4.7
JF
Jared F.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 6:00
from £50–£75 hire fee per hour
The Pool Lounge
11:00 – 6:00
from £50–£75 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
11:00 – 6:00
from £50–£75 hire fee per hour
The Pool Lounge
11:00 – 6:00
from £50–£75 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
11:00 – 6:00
from £50–£75 hire fee per hour
The Pool Lounge
11:00 – 6:00
from £50–£75 hire fee per hour
Thursday
11:00 – 6:00
from £50–£75 hire fee per hour
The Pool Lounge
11:00 – 6:00
from £50–£75 hire fee per hour
Friday
11:00 – 6:00
from £75–£250 hire fee per hour
The Pool Lounge
11:00 – 6:00
from £75–£250 hire fee per hour
Saturday
11:00 – 6:00
from £75–£250 hire fee per hour
The Pool Lounge
11:00 – 6:00
from £75–£250 hire fee per hour
Sunday
11:00 – 6:00
from £75–£250 hire fee per hour
The Pool Lounge
11:00 – 6:00
from £75–£250 hire fee per hour

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 120
standing
Up to 120
seats
External catering allowed
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Bola 8

Bola 8 is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

The Pool Lounge at Bola 8 is a Latin-inspired venue in Elephant & Castle, holding up to 120 guests seated or standing. It runs as a sports bar during the day and shifts into a nightclub setting in the evening.

The space has 3 full-size American pool tables, a full-size table tennis table, giant Connect 4 and Jenga, a karaoke station, a nightclub sound system, and 5 large screens for visuals or presentations. The decor draws on Colombian culture, with custom neon artwork and Latin styling around the space.

It works well for birthday parties, corporate socials, and private hire of all sizes.

What's included:
• Nightclub-grade sound and lighting
• Flexible drinks options: bar tab, drinks packages, or pay-as-you-go
• Late license
• Fully flexible layout
• Easy access via Elephant & Castle station

The events team is on hand to help with planning and setup.

Usually booked for
Birthday Party

Typically for 35-45 guests and costs between £350 - £900.

"The venue was also well equipped and clean!"

- Jared F. May 2025

Usually booked for
Party

Typically for 50-80 guests and costs about £2,000.

"Highly recommend him and his venue!"

- Christopher D. Feb 2025

FAQ

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

At Bola 8, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

Bola 8 does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Bola 8:

  • The Pool Lounge hosting 42 guests: £350

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Bola 8 is located at 122 Elephant Road, in Newington, London. The nearest metro station is Elephant & Castle Station.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Sarvika B. rated it 4.7/5 stars
    'A really great location for a birthday and excellent service. The host Kiran was a big help and made the whole experience smooth and memorable.'
  • Jared F. rated it 4.3/5 stars
    'Kieran was super accommodating, and easy to communicate with. The staff were going above and beyond to help make sure everyone was taken care of. The venue was also well equipped and clean!'

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