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Arding & Hobbs, Main Events Suite

Q: Does the venue provide catering, or can I bring my own food and drinks?

Catering is organised in-house through the venue’s team.

Q: Can I decorate or brand the venue for my event?

Yes, this suite is very flexible and can be tailored with decor and branding to your event’s style.

Q: Is the venue accessible, and does it have parking or nearby transport links?

The venue is easily accessed via Clapham Junction station; please ask the host about parking availability.

Q: What is the venue’s pricing structure e.g. minimum spend, dry hire, or package options?

The Main Events Suite hire begins from £3,000 per day.

10 St John's Rd, London, SW11 -

From
£3000 min spend
Up to
150 guests
Offers
catering
Internal Catering
allowed

About Venue

Welcome to x+why Arding & Hobbs, a beautifully restored landmark in the heart of Clapham Junction. Once a grand department store, this iconic building has been reimagined as a vibrant space for meetings, conferences, and social events. It blends its rich history with a fresh, modern design, making it the perfect setting for anything from business gatherings to celebrations.

The venue features a dedicated catering suite, four stylish meeting rooms, a rooftop terrace, and a versatile events suite that can host up to 120 guests theatre-style, 150x standing or 80 Cabaret Style Whether you’re planning a drinks reception, dinner, awards night, or corporate event, we’ve got you covered.

Arding & Hobbs is more than just a venue. It’s a space where people come together to connect, create, and celebrate in a setting full of character and charm!

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 150

Dining

up to 80

Theatre

up to 120

Cabaret

up to 80

Pricing
& Opening Hours

Weekly schedule

monday
08:00 - 02:00
tuesday
08:00 - 02:00
wednesday
08:00 - 02:00
thursday
08:00 - 02:00
friday
08:00 - 02:00
saturday
08:00 - 02:00
sunday
Closed

Price type:

from £3000 per day
from £3000 per day
from £3000 per day
from £3000 per day
from £3000 per day
from £3000 per day
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Food & Beverage

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Alcohol

Facilities & Amenities

Cloakroom

Disabled access

Lectern

Natural light

Outdoor / Garden / Beach

Stage

Table / chairs included

Tea

Whiteboards

Public transport

Premises parking

Breakout rooms

Audio & Visual

Sound system

Microphone

Projector & screen

TV screen

WiFi

Space Rules

Allowed events

Licensed for alcohol

Cancellation policy

Should the Hirer cancel the booking, the following charges will apply: Up to 45 days before the Event - 50% of the Total Venue Hire Fee; Less than 45 days before the Event - 75% of the Total Venue Hire Fee; Less than 30 days before the Event - 100% of the Total Venue Hire Fee; Less than 48 hours from the Event - 100% of the Estimated Event Cost

Location

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Reviews

Kevin Wallis-Eade
July 2025
The conversion has been done to a very high standard creating an excellent workplace. The facilities look good and the hospitality staff were very helpful and courteous. Recommended.
Benjamin
April 2025
A stunning building that has recently been transformed, a true diamond in the rough
Susan
June 2025
I like TK Maxx.