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Battersea Arts Centre, Members' Bar

Q: What’s included in the venue hire price?

Exclusive use of our atmospheric first-floor Victorian bar lounge with comfy sofas and its own staffed bar. Background PA, mic on request, furniture, lighting and house sound are included, the room is yours privately.

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

All drinks and any food are provided in-house (cash bar, open bar or pre-paid tabs). Options range from bar snacks and boards to canapés/buffets. External F&B isn’t permitted (celebration cakes by arrangement).

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

Bunting, balloons, pop-up banners, table pieces and custom menus work well. Temporary fixings only; no damage to walls/woodwork.

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

Step-free via lift to the first floor; level inside. We’re on Lavender Hill, which is 5-7 mins from Clapham Junction with buses outside. No on-site parking; limited paid street/nearby car parks.

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

Minimum-spend model on bar/catering from £2,160 per day

Battersea Arts Centre, Lavender Hill, London, SW11 5TN, SW11 5TN -

Up to
100 guests
Offers
catering
External Catering
allowed

About Venue

Welcome to Battersea Arts Centre, a home for your extraordinary events!

We offer more than just a venue for your event; we provide a unique and inspiring space where creativity thrives.

Nestled in the heart of Battersea, our historic building is not only a stunning backdrop for any occasion but also a hub of artistic innovation and community engagement.

Whether you’re planning a wedding, gala dinner, private party, team meeting, away day, or film shoot, our versatile spaces including our magnificent Grand Hall can be tailored to your needs.

By choosing us, you become part of a vibrant creative community and support groundbreaking theatre productions and vital community programs.

Battersea Arts Centre is more than a venue; it’s a place where memories are made, and the future of the arts is shaped.

About this space:

The Members' Bar is a versatile meeting space at Battersea Arts Centre, well-suited for board meetings, workshops, training days, and away days. Its layout can adapt from formal presentations to more collaborative sessions, and the adjoining New Committee Room can be added as a breakout area for group work or private discussions. With natural light and flexible capacity, it provides a practical yet comfortable setting for professional events.

Organisers can choose from a range of layouts, making the space ideal for both small teams and larger groups. AV equipment and catering options can be arranged to support the flow of your day.

- Capacity: 40 boardroom / 80 theatre / 60 cabaret / 40 classroom / 100 standing
- Flexible layout options for meetings and workshops
- Option to add adjoining New Committee Room as breakout space
- Dry hire with internal and external catering available
- Projector, screen, and TV screen available
- Microphone, sound system, lectern, and flipchart
- Disabled access, cloakroom, natural light, and WiFi

Contact us through VenueScanner to check availability, book this space, or explore other rooms that could work for your event.

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 100

Theatre

up to 80

Boardroom

up to 40

Cabaret

up to 40

Classroom

up to 60

Pricing
& Opening Hours

Weekly schedule

monday
09:00 - 24:00
tuesday
09:00 - 24:00
wednesday
09:00 - 24:00
thursday
09:00 - 24:00
friday
09:00 - 24:00
saturday
09:00 - 24:00
sunday
Closed

Price type:

from £270 per hour
from £270 per hour
from £270 per hour
from £270 per hour
from £270 per hour
from £270 per hour
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Food & Beverage

Catering arrangements

Refreshments

Alcohol

Facilities & Amenities

Cloakroom

Disabled access

Heating

Lectern

Natural light

Stage

Table / chairs included

Public transport

Premises parking

Overnight accommodation

Audio & Visual

Sound system

Microphone

Projector & screen

TV screen

Flipchart

WiFi

Space Rules

Allowed events

Wedding ceremony licence

Promoted/ticketed events

Licensed for alcohol

Cancellation policy

50% refundable 14 days before the event

Location

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Reviews

Tim hendorson
October 2025
Battersea Arts Centre is one of those rare venues that feels alive. The building itself has real character — old, beautiful, and full of small creative corners that make you want to explore. The staff are welcoming, the atmosphere is relaxed, and there’s always something interesting going on, from small local performances to bigger experimental shows. The café and bar area are also great spots to sit, work, or catch up with friends. It’s a genuine community hub that manages to stay creative without feeling pretentious.
Mark Smith
November 2025
One of the most exciting theatre venues in London. A great bar too. Easy to get there on the 87 bus from central London
Lucy Brook
October 2025
A beautiful building with interesting and uplifting decor. The centre has great accessibility, felt at ease watching a relaxed performance and using the designated chill out space afterwards.

Rupert Dannreuther
October 2025
Love Battersea Arts Centre but it does seem to produce a lot less than in the past. The whole building used to host work in progress (scratch) performances. It doesn’t seem as buzzy now. Bring back scratch and use the amazing building you have.