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As PAs across the country know, it's not easy to find a venue for after work drinks, and it's even harder to find a venue that everyone will like. The good news is, there's plenty of choice in London. Take your pick from hundreds of bars, pubs and clubs and make your after work drinks something to look forward to! See our selection of top picks below to inspire you and freshen up your after work drinks.


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Celebrate the end of that 9-5 in style, with one of our top places for after work drinks in London - from rooftop bars to unusual venues.

After Work Drinks London

Work Drinks

Award-winning cocktail bar near Clapham Junction, ideal for after work drinks. Up to 150 standing, midnight licence weekdays, from £500 minimum spend.

The whole venue is available for private hire for parties of up to 150 people. It is perfect for birthday celebrations, office drinks and leaving do's. Bar Social is licensed until midnight on week days and until 2.30am on weekends. There are great resident DJs on rotation every weekend and guests can also enjoy the longest happy hours in the area! Prices indicated are general guidelines for minimum spends.

Stylish intimate venue with warm lighting for private events and networking gatherings.

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Intimate lounge venue with plush seating for private events and gatherings.

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Whole Venue at Bar Social with colorful spirits, ideal for networking events and celebrations.

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Stylish lounge area in Bar Social, perfect for intimate gatherings and networking events.

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Vibrant premium spirits display at Bar Social for upscale networking events.

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Whole Venue

Bar Social

Award-winning BBQ restaurant in trendy Spitalfields with dark industrial interiors, craft cocktails, and standing capacity for 85 people. From £1,500 weekday hire.

HotBox is an award winning BBQ restaurant situated in the heart of trendy Spitalfields. Located a stones throw away from the bustle of Shoreditch, HotBox is the perfect venue for a special dinner or private event.

Some of the finest award winning BBQ in London with a fantastic selection of craft beer, wines and cocktails, HotBox is a unique culinary destination. 

Dark industrial interiors and fun communal seating make it a perfect venue for private dinners, exhibitions, parties, events, workshops, seminars and product launches. 

Elegant champagne flutes at HotBox Spitalfields for upscale events and celebrations.

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Vibrant networking event at HotBox London with engaged attendees and warm lighting.

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DJ mixing tracks at HotBox Spitalfields, a stylish venue for upscale events.

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Bartender mixing drinks at HotBox Spitalfields, perfect for networking events.

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Lively dining at HotBox Spitalfields with engaging food presentation for events.

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HotBox Spitalfields

HotBox London

300-capacity themed bar in Soho with fairground ground floor and Parisian boudoir upstairs, ideal for after work drinks from £90 per person.

Split across two floors, Bar Soho can be hired exclusively for large events, parties and receptions both Business & Social. The ground floor bar features a fairground theme with Waltzer seating areas.

Head upstairs to the Boudoir bar which is set out like a Parisian apartment. Seating areas include a bathroom, bedroom and living room! 

With a total capacity of 300 standing, Bar Soho is the perfect venue to suit a wide variety of events!  

Vibrant Bar Soho venue with eclectic decor for creative events and networking.

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Stylish Bar Soho venue with modern furnishings, perfect for networking events and social functions.

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Vibrant Bar Soho venue with artistic ceiling, perfect for networking events and gatherings.

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Vibrant bar venue in Soho with eclectic decor for networking and social events.

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Vibrant Bar Soho venue with artistic ceiling, perfect for creative events and gatherings.

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Bar Soho

The Deco Lounge offers its own private bar within intimate surrounds - ideal for intimate cocktail parties for up to 50 people.
The Deco Lounge is a step back into the 20’s with it’s chic styling and old fashioned comfort allowing house guests to stretch out in comfort, while the private bar ensures that the next cocktail is always within arm's reach.

Tucked away, the Deco Lounge is a 1920' style private area, perfect for laid back nights out.
With its glamorous vibes, this is the ideal area for birthday parties to friend gatherings. 

The area has its own private bar and AUX cable to play your own music.
The main dance floor and rooftop remains available for you to enjoy all night ! 

*Total Capacity—50 
*Total Seats—25
*Private Bar
*Play your own music 
*Decorations allowed 
*Cosy/intime vibes 

Stylish Deco Lounge in The Big Chill, perfect for networking events and gatherings.

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Stylish lounge with plush seating for networking events at The Big Chill.

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Stylish event space at The Deco Lounge, perfect for intimate gatherings and upscale events.

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Stylish Deco Lounge with cozy seating, ideal for networking events and gatherings.

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The Deco Lounge

The Big Chill

The Deco Lounge at The Big Chill House

The impressive Black Bar is a superb space in the heart of the City. Hire your own private bar with lounge style seating areas and plenty of surrounding floor space. The private bar it is perfectly suited for drinks/canape receptions, Christmas parties, sporting events and office parties. 

The Copper Bar on the mid level is home of our Masterclasses. High tables specifically crafted with built in coolers to chill wines or spirits. The bar is made of Copper and is the main feature in this bright and spacious room. This room will give you direct access onto our covered outside terrace making the space perfect for private hires.

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Copper Bar

Jamie’s Adams Court

The Black Bar at Rocket City

Vibrant 400-capacity Shoreditch venue with large outdoor terrace, perfect for after work drinks. Recent quotes from £2,917 for 85 people exclusive hire.

The venue is available for exclusive hire and is the ideal place to throw a colourful, lively party that your guests won't forget. The bright, vibrant areas are perfect for entertaining and for private parties for any occasion, be it a summer BBQ, sports screening, Christmas or celebrating for the sake of it.
There is a dancefloor, DJ Booth, cloakroom, large outdoor area with outdoor heating options and no hire fee although a minimum spend applies.

Vibrant event space in Shoreditch with colorful decor for networking and gatherings.

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Stylish event space in Shoreditch with plush red seating and elegant marble tables.

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Stylish venue in Shoreditch with plush red booths for intimate cocktail events.

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Vibrant outdoor event space in Shoreditch with colorful decor and string lights.

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Vibrant event space in Shoreditch with book decor, ideal for casual meetings and gatherings.

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Barrio - Shoreditch

Quirky Shoreditch venue with graffiti wall art, perfect for after work drinks up to 60 people, from £600 evening hire with no corkage charge.

Attendant Shoreditch serves as a cool and quirky space for private evening events of all kinds. Accommodating up to 60 people, the popular venue offers a catering menu full of food and drinks so that patrons don't stay peckish. 

Alternatively, guests can opt for dry hire and bring their own snacks and tipples - with no corkage charge. The intimate yet spacious environment, with graffiti wall art, is hireable complete with a first-rate sound system.

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Whole Venue 

Attendant Shoreditch 

A stylish rooftop space with stunning city views, perfect for al fresco dining and cocktails.

For the most prestigious occasions, choose The Rooftop. 

Enjoy a selection of convivial small plates and expertly crafted cocktails, all set against the stunning backdrop of the city skyline - an unforgettable setting for your event.

For premium al fresco dining, opt for The Gallery, or unwind at The Deck, our sun-drenched area, perfect for a relaxed cocktail reception.
Available for both exclusive and non-exclusive events.


Rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with city skyline, perfect for upscale events.

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Stunning rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with sunset views, perfect for events.

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Rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with city skyline, ideal for evening events and gatherings.

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Rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with city skyline, ideal for evening events.

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Rooftop venue at Trafalgar St James with city skyline, ideal for intimate gatherings and events.

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The Rooftop

Trafalgar St James

An elegant oak-clad library with park views, ideal for evening events in Westminster.

The grand Elizabethan style Library is clad in warm oak and has stunning views over St James's Park, making it an ideal backdrop for film and photo shoots. This elegant space, located within One Birdcage Walk, home of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, offers a unique blend of period charm and modern amenities. With air conditioning and high-speed Wi-Fi, the Library provides a comfortable environment for creative professionals. Evening hire is available, allowing you to capture the enchanting ambiance of this historic venue. Situated in the heart of Westminster, just moments from iconic landmarks, the Library is perfect for those seeking a distinctive setting for their visual projects.

Elegant library with wooden architecture, perfect for intimate meetings and events.

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Elegant library with wooden architecture, ideal for workshops and literary events.

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Elegant library with warm wood tones, perfect for intimate meetings and workshops.

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Elegant library at One Birdcage Walk, perfect for workshops and book launches.

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Film and Photo

Library

One Birdcage Walk

A desirable large and open shooting room, enquire for more info.

The Frame at Qube Elephant Lounge, vibrant backdrop for virtual events and performances.

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Individual presenting in creative Qube Elephant Lounge, ideal for inspiring events.

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Versatile event space at Qube Elephant Lounge with seamless white backdrop for presentations.

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Panel discussion at Qube Elephant Lounge with vibrant decor and engaging speakers.

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Dynamic photoshoot at Qube Elephant Lounge with professional lighting setup for events.

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DJ performing at Qube Elephant Lounge with vibrant purple backdrop for events.

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Dynamic interview setup at Qube Elephant Lounge, perfect for livestreaming and events.

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The Frame

Qube Elephant Lounge & Bar

Are you looking for the perfect Christmas party venue for your next celebration?
Puttshack White City with its capacity of 750 guests, is the ideal place for large scale conferences, seminars, workshops and presentations.
And after your meeting, choose from our delicious Christmas packages to enjoy our globally inspired food and drink selection right before teeing off!

Christmas event venue with stylish bar and vibrant atmosphere at Puttshack White City.

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Christmas event space at Puttshack White City with modern design and vibrant lighting.

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Christmas event space at Puttshack White City with vibrant decor and fun activities.

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Vibrant Christmas event space with modern bar at Puttshack White City, ideal for gatherings.

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Christmas event space at Puttshack White City with vibrant decor and flexible seating.