Hire Space
Lower Deck

Battersea Barge

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  • From £185
  • 100 Buffet
  • ~5 mins from Battersea Power and Nine Elms stations or 10 mins from Vauxhall.
  • From £185
  • 100 Buffet
  • ~5 mins from Battersea Power and Nine Elms stations or 10 mins from Vauxhall.
The Battersea Barge is a unique venue on the Thames with views of Battersea Power Station, ideal for diverse events.
Mike Williams
Mike Williams

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Multiple decks
  • Spacious interior
  • Licensed bar
  • River views
  • Stage with sound and lighting

The lower deck of the Battersea Barge is unique, full of character and has great views of the Thames. It is an intimate, yet spacious setting for any event and is ideal for corporate events, parties, meetings, conferences, product launches & away days (with adjoining kitchen and bar).

We also have a stage with full lighting and sound equipment that makes it an ideal presentation space, perfect for all kinds of corporate meetings, get-togethers and conferences.

Combined with its other indoor & outdoor spaces, it works well for a product launch, networking events, drinks reception or party.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring the entire Battersea Barge can range from £3k to £8.5k depending on the date and event specifics. The inside Lower Deck is available for hire at £285 on a Saturday evening, £235 on a Thursday (peak) or Friday evening. Alternatively, we can waive this for a £2,500 minimum spend/budget.

Yes, a £200 authentication deposit is required, which covers access to the PA system and ensures compliance with the terms and conditions.

The whole boat has a capacity of 150 people, while the Lower Deck can seat up to 75 guests.

While you can bring your own DJ or use the Barge's recommended DJ for £285, music should match the venue's vibe: easy-listening, fun, and upbeat. We have sound engineers that you can use or you are welcome to use your own sound engineers, for which we would simply need a CV and references.

Food and drinks can be pre-ordered up to two weeks in advance. The kitchen is open until 10pm, and pre-orders are encouraged to ensure availability.

Bookings require payment of the hire fee or deposit to confirm; dates cannot be held without payment.

Yes, this is possible, but we would require a corkage fee.

Once confirmed and paid for we do not offer cancellations / refunds. In the extremely unlikely event that an event might need to be cancelled from our side for reasons beyond our control; we will either offer a full refund, offer a change of date or endeavour to relocate you on our sister vessel, Tamesis Dock.

More about Battersea Barge

The newly refurbished Battersea Barge is a unique venue on the Thames, docked between Chelsea and Vauxhall Bridge, with views of the iconic Battersea Power Station.

With a bar, restaurant, and stage it’s the perfect venue for weddings (we are licensed), parties & shows/performances.

It also has a spacious interior, with upper, middle and lower decks and a whole boat capacity of 150. The lower deck seats 75.

The Barge is in a great location, just several minutes’ walk from Vauxhall tube and newly opened Battersea Power & Nine Elms tube stations.

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