Pergola on the Wharf

Semi-private bar areas require a minimum food and beverage spend of £5,000 plus VAT with 7.5% service charge added to the contract. For larger semi-private spaces like City & Billingsgate areas (up to 150 guests), the minimum spend is £10,000 plus VAT with 7.5% service charge.

For groups of 50 or more, a deposit of £10 per person is required to secure the booking. The deposit can be redeemed against a pre-order or used as a bar tab. A separate email with a secure payment form will be sent to complete the deposit payment.

Cancellations require at least 14 working days' notice for a full refund. Cancellations with more than 7 business days' notice forfeit 50% of the deposit, while cancellations with less than 7 business days' notice forfeit 100% of the deposit. Final numbers and pre-ordered beverage changes are accepted up to 48 hours prior to the event.

Guests under 18 are not permitted after 5pm Sunday to Friday. On Saturdays, a 21 and over policy operates. Valid photo ID may be requested from all guests under a challenge 25 policy, and the venue reserves the right of admission.

No, external DJs and catering are not permitted in semi-private spaces. The venue provides its own catering and entertainment options for these areas.

No, Pergola on the Wharf does not offer or permit promoted ticketed events. The venue only accommodates private bookings and company parties.

Semi-private areas can accommodate up to 150 guests and include private access to island bars, dedicated bartenders, and semi-private terrace access. The larger City & Billingsgate areas offer exclusive use of the space with your own bar staff.

Pre-orders of beverages and bar snacks are recommended to start bookings properly, with discounted drinks packages available. Once the minimum spend is reached, guests can either order individually from the bars or continue with pre-arranged selections. The deposit can be used toward pre-orders or as a bar tab.