The First Floor Lounge

The Railway

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Stylish event space with warm lighting, perfect for networking and social gatherings.
  • From £750
  • 150 Buffet
  • Putney
  • From £750
  • 150 Buffet
  • Putney
Bi-folding doors transform one space into two separate areas, perfect for events requiring both networking and presentation zones.
Sam Cotton
Sam Cotton

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Private access to roof garden
  • AV equipment and DJ access points
  • Accommodates up to 100 seated or 150 standing guests
  • 4 HD TV screens with Bluetooth connectivity
  • Bi-folding doors create flexible space options
  • Dedicated dance floor with disco ball and DJ lights
  • Private bar and toilets on same floor

A Bright, open planned room with the ability to be sectioned off as two separate spaces using bi-folding doors! A Versatile space with the latest AV equipment installed, a dedicated dance floor area with a disco ball and DJ lights and comfortable seating. Also included is the private bar making this a prime location for any style of event.




Frequently asked questions

The Events space (Lounge Bar on the first floor) accommodates up to 100 guests seated for lunch and dinner or 150 guests standing for drinks and finger food. There is no room hire fee, but you must spend a minimum of £2,500 on food and beverage plus 12.5% service charge on top.

A deposit of £250 is required to confirm your booking. This deposit will be redeemed against your final bill or refunded back to your card if the event is cancelled with proper notice.

The space includes 4 HD TVs with Bluetooth connectivity for shared screening, access points for DJs, a disco ball and DJ lights, and a dedicated dance floor area. You can play your own music and bring your own DJ for events.

Yes, the Events space features bi-folding doors that allow the room to be sectioned off into two separate spaces. This makes it ideal for events requiring different areas, such as one space for networking and another for presentations or dining.

All food and drink must be purchased at the venue - external catering is not permitted. You will have no access to a kitchen, so all catering must be arranged through The Railway's in-house services.

The Events space includes a private bar, private toilets on the same floor, and access to the private Roof Garden. There is also a cloakroom available for use at an additional charge.

The venue does not currently have a lift facility, so the first-floor Events space is only accessible via stairs. This may impact accessibility for guests with mobility requirements.

The Events space is available for exclusive hire from Monday through Sunday. Wedding bookings specifically mention availability for both first floor and second floor exclusive hire throughout the week.

Enquiries are typically held open for 24 hours before being released if no response is received. The booking process involves initial enquiry through their platform (Designmynight), followed by deposit payment to secure the date.

Yes, The Railway also offers The Snug (ground floor, up to 30 seated/50 standing, £500 minimum spend, £100 deposit) and The Cocktail Bar (second floor, up to 15 seated/40 standing, £1,000 minimum spend, £250 deposit) for smaller events.




More about The Railway

The Railway Putney - South London's best destination for all events and celebrations, big & small! Enjoy premium wines, classic lagers, craft beers and delicious cocktails alongside a hand-crafted seasonal food menu.

Spread over three floors, The Railway is the perfect setting for all occasions. Our private function room on the first floor is perfect for events with a capacity of 150 standing guests