Turning 50 deserves a skyline backdrop, so we’ve handpicked London’s best rooftop venues for milestone celebrations that feel truly unforgettable. From intimate terraces to show-stopping sky bars, expect sweeping views, season-proof setups and flexible spaces suited to cocktails, DJs or elegant dinners. Ready to take things sky-high: our venue experts can help you secure the perfect perch.
1. Aquum
Sitting pretty on Clapham High Street, Aquum’s mezzanine puts a stylish spin on a 50th, with a private bar, DJ booth and nightclub‑grade sound and lighting to get the dancefloor buzzing. Host 70–80 for a seated celebration or up to 120 standing, then step out to the leafy rooftop garden for cocktail toasts and garden‑side selfies.
With dedicated facilities and flexible furniture, it’s easy to shape the space around speeches, live DJs or a late‑night boogie. Looking for a birthday that flows from vibrant indoor energy to breezy open‑air moments? Ask our venue experts to pencil in your date and polish the details.
Location: Clapham
Capacity: 80 Standing
2. Pergola Brixton
Turning 50 with a side of sunshine? Pergola Brixton brings rooftop buzz and feel‑good beats to SW9. The season‑smart space opens to the skies on balmy days and turns snug when the breeze bites, so cocktails, DJs and dancing go off whatever the weather. Think tropical styling, great sound, and an easy flow between bar, booths and dancefloor.
Scale it to suit: take the Whole Venue for up to 600 guests, or keep it chic in The Arches for around 150 with its own bar and brick‑arched backdrop. Moments from Brixton Tube and flexible for speeches, photo ops and playlists, it’s a ready‑made party perch. Ask our venue experts to lock in your date and tailor the details.
Location: Brixton
Capacity: 600 Standing
3. Trafalgar St James
Right in the heart of the action, The Rooftop at Trafalgar St James serves up sweeping skyline views and a show-stopping backdrop over Trafalgar Square – perfect for a 50th that feels effortlessly glamorous. The canopy-covered, heated terrace keeps the party smooth year-round, so cocktails, speeches and a DJ set shine whatever the weather.
Scale your celebration with spaces for 100–180 guests: take The Deck for a chic semi‑open affair or go big across the full rooftop for a skyline soiree. Signature cocktails, smart service and easy access from Charing Cross make logistics a breeze, leaving you free to raise a glass and dance your way into the small hours.
Location: Trafalgar Square
Capacity: 180 Reception
4. London Bridge Rooftop
Perched opposite The Shard, London Bridge Rooftop delivers an instant big-birthday backdrop: think skyline views from St Paul's to the London Eye and the Tower of London, DJ-led energy, and heaters that keep the good times rolling when the sun dips. Toast 50 with signature serves (including warming hot boozy tipples) as the city lights up beneath you.
Scale your celebration your way: take the whole rooftop for up to 220 guests, or keep it intimate in the 40-guest private bar and terrace with unobstructed views. Season-smart covers and a punchy sound system make speeches and dancing a breeze. Do note access is via stairs only; our venue experts can advise on plans.
Location: London Bridge
Capacity: 220 Standing
5. The Pilot Greenwich
Moments from The O2, The Pilot Greenwich blends heritage charm with modern polish for a 50th to remember, pairing a leafy garden (with heaters) and a handsome roof terrace for golden‑hour toasts over the Peninsula. Start with cocktails upstairs, then flow inside for canapés, speeches and a soundtrack that suits your crowd – the spaces switch easily between relaxed mingling and sit‑down bites.
Choose the semi‑private Bridge with its exclusive terrace for intimate gatherings, or scale up in The Ceylon Room and spill into the garden. With North Greenwich Tube – and even the Emirates Cable Car – nearby, plus handy free parking, it’s brilliantly simple for guests to reach and even easier to love.
Location: Unknown
Capacity: 50 Standing
6. 1 Leicester Square Rooftop
Perched nine floors above Leicester Square, 1 Leicester Square Rooftop delivers cinematic skyline views for a 50th that feels pure West End glamour. Toast with golden-hour cocktails on the terrace, then watch the city glitter as the lights come up; it’s a ready-made backdrop for photos, speeches and a soundtrack that suits your style.
Keep it intimate in The View @LSQ for 30 seated or 50 standing, or take over the Whole Venue for up to 150. With Leicester Square Tube on the doorstep, slick service and flexible layouts for DJs, canapés or a seated dinner, logistics stay effortless and the focus firmly on celebrating the big five‑oh.
Location: Leicester Square
Capacity: 150 Standing
7. Century Club
Century Club's Rooftop Terrace — the largest in Soho — has a retractable glass roof, so sun or showers, the celebration rolls on. Host up to 200 for fizz‑fuelled receptions or curate an elegant seated moment for 50. The statement bar keeps service swift, while greenery and skyline glimpses set a photogenic scene for speeches and cake‑cutting.
Prefer something more intimate? Book a semi‑private section for sunset cocktails, then turn up the tempo for dancing. With Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus a short stroll away, arrivals are easy. A versatile, season‑proof perch for a 50th that feels effortlessly Soho.
Location: Soho
Capacity: 200 Reception
From Brixton beats to West End glamour, these rooftops prove there’s no better place to turn 50 than above the city lights. Whether you’re after an intimate terrace toast or a full‑blown skyline soirée, our venue experts can shortlist the best fits and secure your date. get in touch and we’ll take care of the details while you enjoy the view.
Author
Kimberley Rolph
Kimberley Rolph is an Enterprise Event Specialist at Hire Space, with a passion for venue finding and creating unforgettable events. She brings expertise and creativity to every project.
