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Pergola on the Wharf

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Stylish event space at Billingsgate with modern bar, ideal for receptions and gatherings.
  • From £5000
  • 60 Standing
  • Canary Wharf
  • From £5000
  • 60 Standing
  • Canary Wharf
Botanical waterside Eden with panoramic Canary Wharf dock views and floor-to-ceiling windows creating a unique indoor-outdoor atmosphere.
Saheli Dhokia
Saheli Dhokia

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  • Lush botanical setting
  • Private terrace access
  • Live music and DJ capability
  • Panoramic waterside views
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Island bar with dedicated bartenders
  • High tables and bar stools
Our Billingsgate bar area, hosts views of our terrace and Canary Wharfs Northern Dock. We can accommodate up to 60 guests standing. The space comes equipped with high tables and bar stools, along with private access to parts of our Island bar and dedicated bartenders for your event. The space is the ideal location for Birthday Parties and Work Drinks.

Frequently asked questions

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.

Semi-private bar areas accommodate up to 60 guests standing, while the combined City & Billingsgate areas can host up to 150 guests. For groups of 50 or more, areas can be arranged across multiple tables with a mixture of seated and standing space.

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 on the day of your event.

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.

Semi-private spaces do not allow external DJs or catering - you must use the venue's in-house services. The venue also does not offer promoted ticketed events.

Guests under 18 are not permitted after 5pm from Sunday to Friday. On Saturdays, the venue operates a 21 and over policy. Valid photo ID is required and the venue operates a challenge 25 policy.

Final numbers and changes to pre-ordered beverages must be confirmed up to 48 hours prior to the reservation date.

You can book an area in the bar with no minimum spend by using the online booking system at pergolacanarywharf.co.uk/bookings, though this would not provide the same level of privacy as the semi-private areas.

Semi-private areas include private access to the island bar, dedicated bartenders for your event, and semi-private access to the terrace. Some areas also include high tables and bar stools as standard.

The venue recommends pre-ordering beverages and bar snacks to start your booking properly. You can select from discounted drinks packages or create a bespoke order of bottles from the main bar menu, with the pre-order counting towards your minimum spend.

More about Pergola on the Wharf

Large, botanical waterside venue in Canary Wharf with wraparound terraces over the docks—built for high-energy standing receptions with DJs, big-bar service, and a cohesive indoor–outdoor party flow.

Billingsgate at Pergola on the Wharf - Events

Capacity: Up to 60 guests (Standing)
Location: Canary Wharf, London, Canary Wharf, E14 5AR, London
Coordinates: 51.5059244930218, -0.0155850946899361

Features

  • Island Bar

Food & Drink

  • External Catering Allowed
  • Corkage Charge
  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering

Space

  • Disabled Access

Licenses

  • Licensed Until 1am

Capacities

  • 60 Standing

Venue Guide Prices

Events

Minimum spend

PriceSchedule
£5,000 / Minimum spendEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the minimum spend requirements for semi-private areas?

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.

What capacity limits apply to different areas?

Semi-private bar areas accommodate up to 60 guests standing, while the combined City & Billingsgate areas can host up to 150 guests. For groups of 50 or more, areas can be arranged across multiple tables with a mixture of seated and standing space.

What deposit is required and how does it work?

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 on the day of your event.

What are the cancellation terms and refund policy?

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.

What restrictions apply to external suppliers and entertainment?

Semi-private spaces do not allow external DJs or catering - you must use the venue's in-house services. The venue also does not offer promoted ticketed events.

What age restrictions are in place?

Guests under 18 are not permitted after 5pm from Sunday to Friday. On Saturdays, the venue operates a 21 and over policy. Valid photo ID is required and the venue operates a challenge 25 policy.

How far in advance must final numbers and changes be confirmed?

Final numbers and changes to pre-ordered beverages must be confirmed up to 48 hours prior to the reservation date.

What booking options are available for smaller groups without minimum spend?

You can book an area in the bar with no minimum spend by using the online booking system at pergolacanarywharf.co.uk/bookings, though this would not provide the same level of privacy as the semi-private areas.

What's included with semi-private area bookings?

Semi-private areas include private access to the island bar, dedicated bartenders for your event, and semi-private access to the terrace. Some areas also include high tables and bar stools as standard.

How does the pre-order system work for drinks and food?

The venue recommends pre-ordering beverages and bar snacks to start your booking properly. You can select from discounted drinks packages or create a bespoke order of bottles from the main bar menu, with the pre-order counting towards your minimum spend.

Venue Photos

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Stylish event space at Billingsgate with modern bar, ideal for receptions and gatherings.Stylish Billingsgate event space with greenery, ideal for gatherings and formal events.Well-stocked bar at Billingsgate, Pergola on the Wharf for elegant events and cocktails.

Amenities & Features

  • Panoramic waterside views
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Island bar with dedicated bartenders
  • High tables and bar stools
  • Lush botanical setting
  • Private terrace access
  • Live music and DJ capability

Event Types

Great for: Botanical waterside Eden with panoramic Canary Wharf dock views and floor-to-ceiling windows creating a unique indoor-outdoor atmosphere.

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Additional Information

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Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform

Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/188712/Pergola-On-The-Wharf/Billingsgate/Events