London's best summer party venues

Nestled along the South Bank, Sea Containers is a versatile riverside venue with numerous event spaces boasting views of the Thames. For a summer party, the roof terrace is the best option, for up to 150 standing guests.

116 Pall Mall boasts a brilliant secret in the form of its alfresco terrace. Located slap bang in the middle of London, yet surrounded by lush trees and greenery, you'd never know that you're mere moments from The Mall and St James’s Park. Host a summer soiree for up to 100.

If a waterside venue is what you’re after, Raven’s Ait is plonked in the middle of the River Thames! Book the marquee for large events of up to 400 people, while its smaller suites are great for intimate parties. Catering is provided in-house by a dedicated chef team.

Lebanese restaurant Beit el Zaytoun is ideally located next to a canal, offering a tranquil setting for a summer party. Enjoy a meal in the glass conservatory for a bright and uplifting lunch or dinner.

This East London rooftop scores top marks for providing epic views of the city’s skyline. Perched on the ninth floor of the Hyatt Place Hotel, PocketSquare Skyline Bar & Terrace is the perfect spot for you and 80 other guests to enjoy a soiree in the sky.

The rooftop restaurant at The Conduit is a relaxed location for guests to dine and mingle while enjoying views of the capital's skyline. Featuring an outdoor pergola, open kitchen and lush greenery, it’s suited and booted for every style of occasion!

This hidden oasis tucked inside the Barbican is one of London's best secrets. Surrounded by over 2,000 types of tropical plants, the rooftop Conservatory is a spectacular space able to host everything from drinks parties to full-blown banquets.

Sitting pretty on the South Bank, Rose Court Events boasts a rather lovely roof garden with panoramic views of London. This exclusive space is able to host over 300 guests – it’s the hottest ticket for summer parties.

Housed on the ninth floor of 100 Liverpool Street, Los Mochis pan-pacific menus and eye-catching views are just a couple of the reasons you’ll want to host your summer party here. Take a seat on the sun-drenched terrace and tuck into tacos, sushi, skewers and plenty more, with space for up to 200.

Housed inside the Television Centre at White City, this expansive venue is spread across three floors with a restaurant and bar, dedicated events space, outdoor terrace and private dining room. Whatever you’re planning, there’s a space to suit!

Get your golf game on at Swingers, one of London’s best crazy golf experiences. Located right next to Oxford Circus station, this fun, fairground-themed venue offers a sun-soaked terrace with lush planting, comfortable banquettes and a retractable roof.

The iconic roof terrace at Sushisamba City provides breath-taking views of London and is the highest outdoor dining space in Europe! Book for a suave cocktail and canapé party like no other.

Take your team to this stately clubhouse in West London for a multiactivity day combining everything from shooting to quad biking and archery. Its beautiful grounds are best experienced in the summer, and you can always host a barbecue outdoors to round off a day of entertainment.

The Quad ais a tranquil lawn overlooked by Goodenough College’s red brick walls. Only available to hire during the summer months, it’s a popular option for BBQs and drinks receptions, or bespoke packages can be created to suit your specific requirements.

It doesn’t get much more impressive than the historic Hampton Court Palace, the former home of royalty! Its glass garden room, or bright and airy marquee, would be best placed to host a summer party.

Located a stone’s throw from Richmond Park, Roehampton Venues is well-suited to corporate events including summer away days and team building experiences. Set in the grounds of its grade II-listed Grove House, the patio terrace offers a wonderful setting to reconnect with your team.

The Penthouse at Nobu Shoreditch boasts a spacious terrace, an intimate chef’s table and access via a private lift, for a summer party that has it all. Book the chef’s table for up to eight guests, or a standing reception for up to 50.