Plan for the weather first
Choose a venue with cover, heaters or an indoor fallback, and agree the decision time for moving inside. It turns the weather from a risk into a detail.
Venue hire
Outdoor Venues for Hire in London
Terraces, gardens, rooftops, courtyards and a Thames-side beach for outdoor events in London and just outside it, for 50 to 1,200 guests. Compare venues and enquire free.
Last updated: September 2026
Why book an outdoor venue through EventCage?
London's outdoor venues make the most of long summer evenings and bright winter days alike: covered terraces, heated rooftops, walled gardens and a city beach. They suit summer parties, corporate barbecues, launches and weddings. For gardens specifically see garden venues in London, and for views see rooftop venues for hire.
FAQ
FAQs about Outdoor Venues London
Most outdoor venues on this page have a covered area, a marquee option or an indoor space to move into. Ask each venue what the wet-weather plan is and whether it costs extra before you book.
Many can. Heated and covered terraces and rooftops run events from spring to December, and some add winter setups. Fully open gardens are usually best from May to September.
As a guide, terraces and rooftop areas for 50 to 150 guests usually carry a minimum spend of £2,000 to £10,000, while large gardens and beach venues for 500 guests or more run from about £10,000 for exclusive hire.
Usually. Many outdoor spaces must turn music down or move inside by 10pm or 11pm. If you want to dance late, pick a venue with an indoor space for the second half of the night.
Yes. Browsing and enquiring is free. Tell us the date, guest numbers and budget and we'll check availability with the venues that fit.
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How to choose an outdoor venue in London
Check the finish time
Outdoor licences often end earlier than indoor ones. Match the venue to the shape of your event: afternoon and early evening outdoors, later nights with an indoor option.
Your guide to Outdoor Venues London
Types of outdoor venue in London
- •Rooftops and terraces — views and fresh air, many covered and heated
- •Gardens and courtyards — summer parties and weddings
- •Beach and waterside venues — something different by the Thames
- •Venues just outside London — country settings within easy reach
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