Hire Big Hug Social

A 120-capacity railway arch on the Bermondsey Beer Mile, from Big Hug Brewing – a 100% independent craft brewery with a social conscience. 


Great sound, flexible lighting, exceptional drinks and street food, all under one roof.

Tell us what you want to achieve and we'll build the experience around you.

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Let us be your space for…

  • Birthdays & celebrations

    From milestone birthdays to wedding receptions.

  • Christmas & summer parties

    Seasonal parties for teams, friends and families.

  • Corporate socials

    Company socials, team drinks and away days.

  • Meetings & presentations

    Screens and sound ready for talks, pitches and workshops.

  • Music events

    Gigs, DJ nights and live sessions on a proper sound system.

  • Brand activations & launches

    A flexible, characterful space for product launches and pop-ups.

Need the whole space?

Take full control of the space and create a completely tailored experience – from the layout and flow to the entertainment, food and drinks.

What's included

  • Full private use of the venue
  • Flexible event formats
  • Dedicated event manager
  • Custom food and drinks packages
  • Access to our entertainment offering

Capacity: 120 standing / 80 seated
Pricing: available on request

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The space

A long railway arch with a garden at the front, plenty of seating, a central bar, a cosy snug and an activity space at the back with its own screen. Fully wheelchair accessible.

AV & production
Multiple programmable screens, an in-house sound system and customisable lighting – run by our venue team or your own engineers.

Check out our AV spec

drINKS PACKAGES

Custom packages available on request - get in touch with our team for more info on our specific event deals

12 taps of best sellers, seasonals and guest beer & cider – every pint supports a social cause or sustainability initiative. Custom packages available on request, and if there's something specific you'd like that we don't stock, we're happy to order it in.

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Catering made easy

Our neighbours at Klementino's Pizza, a few doors down, serve outstanding pizzas from an extensive menu. We also have outdoor space for alternative food vendors and a wide network of contacts to choose from.

Got a specific menu in mind? You're welcome to bring your own caterers.

Check out Klementino's menu

Purpose with every pour

We believe in fair profit and distributing the rest. Every beer sold supports our charity partner Only A Pavement Away, helping people facing homelessness find jobs in hospitality, and rainforest protection through One Tribe – every keg helps preserve 30 trees.

FAQs

How many people can you hold?

120 standing or 80 seated.

What are your hours?

Mon–Thu 14:00–22:00
Fri 14:00–23:30
Sat–Sun 12:00–23:30. 

Later licences available on request.

How much does it cost?

Pricing depends on your date, numbers and package – get in touch for a quote.

Can we bring our own food?

Yes – use Klementino's Pizza next door, ask us for our other catering vendors network, or bring your own caterers.

Can we bring our own DJ or tech team?

Yes – our AV can be run by our team or your own engineers.

We are also able to provide a list of entertainment options suitable for your event.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes, the venue is fully wheelchair accessible.

How do we get there?

Arch 72 Enid Street, London SE16 3RA. 

8–10 minutes' walk from Bermondsey (Jubilee line)

15–18 minutes from London Bridge (National Rail, Northern & Jubilee lines).

Book your event

Tell us your date, guest numbers and what you're planning, and we'll come back to you with options.

taproom@bighugbrewing.com · 07870 679725 · @big_hug_social

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