40th Birthday Venues London

Take to this cosy pub for your 40th birthday celebrations and hire out the whole space for your family and friends. The Vineyard is all about laid-back drinking and delicious gastro grub to keep the punters happy. With its fun and funky interior design and covered beer garden it's perfect for some birthday drinking escapades. 

Delve into this charming little rabbit hole of Alice in Wonderland inspired goodies. Wonderland Ceramics present the ultimate in feel good, fun activites - painting pottery and supping on cocktails (alternatively you can bring your own booze to glug on). Jazz up your kitchen wares with some playful mug, bowl, tea pot or even picture frame decorating. 

Northbank Restaurant is a sophisticated venue to host a 40th birthday celebration. Serving up delicious modern British dishes and unique cocktails as well as an extensive drink list there is something everyone can enjoy. If it's nice out then the riverside terrace is a beautiful spot for alfresco drinking and taking in the beautiful views. 

Located in South London, The Crown Tavern is an excellent choice for a fortieth birthday party with plenty of space to hire privately and an affordable menu. On a sunny day head outside to their enviable beer garden.

So the Top Secret Comedy Club are probably going to be quite mad that we're shouting about them from the rooftops. But when a comedy show this funny pops on to our radar, we felt like we had no option. Come for a rib-tickling birthday celebration, with cheap drinks and an amazing end of the week atmosphere to boot.

How'd you fancy an intimate, serene but also downright boozy party boat trip down Regent's Canal? That's what you'll enjoy at the Canal Party Club, as you and 11 guests embark on a cruise down this famous waterway in the company of your own alcohol, food and music!

The Jones Family Project has all the bases when it comes to throwing a 40th birthday party. This versatile venue comes complete with a whole host of stylish areas available for private hire, so whether you are looking to celebrate with an intimate group of friends or hoping to throw a memorable shindig for up to 200, this Shoreditch retreat has your party sorted.

One of the best places to have a 40th birthday in London, celebrate your special day by the light of a stunning wine glass chandelier while you quaff delicious cocktails and fiery Asian and South American-inspired cuisine.

Enjoy a 40^th birthday celebration at the May Fair Kitchen and you can enjoy a delicious array of Mexican and Peruvian sharing plates, paired with amazing cocktails and fine wines together. Or, if you fancy a more secluded affair, you can opt for their lavish Private Dining Room instead.

This versatile venue is good for any event you like - whether it's painting Lionel Richie onto Rich Tea biscuits or getting your boogy on over cocktails. Book out the whole place for your very own private shindig if that floats your boat or party with the common people on the downstairs dance floor.

If you're looking for a refined but all the more fun 40th birthday celebration in London, let the Oddbins team bring you one of their specialist tasting packages to any venue of your choosing. They'll take the ropes and tailor the tasting to whatever you fancy, be it wine, beer, spirits or even whisky and chocolate! 

Looking for somewhere with a bit of character for your 40th? Topolski is a gallery, bar, cafe and late-night venue set in the rail arches near Waterloo station that's guaranteed to offer something different to the usual. Both arches are available for private hire, or you could just come for cocktails and dancing at this fun, alternative central London venue.

This circus haunt with its acrobatic instruments dangling from the ceiling, its multi-coloured booth seats and its checkered floor is a vibrant and unique venue in Hoxton to chase all other quirky venues right off the map. Settle in for a raucous night in a bar whose very interior is an entertainment in itself.

The team at All Bar One on Villiers Street are no strangers to hosting fun nights out in London. Armed with a fully stocked bar and having created a number of signature and classic cocktails, the venue's many seating areas are ideal for anyone looking for a spot to celebrate their 40th birthday with their nearest and dearest.

Styled around the illicit, underground activity of a roaring twenties speakeasy, Proud Cabaret delivers a night of glamour and intrigue below the streets of the city. Experience a dazzling night of food, drink and dazzling entertainment in one of the city's very best venues for burlesque performance.

This Spanish-themed bar in Bloomsbury is a gorgeous little hideaway, with passionate red booth seats, ornate lantern lights and walls smothered in framed pictures and quirky trinkets. With tasty tapas treats and entertainment every week, enjoy a bit of Spanish guitar alongside your authentic cuisine.

Apples & Pears cocktail bar is the perfect stage for a memorable birthday bash off Brick Lane. There's wood fired pizzas if your party is peckish, a whole host of cocktails, beers and wines to cater for all tastes and an atmosphere packed with east London energy. You can book smaller spaces or the basement bar, with no hire fee involved.

You're all grown up, so have a sophisticated sojourn in King Cross's swankiest bar. Grab some great Gastro grub and line those stomachs before you hit those classy cocktails, fine wines or boozy beers. Don't miss the heated, picturesque rooftop terrace and celebrate your birthday in style with your nearest and dearest.

Davy's is one fine looking wine bar on Fisherman's Walk. With a history of delivering the finest wines dating way back to 1870, the Canary Wharf outpost of this prestigious wine bar chain serves a unique, hand-picked list of wines from all over. Interiors are classy yet comfy, and there's a large seated area right next to the water for al fresco drinking in the warmer months.

This unusual venue is an event space for private hire only, so book your space now and plunge the depths of this secret den. With an arched textured ceiling, suave vintage furniture and an Alice in Wonderland feel chequered floor, this place is a magical escape from those London streets and a great place for some confidential capers.

For something a little different, head down to The Chelsea Prayer Room for your 40th birthday party. This secret speakeasy style bar is as exclusive as it is mysterious, serving only unbranded spirits. This is a members only bar, but booking your 40th birthday party through DesignMyNight will get you all in, no problem! 

This luxurious lounge with its soft hues and even softer seats is an indulgent hug of velvet sofas, cushions and alcoholic taste bud snugglers. Settle back in elegant surrounds with a cocktail in hand and if the mood takes you, head down to the mystical Apres-Ski Lounge downstairs for some move busting in this Alpine paradise.

Grab a clutch of your pals together and celebrate aboard a stunning party boat on the Thames. You'll drift down the river - enjoying the sights and sounds of central London - while much-respected DJs spin a mix of RnB, hip-hop, funky house and old skool classics to keep the party flowing.

Unique, delicious and charming, one of London's finest afternoon tea experiences is enjoyed aboard this vintage Routemaster bus. Take in Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Royal Albert Hall with a selection of sandwiches, pastries, cakes and macaroons to hand. Grab a group your nearest and dearest, and BYO bubbly for that extra touch of sparkle.

Get comfy in a private booth and celebrate your big day in style. There's a spectacular range of BBQ'd treats if you fancy eating, as well as an equally rich list of bourbons, beers, spirits and cocktails to keep you topped up throughout. Once the plates are cleared away, live bands and DJs take to the stage long into the night.

What better way to celebrate the big 4-0 than with dinner and a show? Agree? Then head down to The London Cabaret Club in Holborn. Combining a quintessentially British fine-dining experience and an innovative live cabaret show, this promises a cracking birthday experience. The menu here boasts a list of delicious dishes whilst the cabaret show comes courtesy of some of the West End's biggest stars. 

With their swilling of Champagne, traditional interiors and bustling selection of gastro inspired plates, it's no wonder that Champagne Charlie's has become such a bespoke birthday joint. With their exposed brickwork and barrel theme, this special plot near Embankment is primed for any and all 40th birthday parties in London. 

Creative, vibrant and bursting with colour, Christabel's are renowned for their striking pop-up experiences. Coming at us from a secret location overlooking the Regent's Canal, past immersive drinking and dining experiences have included anything from Mad Hatters brunches to edible playgrounds and botanical speakeasies. 

As the primary venture of seasoned pub group Geronimo Inns, you can be sure that The Chelsea Ram sets the tone just right. Pervaded with humour in the form of eccentric features and loyal to a shabby elegance that sets its guests at ease immediately, you couldn't hope for a better place to celebrate your fortieth. 

If you're feeling like a bit of demure drinking and charm for your birthday celebrations then get Little Nan over with her sensational mobile bar concept bringing vintage tinkerings, antique decanters and home brewed liquor infusions straight to your door for the ultimate elegant Afternoon High Tea & Cocktails experience. 

The London Marriot's former luggage storage facility has been remade into this decadent 1920's style secret bar. You'll have to find the unassuming door and speak your name through a sliding hatch to the person behind it to get in. However, once inside you'll be able to enjoy premium cocktails and jazz music to make for a cracking 40th birthday.

Looking for a special place in London to celebrate your 40th birthday? The Soda Room is a cool cocktail haunt hidden beneath the Botanist Broadgate, promising cool interiors, blinding cocktails and a great atmosphere, all throughout the week. Expect great drinks, great music and an unprentious crowd. 

With pretty interiors and deeply-flavoured and delicious dishes, Matsya in Mayfair is offering some of the most surprising India cuisine and unique cocktails in London.

Jamie's Wine Bar Ludgate Hill is minutes away from St. Paul's and is tailor-made for parties and functions. With a private function room downstairs available and the whole venue available at weekends with no hire fee, Jamie's Wine Bar Ludgate Hill is very popular when it comes to 40th birthday parties and there is no doubt why. An extensive wine selection only adds to this London wine bar and makes it even better for a fun yet sophisticated party.

From light and scrumptious finger sandwiches through to chunky fruit scones, Scoff and Banter on Oxford Street are the perfect place for a fancy 40th birthday celebration in London.

A well-rounded, homely and personal local in Maida Vale, The Elgin offers top quality across the board. Their first floor private room – with its own fully functioning bar – suits gatherings for up to 120 guests, and the vast choice of locally-sourced food, craft beers and wines offers a little something for all tastes.

The team behind this intriguing venture have produced a truly wonderful venue for London's live music enthusiasts. Based in a listed Victorian basement, The Piano Works somehow manages to combine the historic, charismatic vibes of the venue with the excitement and splendour associated with contemporary piano bars. All the songs played are requested by the audience on the evening, so your experience will be personal and unique. Sip your way through their compelling cocktail list or simply dine a range of delectable dishes at this lively House of Song.

The team behind the iconic Rivoli Ballroom in London will transport their guests back to the 1920s, hosting a night revolving around jive music. This monthly event will be signposted by the great swing bands on display - such as Juke Joint Jump, The Cadillac Kings and Miss Annie & The Midnight Shift. There are few better ways to celebrate your 40th birthday in London.

An exciting new wine and cocktail bar owned by three big players in the industry, discover 68 & Boston ahead of the crowds to celebrate your 40th this year. Be sure to spend some time in the '68' wine bar, where quality bottles from around the world are served at affordable rates. Bar food is available too, and 'Boston' is the low-lit, intimate cocktail bar upstairs specialising in a mix of the classics and originals.

Celebrate your big day with your closest friends and family at a cozy restaurant like Coin Laundry. This venue has the comfort and appeal of your own home so you won't feel too out of place celebrating out of the house. With a perfectly articulated menu, Coin Laundry has you and guests covered to have a plate everyone will love.

Patch St. Paul's is an affordable haven by St. Paul's which has a good reputation for providing great evenings for large groups. Set over two floors with a restaurant, cocktail bar and modern club, Patch St. Paul's offers the full package evening with dinner, drinks and dancing. With great service this would make an excellent London bar to hold that 40th birthday party you've been planning. 

As the work of a Michelin-starred chef, Le Bar is a swish spot to spend a 40th birthday. The French-themed bar specialises in hand-crafted cocktails, fine wines and frapas dishes, set within a swanky Smithfield spot.

Palatino is a Stevie Parle restaurant drawing inspiration from the rich culinary history of Rome, with a menu of authentic eats that perfect for 40th birthday feasting. Plates here take influences from the middle East, Jewish diaspora and from across the country itself with brilliant bottles of wine to match.