The Nel

Description

Looking for a pub that serves classic food with modern flavours, has a dedicated section for live sports screenings & a knockout terrace overlooking Clapham Common? Look no further, The Perky Nel is right up your street. 
 
Dog friendly, family friendly & party friendly, this pub & terrace just over the road from Clapham South tube station has a large bar & dining space, perfect sports viewing out the back & a suntrap of a front terrace.  
 
There's always an excuse to stop by with cocktails, live sports, bottomless brunch, satisfying Sunday roasts & a Sunday night quiz.

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Dog Friendly
Dogs are always welcome here, because they’re part of the family too! Bring your four-legged friend along and make a day of it with dog bowls…

Wed, 8th Jul 2026 - Sun, 30th Jan 2028

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Work From Pub
Switch up your WFH routine and make the pub your new workspace. Settle in with comfy tables, plenty of plug sockets, and a relaxed atmosphere…

Wed, 8th Jul 2026 - Sun, 30th Jan 2028

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Wing Man Wednesdays
Everyone needs a wingman… especially on a Wednesday. Grab your mates and get stuck into 5 seriously saucy wings and a pint of beer for just…

Every Wednesday

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Cocktail Club
Cocktail Club is calling! Whether you’re after a post work pick me up or a midweek treat, enjoy two classic cocktails or mocktails for £18…

Every Thursday

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Thursday Night Live Music
Thursday nights are for Sundowner Sessions at The Nel! Join us every Thursday from 7:30pm as talented local artists take to the stage, bringing…

Every Thursday

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Friday Night Live Music
Friday nights at The Nel are all about big tunes, good times and singing your heart out! Join us every Friday from 8pm as our live musiciansbring…

Every Friday

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Saucy Bird Brunch
Whether you’re recovering from the night before, catching up with the crew or getting ready to do it all over again, Saucy Bird Brunch…

Various dates from Saturday 12th September 2026

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Saturday Night Live Music
Saturday nights at The Nel bring something a little different every week! Join us from 9pm for live duos bringing the weekend energy, from singers…

Every Saturday

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Saucy Bird at The Nel
Sundays are made for feasting, and this summer, Saucy Bird is serving up at The Nel. Think juicy rotisserie chicken, crispy rotisserie potatoes…

Every Sunday

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Quiz of Legends
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a legend? Every Sunday from 7:00pm we team up with our friends at Inquizition for the Quiz of Legends…

Every Sunday

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Oktoberfest at The Nel
Dust off your lederhosen and get ready to go full Bavarian Oktoberfest is here, and we’re celebrating in style. Think steins, juicy bratwursts…

Thu, 1st Oct 2026 - Sat, 31st Oct 2026

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Pumpkin & Prosecco Brunch
Get ready for a Halloween Brunch that’s equal parts tasty and terrifying. Enjoy a delicious dish, stir up some spooky vibes with a Halloween…

Mon, 26th Oct 2026 - Sat, 31st Oct 2026

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Halloween Party
Get ready to celebrate Halloween in style at our Halloween Party on 31st October from 7pm. We’ve got live music from 8pm to set the spookysoundtrack…

Sat, 31st Oct 2026 @ 19:00 - 0:00

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Christmas at The Nel
’Tis the season to celebrate and we’ve got your Christmas party all wrapped up, so you can dive straight into the good stuff! Whether its…

Mon, 16th Nov 2026 - Thu, 31st Dec 2026

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Offers

Offer Availability
Festive Feast & Fizz 🌲
Three course Christmas feast, a glass of prosecco & live music or DJ from 50pp.
Thursday 17:00 – 21:00
Friday 17:00 – 21:00
Saturday 17:00 – 21:00
Early Robin Festive Offer 🎁
Celebrate your Christmas lunch or dinner on a Monday or Tuesday and receive two delicious courses for 30pp.
Monday 12:00 – 20:30
Tuesday 12:00 – 20:30
Festive Drinks Reception 🍾
Add a festive fizz reception for £8.5pp or a festive spritz reception for £10.5pp

Info

  • Taking Bookings
  • Dance floor
  • Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilets
  • None
  • None

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 15:00 23:00
Tuesday 15:00 23:00
Wednesday 15:00 23:00
Thursday 15:00 23:00
Friday 12:00 23:00
Saturday 10:00 0:00
Sunday 10:00 22:30

Special opening hours

Day Open Close Notes
Saturday 26th September 2026 4:30 0:00

Location

Address

The Nel, 7-8 Cavendish Parade, SW4 9DW

Area

Clapham

Nearest Station

Clapham South (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves Brunch, Bottomless Brunch, British, Bar Snacks, Burgers, Pub Food, Roast Dinner and Christmas Lunch/Dinner food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
The Gallery 20 60 - - -

Take over the gallery with views over Clapham Common in a bright & airy space. With space for up to 60 people standing for drinks & nibbles. Minimum spends may apply.

The Banquette 10 30 - - -

Hire out our banquette for a cosy area for up to 30 people standing, with room for drinks & nibbles. Minimum spends may apply. 

The Study 12 20 - - -

Join us at ‘The Study’ for a cosy area with space for up to 20 people standing. Perfect for drinks & nibbles! Minimum spends may apply.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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