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.

What's on

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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Friday Night Live Music
Every Friday night The Nel in Clapham South comes alive with the best of South London’s live music scene. From 8pm, discover fresh local talent…

Every Friday

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Live Music
Make your weekend one to remember with live music every Friday and Saturday from 8pm. Enjoy great performances, delicious food, refreshing drinks…

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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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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August Summer Bank Holiday Weekend
Soak up the Summer Bank Holiday with us and make the most of the last long weekend of the year! Enjoy delicious food, drinks, and a buzzing…

Thu, 27th Aug 2026 - Mon, 31st Aug 2026

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Offers

Offer Availability
Cocktail Club
Monday-Friday 3-7pm & all day Thursday 2 for £16 on all of our classic cocktails!
Monday 15:00 – 19:00
Tuesday 15:00 – 19:00
Wednesday 15:00 – 19:00
Thursday 12:00 – 23:00
Friday 15:00 – 19:00
Pumpkin Carving 🎃
🎃 Join us for some spooky fun — grab a drink, pick your perfect pumpkin for just £5, and show off your carving skills! 🥂✨
Bauble Decorating 🎄
🎄 Get festive with us! For just £5, you’ll get a ceramic bauble and pens to decorate your own Christmas masterpiece — sip, doodle, and sparkle away! ✨🥂
Piggy Bank Decorating 🐷
🎨 Get creative with us this January! For just £5, you’ll get a ceramic piggy bank and pens to paint and personalise your own little masterpiece — and once it’s dry, it’s ready to help you save those pennies too 🐷✨
January £10 Lunch Menu
Lunch plans sorted 🍽️ Classic pub favourites for just £10, served fresh and full of flavour throughout January!
Monday 12:00 – 15:00
Tuesday 12:00 – 15:00
Wednesday 12:00 – 15:00
Thursday 12:00 – 15:00
Friday 12:00 – 15:00
January Set Menu
Good food, great value. Two courses from our January set menu for £18.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Aussie Day Menu
Would you like to pre order our Aussie Day dishes and drinks alongside your booking and celebrate with our special menu
Mother's Day
Because mums deserve a little extra love 💙 This Mother’s Day, every mum gets a free drink when you book a table. 🥂✨
Sunday 10:00 – 21:00
Paint a Little Love ❤️
🎨 Get creative with us this February! For just £5, you’ll receive ceramic heart coasters and decorations plus pens to paint and personalise your own little masterpieces. Take them home to enjoy or give them as thoughtful gifts for Valentine’s, Galentine’s or just because 💖✨

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 0:00
Friday 12:00 0:00
Saturday 10:00 0:00
Sunday 11:00 22:30

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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