The Perky 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

Paint Your Own Heart Creation
Get ready to spread some love this February! As we head into Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day, join us to create your very own heart-themed…

Fri, 30th Jan 2026 - Sun, 1st Mar 2026

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Six Nations 2026
Book now before you have to join the scrum for the Six Nations 2026, running from the 5th February to the 14th March, and we’re showing every…

Thu, 5th Feb 2026 - Sat, 14th Mar 2026

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Saturday DJ Sessions
Get your dancing shoes on at The Nel every Saturday from 8pm as our DJ take over the decks. Pair the beats with our signature cocktail menu,a…

Every Saturday

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Sunday Roasts
Sundays are made for feasting, and we don’t hold back. Think golden roasties, giant Yorkshires, seasonal veg, and gravy by the jugful. Go big…

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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Valentines Pottery Painting
Get creative and cozy this Valentine’s with our pottery painting event at The Nel in Clapham! Whether you’re flying solo or bringing someone…

Wed, 11th Feb 2026 @ 19:00 - 21:30

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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 £16…

Every Thursday

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Share the Love this Valentines
Share the love this Valentine’s. Whether you’re heading out with a hot date, catching up with your mate, or even bringing along your nanor…

Thu, 12th Feb 2026 - Mon, 16th Feb 2026

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St. Patrick's Weekender
St. Patrick’s Weekender – 13th-15th! 🍀 Join us for a fun packed weekend with delicious food & drink specials, the Six Nations Rugby…

Friday 13th March 2026 and 2 other dates

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Mother's Day
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a relaxed lunch and great food, shared with the people who matter most. Join us this Mother’s Day and treat Mum…

Sun, 15th Mar 2026 @ 12:00 - 22:30

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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 17:00 23:00
Tuesday 17:00 23:00
Wednesday 16:00 23:00
Thursday 16:00 23:00
Friday 16:00 0:00
Saturday 12:00 0:00
Sunday 12:00 23:00

Location

Address

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

Area

South London

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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