The Best Bars In Clapham London

Clapham is a young and vibrant area of London stereotyped as the home for recent grads, Aussies and rugby players. It’s therefore important for the young enthusiastic crowd to access a range of places to let off some steam, which leads naturally to some of the best bars and clubs in south London.

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Adventure Bar

There are two Adventure Bars in Clapham but the one on the high street explodes at night relying on neon lights and heavy DJs to keep the place ablaze. It’s exposed walls and impressive lighting create cool vibes and their dancing bartenders will supply your cocktails in plastic red cups and allow you to create shapes of your own.

Powder Keg Diplomacy

This modest looking bar just a short walk from Clapham Junction station is very easy to walk past, but it would be a cocktail crime to do so. Once you put a foot through the door you transport into a distant land filled with great vibes, random plants from every angle and amazing cocktails. The best room is in the Powder Keg Diplomacy is designed like an indoor veranda allowing natural light to shine down on their classy furniture. Be sure to try their Henry Martini Rifle for the ultimate gin satisfaction.

About the author

Shay Waterworth

Shay is an award winning journalism graduate currently working for the Daily Express and Star newspapers. He writes for The Culture Trip in his free time covering anything form photography festivals to riverside pubs. Shay plays rugby for Richmond FC and his dream is to become a leading science writer specialising in Geology. Follow him on Instagram or Twitter.