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our story
Step into a place where every moment becomes a loving memory.
The Clissold isn’t just another venue – it’s where stories unfold, laughter echoes and connections are made over perfectly crafted drinks and exceptional food. Also known as The Home of The Kinks it is now a sophisticated and relaxing eatery, serving a variety of delectable Mediterranean dishes. The Clissold Arms, established in 1850, is a family owned local Gastropub with a longstanding history within the community. Our journey began with a passion for quality ingredients and a desire to create a menu that reflects our love of Greek cuisine, enjoyed in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll discover what makes us special. Maybe it’s the buzz of conversation in our vibrant main restaurant, the intimate charm of the Kinks Room, or the gentle warmth of our heated beer garden where seasons don’t matter. Perhaps it’s the way our Terrace catches the afternoon sun, or how The Shed transforms into
the perfect backdrop for your celebration.
At The Clissold, we don’t just serve food and drinks; we create experiences. Whether you’re seeking the energy of live entertainment or the tranquility of al fresco dining, whether you’re hosting two people or two hundred, we’ll make sure your time with us is everything you hoped for and more.
discover our spaces
All our function rooms are licensed for live music, except the beer garden which we only allow background music so as not to disturb the neighbours. We’ve created five distinct spaces because we know that every occasion deserves its own atmosphere. Planning an unforgettable corporate event? We’ve got you covered. Celebrating a milestone birthday or dreaming of the perfect wedding reception? Let us set the stage. Just want to unwind with friends after a long week?
Pull up a chair – we’ve been looking forward to welcoming you.
Identify our five different areas below:
Select the room or scroll down to explore them all
the shed
Our lovely, intimate private space
The room has a capacity of 20 seated guests or 30 standing. The Shed also has direct access onto our Patio Garden where an area will be reserved for the event. This room is inter-connected with the Terrace and can be hired together for extra space.
The Shed is a suitable space for a variety events, from meetings, to children parties, baby showers, birthday parties, small weddings, friends or family gathering, but also for funeral receptions.
tripadvisor reviews:
''It was a special birthday occasion in The Shed.. and the treatment by staff was indeed SPECIAL. The food and service was excellent, good value and generous helpings. All requests for digital playback of music and screen visuals were dealt with professionally. Many thanks go to Kosta (and his team) at the venue for his help and excellent service. Also to Bianca for her excellent communication emails for food, costings and any thing else requested. Very highly recommended.'' Edwards
''The Shed was the perfect room for dancing and the music did not intrude into the dining/seated area. A Perfect celebratory party in every way. It was also extremely helpful to be able to go in the day before and decorate the room as it was not hired out. They were extremely accommodating. Highly recommended!'' Liz N.
explore different layouts
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the terrace
our elegant, spacious area
This elegant space has a capacity of 80 seated guests. It is licensed for music, be a DJ, band or a playlist of your own. It has direct access to our patio garden, so that your guests can enjoy both an indoor and outdoor space during your event. This room can inter-connect with The Shed, should more space be required.
tripadvisor review:
In January it was my 60th birthday and we decided to use the ‘Terrace room and Shed’ for the dinner party for our 50 guests. We started our research and were helped tremendously with support from Bianca, Costas and Kyriakos, Dimitris, Nicos who also gave us good advice and couldn’t do enough for us. On the day we arrived way before our guests to set up some decorations, the room was already prepared by the Clissold staff and it looked amazing, with tables set up immaculately, mood lighting, and a bar set up in the room. Our guests started to arrive, and they immediately said what a lovely room. The night ended on a high, with guests complementing the food, venue and what a good time they had after being so well looked after. We would highly recommend The Clissold Arms for dinner, drinks, parties or any event and which they cater for all. Simon L.
the kinks
the room with a famous history
The room has a famous history, being the place where English rock band The Kinks held their first ever public performance. The walls are adorned in Kinks memorabilia which makes for a warm, inviting and exciting space to hold an event. It has a capacity of 50 seated guests, or maximise the space with standing drinks and food receptions of up to 70 guests.
the kinks history
The Clissold Arms is also known as the home of the Kinks, being the venue where the brothers Ray and Dave Davis held their debut performance. Kinks memorabilia adorns our aptly named Kinks room, which welcomes fans from all over the world all year. Among the memorabilia on display is signed copy of the Kinks first single, cover of little Richard Long Tally Sally, a wall of photographs and other Kinks treasures and a brass plaque which reads: Site of the 1957 performing debut of Ray and Dave Davies. Founding members of the Kinks. In Dave Davies's song 'Fortis Green' he sings: "Mum would shout and scream when dad would come home drunk, When she'd ask him where he'd been, he said Up The Clissold Arms, Chattin' up some hussy, but he didn't mean no harm". The Kinks were all local lads to our pub. You can now book a private tour, a private event or simply visit the room while at the Clissold.
tripadvisor review:
Recently celebrated my birthday in the kinks room with friends and family. Such a great event space! We had a wonderful experience and the team were fantastic so friendly and happy, Costa, the manager was helpful and attentive. Bianca was efficient at sorting out my party plans, making adjustments and ensuring everything ran to plan. Everyone loved the food and drinks, we all had the best night. Thank you for all your help I would definitely recommend booking for your parties. Michelle M.
the patio garden
It's all about simplicity and nature
Our beer garden is a delightful open space with an open marquee and multiple heaters, making al fresco drinks and dining a pleasant experience throughout all seasons. Step into our enchanting beer garden, designed for relaxation, with lush greenery, charming decor, and fairy lights to create a magical atmosphere.
The garden is adorned with a variety of plants, including olive trees in planters. Whether you’re seeking a lively gathering spot or a peaceful corner to unwind, our patio garden offers diverse seating arrangements to suit every mood, from casual meet-ups to special celebrations.
discover our hidden gem:
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Exclusive Events
Are you looking for complete privacy, full control over the space and a personalised experience for your guests? We offer our venue for exclusive hire, which gives you several advantages, but also access to an additional area, which isn't available for private hire otherwise - the bar & restaurant area. This option allows you to customize the layout even more - the bar could be your dancing area, the Kinks the lounge or game room, the Terrace your dinning space while the Shed could be used for the buffet, any other activities or storage. Guests will enjoy a dedicated environment, creating a more intimate and focused atmosphere.
Exclusive hire of the venue works best for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, corporate events, birthdays or high-profile gatherings. For more information on exclusively hiring our venue, please contact our Events Team for sample menus and a bespoken plan and quote for your event.
Once your date is confirmed and you have had time to have a look through the full range of food & beverage packages we have on offer, you are invited for a private tour and meeting with our team at the venue.
If you have any questions, please get in touch.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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What our patrons are saying
Exciting News! We're thrilled to announce that the Clissold Arms was selected as one of the six National Finalists in this year's Great British Pub Awards - Best Community Pub of the Year! This is a great honour for us, our patrons and local community, especially as we are the only London pub to make the National Final.