{"id":37905,"date":"2024-08-12T11:32:28","date_gmt":"2024-08-12T10:32:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/?p=37905"},"modified":"2025-09-11T11:37:11","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T10:37:11","slug":"ultimate-guide-london-cocktail-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do\/ultimate-guide-london-cocktail-week\/","title":{"rendered":"The ultimate guide to London Cocktail Week 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

London is never short of quirky cocktail spots. From extravagant rooftops to speakeasy bars, finding the best cocktail bars in London can be a challenge even for locals! Enter London Cocktail Week<\/span><\/a>\u2026<\/h2>\n

From the 9th to the 19th October 2025, discover the most exciting way to explore London\u2019s rich bar scene. Described as a \u2018celebration of cocktail culture\u2019, London Cocktail Week\u2019s 11-day, city-wide festival brings immersive cocktail pop-ups, one-off dining experiences and (most importantly) an array of specially curated Signature Cocktails to London\u2019s coolest bars.<\/h4>\n

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Taking place in the cocktail capital and partnering with the best bars in London, all you need to do to join the cocktail celebrations is grab your London Cocktail Week 2025 wristband! All wristband holders will have exclusive access to each bar’s Signature Cocktail. A specially curated beverage, unique to every participating bar across the festival and all priced at \u00a39! Simply ask the bar staff for their London Cocktail Week Signature.<\/h4>\n

And that’s not all. Throughout the 10-day event, there will be hundreds of bespoke cocktail events and experiences to discover, f<\/span>rom mind-blowing cocktail-making classes, indulgent cocktail pop-ups and even an underground party or two.<\/h4>\n

But where will your cocktail crawl take you? We\u2019ve collated the ULTIMATE guide to the 2025 London Cocktail Week bar list. Make the most of London’s luscious cocktail scene this October and read on to uncover our top picks.<\/h4>\n
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\"Participating1. Opium Cocktail Bar & Dim Sum Parlour<\/span><\/a> <\/strong>– Blink and you’ll miss this intimate cocktail (and dim sum) paradise. Nestled behind a jade-painted door in the heart of Chinatown, you’ll find the award-winning Opium. Home to not one but three Shanghai-inspired secret bars, Opium\u2019s array of gorgeous oriental-influenced cocktails has even earned them a spot on the\u00a0Top50CocktailBars<\/span><\/a> list. But for the best seat in the house, check out the exquisite Peony bartender table.<\/h4>\n

2. The George<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– If a traditional London pub is more your speed for a cosy pint, head to The George for a proper English pub experience. This 18th Century, Grade II listed pub has been at the centre of the capital’s historic political, social and cultural movements while serving up tasty grub to locals and tourists alike. Live sports, great Guinness and splendid cocktails have made The George a popular central London spot in recent years.<\/h4>\n

3. Burlock Rum Room<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Attention rum lovers! Don’t forget to add Burlock Rum Room to your next London bar crawl. At Burlock, indulge in succulent light bites, live reggae music and an iconic menu of lush rum-based cocktails. Secret bar enthusiasts will love discovering this hidden Havana-inspired basement bar with a menu of over 200 rum varieties. But don’t forget to check out our top cocktail pick. Unique to the Burlock Rum Room, the Burlock Barrel features an exotic blend of rums, juices, and spices, all served in a barrel (of course).<\/h4>\n

4. Booking Office 1869<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<\/b>– Created with European <\/span>decadence and charm in mind, Booking Office 1869 is a majestic 19th-century-inspired bar with an intimate atmosphere throughout. <\/span>Located within the historic 150-year-old building of St Pancras Station, <\/span>Booking Office 1869 bridges <\/span>busy London with romantic Europe. Known for refining the classics with an elegant yet contemporary take on mixology, be sure to<\/span>\u00a0check out ‘RoofGarden’ during your visit. Rediscover London’s city skyline within a botanical oasis of greenery, with vibrant resident DJs every Friday and Saturday night.<\/span><\/h4>\n

5. Fam Bar<\/span><\/a><\/strong> – Fam Bar in Soho is a fantastic find that will make you feel right at home. With its warm, retro vibe, the walls are covered with vinyl and picture frames that really make it feel like a family-run spot. The bartenders are incredibly friendly and craft spectacular cocktails, from creative house specials to expertly made classics. With a great music collection and a chill atmosphere, it\u2019s the perfect place to settle in, sip a drink and enjoy good music with great company.<\/h4>\n

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