April 5, 2026

House Party Bar Hire London: Mobile Bars for Home Events

House party bar hire brings a fully equipped mobile bar and professional bartenders to your home — turning a living room, kitchen or back garden into a proper cocktail bar for the evening.

The Sesh Bars has delivered mobile bar hire to house parties across London since 2018. Every house party package includes the bar unit, licensed bartenders, glassware, ice, garnishes and complete setup and breakdown — no host involvement needed.

What Is House Party Bar Hire?

House party bar hire is a mobile bar service delivered to a private home for an event. The bar hire company brings everything needed to serve drinks professionally in a domestic setting — compact bar unit, bartenders, glassware, ice and a tailored drinks menu.

House parties are the fastest-growing segment of mobile bar hire in London. Hosts want the atmosphere of a cocktail bar without the venue hire cost, minimum spend or corkage fees that come with a commercial space.

What's Included

Every house party package includes:

  • Compact mobile bar unit — sized for indoor and outdoor home spaces (fits through standard doorways)
  • Professional bartenders — licensed, DBS-checked staff who manage the entire drinks service
  • Premium glassware — real glass or shatterproof alternatives for outdoor setups
  • Ice, garnishes and all equipment — industrial ice supply, fresh fruit, syrups, shakers, jiggers
  • Setup and breakdown — arrive 60–90 minutes early, fully cleared within 60 minutes after
  • Delivery within the M25 — included at no extra charge

House Party Bar Hire Prices

House party bar hire in London starts from £350 for dry hire and £500+ for full-service packages.

Package Price Range Guests Best For
Dry hire £350–£550 10–40 You supply drinks. Cheapest option — save 30–40%.
Cash bar From £500 20–60 Guests buy their own drinks at the bar.
Open bar (per head) £15–£25 15–40 All drinks included. No cash needed on the night.
Cocktail masterclass + bar From £600 8–20 Interactive cocktail making then drinks service.

See all mobile bar hire packages and pricing. For a full cost breakdown by event type, read how much mobile bar hire costs in London.

Where to Set Up a Bar at Home

A mobile bar fits in most London homes. The most common setups are:

  • Kitchen or dining room — the bar replaces the kitchen island or dining table. Works for 10–30 guests in a standard London flat.
  • Back garden or patio — the most popular summer option. Weather-ready setups include a covered bar and portable power.
  • Garage or utility area — cleared-out garages make excellent bar spaces for larger groups. Good acoustics for music and dancing.
  • Front drive or marquee — for 40+ guests, a marquee in the front or back garden with a mobile bar creates a proper event space.

Not sure if your space works? Send us a photo with your free quote request and we'll confirm the best layout.

Popular House Party Cocktails

House party cocktail menus lean towards crowd-pleasing favourites that are quick to serve:

  • Espresso Martini — the most requested cocktail at London house parties. Strong, sweet and caffeinated.
  • Margarita — tequila, lime, triple sec. Fast to make and universally popular.
  • Aperol Spritz — light and refreshing. Ideal for afternoon and early evening service.
  • Rum Punch — batch-prepared and served from a dispenser. Perfect for larger groups.
  • Pornstar Martini — passion fruit, vanilla vodka and a prosecco sidecar. Always a crowd favourite.

View our full event cocktail menu for the complete range. Every booking includes a free menu consultation.

House Party vs Venue Hire: Why Stay Home?

Hiring a mobile bar for a house party costs significantly less than hiring a venue:

  • No venue hire fee — London venue hire starts at £500–£2,000 before drinks
  • No corkage or minimum spend — dry hire means you buy drinks at retail prices
  • No closing time — your home, your rules. Bar service typically runs until midnight or later
  • No travel — guests can walk home, take a short cab or stay over

For a full comparison, read mobile bar vs venue bar: the complete cost comparison.

How to Book

  1. Request a free quote — tell us your date, guest count, space and preferred package. Get a quote here.
  2. Menu consultation — choose cocktails, beer, wine and any extras.
  3. Confirmation — 25% deposit secures your date. Balance due 2 weeks before.

Call 020 8087 4269 or WhatsApp 0790 175 1337.

Related Guides

Planning a specific type of party? See our guides for birthday party bar hire, engagement party bar hire, Christmas party bar hire and garden party bar hire. For private event bar hire at non-home venues, see our dedicated page.

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