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Top Ball Venues in South Bank
South Bank ballrooms rise to the occasion with architectural drama and riverside allure. Think grand spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Thames and halls with polished wooden floors, ideal for banquets and galas. Some offer panoramic terraces, perfect for evening receptions, while others feature top-notch lighting and acoustics. Located near cultural landmarks like the Southbank Centre and National Theatre, these venues are easily accessible via Waterloo and Blackfriars stations. Browse through our ballroom listings for your perfect fit!
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![Westminster Ballroom at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £96
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWestminster Ballroom
1500 guestsPark Plaza Westminster Bridge LondonWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankThe Westminster Ballroom is a private ballroom with a broad, open layout and a formal contemporary finish. Design: The Westminster Ballroom has a formal, contemporary look, shaped by geometric illuminated ceiling panels and -
![The Fire Space at The Fire Station in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Fire Space
77 guestsThe Fire StationWaterloo StationWaterloo, South Bank
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JJoe P.
“Excellent venue, spacious area reserved, very happy overall. Excellent service when booking.” -
![The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Rooftop Terrace bar
120 guestsDoggett's Coat and BadgeBlackfriars StationSouth Bank, LondonJJohan
“View, location venue and staff are all absolutely amazing! Will definitely book again” -
![Exclusive Venue Hire at 26 Leake Street in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £15300
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Venue Hire
1150 guests26 Leake StreetWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankMMartina
“Mac was a fantastic venue manager and helped us massively from day 1 till the end of the event.” -
![Thomas Doggett’s Bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThomas Doggett’s Bar
120 guestsDoggett's Coat and BadgeBlackfriars StationSouth Bank, LondonSSusan
“Great location and views. Great space for a family event. Food was generally good quality.” -
![Event Space at Alaska Waterloo in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
120 guestsAlaska WaterlooWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankDDivinia Z.
“Open and spacious venue. Great value for money with an upfront cost and no bar spend. Helpful hosts.” -
![Summer | The Pier at Between the Bridges in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £25000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilitySummer | The Pier
700 guestsBetween the BridgesWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankSSophia
“Lovely venue, with really good food, and vibes would book here again for a laid back corporate function.” -
![The Buffini Chao Deck at The National Theatre in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £6600
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Buffini Chao Deck
200 guestsThe National TheatreWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankOOlivia F.
“The venue was above and beyond what we were expecting and the decorations were fantastic!” -
![Terrace Suite at Park Plaza County Hall London in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityTerrace Suite
50 guestsPark Plaza County Hall LondonWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankAAhmed Y.
“Fantastic venue, lovely service, incredible food! Thanks to Kendra and the team.” -
![Whole Restaurant at Strings Restaurant in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityWhole Restaurant
140 guestsStrings RestaurantWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankTTyler C.
“Perfect venue for a large event, and the atmosphere was wonderful.” -
![Deluxe Private Room at Brasserie Blanc Southbank in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDeluxe Private Room
100 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankMMarie-louise L.
“Prebooked private room for 17 including a 30th birthday.” -
![Millennium & Battersea Suite at Park Plaza County Hall London in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £65
per person / per dayCheck availabilityMillennium & Battersea Suite
100 guestsPark Plaza County Hall LondonWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankJJoanne S.
“Great venue, good location, staff friendly and helpful”
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Booking costs of ballrooms average £2100 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in South Bank, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1000 | to £9000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £65 | to £136 | per person |
| From £450 | to £4800 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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The Fire Space at The Fire Station in Waterloo - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘We hired out the Fire Station for a joint birthday event for ~ 50 people. The venue was perfect!’ -
The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue has a decent music system and allows hirers to play their own music, via smartphone.’ -
Exclusive Venue Hire at 26 Leake Street in Waterloo - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The location is great and the venue is very beautiful.’
You'll find ballrooms in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in South Bank, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 100 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 120 and 205 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 350 guests | prices average £25000 minimum spend per event |
Cheap ballrooms in South Bank start from £1000 minimum spend per event or £450 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge, from £1000 minimum spend per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘For the price, this is one of the best value locations on the South Bank.’ -
Event Space at Alaska Waterloo, from £450 hire fee per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Open and spacious venue. Great value for money with an upfront cost and no bar spend.’ -
Whole venue at Skylon, from £50 per person (up to 500 guests standing)
Venue said: Minimum spends apply varying on the day of the week and month. The venue offers attractive interiors as well as styling flexibility should you wish to transform the space completely, or simply keep it as it is.
In South Bank, ballrooms are most commonly booked for 50 to 100 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £450 and £2,000. |
User who booked Event Space at Alaska Waterloo for 60 guests
said: ‘Alaska Waterloo is a fantastic venue for parties and gatherings.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £2,500 and £7,600. |
User who booked Thomas Doggett’s Bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge for 50 guests
said: ‘Brilliant friendly staff, extremely helpful and really went out their way to make our christmas party special.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £200 and £550. |
User who booked The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge for 96 guests
said: ‘The tables and chairs in the terrace are quite nice and comfortable to seat.’ |
| Conference | Usually between £2,800 and £8,600. |
User who booked The Fire Space at The Fire Station for 25 guests
said: ‘From Edyle the manager to the Chef in the kitchen. Everything was so professional.’ |
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Page last updated in September 2026
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