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Top Ballrooms 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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![The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank, London]()
from £2300
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Rooftop Terrace bar
120 guestsDoggett's Coat and BadgeBlackfriars StationSouth Bank, London
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JJohan
“View, location venue and staff are all absolutely amazing! Will definitely book again” -
![Whole Venue Exclusive Hire at SAMA Bankside in South Bank, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityWhole Venue Exclusive Hire
300 guestsSAMA BanksideSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
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TTereza
“Venue is great, spacious, location is a big plus. Would use again! Thanks Steve” -
![Thomas Doggett’s Bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank, London]()
from £1800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThomas Doggett’s Bar
120 guestsDoggett's Coat and BadgeBlackfriars StationSouth Bank, London
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SSusan
“Great location and views. Great space for a family event. Food was generally good quality.” -
![Lower Floor at SAMA Bankside in South Bank, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLower Floor
150 guestsSAMA BanksideSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
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NNicola H.
“Staff were very helpful, venue was a great size and location, food was excellent and drink was also good.” -
![Event Space at Alaska Waterloo in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
120 guestsAlaska WaterlooWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankBBritney K.
“The venue was great and in a good location. It had a cloakroom and DJ decks that could be used.” -
![Exclusive Venue Hire at 26 Leake Street in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £12000
minimum spend / 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.” -
![Summer | The Pier at Between the Bridges in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £25000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilitySummer | The Pier
800 guestsBetween the BridgesWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankSSophia
“Lovely venue, with really good food, and vibes would book here again for a laid back corporate function.” -
![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 BankJJoanne S.
“Great venue, good location, staff friendly and helpful” -
![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!” -
![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.” -
![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 BankJJoe
“Great venue, cool-looking and super close to Waterloo station (but you need the right exit!).” -
![BFI Bar Lounge Area at Benugo @ The BFI Southbank in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £5800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBFI Bar Lounge Area
100 guestsBenugo @ The BFI SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankJJane G.
“Great venue in great south bank location. Friendly staff”
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FAQs about Top Ballrooms in South Bank
In South Bank, prices of ballrooms average £3000 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 September 2025:
| From £1000 | to £10000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £65 | to £115 | per person |
| From £2500 | to £4800 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
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Event Space at Alaska Waterloo in Waterloo - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I would definitely recommend this venue and will be using it again for future events.’ -
Whole Venue Exclusive Hire at SAMA Bankside in South Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Venue is great, spacious, location is a big plus. Would use again!’ -
The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue has a decent music system and allows hirers to play their own music, via smartphone.’