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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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![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, LondonJJohan
“View, location venue and staff are all absolutely amazing! Will definitely book again” -
![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 P.
“Excellent venue, spacious area reserved, very happy overall. Excellent service when booking.” -
![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, 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 Bank
#Supervenue
DDivinia Z.
“Open and spacious venue. Great value for money with an upfront cost and no bar spend. Helpful hosts.” -
![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.” -
![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 BankAAhmed Y.
“Fantastic venue, lovely service, incredible food! Thanks to Kendra and the team.” -
![Large Private Dining Room at Brasserie Blanc Southbank in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £2100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLarge Private Dining Room
60 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankAAbi C.
“They really made it easy to arrange everything, were easily contactable and responsive.”
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Booking costs 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 May 2026:
| From £1000 | to £12000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £65 | to £115 | per person |
| From £500 | to £4800 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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Event Space at Alaska Waterloo in Waterloo - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was great and in a good location. It had a cloakroom and DJ decks that could be used.’ -
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.’ -
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!’
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 (May 2026):
| Small | up to 100 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 120 and 200 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 240 guests | prices average £16200 hire fee per day |
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