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Top Concert Halls in South Bank
South Bank is the go-to spot in London for live performances. Theatres and concert halls near Waterloo and iconic auditoriums and live stages in Bankside combine incredible acoustics with a creative atmosphere that amplifies any event. If you're organising a large community concert or a private performance, Tagvenue’s search filters make it easy to zero in on the perfect concert venues for your event, so you can skip the endless browsing and get back to planning a night worth remembering.
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![Entire Venue at Network Theatre in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
72 guestsNetwork TheatreWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankMMarianne B.
“Spacious stage, big back stage room to get ready, communication easy.” -
![The Nave at 73 Waterloo at St John's in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £5500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Nave
500 guests73 Waterloo at St John'sWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankThis beautifully refurbished, bright, contemporary and highly versatile space is superb for large events, conferences, performance, and for filming and photo shoots. -
![Old Crypt at 73 Waterloo at St John's in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityOld Crypt
220 guests73 Waterloo at St John'sWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankOld Crypt is a private event space in 73 Waterloo at St John's defined by its exposed brick barrel-vault ceiling, which gives the room a strong historic character. -
![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.” -
![Winter | Exclusive Hire at Between the Bridges in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £60000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityWinter | Exclusive Hire
2000 guestsBetween the BridgesWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankSSophia
“Lovely venue, with really good food, and vibes would book here again for a laid back corporate function.” -
![Whole Venue at Big Belly Bar & Club in South Bank, London]()
from £1000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
499 guestsBig Belly Bar & ClubSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
#Supervenue
Full venue hire gives you exclusive access to our collection of characterful spaces, including the Big Belly Room, Little Belly Room, Big Belly Hall and Big Belly Bar, plus our outdoor terrace. -
![The Old Arch at Mamuśka! at Mamuska! Restaurant and Bar in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £1700
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityThe Old Arch at Mamuśka!
350 guestsMamuska! Restaurant and BarWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankJJo M.
“I would highly recommend this venue and I'm sure we will be back in the future.” -
![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.” -
![Little Belly Room at Big Belly Bar & Club in South Bank, London]()
from £250
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityLittle Belly Room
60 guestsBig Belly Bar & ClubSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
#Supervenue
AAilsa C.
“The team were so happy to help us at such short notice.” -
![Big Belly Room at Big Belly Bar & Club in South Bank, London]()
from £450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBig Belly Room
240 guestsBig Belly Bar & ClubSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
#Supervenue
Big Belly Room is an Event Space in Big Belly Bar defined by a compact, performance-oriented blackbox layout. Design: The room has an industrial aesthetic: a low, exposed concrete ceiling, black-painted walls and a yellow -
![Ground Floor Exclusive Hire at BrewDog Waterloo in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £33000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGround Floor Exclusive Hire
1100 guestsBrewDog WaterlooWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankGround Floor Exclusive Hire is a private event space in BrewDog Waterloo, an industrial, open-plan ground-floor area defined by a flexible layout and clear sightlines. -
![The Rec Room at BrewDog Waterloo in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £2200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Rec Room
100 guestsBrewDog WaterlooWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankWhat guests say: The space is lively and welcoming, supported by attentive staff and well-managed music levels.
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Booking costs of concert venues 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 £1500 | to £22000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £2400 | to £5500 | hire fee per day |
| From £450 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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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.’ -
The Old Arch at Mamuśka! at Mamuska! Restaurant and Bar in Waterloo - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend this venue and I'm sure we will be back in the future.’ -
Winter | Exclusive Hire at Between the Bridges in Waterloo - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Lovely venue, with really good food, and vibes would book here again for a laid back corporate function.’
You'll find concert venues 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 (October 2026):
| Small | up to 100 guests | prices average £2400 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 140 and 350 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 500 guests | prices average £33000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for concert venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £33000 minimum spend per event | typically between 240 and 500 guests |
| Bar | prices average £33000 minimum spend per event | typically around 500 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 140 and 150 guests |
Smaller concert venues usually fit up to 100 guests standing. Here are some great options in South Bank, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Big Belly Bar at Big Belly Bar & Club, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 65 guests
Venue said: A snug and characterful bar space, the Big Belly Bar is ideal for smaller hires looking for atmosphere without feeling cramped. With plenty of TV screens and a flexible sound setup, the room easily adapts for talks, watching... -
Agua Bathhouse and Spa at Sea Containers Hotel, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 60 guests
Venue said: The space has air conditioning, wheelchair access and allows guests to play their own music during private hire. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, restorative spa experience or informal wellness and team-wellbeing... -
The Cocktail Bar at BrewDog Waterloo, rated 5/5 - cocktail bar for 100 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The space maintains an upbeat, well-managed soundtrack that keeps noise lively but comfortable. The staff are consistently friendly and attentive during events.
Cheap concert venues in South Bank start from £1000 minimum spend per event or £700 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Little Belly Room at Big Belly Bar & Club, from £1000 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: The Little Belly Room is an event space in Big Belly Bar defined by a narrow rectangular plan and communal trestle-table seating. Design: The room has black-painted walls, an exposed ceiling with visible ducts and service... -
Quiet Space at Marlin Waterloo, from £700 hire fee per day (up to 50 guests standing)
Venue said: 3 unique conference spaces that will be ideal for auditions, filming or rehearsals. Depending on your needs you can hire the space for a presentation, a quiet rehearsal space or use the open space for auditions. -
Agua Bathhouse and Spa at Sea Containers Hotel, from £2400 hire fee per day (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: The space has air conditioning, wheelchair access and allows guests to play their own music during private hire. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, restorative spa experience or informal wellness and team-wellbeing...
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Page last updated in October 2026
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