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Top Party Venues in South Bank
Plan your party in one of the vibrant hot spots of South Bank! This riverside district is famous for its exciting nightlife and offers a great range of party venues that are waiting to help you organise the party of the century! To help you out, we’ve created a curated list that will help you choose your favourite option in a flash! It takes just a few clicks to settle your booking, so why not start browsing now? You’ll be sending out those invitations straightaway.
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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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GGary S.
“Great place to hold a party! The room was perfect for the size of my party 40, but can hold more people!” -
![Upper Arch at SAMA Bankside in South Bank, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUpper Arch
50 guestsSAMA BanksideSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
#Supervenue
AAnonymous
“Amazing venue! I hired a space for my 30th birthday party and it couldn't have been more perfect.” -
![Lower Floor at SAMA Bankside in South Bank, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLower Floor
150 guestsSAMA BanksideSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
#Supervenue
EEmily K.
“We booked the space for a party, great space with both indoor and outdoor. Wonderful accommodating staff!” -
![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
#Supervenue
PPaige H.
“The venue was perfect for my 30th birthday party.” -
![Lower Arch at SAMA Bankside in South Bank, London]()
from £750
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityLower Arch
80 guestsSAMA BanksideSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
#Supervenue
HHanna B.
“Absolutely fantastic venue! We had the best time at Sama hosting our party.” -
![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
#Supervenue
TTravis B.
“Great, friendly staff. Awesome location - well presented decor. Perfect for a private party.” -
![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 BankJJoanne G.
“We’d thoroughly recommend The Rat Bar to others for a private party.” -
![Garden Arch at SAMA Bankside in South Bank, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityGarden Arch
50 guestsSAMA BanksideSouthwark StationSouth Bank, London
#Supervenue
CCandice L.
“The area was a perfect space it was enough room for the whole party.” -
![The Secret Drawing Room at Benugo @ The BFI Southbank in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £1100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Secret Drawing Room
40 guestsBenugo @ The BFI SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankLLevi N.
“Great space. Unique and private. Able to play our own music. Included bartender to staff the bar.” -
![Whole Venue at The Travel Cafe Lounge in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £99
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhole Venue
60 guestsThe Travel Cafe LoungeLambeth North StationWaterloo, South Bank
#Supervenue
AAnh L.
“We hired to space to host the 1st birthday party for our baby.” -
![Summer Terrace at Brasserie Blanc Southbank in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £1125
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySummer Terrace
30 guestsBrasserie Blanc SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, South Bank
#Supervenue
MManeet S.
“Brilliant venue for my birthday party!” -
![Event Space at Alaska Waterloo in Waterloo, South Bank]()
from £450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
120 guestsAlaska WaterlooWaterloo StationWaterloo, South BankJJade H.
“Alaska Waterloo is a fantastic venue for parties and gatherings.”
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Enjoy South Bank's Small Party Venues
from £350
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The Snug
35
60
Victory Pub & Kitchen
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
Nestled within the heart of Victory Pub & Kitchen, The Snug offers an intimate and convivial setting for patrons seeking a unique pub experience. This special space is lovingly adorned with a breathtaking cherry blossom tree,
from £1500
minimum spend / per afternoon
minimum spend / per afternoon
Bar area with private entry
30
40
Strings Restaurant
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
The seating arrangement can be adapted according to individual preferences. Given the venue has two entries: the "normal one" on Belvedere Road and beautiful private one on Westminster Bridge- which can be beautifully decorated
from £12
per person / per session
per person / per session
Duck Pin Bowling
60
BrewDog Waterloo
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
Duckpin bowling has smaller pins and lighter balls, making it a fun, fast-paced game. Bookable for groups of 6-60. Challenge your colleagues, friends (or enemies) on one of our six duckpin bowling lanes surrounded by the
from £1000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Terrace Suite
35
50
Park Plaza County Hall London
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
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Ahmed Y.
“Fantastic venue, lovely service, incredible food! Thanks to Kendra and the team.”
“Fantastic venue, lovely service, incredible food! Thanks to Kendra and the team.”
from £500
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minimum spend / per afternoon
The Copper Blossom Room
30
50
Sticky Mango Waterloo
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
#Supervenue
The Copper Blossom Room, on the lower ground floor, offers an intimate, softly lit space with a 1920s speakeasy vibe. This private dining area is tucked behind elegant curtains for added exclusivity.
from £2400
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Agua Bathhouse and Spa
60
Sea Containers Hotel
Blackfriars Station
South Bank, London
The spa can be hired for exclusive use for up to 60 guests and has also been designed to cater for exclusive events in various sections of the space for smaller groups, including our Glamour Lounge which can accommodate up
Book One of South Bank's Cheap Party Venues
from £250
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Semi-Private Space
20
80
Black Sheep Coffee Southbank Tower
Southwark Station
South Bank, London
Coffee and cocktail bar at the foot of the South Bank Tower entrances from 'The Gallery' and from Hatfields. Black Sheep Coffee has an outdoor seating area, takeaway service is available.
from £30
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Meeting Room in near Waterloo
6
6
The Travel Cafe Waterloo
Lambeth North Station
South Bank, London
#Supervenue
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Pauline R.
“Kevin was always on hand to look after us. Coffee is good. Great value for money.”
“Kevin was always on hand to look after us. Coffee is good. Great value for money.”
from £100
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Booths
10
20
SAMA Bankside
Southwark Station
South Bank, London
#Supervenue
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Rebecca S.
“Fab space, lots of room, staff were very helpful. Excellent value for money, would recommend for a party!”
“Fab space, lots of room, staff were very helpful. Excellent value for money, would recommend for a party!”
from £200
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hire fee / per session
The Pavillion
40
90
Doggett's Coat and Badge
Blackfriars Station
South Bank, London
#Supervenue
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Will H.
“For the price, this is one of the best value locations on the South Bank.”
“For the price, this is one of the best value locations on the South Bank.”
from £250
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Waiting Room
20
40
Victory Pub & Kitchen
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
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Tina B.
“The Snug was the perfect venue for our company event and the location was ideal!”
“The Snug was the perfect venue for our company event and the location was ideal!”
from £1000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Coconut Grove
50
70
LIMIN SOUTHBANK
Temple Station
Waterloo, South Bank
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Chris
“Great place with a good vibe for a summer party - we really enjoyed ourselves!”
“Great place with a good vibe for a summer party - we really enjoyed ourselves!”
Celebrate at Top Restaurants for Parties
from £50
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River View
50
60
Skylon
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
Situated in the middle of the restaurant, this space gives diners an uninterrupted view whilst still benefiting from the atmosphere of the restaurant, bar and grill.
from £3000
minimum spend / per morning
minimum spend / per morning
Whole Restaurant
80
140
Strings Restaurant
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
The Strings Restaurant is located in the historic County Hall building behind the iconic London Eye and opposite Big Ben. In the heart of London, our unique family-run restaurant offers an authentic Italian and Spanish cuisine
from £800
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minimum spend / per session
Small Private Dining Room
20
15
Brasserie Blanc Southbank
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
#Supervenue
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Georgia C.
“Service was excellent and the private dining area was super. Such a great evening with lovely atmosphere”
“Service was excellent and the private dining area was super. Such a great evening with lovely atmosphere”
from £1300
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minimum spend / per session
Outside Bar
40
50
The Green room
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
The Green Room is a lofty single-storey pavilion surrounded by a sustainable garden just behind the National Theatre. Designed by Benjamin Barfield Marks, the timber-framed contemporary space won the top award in the Temporary
from £1000
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minimum spend / per session
Carousel Room
70
120
The Hercules
Lambeth North Station
South Bank, London
Whether you're hosting a corporate meeting, a lively cocktail party, or an intimate celebration, the Carousel Room adapts to suit your vision. Highlights include a connected meeting room for breakout sessions or smaller gatherings
from £32
per person / per session
per person / per session
Whole Venue
180
300
Las Iguanas Royal Festival Hall
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
Las Iguanas Royal Festival Hall is a large restaurant located on Belvedere Road in London. It can hold up to 300 people, making it perfect for big gatherings and events.
Throw an Unforgettable Party at One of These Bars
from £2100
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The Balcony Bar
60
120
Benugo @ The BFI Southbank
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
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Justin H.
“We were actually at the bar not the secret drawing room.”
“We were actually at the bar not the secret drawing room.”
from £400
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Fire Space
70
77
The Fire Station
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
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Joe
“Great venue, cool-looking and super close to Waterloo station (but you need the right exit!).”
“Great venue, cool-looking and super close to Waterloo station (but you need the right exit!).”
from £3000
minimum spend / per afternoon
minimum spend / per afternoon
Full Venue Hire
250
350
Boulebar South Bank
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
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Hana D.
“Company supper party - well we had a great time! Staff were signing praises at the venue already.”
“Company supper party - well we had a great time! Staff were signing praises at the venue already.”
from £1000
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minimum spend / per day
Private Dining/Meeting Room
24
30
SAMA Bankside
Southwark Station
South Bank, London
#Supervenue
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Emma T.
“The Venue, The Staff, All the organisation with Humphrey. Our party really enjoyed the Christmas lunch we had.”
“The Venue, The Staff, All the organisation with Humphrey. Our party really enjoyed the Christmas lunch we had.”
from £3000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
200
350
Tonight Josephine Waterloo
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
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Emily G.
“They are a HUGE asset to Tonight Josephine and they really made every effort to make our night amazing.”
“They are a HUGE asset to Tonight Josephine and they really made every effort to make our night amazing.”
from £1100
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The Loft + The Rec Room
200
BrewDog Waterloo
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, South Bank
We even have a slide.) From a Speakeasy Cocktail Bar, to Meeting Rooms, private hire rooms to a coffee shop, we have 11 bookable spaces accross our 29,000 sq ft venue, with a total capacity of 1700 people, meaning we can
FAQs about Top Party Venues in South Bank
In South Bank, prices of party venues average £1700 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 £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £34 | to £100 | per person |
| From £600 | to £2500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
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Upper Arch at SAMA Bankside in South Bank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I hired a space for my 30th birthday party and it couldn't have been more perfect.’ -
Exclusive Venue Hire at 26 Leake Street in Waterloo - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Mac was a fantastic venue manager and helped us massively from day 1 till the end of the event.’ -
The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘We would definitely book another party here again...’
South Bank is home to many universities, and this means that it has plenty of fantastic party spots to discover. You can choose from trendy bars, classic pubs, and modern cocktail lounges, as well as a long list of restaurants that offer luscious and affordable food. We highly suggest you start at nearby Waterloo Station as the area offers fantastic options on The Queen’s Walk and King’s College Campus.
There are plenty of ways you can make your party stand out from the crowd. Here are some of our favourite tips that will make all the difference in helping you host a memorable event.
- Pick a theme - Having a themed party makes all the difference as it can hype up your guests and make the event stand out. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy, just make sure that it’ll be something that you know your guests will enjoy!
- Serve great food and drinks - Food and drinks are the things that people comment on the most. That’s why you should make sure that nobody leaves hungry and that whatever you choose to serve is simply delicious!
- Hype up your guests with a proper invitation - Send out invitations that match the theme you’ve picked. You can send digital or traditional invitations - it doesn’t matter. The point is that when your guests receive them, they will be pleasantly surprised and more eager to come.
- Prepare some entertainment - To make sure that everyone has a good time, prepare some fun activities like drinking games. It will help everyone to relax and enjoy themselves.
- Be a good host - Make sure to welcome every guest and engage in conversations. If you happen to invite people that don’t know each other, properly introduce them. Overall, try to be present and spend quality time with everyone you’ve invited. They will appreciate it and remember the party as fun and enjoyable.
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Verified Reviews of Party Venues in South Bank
CL
Booked Entire Venue at The Crown
It’s is such a lovely pub and the staff are so friendly and relaxed. It’s such a welcoming place with a lovely beer garden (which saved us as temperatures on party night were over 30!)
AH
Booked Upper Arch at SAMA Bankside
Steve and the team were really helpful and flexible in preparing, setting up and looking after us on the night. One of the railway arches was perfect was 50 people and the ability to spill out into the wider area was also great.
CG
Booked Indoor Terrace Room at The Tankard
The best thing was the staff member who looked after us, he really went above and beyond. Thankyou so much.
FK
Booked Upper Arch at SAMA Bankside
For the location this space was great value. Steve and the team had everything organised in advance even with minor details like tables set up for shared food. The upper arch is a perfect combination of private area within a more open public setting. The outside area is also ideal for the warmer months.
MF
Booked The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge
We had our wedding reception here and it was fantastic. We were pleasantly surprised by the food and the location is beautiful. Can't recommend highly enough.
PT
Booked Thomas Doggett’s Bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge
Food was delivered in a timely manner and was delicious. Portions were large and definitely value for money. Justyna especially was excellent and helped us make any little changes or any queries we had. The staff we had serving as well on the night to assist Justyna we’re very friendly and on the ball. The venue itself is gorgeous and provides a very warm atmosphere. Would like to come again.
AR
Booked Garden Arch at SAMA Bankside
Really easy to organise and communication was great. The people I was speaking to were really nice and helpful. Venue was a great atmosphere!
K
Booked The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge
Amazing Staff, Mike and the rest of the team were simply amazing & they made sure everyone was catered and looked after. Great quality if drinks behind the bar, an array of crafts such as Beavertown Neckoil, Gamma ray etc. Doggetts is definitely keeping up with the trends. Amazing View of the River Thames and great amenities. We will definitely return and recommend this venue.