Party Venues for Hire in South Bank, London

Booking costs of party venues average £1300 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Event Space at Alaska Waterloo in Waterloo - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Thoroughly recommend Alaska for any party.’

• 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.’

• The Rooftop Terrace bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge in South Bank - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘We would definitely book another party here again...’

You'll find party 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):

Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for party venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in South Bank, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Summer Terrace at Brasserie Blanc Southbank, rated 4.9/5 - terrace for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘Used a small private dining room for a farewell dinner.’

• The Drawing Room at BFI Southbank, rated 4.7/5 - function room for 40 guests
  Venue said: The Drawing Room is a Function Room in BFI Southbank, a secluded, curtain-separated private space that reads like a small, theatre-style library. Design: The room features tall book-lined shelving, deep red walls and herringbone...

• Meeting Room in near Waterloo at The Travel Cafe Waterloo, rated 4.9/5 - meeting room for 6 guests
  Venue said: The Travel Cafe Waterloo is a plant-filled specialty coffee shop that pairs a working barista counter with a small retail area of houseplants and succulents.

Cheap party venues in South Bank start from £400 minimum spend per event or £250 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• The Fire Space at The Fire Station, from £400 minimum spend per event (up to 77 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Excellent venue, spacious area reserved, very happy overall. Excellent service when booking.’

• The Boardroom at Doggett's Coat and Badge, from £250 hire fee per day (up to 50 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘For the price, this is one of the best value locations on the South Bank.’

• Meeting Room 1 at The Travel Cafe Lounge, from £30 hire fee per hour (up to 6 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The venue is impeccably clean, including the two well-maintained toilets.’

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.