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The Balcony Bar at BFI Southbank

Event Space in a Bar
·
Private space
BFI Southbank, Waterloo, London, SE1 8XT –
Waterloo Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 60
seats
Up to 120
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

With large views of The Southbank and The River Thames, The Balcony Bar is the perfect space to host your event for a reception for up to 120 standing guests.

The balcony bar is light, airy and complimentary decorated. The space also benefits from having your very own private bar & toilets, and there is also a lift should anyone in your group require access.

Our fantastic chef's produce seasonal menus and source fresh ingredients from great producers.

We look forward to hearing from you. Our friendly events team are available to answer any questions you may have relating to your enquiry and can offer you our packages and add-ons if applicable.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 23:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 15:00
from £600 + £2100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:00
from £900 + £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 15:00
from £600 + £2100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:00
from £900 + £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 15:00
from £600 + £2100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:00
from £900 + £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 23:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 15:00
from £600 + £2100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:00
from £900 + £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 23:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 15:00
from £600 + £2100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:00
from £900 + £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 23:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 15:00
from £600 + £2100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:00
from £900 + £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 23:00
from £600 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 15:00
from £600 + £2100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 23:00
from £900 + £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 120
  • Dining
    up to 60

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Flipchart
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Quiet space
  • View of the thames
  • Terrace
  • River view
  • Hidden gem
  • Private bar
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: PA system / speakers
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Dance floor
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • Unavailable: Mirrors
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
  • Unavailable: Parking available

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- No smoking in the building or on the Balcony Bar
- With the exception of birthday cakes, outside catering is not allowed
- No under 18's past 8pm

Cancellation policy: Custom

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Reviews and ratings

(74 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

DT
Della T.
Verified review
Outdoor Space · 60 guests · May 2026

Great Location and fantastic space - perfect for our event

4.4
MF
Max F.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Its benn great communicating with Dani - very helpful and responsive

5.0
AM
Andrea M.
Verified review
Corporate Reception · 80 guests · September 2024
4.6
RG
Rosie G.
Verified review
Retirement Party · 100 guests · July 2024
5.0

FAQ

Yes, a DJ booth can be set up in the room.

Yes, the Balcony Bar benefits from its own private bar, lift access, sound system and a spacious, welcoming terrace with fantastic views of the River Thames.

Yes. Speakers are available and can be connected to with a spare device, but the playlist must be pre-downloaded.

About BFI Southbank

BFI Southbank is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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