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Swan, Shakespeare's Globe

Restaurant

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  85 reviews  – 
21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT –
Mansion House Station (0.3 mi)
From £100
per person
Up to 300
seats
Up to 450
standing
Venue offers catering
European
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Riverside restaurant at Shakespeare's Globe with stunning Thames and St Paul’s views, plus a mix of modern British dining and craft cocktails. Perfect for elegant private celebrations, corporate events, and wedding receptions with options for personalized setups, music, and a dance floor.

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Spaces for hire at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe

Balcony Room at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe
Balcony Room
Dining Room
·
Private space
70 seats
120 standing
Experience elegance and exclusivity in the Balcony Room at the Swan, located on the River Thames at Bankside. With large French doors that open up to a private balcony, this intimate space offers stunning, uninterrupted views of the iconic St. Paul's Cathedral, River Thames and London skyline. Whether for a special celebration or a memorable corpor...
Alcohol licence until 0:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £850 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
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Underglobe at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe
Underglobe
Banqueting Hall
·
Private space
300 seats
450 standing
The Underglobe is a spectacular events space located beneath the iconic cultural landmark Shakespeare’s Globe, on the banks of the Thames in London. This versatile corporate events venue features a prestigious location, a private riverside entrance, and can host events for 120 to 450 guests. With an experienced team available to deliver your perfe...
Alcohol licence until 0:30
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £5000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
River Room at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe
River Room
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
35 seats
The elegant River Room has spectacular views of the River Thames, St. Paul's Cathedral and the London skyline. Situated within the main restaurant, this exclusive space allows guests to enjoy an intimate setting while still being part of the vibrant energy around them. Ideal for standing parties, private afternoon teas, or product launches, the Riv...
Alcohol licence until 0:30
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
Bull Room at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe
Bull Room
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
16 seats
Located in the main restaurant, the Bull Room offers guests a buzzing atmosphere and the privacy of the elegant screens that separate the space. Overlooking the River Thames and The Globe, it’s perfect to groups looking to host a private a la carte lunch, afternoon tea or evening dinner with a view.
Alcohol licence until 0:30
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £4500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.8
28 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
4.9
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.9
Value for money
4.7
Catering
4.6
Communication
4.7
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DD
Diana D.
Verified review
Party · 30 guests · November 2025 · River Room
We recently celebrated my husband’s birthday at this venue, and overall it was a lovely experience. The staff on the day were incredibly friendly and helpful, which really made us feel welcome. The location is excellent, very convenient for guests travelling from different areas and the views from the terrace are beautiful, creating a special and memorable atmosphere. In summary, it’s a great venue with fantastic staff and a wonderful setting, but with some improvements in communication, food presentation, and drink service, it could be truly outstanding.
There are a few areas that could be improved. The sales team’s communication needs attention, as we received proposals with outdated prices and inconsistent menus during the planning process. While the food tasted nice, the portions were quite small and the presentation felt underwhelming. Additionally, the wine package seemed limited or perhaps the service was too slow, as our guests frequently had to request drinks during the meal.
3.9
CN
Catherine N.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 140 guests · November 2025 · Underglobe
Very helpful function team, who met and responded promptly on event organisation Unique venue with options to personalise through e.g. AV walls, flexible positioning of bar/tables/dance floor
4.7
SR
Sarah R.
Verified review
Terrace · 50 guests · August 2025 · Balcony Room
I hired the Balcony Room for my 30th and had the best experience. The views and location were surreal. The communication was excellent- speedy, friendly and super informative. The welcome from the team who was helping out on the night could not have been better - so attentive, thoughtful and generous with their time. The set up was efficient and it felt like I was in safe hands. Cannot thank the team and support enough for making it such an excellent night.
Everything was great, but would’ve liked to have done a tasting of the food before the event, as some of them were not to my liking and could’ve saved my budget.
4.6
EP
Evelyn P.
Verified review
Restaurant · 30 guests · July 2025 · Balcony Room
The location is iconic with views of the river and St Paul’s. Happily the standard of service and the quality of the food matched this. The staff went the extra mile, particularly with the children, and every course was on point and delicious.
4.9

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Balcony Room
8:00 – 0:00
from £850 hire fee
Underglobe
18:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Bull Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £4500–£5000 min. spend
River Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Tuesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Balcony Room
8:00 – 0:00
from £850 hire fee
Underglobe
18:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Bull Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £4500–£5000 min. spend
River Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Wednesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Balcony Room
8:00 – 0:00
from £850 hire fee
Underglobe
18:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Bull Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £4500–£5000 min. spend
River Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Thursday
8:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Balcony Room
8:00 – 0:00
from £850 hire fee
Underglobe
18:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Bull Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £4500–£5000 min. spend
River Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Friday
8:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Balcony Room
8:00 – 0:00
from £850 hire fee
Underglobe
18:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Bull Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £4500–£5000 min. spend
River Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Saturday
8:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Balcony Room
8:00 – 0:00
from £850 hire fee
Underglobe
18:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Bull Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £4500–£5000 min. spend
River Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Sunday
8:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Balcony Room
8:00 – 0:00
from £850 hire fee
Underglobe
18:00 – 0:00
from £100 per person
Bull Room
12:00 – 0:00
from £4500–£5000 min. spend
River Room
12:00 – 17:00
from £500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 450
standing
Up to 300
seats
In-house catering
European
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Swan, Shakespeare's Globe

Swan, Shakespeare's Globe is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Swan, Shakespeare's Globe is a restaurant and bar operating as the Globe theatre's dining arm, defined by its formal dining rooms and theatre-linked identity.

Venue highlights: The venue includes several private dining rooms and an adjacent restaurant and bar that provide river-facing windows and formal dining layouts. The kitchen serves seasonal British a la carte menus, afternoon tea and sharing plates while the bar stocks craft beers, small-batch gins, cocktails and English sparkling wines. The venue provides in-house catering, a lift to all floors and extensive vegan, gluten-free and halal menu options for private events.

Best for: Private dining and celebratory dinner parties; cocktail receptions; corporate dinners and drinks receptions.

Location: Bankside sits on the South Bank and provides a riverside promenade and a cluster of cultural attractions. Tate Modern, Borough Market and theatre venues are within easy reach for guests to visit before or after an event.

What guests say: The service is attentive and responsive for large group bookings and special requests. The afternoon tea is generous, well presented and paired with wide window views.

FAQ

No. All catering would need to be provided by the venue.

Yes, a signature cocktail can be provided.

Yes, we do indeed serve halal food.

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

At Swan, Shakespeare's Globe, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe:

  • Balcony Room hosting 60 guests: £6156
  • Underglobe hosting 200 guests: £30000
  • River Room hosting 45 guests: £4500

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Swan, Shakespeare's Globe is located at 21 New Globe Walk, in Southwark, London. The nearest metro station is Mansion House Station.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Catherine N. rated it 4.7/5 stars
    'Very helpful function team, who met and responded promptly on event organisation Unique venue with options to personalise through e.g. AV walls, flexible positioning of bar/tables/dance floor'
  • Judi S. rated it 4.7/5 stars
    'The food was even better than we expected - almost all the guests commented on how good it was - and the staff on duty on the day could not have been more helpful and accommodating. They kept to a quite strict timetable but without anything seemed rushed or stressful.'

It is! Here's what guests who have hosted holiday celebrations there are saying:

  • Benjamin E. rated it 5/5 stars
    'Fantastic venue and we were looked after from the beginning of the night right to the end, the food service and venue presentation was top class. Would recommend.'

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21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT
Mansion House Station (0.3 mi)
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Public transportation
  • Subway Mansion House 0.3 mi
  • Bus Southwark Bridge / Bankside Pier 0.1 mi
  • Bus Cannon Street (Stop 47) 0.3 mi
  • Bus Blackfriars Station / South Entrance 0.3 mi
  • Train Cannon Street 0.3 mi
  • Train Blackfriars 0.4 mi
Parking
  • Parking Parking Lot for Bicycles - London 0.2 mi
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  • Native Bankside 0.1 mi
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