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Sea Containers Events

Event Venue

#38 of 313 Event Space venues in Southwark Borough
#48 of 1814 Outdoor Space venues in London
  5 reviews  – 
18 Upper Ground, London, SE1 9PD –
Blackfriars Station (0.2 mi)
From £500
hire fee + min. spend
Up to 200
seats
Up to 350
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Perched atop the iconic Sea Containers building on London’s South Bank, this venue offers exclusive spaces with stunning city views. Great for chic parties, receptions, and private dinners.

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Spaces for hire at Sea Containers Events

Level 12 at Sea Containers Events

Level 12
Blank Canvas
·
Private space
130 seats
200 standing
Level 12 is a highly flexible, blank canvas space that can be configured as one large room or divided into two, three, or four self-contained rooms to suit events of varying sizes. With floor-to-ceiling windows and a wraparound terrace offering breathtaking views across London, the space is ideal not only for conferences and meetings but also for...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Play your own music
from £9000 minimum spend
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Roof Garden at Sea Containers Events

Roof Garden
Outdoor Space
·
Private space
225 standing
Roof Garden is a private outdoor space in Sea Containers Events providing panoramic riverside and city skyline views from a rooftop terrace. Design: The roof garden is a contemporary rooftop terrace with paved surfaces, low planted beds and metal balustrades. The layout is open and linear, giving wide sightlines and strong natural light. Features...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £18000 minimum spend
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Cucumber Bar & Restaurant at Sea Containers Events

Cucumber Bar & Restaurant
Function Room
·
Private space
100 seats
200 standing
Cucumber Bar & Restaurant is a Function Room in Sea Containers Events centred on a curved, marble-topped bar that serves as the room's focal point. Design: Pale green tongue-and-groove panelling, patterned stone flooring and an exposed-beam ceiling create a neat, contemporary look. Low pendant lights and light-coloured surfaces keep sightlines ope...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £6600 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 11 months ago
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Sunset Bar at Sea Containers Events

Sunset Bar
Event Space
·
Private space
120 seats
350 standing
The Sunset Bar is an Event Space within Sea Containers Events and is defined by a contemporary glass frontage and open sightlines. Design: The Sunset Bar pairs floor-to-ceiling glazing with metal and timber detailing and a restrained neutral palette that keeps the interior contemporary and uncluttered. Features: The Sunset Bar has an installed PA...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £6600 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 11 months ago
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The Wren at Sea Containers Events

The Wren
Function Room
·
Private space
36 seats
40 standing
The Wren is an ideal vantage point for viewing the City of London, including the iconic St. Paul's Cathedral, after which this room is named. Renowned architect Sir Christopher Wren inspired its design. This space is perfect for smaller meetings or board meetings, featuring double-aspect windows and a private terrace that offers stunning views. C...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £2300 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 11 months ago
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Amphitheatre at Sea Containers Events

Amphitheatre
Auditorium / Conference Room
·
Private space
200 seats
A dynamic, tiered space designed for impact. Spanning two levels (12 and 13), the Amphitheatre is a striking setting for keynote presentations, product launches, briefings, and graduation ceremonies. With its built-in tiered seating and impressive sightlines, it offers a ready-made platform for sharing ideas, celebrating milestones, and hosting me...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £5360 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 11 months ago
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Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Seated Feasting Menu – Level 12 – Roof Garden

£80 per person

• Seated feasting menu served sharing style for the table
• Festive starters, mains, sides and desserts
• Vegan and gluten-free dishes available within the menu
STARTERS
1. Roast squash salad, vegan blue cheese, pomegranate and cranberry dressing GF VE
2. Ham hock terrine, chicory, caramelised walnuts, apple
3. London Smoke & Cure smoked salmon rillettes, sweet cucumber pickles, dill
MAINS
1. Parsnip and squash wellington, vegan pigs in blankets VE
2. Cornish hake, celeriac and grain mustard remoulade, samphire, lemon GF
3. Roast bronze turkey, pigs in blankets, sage stuffing
SIDES GF VE
1. Roast potatoes, garlic, thyme, rosemary
2. Creamed brussel sprouts, cranberries, chestnuts
3. Maple roast parsnips and carrots
DESSERTS
1. Vegan chocolate torte, kirsh cherries, clementines, mascarpone VE
2. Pear and almond tart, vanilla chantilly cream, armagnac infused prunes
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Reviews and ratings

4.8
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
3.8

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EF
Eva F.
Verified review
Outdoor Space · 150 guests · June 2025 · Roof Garden

Beautiful view, friendly and attentive staff and everything was well organized. A great place for hosting events – would definitely come back!

5.0
EL
Evette L.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Great communication and quick response time.

5.0
BG
Billy G.
Verified review
Very poor communication
1.0
RC
Rebecca C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:00 – 0:00
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Roof Garden
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Sunset Bar
18:00 – 23:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Amphitheatre
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Cucumber Bar & Restaurant
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
The Wren
8:00 – 0:00
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Level 12
8:00 – 17:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Tuesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Roof Garden
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Sunset Bar
18:00 – 23:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Amphitheatre
18:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Cucumber Bar & Restaurant
18:00 – 0:00
from £6000 hire fee + min. spend
The Wren
8:00 – 17:30
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Level 12
8:00 – 17:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Wednesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Roof Garden
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Sunset Bar
18:00 – 23:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Amphitheatre
18:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Cucumber Bar & Restaurant
18:00 – 0:00
from £6000 hire fee + min. spend
The Wren
8:00 – 17:30
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Level 12
8:00 – 17:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Thursday
8:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Roof Garden
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Sunset Bar
18:00 – 23:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Amphitheatre
18:00 – 0:00
from £5000 hire fee + min. spend
Cucumber Bar & Restaurant
18:00 – 0:00
from £6000 hire fee + min. spend
The Wren
8:00 – 17:30
from £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Level 12
8:00 – 17:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Friday
8:00 – 0:00
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Roof Garden
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Sunset Bar
18:00 – 23:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Amphitheatre
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Cucumber Bar & Restaurant
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
The Wren
8:00 – 0:00
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Level 12
8:00 – 17:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Saturday
8:00 – 0:00
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Roof Garden
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Sunset Bar
18:00 – 23:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Amphitheatre
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Cucumber Bar & Restaurant
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
The Wren
8:00 – 0:00
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Level 12
8:00 – 17:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Sunday
8:00 – 0:00
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Roof Garden
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Sunset Bar
18:00 – 23:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Amphitheatre
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Cucumber Bar & Restaurant
18:00 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
The Wren
8:00 – 0:00
from £500 hire fee + min. spend
Level 12
8:00 – 17:30
from £3000 hire fee + min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 11 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 350
standing
Up to 200
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Sea Containers Events

Sea Containers Events is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Sea Containers Events is an event venue occupying the upper floors of the landmark Sea Containers tower, defined by rooftop terraces and river-facing architecture.

Venue highlights: The venue supplies in-house catering and bespoke event menus that accommodate halal, kosher, vegan and gluten-free requirements for private hires. The venue offers lift access to every floor and in-house technical and production support for AV and sound.

Best for: Corporate receptions, private dinners and summer roof-terrace parties.

Location: South Bank sits beside the Thames and provides a cultural quarter of theatres, restaurants and bars that guests can use before or after an event.

What guests say: The upper floors and roof terrace deliver panoramic views across the Thames and the London skyline. The in-house catering offers varied event menus and multiple dietary options.

FAQ

Yes. The venue provides event catering and does not allow external suppliers.

Yes, the venue has an Amphitheatre, as well as a Sunset Bar.

At Sea Containers Events, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Sea Containers Events:

  • Level 12 hosting 150 guests: £14400
  • Cucumber Bar & Restaurant hosting 100 guests: £12360
  • Roof Garden hosting 150 guests: £7320

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

Sea Containers Events is located at 18 Upper Ground, in South Bank, London. The nearest metro station is Blackfriars Station.

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