BFI Southbank
Cinema
#29 of 175 Event Space venues in Southwark
#18 of 392 Screening venues in Central London
5 reviews
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Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XT
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Waterloo Station (0.2 mi)
Hannah Gibbons
Your Personal Event Manager from British Film Institute
Response rate: 96%
Response time: Within
3 hours
Partnered with Tagvenue for 5 years
This manager has been a trusted partner of Tagvenue, consistently recognised by customers for their reliability.
Great communication
Clients have highly rated their communication with the venue manager, appreciating his professionalism and quick response times.
Spaces for hire at BFI Southbank
NFT1 Auditorium
Screening Room
·
Private space
450 seats
NFT1 is our largest auditorium and has played host to some incredible moments in cinema history. The venue is a true piece of cinematic history.
Offering maximum comfort and style, NFT1 is superbly equipped to the highest standard with projection and sound facilities, comfortable raked seating and a large stage.
NFT1 is the perfect venue for m...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
NFT2 Auditorium
Event Space
·
Private space
125 seats
A well-proportioned screening room with a stage, NFT2 at the BFI Southbank is ideal for panel discussions, industry events or private screenings and is one of our most popular corporate hire venues.
The large screen creates a vibrant and dynamic backdrop and can support slick presentations to enhance the impact of your event.
All AV within NFT2 ...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
NFT3 Auditorium
Screening Room
·
Private space
134 seats
144 standing
The mid-sized NFT3 auditorium offers comfortable raked seating and a large presentation space in front of the screen, ideal for product launches, panel discussions, conferences, talks and screenings.
The large screen creates a vibrant and dynamic backdrop and can support slick presentations to enhance the impact of your event.
All AV within NFT2...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Studio Auditorium
Auditorium / Conference Room
·
Private space
38 seats
A stylish and comfortable boutique cinema space, the Studio is the best choice for a private screening, product launch, salon or intimate presentation, allowing you to create a memorable and personal event for your most valued guests.
Despite this being our smallest auditorium with a cosy capacity of 38 seats, you will not need to compromise on bi...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Blue Room
Event Space
·
Private space
100 seats
250 standing
A bright, contemporary multi-purpose space within the BFI Southbank, the Blue Room is a fantastic choice for your next conference, seminar, product launch, reception or networking event and is one of our most popular spaces
The versatile space can accommodate up to 60 for a seated dinner (cabaret style), 100 for a seated event (theatre style), a...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Riverfront and Balcony Bar
Cinema
·
Private space
90 seats
590 standing
The Riverfront and Balcony Bar is an impressive, newly refurbished two-storey waterfront location that is perfect for hosting a staff Christmas party, annual gathering or reception overlooking the river Thames.
An alfresco terrace can be combined with the Riverfront restaurant and Balcony Bar for summer receptions, offering a truly versatile spac...
Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
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Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XT
Waterloo Station (0.2 mi)
Public transportation
- Bus Waterloo Station (Stop T) 0.2 mi
- Bus Waterloo Road (Stop M) 0.2 mi
- Bus Waterloo Road (Stop L) 0.2 mi
Parking
- Parking National Theatre Car Park - Waterloo Campus, Upper Ground, London 0.1 mi
- Parking Solo Motorcycle parking - Waterloo Campus, Southbank Centre, 9 Belvedere Rd, London 0.1 mi
Hotels
- Marriot county hall 0.2 mi
- Grosvenor Executive Chauffeurs 1.3 mi
Prices and opening hours
Monday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£840–£12000
hire fee
NFT1 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£4800–£12000
hire fee
NFT2 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
NFT3 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
Studio Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£840–£1800
hire fee
Blue Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£2100
hire fee per day
Riverfront and Balcony Bar
9:00 –
23:00
from
£3600
hire fee per day
Tuesday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£840–£12000
hire fee
NFT1 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£4800–£12000
hire fee
NFT2 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
NFT3 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
Studio Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£840–£1800
hire fee
Blue Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£2100
hire fee per day
Riverfront and Balcony Bar
9:00 –
23:00
from
£3600
hire fee per day
Wednesday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£840–£12000
hire fee
NFT1 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£4800–£12000
hire fee
NFT2 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
NFT3 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
Studio Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£840–£1800
hire fee
Blue Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£2100
hire fee per day
Riverfront and Balcony Bar
9:00 –
23:00
from
£3600
hire fee per day
Thursday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£840–£12000
hire fee
NFT1 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£4800–£12000
hire fee
NFT2 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
NFT3 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
Studio Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£840–£1800
hire fee
Blue Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£2100
hire fee per day
Riverfront and Balcony Bar
9:00 –
23:00
from
£3600
hire fee per day
Friday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£840–£12000
hire fee
NFT1 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£4800–£12000
hire fee
NFT2 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
NFT3 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2100–£6000
hire fee
Studio Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£840–£1800
hire fee
Blue Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£2100
hire fee per day
Riverfront and Balcony Bar
9:00 –
23:00
from
£3600
hire fee per day
Saturday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1020–£12000
hire fee
NFT1 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£6000–£12000
hire fee
NFT2 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2400–£6000
hire fee
NFT3 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2400–£6000
hire fee
Studio Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£1020–£2040
hire fee
Blue Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£2100
hire fee per day
Riverfront and Balcony Bar
9:00 –
23:00
from
£3600
hire fee per day
Sunday
9:00 –
23:00
from
£1020–£12000
hire fee
NFT1 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£6000–£12000
hire fee
NFT2 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2400–£6000
hire fee
NFT3 Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£2400–£6000
hire fee
Studio Auditorium
9:00 –
22:30
from
£1020–£2040
hire fee
Blue Room
9:00 –
23:00
from
£2100
hire fee per day
Riverfront and Balcony Bar
9:00 –
23:00
from
£3600
hire fee per day
Facilities and catering options
Up to 590
standing
Up to 450
seats
In-house catering
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Parking available
Accommodation available
Promoted / ticketed events
BYO alcohol
Reviews and ratings
Communication
4.0
TM
Thomas M.
March 2024
Excellent communication
5.0
HW
Hannah W.
October 2021
Excellent communication
5.0
TR
Thc R.
August 2021
Excellent communication
5.0
About BFI Southbank
The BFI Southbank is a landmark venue in which to host your next conference or company gathering, allowing your guests to enjoy a unique event in a location that has been home to many memorable moments in the UK's film and cinema history for over 50 years.
The BFI Southbank comprises a number of iconic venues located on a highly desirable riverfront location at London’s Southbank, with excellent connectivity to public transport via Waterloo Station.
Over the years, we have staged inspiring events for leading corporate, tech, automotive and entertainment brands and many others.
The BFI Southbank offers 4 high-spec auditoria. Capacities range from an intimate Studio seating 38 to the 450-seater NFT1 auditorium that offers superb cinema projection, as well as mid-size auditoria seating 125 -138 that offer immensely flexible event spaces.
The auditorium spaces are perfect for hosting conferences, award ceremonies, screenings, company annual general meetings, product launches and project presentation spaces – especially if you are looking for the highest spec of audio-visual presentation – all of which are provided within the hire cost of the space.
We are also home to several versatile and stylish reception spaces, including an elegant restaurant and bar with views of the river Thames, which offer a great social space to host a welcome breakfast for delegates, an evening networking gathering, cocktail reception or staff Christmas gathering.
The BFI Southbank comprises a number of iconic venues located on a highly desirable riverfront location at London’s Southbank, with excellent connectivity to public transport via Waterloo Station.
Over the years, we have staged inspiring events for leading corporate, tech, automotive and entertainment brands and many others.
The BFI Southbank offers 4 high-spec auditoria. Capacities range from an intimate Studio seating 38 to the 450-seater NFT1 auditorium that offers superb cinema projection, as well as mid-size auditoria seating 125 -138 that offer immensely flexible event spaces.
The auditorium spaces are perfect for hosting conferences, award ceremonies, screenings, company annual general meetings, product launches and project presentation spaces – especially if you are looking for the highest spec of audio-visual presentation – all of which are provided within the hire cost of the space.
We are also home to several versatile and stylish reception spaces, including an elegant restaurant and bar with views of the river Thames, which offer a great social space to host a welcome breakfast for delegates, an evening networking gathering, cocktail reception or staff Christmas gathering.
FAQ
Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.
Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.
At BFI Southbank, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
BFI Southbank does not offer parking facilities.
Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at BFI Southbank:
- NFT1 Auditorium hosting 400 guests: £5400
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
BFI Southbank is located at Belvedere Road, in the Southwark district of London. The nearest metro station is Waterloo Station.