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Discover the allure of free event venues in South Bank, London. Ideal for professionals organising corporate gatherings, these spaces offer unique atmospheres without a venue hire fee. Consider accessibility, capacity and ambiance to ensure your event's success in this vibrant cultural hub.

A stone's throw from Embankment tube station and Waterloo train and tube stations, the South Bank is super accessible.

TRANSPORT

The South Bank Centre is a world-famous performance and arts venue offering many cultural events year-round. 

CULTURE

Whether you fancy relaxed Italian fare or more upmarket dining options, the South Bank is the place to be.

FOOD & DRINK

Nestled beside the River Thames, the South Bank is a pretty tree-lined stretch in central London that's packed full of stylish restaurants, relaxed bars, and famous attractions such as the Tate Modern, the London Eye, the London Dungeon and Sea Life. Whether you're planning a family friendly day out, leading an educational workshop or a corporate dinner, the South Bank is a great option. Culture-wise, the South Bank is home to the South Bank Centre, National Theatre and BFI theatre, which all make great locations for events.

The history of South Bank can be traced back to the 12th century, when it was primarily used as a landing site for ships travelling up and down the River Thames. Nowadays, the South Bank is very well connected to other parts of London, with Waterloo train station and tube stations nearby, as well as the Thames Clipper stopping alongside the London Eye.

An extremely popular destination in the summer especially, this relaxed area is bustling with energy and offers great views of Big Ben, St Paul's and of course, the iconic London Eye. 

South Bank

Sprawling gardens, trendy meeting spaces or vast exhibition halls... South London offers the best of the best.

VENUE VARIETY

South London is extremely well connected to the rest of the city and beyond, thanks to its plentiful tube, train and bus connections.

Whether you want to visit the Cutty Sark, engage your team with an away day in Brixton or dance the night away in Clapham, there's plenty to do!

THINGS TO DO

South London is the southern part of the city, encompassing areas such as Lambeth, Wandsworth, Southwark, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich and Richmond. A bustling and vibrant region, there are so many different cultural influences here, which show in the array of restaurants, bars and entertainment offerings. Whether you're looking for a peaceful stroll through leafy Richmond, want to sample a world-famous brewery in Brixton or meet up with your team in Wimbledon Village, there's something for everyone!

This also means that there are plenty of unique event spaces here. Whether you need a blank canvas space for a pop-up or brand activation, a large hall for a conference, a trendy, intimate space for a meeting or anything in between, we guarantee South London has it!

In addition to its venue variety and village-like way of life, South London is very well connected to the rest of the city and beyond, with numerous tube and train lines running throughout the region.

South London

Explore top free event venues in South Bank, London for professional corporate events. Find the perfect space with no hire fee.

Free Event Venues in South Bank

Free Event Venues

Gallery at OXO2 offers a brilliant and versatile blank canvas space, boasting two interconnecting gallery-style rooms that can be hired together or separately. With an abundance of natural light, this South Bank space is perfect for immersive brand events, allowing full customization to bring any vision to life. The venue's expert theming and production partners are on hand to help unleash creativity, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of events. From seated dinners with a capacity of 160 guests, to stand-up receptions accommodating up to 400 people, Gallery is equipped to host events of various scales. Theatre-style setups can hold 150 attendees, while cabaret arrangements are suitable for 100 guests. The space's stunning panoramic views of the River Thames and London's skyline add a breathtaking backdrop to any occasion, enhancing the overall experience.

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Reception

Events

Gallery

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OXO2

Elegant, flexible event spaces in a historic building. Ideal for receptions, dinners, and parties.

Strand, Fleet and Bell is beautifully proportioned, light and spacious events spaces overlooking the Courts of Justice.

Located in the stunning Law Society, they are exceptionally flexible and ideal for drinks receptions, private lunches and dinners, meetings, conferences, presentations, panel discussions, or corporate parties. We can also provide delicious catering, tailored to the requirements of your event!

Elegant event space with round tables and blue chairs for formal receptions.

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Elegant meeting room with round tables, ideal for corporate events and conferences.

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Meeting room at 113 Chancery Lane with round tables for corporate events and presentations.

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Strand, Fleet and Bell 

113 Chancery Lane 

A unique riverside venue with yachts and terraces for up to 900 guests. Ideal for large events.

Your own private island in the heart of central London, a space stretching along the the river with the combined use of Woods Quay and the Silver Sturgeon super yacht moored alongside.

For spring and summer drinks receptions for up to 900 guests, enjoy cocktails, bowl food, BBQ bites and free-flow drinks throughout the exclusive spaces within Woods Qua and alongside the riverside moorings which connect the Quay to your private river yacht, Silver Sturgeon.

Ample outtside space including an open top deck and riverside terraces compliment this unique riverside venue overlooking the London Eye.

Outdoor event space for 900 guests at Woods Silver Fleet, ideal for networking and gatherings.

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Elegant riverside venue for large events, featuring ambient lighting and city skyline.

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Rooftop event for 900 guests with stylish bar setup, perfect for networking and socializing.

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Elegant catering sliders for large events, fostering networking and interaction.

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Riverside venue for large events, ideal for gatherings and networking by Woods Silver Fleet.

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Large events for up to 900 guests

Woods Silver Fleet

A unique Venetian-style hall and gallery in Westminster, ideal for various events and receptions.

The Harry Ricardo is located on the fourth floor and features a stylish boardroom table, making it an ideal setting for film and photo shoots. This versatile space, part of One Birdcage Walk, offers a unique blend of period and modern design, providing an inspiring backdrop for creative projects. With air conditioning and high-speed Wi-Fi, the venue ensures comfort and connectivity. Nestled in the heart of Westminster, overlooking St James's Park, it is conveniently situated near iconic landmarks like the Houses of Parliament and HM Treasury. Whether you're capturing corporate events, promotional content, or artistic photography, the Harry Ricardo space is perfect for bringing your vision to life. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of this prestigious location while benefiting from its flexible layout and professional amenities.

Elegant Marble Hall event space with marble flooring, ideal for receptions and networking.

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Elegant Marble Hall event space with classic architecture, ideal for meetings and receptions.

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Elegant Marble Hall event space with floral decor for meetings and gatherings.

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Buffet

Film and Photo

Marble Hall and adjoining Gallery

One Birdcage Walk

A vibrant Latin American venue by the Thames, ideal for dining and private events up to 190 guests.

A superb dining experience in an unbeatable location. Right on the Thames, Las Iguanas Royal Festival Hall is perfect for a tropical South American party. The venue is very sub-divisible, with semi-exclusive areas available for informal meetings, networking events and group dining.  

For larger events the entire venue can be hired for up to 190 people for seated dining or receptions.

Vibrant rice, chicken, and shrimp dish at Las Iguanas Royal Festival Hall event catering.

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Outdoor café at Las Iguanas Royal Festival Hall, perfect for networking events and meet-ups.

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Grilled steak with salad and salsas at Las Iguanas Royal Festival Hall event catering.

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Vibrant dish at Las Iguanas Royal Festival Hall, perfect for upscale events and catering.

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Vibrant cocktails at Las Iguanas Royal Festival Hall for networking events and celebrations.

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Las Iguanas Royal Festival Hall

Elegant riverside room with historic charm, ideal for weddings, receptions, and events up to 250 guests.

The Reading & Writing Room on 2nd floor of One Whitehall Place and overlooks the River Thames, London Eye & Whitehall gardens. 

The room displays magnificent faience tiling, and has a built in parquet dance floor under the carpet. It can be used for a wedding ceremony for up to 130 people, drinks receptions up to 250 standing and seated wedding breakfast for 130 people. 

Used in conjunction with the interconnecting Gladstone Library, the rooms provide an exquisite flexible combination of rooms for your wedding. Bespoke wedding packages are available to enable you to design your day.

Elegant Reading & Writing Room at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, perfect for weddings.

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Elegant banquet hall with fine china, ideal for corporate events and formal dinners.

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Elegant event space with white chairs and blue sashes at The Royal Horseguards Hotel.

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Elegant Reading & Writing Room with chandeliers, perfect for receptions and networking events.

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Elegant banquet hall with round tables, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Weddings

Reading & Writing Room

The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place

Historic Georgian Vaults in Central London for events, parties, and product launches for up to 220 guests.

Originally designed as river-front warehouses, these fully restored Vaults offer a striking contrast to the splendour of the rooms above.
The series of interconnecting spaces offer a choice of secluded settings for intimate gatherings or, used as a whole, provide a spectacular backdrop to parties, product launches, drinks receptions and fashion shows for up to 220 guests.

Versatile event space in RSA House with exposed brick arches, ideal for gatherings and workshops.

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Versatile event space in RSA House with unique brick arch ceiling for corporate and social gatherings.

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Exposed brick arches in The Vaults, RSA House event space for corporate meetings and receptions.

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The Vaults at RSA House: elegant event space with exposed brick and fairy lights.

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Elegant event space in RSA House with exposed brick arches, ideal for corporate gatherings.