Royal Festival Hall Auditorium at Southbank Centre

Southbank Centre · South Bank, London, SE1 8XX · Show map

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About this space

Iconic South Bank cultural complex with world-class auditoria and flexible breakout spaces, offering in-house production support, hybrid-ready AV, and premium catering partners for standout conferences in central London.

Features

Wifi

Auditoria + foyers for breakouts

Hybrid-ready event capability

In-house production support

Wheelchair access + hearing support

Zone 1, Waterloo access

Food & Drink

Professional Kitchen

Recommended Caterering List Available

Recommended Caterers Only

Space

Disabled Access

2,472m² (26,608ft²)

Licenses

Licensed Until 2am

Capacities

2,740 Theatre

Guide prices

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Venue Hire Per Day

Every day, 07:00 - 16:00Every day, 07:00 - 16:00

£27,500 / Venue Fee

Venue Hire Per Evening

Every day, 16:00 - 22:00Every day, 16:00 - 22:00

£22,000 / Venue Fee

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Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day

Every day, 07:00 - 22:00Every day, 07:00 - 22:00

£60,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend

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Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day

Every day, 08:00 - 17:00Every day, 08:00 - 17:00

£80,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend

Location

Southbank Centre South BankLondonWaterloo SE1 8XXLondon

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