Southbank Centre - London
Southbank Centre, Waterloo – Host your next corporate event or gala in this vibrant arts hub with stunning riverside views for up to 2,500 guests. Enquire via Hire Space today.
Location: Waterloo, London, Waterloo, SE1 8XX, London
Coordinates: 51.5060641, -0.1163058
Capacity: 25 - 2740 guests
Starting from: 220 per hour
Available Spaces
Purcell Room
Capacity: Up to 295 Theatre guests
Pricing: 8250 / Venue Fee
Wood‑panelled 295-seat auditorium at Southbank Centre with professional production support—an elegant, modern-classical setting for a polished lunchtime vocal/piano recital near Waterloo.
Royal Festival Hall Auditorium
Capacity: Up to 2740 Theatre guests
Pricing: 22000 / Venue Fee
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.
Queen Elizabeth Hall Auditorium
Capacity: Up to 916 Theatre guests
Pricing: 21500 / Venue Fee
This stunning auditorium is perfect for conferences, award ceremonies, AGMs, film premieres, seminars and hybrid events. Conveniently situated by the River Thames and with excellent transport links, this iconic brutalist architecture boasts state-of-the-art facilities. Rich in cultural heritage, it offers a 916-seat space that will comfortably accommodate your guests. If you require exclusivity or additional space, the whole venue can be hired, including the Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer, which can be used for a reception, and the Purcell Room, which can be used as a breakout space.
Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer
Capacity: Up to 1000 Reception guests
Pricing: 7000 / Venue Fee
The Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer is a large vibrant space available for commercial bookings with capacity for up to 950 people. The spacious foyer is bathed in natural light and the concrete walls, marble floors and award-winning interiors make this a fantastic space for events such as awards dinners, parties, launches, large receptions and fashion shows.
Weston Roof Pavilion
Capacity: Up to 220 Standing guests
Pricing: 5000 / Venue Fee
Iconic South Bank conference venue with modern AV, river views and flexible breakout options for polished 100-delegate events in central London.
St Paul's Roof Pavillion
Capacity: Up to 150 Standing guests
Pricing: 4000 / Venue Fee
The St Paul's Pavilion is a beautiful space located on the sixth floor of the Southbank Centre, with fantastic views of Central London looking towards the City. Hire of the Pavilion comes with access to a private roof top courtyard and balcony. It is suitable for a variety of events from meetings and workshops to receptions and private dinners,
Queen's Walk
Capacity: Up to 1000 Standing guests
Pricing: 9000 / Venue Fee
An iconic filming location with a stunning London backdrop, including the London Eye and the Houses of Parliament along the River Thames. Also visible is the greenery of Jubilee Gardens and the Brutalist architecture of the Southbank Centre's various buildings in the background. Please enquire via FilmApp and a member of the team will come back to you.
Southbank Centre Square
Capacity: Up to 1000 Standing guests
Pricing: 220 / Venue Fee
Located close to Waterloo station, this large brand activation space is ideal for promoting to commuters. It is a large, flexible space available on Monday-Thursday. Please submit via FilmApp to enquire directly.
Queen Elizabeth Hall Roof Garden
Capacity: Up to 300 Standing guests
Pricing: 4000 / Venue Fee
Available for hire for the first time, our rooftop garden is a lush oasis offering panoramic views of London and the River Thames. If you're looking for an event space, simply ascend the striking yellow stairs outside the Queen Elizabeth Hall to uncover our serene garden. The space can be used for networking events, private and corporate parties, evening receptions and as an unique space for launches. Contact our dedicated Venue Managers to discover more about our in-house bar and catering services available on the Roof Garden.
Festive Celebrations
Capacity: Up to 220 Standing guests
Pricing: 4000 / Venue Fee
Looking for top-notch caterers for your event? We partner with trusted caterers who use high-quality ingredients to craft delicious menus. Get in touch with our team to see the catering packages we offer for the festive period. When you host your event at the Southbank Centre, you benefit from the support of our Event Managers, a whole team of people dedicated to ensuring your event runs smoothly.
About This Venue
Venue Information
Total Spaces: 10
Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Venues/London/2113/Southbank-Centre