Bankside offers mid to upper-tier venue pricing, shaped by its artistic reputation, Thames-side location and growing popularity among modern businesses and creative planners. Situated between London Bridge and Blackfriars, and served by Southwark and Borough stations, Bankside attracts publishing houses, design studios and legal firms seeking cultural relevance and connectivity in one of London’s most walkable districts.
Venues in Bankside range from contemporary galleries and warehouse conversions to boutique hotels and riverside terraces. Prominent locations such as the Tate Modern, The Shard and Shakespeare’s Globe offer statement settings at a premium, while nearby lofts, co-working event rooms and minimalist studios provide more flexible pricing options for workshops or personal gatherings.
Corporate planners favour Bankside for leadership offsites, creative brainstorms and investor briefings in spaces with curated interiors and strong AV. Private organisers look to the area for civil ceremonies, private dinners and cultural celebrations, often choosing venues with Thames views or gallery-style layouts. Demand peaks in spring and autumn, with pricing reflective of tourist activity and business event cycles.
Many venues incorporate sustainable features like locally sourced menus, BREEAM-rated buildings and plastic-free policies. With its blend of industrial charm, cultural depth and proximity to the City, Bankside continues to see steady price growth among planners prioritising style, substance and location.
Meeting/Workshop
Bankside’s meeting and workshop venues include premium spaces in modern meeting rooms or architectural landmarks like The Shard, offering high-end boardrooms with Thames views and integrated tech. More budget-friendly options include meeting rooms in co-working hubs like Workspace The Leather Market or smaller creative spaces just off Borough High Street with hourly or half-day rates.
Private Dining
Private dining in Bankside ranges from refined spaces in riverside restaurants with seasonal menus and curated wine lists to more casual options like semi-private dining rooms in modern brasseries or eclectic restaurants. Lower-cost alternatives include flexible dining spaces within galleries or community venues with BYO policies.
Team Activity
Team activities in Bankside span from immersive cocktail masterclasses or gallery-led creative workshops at cultural venues to more affordable group activities such as walking tours, mini-golf in riverside bars like PLONK GOLF or flexible hire of casual studio spaces for hands-on experiences.
Presentation
Presentation venues include high-spec auditoriums at institutions like the Tate Modern, university lecture theatres or boutique cinema spaces, commanding higher fees for AV and branding support. Mid to lower-range options include versatile event rooms in innovation hubs or converted warehouses with projector setups and informal layouts.
Wedding
Bankside weddings vary from statement celebrations in historic halls like Southwark Cathederal or Fishmongers’ Hall with full-service packages, to more intimate and affordable options such as restaurant private rooms, community halls or minimalist warehouse venues offering dry hire and flexible event styling.
Networking
Networking venues in Bankside range from stylish rooftop bars and glass-fronted lounges with skyline views, such as Hutong, to more accessible options like private areas in cafés or contemporary wine bars offering drink packages and semi-private layouts for informal networking evenings.
Studio
Studios in Bankside include high-end creative production spaces used for photography, podcasting and design sprints, complete with AV and natural lighting, like Black Swan Studios. Lower-cost studios are often found in artist-run buildings or shared community hubs, like The Factory, offering flexible bookings and open-plan formats.
Conference
Conference venues include well-known cultural centres with large-capacity rooms, breakout spaces and professional tech support, such as Science Gallery London, priced at the premium end. More affordable conference setups can be found in business hotels or flexible-use education buildings with standard AV and furniture configurations.
Christmas Party
Christmas parties in Bankside are often held in stylish riverside venues or repurposed industrial buildings with festive themes and curated entertainment, like The Curling Club, usually priced higher due to demand. Cost-effective alternatives include function rooms in pubs or relaxed restaurant takeovers offering set holiday menus and shared packages.
Summer Party
Summer parties in Bankside take advantage of luxury courtyards, rooftop terraces and modern pavilions with BBQs and outdoor bars at higher price points. Budget-conscious organisers can book partial venue hires at local pubs, like Belushi’s London Bridge, or café terraces for smaller, informal summer socials.
Personal Private Party
Personal private parties in Bankside range from elegant bar and restaurant takeovers or gallery hire for milestone events to more affordable gatherings in relaxed community spaces, creative studios or restaurant function rooms, offering flexible catering and a casual, artsy atmosphere.
Corporate Private Party
Corporate private parties in Bankside include full venue hire of architecturally impressive buildings, such as Hop Exchange, or themed riverside bars like Electric Shuffle with formal dining and entertainment. Mid-range options include private areas in modern brasseries or co-working spaces with bar service and flexible layout options.
