Events
did you know?
- Southbank Centre was built in 1951 as part of the Festival of Britain, an idea put forward by the Labour Government as a ‘Tonic to the Nation’ following the ravages of the Second World War.
- Royal Festival Hall was the first post-war building to become Grade 1 listed and the only building to survive from the Festival of Britain.
- Their packed programme promotes over 5000 events every year, taking place across their 85,000m2 site.
- A beautiful garden sits on the roof of the Queen Elizabeth Hall, filled with wild flowers, vegetable patches...and a bar.
where
is it?
southbank centre
Belvedere Rd, Lambeth, London SE1 8XX
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Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre
Creating an inspirational neighbourhood
Witness for the Prosecution
It's classic Agatha Christie. We'll see you in court!
Totally Thames Festival
Totally Thames is an annual celebration of the River Thames with a creative and diverse programme that inspires, connects and enthrals.
Morley College
A free gallery space and a host of exciting events and talks all year round.
G11
Discover this new gallery gem in Oxo Tower Wharf.
Riverside Walkway
Take a stroll along South Bank's leafy riverside.
The Green Room
A new dining destination located behind the National Theatre.
gallery@oxo
gallery@oxo showcases a varied programme of photography, contemporary design, architecture and issue-based exhibitions.
City Cruises
The No.1 sightseeing tour on the Thames - choose from afternoon tea, sundowner and even Elvis cruises.
MBNA Thames Clippers
Stylish river fleet, running every 20 minutes between key London piers.
Jubilee Gardens
Jubilee Gardens is a beautifully landscaped park situated in the heart of South Bank, behind the London Eye.
Gillray's Steakhouse & Bar
South Bank's premier steak restaurant and cocktail bar.
Drawing Room
Secret bar in the BFI Southbank (behind the bookcase!)
Kitchen National Theatre
Kitchen is National Theatre's all-day cafe.
Mondrian London
Seductive and striking, Mondrian London brings a bold new energy to London's South Bank, blending the style and sophistication of the boutique brand with South Bank’s artistic vibe.
National Theatre
The internationally-renowned venue presents new writing, classics, comedies and musicals.
BFI Southbank
A four-screen cinema venue showing a huge selection of classic and contemporary films.
IWM London
IWM London tells the stories of those whose lives have been shaped by war through the depth, breadth and impact of their Galleries, displays and events.