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The Understudy

Iconic London theatre home to spectacular event spaces

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South Bank, SE1
The Space

Located beneath the iconic National Theatre on London’s South Bank, The Understudy is a vibrant, flexible space ideal for private and corporate events. With riverside views, a fully licensed bar, and a relaxed, industrial-chic interior, it’s perfect for birthdays, wrap parties, networking events, and receptions. The venue offers adaptable layouts, AV capabilities, and warm, attentive staff to help bring your event to life.

Just moments from Waterloo Station, The Understudy is easy to reach and offers a creative alternative to traditional hire spaces. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a lively celebration, its unique cultural setting and riverside terrace make it a standout choice for any occasion.

Venue Capacity
Standing:
100
Dining:
30
Price Guide for Rooms
Minimum Spend
Monday - Friday
10:00 - 23:00
From £ 750
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Perfect For
Awards ceremony
Birthday party
Bridal shower
Charity dinner
Christmas party
Conference
Corporate hire
Corporate party
Corporate reception
Creative space
Engagement party
Leaving party
Meeting Rooms
Networking
Office staff party
Presentation
Private dining rooms
Private party
Product launch
Summer party
Wedding
Wedding ceremony
Wedding reception
Wine tasting
Workshop
Wrap party
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Features & Restrictions
Catering
Full catering kitchen
Inhouse caterers available
Tables & Chairs
Tableware & Crockery
Vegan Friendly
Venue can provide alcohol
Wet Hire
Allow external caterers
Approved caterers only
Can provide Halal
Can provide Kosher
Dry Hire
Fridge/Freezer
Kitchen facilities available
Allowed Events
21st Birthday Parties
Child friendly
Loud Music
Open past 12am
Ticketed Events
18th Birthday Parties
Licensing
Alcohol License
Civil ceremony licence
Full wedding license
Late License
Noise restrictions
BYOB
Temporary event notices (TENs) available
Venue Specs
Air Conditioning
Cloakroom
Dog friendly
Early access
Elevator
Goods lift
Loading bay
Outside area
Parking Facilities
Rain friendly
Ramps
Smoking area
Toilets
Wheelchair access
Whiteboards/ flipcharts
Accommodation
Breakout rooms
Dancefloor
Separate Entrance
Technical
AV equipment
Bring your own DJ
PA System
Screens / Projector
Stage
Wi-Fi
Hearing loop
High Speed Fibre Optic
Hybrid Events
Live Streaming
On-site technician
Sky Sports
Video Conferencing
Video Recording
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