Whole Venue at OXO2 - Business
Capacity: Up to 400 guests (Standing)
Location: South Bank, London, South Bank, SE1 9PH, London
Coordinates: 51.5083466, -0.108278199999972
Features
- Wifi
- Award-winning in-house catering
- Balcony
- Blank canvas interior for customisation
- Dancefloor
- Panoramic views
- Separate spaces for ceremony & reception
Food & Drink
- External Catering Allowed
- Corkage Charge
- Catering Equipment Provided
- Professional Kitchen
- Halal Catering
- Kosher Catering
Space
- Disabled Access
- Outdoor Space
- 537m² (5,780ft²)
- Ceiling Height 3m (10ft)
Licenses
- Licensed Until 12am
- Wedding License
Capacities
- 60 Cabaret
- 160 Dining
- 160 Dinner Dance
- 400 Standing
- 180 Theatre
Venue Guide Prices
Business
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £10,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Mondays and Sundays, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £18,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Wednesdays, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £22,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Thursdays, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £12,500 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Tuesdays and Fridays and Saturdays, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Events
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £22,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Every day, 15:00 - 00:00 |
Events
Events
Film and Photo
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £10,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Mondays and Sundays, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £18,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Wednesdays, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £22,000 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Thursdays, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Venue Hire & Minimum Spend Per Day
| Price | Schedule |
|---|---|
| £12,500 / Venue Fee & Min Spend | Tuesdays and Fridays and Saturdays, 09:00 - 17:00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the venue hire costs and minimum spend requirements for OXO2?
Friday venue hire starts from £5,000 + VAT, with evening hire at £11,000 + VAT. Additional costs include mandatory catering, production, and security fees. A comprehensive quote for 100 guests including exclusive use (08:00-18:00), security, event management, staffing, cloakroom, furniture, in-house AV, and full catering package totals £10,600 + VAT.
What capacity limits apply to different event setups at OXO2?
The venue accommodates up to 400 standing guests or 160 seated guests. For corporate events, quotes are typically based on 100 guests with cabaret-style seating arrangements. The space features two interconnected gallery-style rooms that can be configured for various event formats including theatre, cabaret, and standing reception layouts.
What are the standard operating hours and any restrictions on event timing?
Standard venue access runs from 08:00-18:00, with evening events extending until 23:59. Events can finish at 5pm at no additional cost if contracts are signed within the specified timeframe. Setup time and breakdown periods are included in the hire duration.
What AV equipment and technical facilities are included in the hire?
In-house AV inclusions feature 4 x 75" professional display screens, 12 x uplighters, 2 x handheld microphones, lectern, and high-quality PA system. Vibration Production serves as the exclusive production partner for additional technical requirements including audio, video, lighting, branding, staging, and furniture.
What catering packages and bar services are available?
The venue provides award-winning in-house catering with packages including 3 servings of tea and coffee, 2 cold breakfast items, 2 mid-morning break bites, sandwich lunch with sides, 2 mid-afternoon break bites, and welcome drinks (prosecco/beer/wine/soft drinks). Bowl food reception packages and three-course sit-down dinners are also available.
What mandatory additional services and their costs must be included?
Security is mandatory for all events, along with event management, staffing, and cleaning services. These are included in comprehensive packages but represent additional costs beyond the base venue hire fee. All quotes include these mandatory services to provide accurate total event costs.
What is the booking process and contract requirements?
Dates are held on first option basis for 7 days before becoming joint first option. Contracts are sent via DocuSign for electronic signing, with deposit payments required as per contract terms. The venue requires signed contracts returned within specified timeframes to secure preferential rates and confirm bookings.
Who manages the venue and what recent ownership changes affect bookings?
OXO2 is now operated by C&H (BWG) Limited, a Broadwick company, following the acquisition of Camm & Hooper. All existing contracts are honored and novated to the new entity with identical terms. The venue continues operating with the same team and service standards under Broadwick management.
What are the location details and accessibility information?
OXO2 is located at Level Two, OXO Tower Wharf, Barge House Street, London SE1 9PH. The venue entrance is accessed via the long staircase on the west side of the OXO tower block, closest to London Eye/Waterloo. Nearest stations are Blackfriars and Waterloo, with the venue providing panoramic Thames views.
What budget ranges should clients expect for different event types?
Corporate events typically require budgets starting from £10,600 + VAT for 100 guests with full packages. Evening events start at £11,000 + VAT plus additional services. The venue cannot accommodate budgets below £7,500 + VAT, and clients should expect comprehensive packages including venue hire, catering, production, and security as minimum requirements.
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Amenities & Features
- Floor-to-ceiling windows with natural light
- Panoramic Thames and London views
- Two interconnected gallery-style rooms
- Blank canvas space for customisation
- In-house catering team
- Exclusive production partner (Vibration Production)
- Private balcony access
- Capacity for 400 standing or 160 seated
- Professional event management team
- Central London location at OXO Tower
Event Types
Great for: Stunning panoramic Thames views from the iconic OXO Tower combined with flexible blank canvas spaces and award-winning in-house catering.
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Additional Information
Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform
Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/63988/OXO2/Whole-Venue/Business