The Underglobe at Shakespeare's Globe

Up to 425
Moderate, Modest, Top End

About The Underglobe at Shakespeare's Globe

On the hunt for a central venue in London? Swan London sits against the banks of the Thames, in the heart of Bankside, boasting a historic location at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. Whether you’re planning an elegant cocktail reception, lavish dinner or a glittering award ceremony, Swan London’s flexible event spaces offer something for everyone.

Its most impressive space is Underglobe which, as the name suggests, is located underneath Shakespeare’s Globe and boasts a private riverside entrance. This spectacular room can hold up to 250 seated, or 425 standing, and has been used in the past for award ceremonies, Christmas parties and conferences. The space can also be partitioned with drapery to host smaller events.

When you hire Underglobe, a dedicated events team will be on hand to help with all the finer details from personalisation and decoration, to AV equipment, entertainment options and other production considerations. More than that, the space now offers a 270-degree projection wall, offering a permanent visual installation that creates a vibrant backdrop for any event. Private tours of the iconic Globe can also be added into your package, with a company of actors who can help to make your upcoming celebration immersive.

When it comes to catering, an in-house team of chefs offer stylish and sustainable menus for parties and events, with a focus on British cuisine and restaurant quality execution. But if you’re looking for something more bespoke, then be sure to speak to the team, who can organise everything from a whimsical Midsummer Night’s Dream feast, to a signature sushi bar. Be sure to work alongside the dedicated events team with in-house planners who will help you to bring your vision to life.

Looking for a space for a smaller guestlist? The Swan London also offers the Balcony Room, River Room, and the Bull Room, which can accommodate from 16 to 120 guests, each boasting sprawling views of the River Thames.

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Venue Facilities
Children welcome
Dance floor
Disability access
Exclusive Hire
Late license
Live music or DJ included
Wifi available

Good to know

Delegates/Guests
Up to 425
Venue Hire Cost
Moderate, Modest, Top End
Event Type
Anniversary party, Awards ceremony, Birthday party, Corporate event, Corporate party, Drinks reception, Engagement party, Exhibition, Filming/photography location, Summer party
Venue Type
Museum art gallery
Venue Style
Cool, Corporate, Creative, Fun, Historic, Quirky and unusual, Waterside

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Private Group Dining

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Restaurant

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Special offers for The Underglobe at Shakespeare's Globe

Offer

August event bookings ~ bubbles!

Expires on 23 August, 2025

Elevate your drinks reception this August in the Underglobe! We're offering our August event bookings a complementary drinks upgrade for their guests, so instead of us pouring our house Prosecco, we'll offer you an award-winning Rathfinny Brut. This delightful English sparkling is the perfect summer serve for your Bankside party! 

Videos and 360 tours

Christmas 2025 'Down the Rabbit Hole' Party
Underglobe Video
Romeo & Juliet Christmas 2022 in the Underglobe

The Underglobe at Shakespeare's Globe Events

FreeDown The Rabbit Hole Christmas 2025 in the Underglobe
Christmas events
Down The Rabbit Hole Christmas 2025 in the Underglobe

24 Nov 2025 until 30 Nov 2025

We're excited to bring you the Underglobe's mind-bending 2025 festive party design: Down the Rabbit Hole! Available to book from 24th November until early January 2026!

Inspired by Tim Burton’s quirky, dark and utterly delightful Alice in Wonderland, we’re transforming the Underglobe at Shakespeare's Globe into a topsy-turvy world where imagination runs wild! Expect wonderland inspired decor, immersive production, eccentric entertainment, and irresistible menus. 

Whether it’s our Mad Hatter's Tea Party, a breath-taking drinks reception or an immersive dinner experience, the Underglobe is ready to surprise and delight this festive season.

Visit our website to view our 'Down the Rabbit Hole' 2025 Christmas video trailer and to download our brochure. Party design available in the Underglobe space only. 

More Details

The Underglobe at Shakespeare's Globe Rooms

Balcony Room

56
Meeting
120
Standing
70
Banquet
70
Theatre

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Bull Room

16
Banquet

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River Room

35
Banquet

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Snug

24
Standing
12
Banquet

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Underglobe

Underglobe

425
Standing
250
Banquet

The Underglobe is a spectacular evening events space located at the iconic cultural landmark Shakespeare’s Globe, on the banks of the Thames. This award-winning corporate events venue features a prestigious location, a private riverside entrance, and can host events for 120 to 425 guests. With an experienced team available to deliver your perfect event, this atmospheric space is the ultimate choice for awards dinners, receptions and evening high-tech conferences. A contribution of your spend supports Shakespeare’s Globe – world renowned, performing arts venue, cultural attraction and education charity.

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Location

21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London, SE1 9DT

020 7928 9444

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Testimonials For The Underglobe at Shakespeare's Globe

Spirits Business AwardsNOVEMBER, 2024

“I just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your help and hard work on our event last week. It was a great success, and we’ve had some fantastic feedback from clients and attendees. Thank you so much for being so supportive and calm throughout this entire process. As you know, it was the first time we’ve run something like this, and we’re really happy with the outcome.”

Spirits Business Awards

Pink Ribbon FoundationSEPTEMBER, 2024

“The Pink Ribbon Foundation have hosted two charity gala’s at the Underglobe to launch Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The first was to the Midsummer Dream theme and the 2024 theme was Carnival (Rio). We have worked with Alessia to put together fabulous events which have included amazing props and decoration and wonderful food and drink. Our guests have been wowed by the space and the entertainment and we are booking our third event at the Underglobe for October 2025. The staff are friendly and helpful and we can’t recommend the venue enough!”

Lisa Allen

Jonathan Prince MBESEPTEMBER, 2024

“Second year here. It is a fantastic location with great staff and a brilliant eye for detail.”

Jonathan Prince MBE

Women in Security AwardsSEPTEMBER, 2024

“Just wanted to drop you an email to say thanks to you and the team for looking after us at our Women in Security Awards last week. It was even better than last year (and we didn’t think that was possible!)”

Women in Security Awards


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