Event Spaces & Function Rooms
Lower Floor
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About Lower Floor
90 Banquet
150 Standing / Reception
The Lower Floor at SAMA Bankside comes alive when the sun sets and the party lights switch on. We've transformed these Victorian railway arches into a dynamic events space where exposed brick meets bursts of colour from our rotating artwork collection. The reclaimed wooden floors have hosted everything from 30th birthday bashes to corporate summer parties, each event bringing its own energy to the space. Our private bar anchors the room, where bartenders craft cocktails while guests move between the colourful booths and Chesterfield sofas. We can seat 90 for dinner parties or open the floor for 150 guests when the dancing starts. The large windows flood the space with natural light during afternoon events, then frame the city lights as evening celebrations kick into gear. A separate private room connects to the main space, which regulars love using as their VIP area or games room. We've seen it transform into everything from a cocktail masterclass zone to a karaoke booth, depending on what the night calls for. Our professional sound system handles DJ sets brilliantly, with the natural acoustics of the arches creating an intimate club atmosphere. Getting here couldn't be easier, with both Southwark and Blackfriars stations just minutes away. Our kitchen serves up British dishes with Caribbean twists throughout your event, from sharing platters during drinks receptions to late-night snacks when the dance floor heats up. Past guests particularly love the contrast between the industrial architecture and the playful interior touches. The space feels both spacious and intimate, formal enough for product launches yet relaxed enough for milestone birthdays. Our team works with you to configure the layout exactly as you need it, whether that's long banquet tables for a wedding reception or an open floor plan for your company's Christmas party
Response rate:98%
Response time:within an hour
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Prices
Minimum spend | from £1,350
Mon – Wed18:00 - 23:00from £1,350 minimum spend
09:00 - 17:00from £1,350 minimum spend
Thu09:00 - 17:00from £1,350 minimum spend
18:00 - 23:30from £2,700 minimum spend
Fri09:00 - 17:00from £1,350 minimum spend
18:00 - 00:00from £4,050 minimum spend
Sat18:00 - 00:00from £4,050 minimum spend
Sun18:00 - 23:00from £3,375 minimum spend
Amenities
Cloakroom
Smoking area
Speakers
Air conditioning
DJ facilities
Dance floor
Evening reception facilities
Microphone
Breakout spaces (shared)
Wireless Internet Access
Whiteboards
Accessibility
Menu
Food And DrinkPrice
Location
Southwark · 4 minutes
Blackfriars · 6 minutes
London Waterloo East · 5 minutes
London Blackfriars · 7 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Tuesday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Wednesday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Thursday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Friday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm6:00 pm - Midnight
Saturday:6:00 pm - Midnight
Sunday:6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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1 Review
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Irina ·
SAMA offers a lovely cosy room on the ground floor. The setting is quirky and unusual. The service was super professional and efficient. All in all, we are super happy.
From £1,350
5 ·
Response rate:98%
Response time:within an hour