6 of the Best Offices in South Bank (WeWork, The Office Group and More)

South Bank is London’s vibrant hideaway. It’s bustling with The National Theatre’s brutalist charm, the sound of skateboards zooming through the undercroft and the mouth-watering colours of food markets along the river. It’s the cool, calm, collected hub that draws in businesses both big and small.

Beyond the world of business, it’s a magnet for tourists and city-dwellers who want to feel London’s heartbeat. Home to stations like Waterloo (the busiest station in the UK), Southwark and Lambeth North, with London Bridge sitting just outside of its border, it's well-placed to accommodate any commute. Plus, the area is just a bridge away from the City, with the Millennium Bridge linking Tate Modern’s creativity to St Paul’s opulence.

Amanda Lim, Head of Knight Frank's Flexible Office Solutions, said, “Many people love to work in South Bank because of its beautiful riverside views. The area also has prime transport links; a quality which has become a more important relocation factor than the historic desire to be near industry-specific clusters”.

South Bank is a place for outside-the-box thinking, and its very own Oxo Tower is a perfect example. In the 19^th century, it was purchased by Liebig's Extract of Meat Company, the manufacturer of Oxo stock cubes. When the building was being renovated in its Art Deco design, the owners wanted to include an illuminated advert for Oxo stock cubes on the building’s façade.

At the time, ‘skyline advertising’ along South Bank was banned. Naturally, permission was refused, but the refurb just so happened to include three windows that stacked on top of one another, carving out the letters O X O as a way to bypass the rules.

Unsurprisingly, creative businesses flock to call it home. Advertising and marketing agencies, household media names, tech companies, architects and design gurus, independent innovators and a growing number of startups have all grabbed a slice of South Bank’s buzz.

Underpinning this is the luxury of having a lunch break by the river or on the green grass. There’s a slow-moving, nature-filled serenity to the area that other pockets of London lack. With biophilic elements like these said to improve confidence, calmness and self-esteem, you’ll welcome back a happier (and more productive) workforce after lunch.

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Many people love to work in South Bank because of its beautiful riverside views. The area also has prime transport links; a quality which has become a more important relocation factor than the historic desire to be near industry-specific clusters.

Amanda Lim

Head of Flexible Office Solutions

6 of the best offices in (and around) South Bank

So, if you’re looking for office space in or near South Bank but don’t know where to start, here are six of the best to narrow down your search. If you’re still undecided about where you want to base your business, explore all of London or take a look at our area guides.

Fora’s 180 Borough High Street

Fora’s 180 Borough High Street

Fora’s 180 Borough High Street is a light-filled, high-ceiling space with stylish designs throughout. Dotted with plants, books and colourful rugs, your working day will feel more like a weekend away – especially with the office’s on-site gym and outdoor terrace.

Good to know:  This pet-friendly office gives you fresh fruit, on-site catering, event space, and a sleep pod for the 4 pm slump.

Getting to the office: Borough station is 0.0 miles away and London Bridge is 0.4 miles away.

Working From_Southwark, 32 Blackfriars Road

Working From_Southwark, 32 Blackfriars Road

Working From’s new space in Southwark sits above the iconic Hoxton Hotel. Members enjoy plenty of thought-leadership events and idea-provoking sessions, making sure you’re always feeling inspired. The cosy yet stunning office space is full of plants and has floor-to-ceiling windows, giving you great views of London. Here’s what it’s like to work there for a day.

Good to know: Because this office space is created by The Hoxton Hotel, you’ll enjoy extra perks like laundry service, duvet days and hotel discounts globally.

Getting to the office: Southwark station is 0.1 miles away and Waterloo station is 0.2 miles away.

WeWork’s 2 Southbank Place

WeWork’s 2 Southbank Place

2 Southbank Place is a contemporary, colourful office space with impressive views of the London Eye and Big Ben. It’s set up to accommodate any working day, whether you need to de-stress in the meditation room or unwind in the games lounge.

Good to know: This pet-friendly office also includes a live DJ playing at reception and a skate ramp. It gives you 24/7 access, 24-hour security, bike storage and showers.

Getting to the office: Waterloo Station is 0.2 miles and Lambeth North is 0.3 miles away.

Halkin’s 10 Lower Thames Street

Halkin’s 10 Lower Thames Street

Just north of the river, 10 Lower Thames Street holds South Bank’s charm on its doorstep. With its chic spaces designed to impress, state-of-the-art technology and a large terrace on the fourth floor, your team will hit the ground running.

Good to know: The office space has a restaurant on-site, social events, fresh fruit and a fitness studio. The windows look onto the river and Tower Bridge’s iconic architecture.

Getting to the office: Monument station is 0.1 miles away and London Bridge is 0.2 miles away.

Uncommon’s 1 Long Lane

Uncommon’s 1 Long Lane

Just on Borough station’s doorstep, this is a plant-filled haven. The office space has a gorgeous café, plenty of natural light and ergonomic furniture to enhance your posture. With its sincere focus on health and wellbeing, your team will tackle their tasks feeling zen.

Good to know: This pet-friendly space has an on-site gym, a rooftop terrace where you can enjoy rooftop yoga classes, locker storage, socials, daily cleaning, a bar and bike storage.

Getting to the office: Borough station is 0.1 miles away and London Bridge is 0.4 miles away.

The Office Group’s 32 London Bridge Street, The Shard

The Office Group’s 32 London Bridge Street, The Shard

Located in The Shard, one of London’s most iconic buildings, this office space gives you stunning views of the capital’s skyline. Along with sleek, impressive designs, the space is filled with plenty of natural light thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows.

Good to know: You can hire out the space’s breakout areas exclusively for your private events. When working, you’ll have a range of workspaces to choose from, with meeting rooms, indoor phone booths and communal areas on offer.

Getting to the office: London Bridge is 0.1 miles away and Borough station is 0.4 miles away.