Swan, Shakespeare's Globe, Balcony Room
21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT -
From
£500 min spend
Up to
120 guests
Offers
catering
Internal Catering
allowed
A penthouse private dining room with a stunning balcony overlooking the river Thames and central London skyline.
Swan’s light and airy Balcony Room is an exclusive venue in London with remarkable views of the iconic riverside. Floor to ceiling French windows open onto the private balcony with its backdrop of St Paul’s Cathedral, the Thames, and the Globe theatre.
This unique space has lift access, its own private bar and cloakroom and can accommodate up to 70 people for a sit down affair, or up to 120 standing guests.
The stylish Balcony Room, with its elegant, panelled green walls, statement chandelier and abundant natural light, can be hired for private event celebrations, corporate meetings, and dinners.
The long wooden table – handmade from an oak tree that fell in the Great Storm of 1987 – is just the thing for board meetings and convivial private lunches or dinners. On the walls are twenty prints of Henri Matisse’s ‘Jazz’. These brightly coloured pictures were originally intended as covers for French art magazine ‘Verve’ and were inspired by the circus and the theatre.
Balcony Room
88% would book it againCapacity & layout
Standing
up to 120
Dining
up to 70
Theatre
up to 70
Boardroom
up to 32
Cabaret
up to 56
Classroom
up to 70
Pricing
& opening hours
Weekly schedule
monday
0:00 - 24:00
tuesday
0:00 - 24:00
wednesday
0:00 - 24:00
thursday
0:00 - 24:00
friday
0:00 - 24:00
saturday
0:00 - 24:00
sunday
0:00 - 24:00
Price type: Minimum spend/day
from £500 minimum spend/day
from £500 minimum spend/day
from £500 minimum spend/day
from £500 minimum spend/day
from £500 minimum spend/day
from £500 minimum spend/day
from £500 minimum spend/day
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Cloakroom
Disabled access
Flipchart
Heating
Air conditioning
Natural light
Outdoor / Garden / Beach
Stage
Table / chairs included
Tea
Whiteboards
Audio & visual
Sound system
Microphone
Projector & screen
TV screen
Flipchart
WiFi
Space rules
Allowed events
Wedding ceremony licence
Licensed for alcohol
Cancellation policy
£25 per person cancellation charge
Location
Reviews
Casey Osborn
March 2025Romeo and Juliet themed afternoon tea and it was delicious. The food was great and extras were available if desired. The staff were brilliant. They were so attentive and were on hand to give recommendations re different drinks and tea options. Would definitely reccomend.
Marina G
March 2025I had the pleasure of visiting The Swan in London for afternoon tea with a friend, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip— honestly, probably our favorite experience in the city. We were seated on the top floor with a table right in front of the window, offering a stunning view of the Thames. The food was excellent, and I especially loved the theater-themed presentation. As someone who is lactose-intolerant, I really appreciated that they offered both vegan and vegetarian options. Everything was delicious, and the attention to detail made the experience even more special. The staff were fantastic, and our server, Jay, took wonderful care of us, ensuring we had an amazing time. I especially loved the tea, and he was kind enough to give me a couple of tea bags to take home—a small but thoughtful gesture that made the experience even more memorable. Overall, it was an outstanding experience that I’ve already recommended to colleagues and friends who visit London more frequently than I do. If you’re looking for a special afternoon tea with great food, exceptional service, and a beautiful view, The Swan is an absolute must!
Nicole Sargent-Carberry
March 2025We came here for tea, and as an American who has never experienced afternoon tea before, I was blown out of the water. You’re taken up to the top floor to the tea room, and it’s a nice quiet atmosphere compared to the noisy restaurant below. It also overlooks the river too which I loved. They really nailed the theme, which was Romeo & Juliette in a western style, and offered a variety of options: classic, vegetarian & (in this case) Cowboy, which seemed to be a bit more of a filler lunch. Our server, Jay, explained each option and we ultimately went for a classic tea. I didn’t think it would be a lot of food but I was so wrong! It definitely tricks you. We also went for the green tea which I really enjoyed, and splurged a little for some champagne. It is a bit pricey at £40 per person (champagne not included) but honestly, I think it’s worth it for the price and the experience. I mean, even the plates matched the theme!
Beera
March 2025We hired the private dining room upstairs in the restaurant to celebrate a big birthday. The views over the river were breathtaking. The food was delicious. The best part of our experience was the service. Henry took such good care of us over the four hours we were there. He was incredibly attentive and polite. He anticipated our needs, went out of his way to accommodate them. He really helped make my mother's birthday celebration special. I've noticed over the past couple of years, hospitality service standards have really fallen. I felt compelled to write this review as the service we received at The Swan was outstanding. A rare gem.
Rem Cabrera
April 2025Our first visit to the Globe since it didn’t exist on our previous trips a number of decades ago. We were fortunate to get tables on two separate visits (lunch & pre-show dinner). The food was always exceptional and the service staff was warm & friendly. Thank you for memorable experiences.
Balcony Room
88% would book it again
