Boules · South Bank
Boulebar, South Bank
- From £10 per player for 90 minutes on a court.
- 2 to 6 players a court; entry is free.
- 20 courts, 18 of them outdoors.
- Play with a drink in hand; dogs welcome.
What is Boulebar, South Bank?
Boulebar is pétanque with a French bar attached: you book a court, pick up the boules and play with a drink in hand. South Bank has 20 courts, 18 outdoors, behind the National Theatre: a slice of the French Riviera by the river.
There are two London Boulebars, at South Bank and Spitalfields.
How does it work?
You book a court for 90 minutes for a group of 2 to 6, and all equipment is included. Walk-ins are accepted when a court is free, but booking is recommended at busy times.
South Bank is mostly open-air in summer, with covered courts in winter.
How much does it cost?
| Session | Price |
|---|---|
| 90 minutes on a court | From £10per player |
Per player, for groups of 2 to 6 a court. Entry to the bar is free. Verified September 2026.
How much is Boulebar, South Bank?
From £10 per player for 90 minutes on a court.
What is the food and drink like?
The kitchen serves French classics and sharing charcuterie boards, with French beers, cidres and cocktails. The venue is cashless.
How do you get there?
Get directions on Google Maps ↗
101 Upper Ground, SE1 9PP. Waterloo station is about three minutes' walk; the courts are behind the National Theatre.
How do you book?
Book a court online through Boulebar's own site. Team building, events and private hire go through the events team.
Common questions
- Who is Boulebar, South Bank good for?
- Our ratings: dates 5/5, groups of friends 5/5, work socials with colleagues 4/5, families with kids 3/5. Best for dates and groups of friends: Pétanque with a drink, behind the National Theatre. Least suited to families with kids: Age policy not published; dogs welcome.
- When is the best time to go to Boulebar, South Bank?
- Best weekend afternoons (Saturday or Sunday) (5/5): Opens noon at weekends, mostly outdoors. Then after work 5/5, late night 2/5, weekday daytime 1/5.
- How much is Boulebar, South Bank?
- From £10 per player for 90 minutes on a court.
- How many players per court?
- 2 to 6.
- Do I need to book?
- It's recommended, but walk-ins are accepted when a court is free.
- Are dogs allowed at Boulebar?
- Yes, dogs are welcome.
- When is Boulebar, South Bank open?
- 3pm to 11pm Monday to Friday, noon to 11pm Saturday and noon to 6pm Sunday. Closed 24 December to 4 January.
Who's it for?
Boulebar, South Bank is best for dates and friends, and best weekend afternoons and after work.
Group
- Date★★★★★Pétanque with a drink, behind the National Theatre
- With friends★★★★★Courts for 2 to 6, from £10
- Work social★★★★★Team building and private hire
- Family★★★★★Age policy not published; dogs welcome
Best time
- Weekday daytime★★★★★Opens 3pm on weekdays
- Weekend afternoon★★★★★Opens noon at weekends, mostly outdoors
- After work★★★★★Three minutes from Waterloo
- Late night★★★★★Closes 11pm, 6pm on Sunday
Our rating, based on price, age rules, group sizes and opening hours.
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