South Bank
Southbank Centre Undercroft
Graffiti-soaked skate spot under concrete
Photo by Samuel Regan-Asante on Unsplash
- Nearest Station
- WaterlooAbout 7 min walk
- Best Time
- Daytime / SunsetAfternoon into evening brings the most skaters, making action shots easier.
Best Shot
Great for vertical · 9:16Suggested composition at Southbank Centre Undercroft
- Where to stand
- From the promenade in front of the Undercroft (outside the skate area)
- Composition
- From a low angle, use the graffiti wall as the backdrop with your subject in front and skaters moving behind.
Tips
- Ask skaters before filming them
- Stay outside the skate area
- It's covered, so you can shoot in light rain
Overview
Under the Southbank Centre, the Undercroft is London's most famous skate spot, covered in graffiti. Combine skaters' energy with Brutalist architecture for edgy street footage.
- Walls covered in graffiti
- Skaters in action
- Contrast with Brutalist architecture
Creator Information
- Area
- South Bank
- Nearest Station
- WaterlooJubilee · Northern · Bakerloo · Waterloo & City · National Rail
- Walking Time
- About 7 min walk
- Best For
- Street / TikTok / YouTube / Fashion
- Best Time
- Daytime / SunsetAfternoon into evening brings the most skaters, making action shots easier.
- Indoor / Outdoor
- Indoor & Outdoor
- Free / Paid
- FreeFree
- Rain Friendly
- Partly covered
- Filming Permission
- Check before shootingThis is part of the Southbank Centre's grounds. Commercial filming or shoots with equipment may need checking in advance. Get consent before filming skaters or other people.Read the filming permission guide
Nearest stations, prices, opening hours and filming rules may change. This information is currently being verified. Please check official sources before you go.
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