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Gift Membership

Unforgettable experiences, wrapped

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Gift a single Membership

Gift a whole year of go-down-in-history gigs, blockbuster talks, sublime concerts and eye-popping art.

Buy single Membership as a gift

Gift a joint Membership

Give a couple you know the opportunity to share a year of up close arts experiences with one another.

Buy joint Membership as a gift

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Gift Southbank Centre vouchers

Got something more specific in mind? Find the perfect experience for arts-lovers.

Buy gift vouchers

How to activate your Membership

  • If you received notification of your gift Membership by email, simply follow the link you received and quickly add your Membership to your account.
  • If you received a physical gift voucher, you can activate your Membership via the buttons below.
  • Select either single Membership or joint Membership, and then choose the one-off payment option.
  • At the checkout, input your unique activation code from your gift Membership package.
  • Once your gift Membership is activated, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your Membership number. This will arrive within a day of activating your Membership and also includes tips on how you can start using your benefits straight away.

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Members’ benefits

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Free entry to Hayward Gallery exhibitions

Explore every eye-popping exhibition at our beloved Hayward Gallery, with unlimited free entry all year round and private Members-only hours.

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Discounts

Get 20% off in Southbank Centre Shops and 10 – 20% off in a number of bars, cafes and restaurants while you’re here. Find a full list of discounts in our Members’ FAQs.

Gift Membership FAQs

 

What are the benefits of being a Member?

As a Member, you get to enjoy a year of the following:

  • Access to presale tickets for every show, and no booking fees
  • Free unlimited entry to all Hayward Gallery exhibitions
  • Access to the Members’ Lounge for you and a guest
  • Discounts at Southbank Centre Shops and at various restaurants and cafes throughout our buildings.
Is there a time limit to activating a gift Membership?

Gift Memberships can be activated at any time within 12 months from the purchase date.

The recipient will have access to the full range of benefits for 12 months from the date on which the Membership is activated.

Can I send the Membership straight to my chosen recipient?

Yes, simply select ‘To someone as a gift’ when asked where you want to send your gift Membership.

Do I need the full details of the person receiving the Membership?

Gift Memberships are delivered by email, so we just need the recipient’s name and email address.

How long does delivery take?

Gift Memberships bought via the Southbank Centre website are delivered by email as soon as you complete your order.

I've received a gift Membership – how do I activate it?

Great news! You can get going with your Membership by following these steps:

  • If you received notification of your gift Membership by email, simply follow the link you received and quickly add your Membership to your account.
  • If you received a physical gift voucher, you can activate it here.
  • Select either single Membership or joint Membership, and then choose the one-off payment option.
  • At the checkout, input your unique activation code from your gift Membership package.
  • Once your gift Membership is activated, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your Membership number within a day of activating your Membership.
  • The email also gives you some tips on how you can start using your benefits straight away.