1 King's Bench St - Soda Office Space for Rent, London, London SE1 0QX
1 King's Bench Street, known as Soda, is a fully refurbished warehouse-style office building offering a distinctive creative workspace opportunity in the heart of Southbank East. Currently undergoing a comprehensive renovation scheduled for completion in September 2026, the property will provide approximately 17,771 sq ft of high-quality office accommodation across two floors.
Originally built in 1940, Soda combines industrial heritage with contemporary office design, featuring exposed concrete beams, gabled rooflines, impressive floor-to-ceiling heights of up to 4.8 metres and a striking triple-height atrium entrance. The refurbished workspace will deliver a modern occupier environment with high-quality CAT A finishes, underfloor air conditioning and a roof terrace.
The property offers flexible office accommodation from 7,911 sq ft up to 17,771 sq ft on a contiguous basis, making it suitable for businesses seeking a characterful and well-connected Central London workspace.
Location
1 King's Bench Street, London SE1 0QX, also known as 37 Rushworth Street, is prominently located within Southbank East, one of London's most dynamic commercial districts.
Situated within easy reach of Southwark and Borough, the property benefits from excellent access to the City, West End and wider London transport network. The surrounding area provides a vibrant mix of restaurants, bars, retail amenities and cultural destinations including Borough Market, Tate Modern and the National Theatre.
Property Details
Property Address: 1 King's Bench Street, London SE1 0QX
Secondary Address: 37 Rushworth Street, London SE1 0QX
Property Name: Soda
Property Type: Office
Location Type: Central Business District
Submarket: Southbank East
Net Internal Area: 17,771 sq ft
Available Accommodation: 7,911 sq ft - 17,771 sq ft
Maximum Contiguous Space: 17,771 sq ft
Floors: 2
Typical Floor Size: 8,886 sq ft
Construction: Masonry
Lifts: 1 passenger lift
Tenancy: Multi-let
Year Built: 1940
Renovation Completion: September 2026
Building Rating: 3 Star Office
Renovation Status: Full refurbishment underway
Rent
The available office accommodation is offered at an estimated rent of £22 to £26 per sq ft on a Fully Repairing and Insuring (FRI) lease basis.
The available accommodation comprises:
Ground Floor: 7,911 sq ft
First Floor: 9,860 sq ft
The building provides flexible office options suitable for occupiers seeking modern creative workspace in a prime Southbank location.
Amenities & Features
Fully refurbished warehouse-style office space
Creative workspace environment
Triple-height atrium entrance
Exposed concrete beams and industrial character features
Floor-to-ceiling windows
Floor-to-ceiling heights up to 4.8 metres
CAT A office finishes
Underfloor air conditioning
Roof terrace
Security system
Roller shutters
Excellent natural light
Flexible open-plan accommodation
Leasing Highlights
Prime Southbank East office location within London's Central Business District
17,771 sq ft of refurbished office accommodation available
Flexible suites from 7,911 sq ft
Maximum contiguous floorplate of 17,771 sq ft
Unique warehouse-style design combining heritage features with modern workplace standards
Full renovation completing in 2026
Excellent connectivity to Southwark, Borough, Waterloo and London Bridge
Close proximity to Borough Market, Tate Modern and South Bank amenities
Ideal for creative businesses, technology companies and professional occupiers seeking distinctive workspace
Connectivity & Transport
Southwark Underground Station is approximately 0.4 miles away, providing Jubilee line services, while Borough Underground Station is also around 0.4 miles away with Northern line connections. Waterloo Station is approximately 0.7 miles from the property, providing Underground and National Rail services. London City Airport is around 8.3 miles away.
For further details or to make a booking, please contact Fraser Bond.
