Commercial Awning Solutions for South Bank & Bankside

We create custom awnings specifically designed for the distinctive riverside setting of South Bank and Bankside. Whether you’re operating a bustling café at Gabriel’s Wharf, a sophisticated restaurant at the Southbank Centre, or a hotel overlooking the Thames, our awnings enhance your brand presence whilst maximising your outdoor hospitality space.

With millions of tourists and culture-seekers visiting attractions like the London Eye, Tate Modern, National Theatre, and Royal Festival Hall, your outdoor space is prime real estate. A professionally designed awning doesn’t just provide weather protection; it creates an inviting atmosphere that captures the riverside spirit and attracts the constant flow of visitors.

Our solutions are tailored for restaurants, cafés, bars, pubs, hotels, cultural venues, and any commercial business looking to maximise their riverside location, add premium shading, or enhance their brand visibility in this world-famous tourist destination.

 

Why choose Aquarius Blinds?

As a family-owned British manufacturer with over 40 years of experience, Aquarius Blinds is dedicated to delivering exceptional shading solutions for homes, businesses and architectural projects across the South East. Our Crawley showroom brings that expertise to life, giving you the chance to see working awnings, fabrics, frame finishes, lighting, heating and automation options up close before making a decision.

Flagship Showroom - Awning, Heating, & Lighting Displays
Leading supplier & installer of Markilux in the South East
Manufactured in Britain From Our Sussex Showroom & Factory
Hundreds of 5-star reviews from satisfied clients
Full DWG & CAD support for architects and commercial projects
Extensive fabric and finish options for truly bespoke designs
Over 40 years’ expertise in complex and bespoke installations
Sustainability-focused service, continually improving materials and processes

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Your private appointment lets you see working awnings, fabrics, frame finishes, lighting, heating and automation options up close, with expert guidance on the best shading solution for your home, business or project.

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Manufacturing Excellence You Can Trust

Many of our shading solutions are manufactured in Britain at our high-specification facilities in Sussex and Surrey, ensuring exceptional quality control and supporting British manufacturing. We also partner with Markilux, who are renowned worldwide for their German-engineered precision and exceptional quality.

This combination of British craftsmanship and European engineering excellence allows us to offer a tailored range of solutions to suit every project requirement along South Bank and Bankside, from traditional fabric awnings that complement historic buildings like Shakespeare’s Globe to sleek contemporary solutions for modern riverside developments.

Our dual manufacturing approach means we can respond quickly to your needs whilst maintaining the highest standards of quality, essential for businesses operating in one of London’s most visible and prestigious locations.

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John Stewart
4 November 2026
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Great service. Knowledgeable and professional from the first discussions through to installation. Highly recommended.
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15 October 2026
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Great service and looks awesome
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Jenni Dobbs
17 September 2026
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From start to finish the sales team, office admin and installers have been on the ball, communicative and professional. Compared to experience with their main competitor who we used before (not naming names…) it’s been noticeably better service and result. The awning looks great, sturdy and we have faith that if there are any issues in future they’ll continue to be there for us.
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Mike Kiernan
8 September 2026
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Excellent installation from 2 very helpful experts. Particularly helpful to create an external electricity supply
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Joanna Layton
2 September 2026
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Great service all the way through from survey to fitting. Really knowledgeable and very pleasant team who kept us informed along the way during the manufacturing process and delivered to the agreed timeframe. Punctual to all appointments. We are really pleased with the final fitting. I think this is the largest residential awning they have installed! Thanks.
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27 August 2026
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Great experience with install and pre-sales
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Nick Brookes
26 August 2026
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From the initial contact through to installation, the Aquarius team were throughly professional and courteous. All the different awning options available to us were comprehensively explained and we are very satisfied with our final choice. Thanks.
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25 August 2026
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A good team of people arrived on time very tidy excellent service
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18 August 2026
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Our was a very positive one. From being advised on our choice by Andrew, to the installation by Reiss, Craig and Callum. Were also honest and communicated with when Markilux experienced a 2 week delay in production due to paint issues
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Joanna Rees
12 August 2026
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Just had a Markilux awning fitted, by Aquarius, with vertical drop down, which is well worth the additional cost. I am over the moon pleased with it. Andrew and Reis were excellent onsite and it is so hot today, not easy working in this heat. The whole process was really smooth. No pushy sales, just good honest advice. Thank you! Happy customer in Burgess Hill

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Commercial Awnings for Riverside Businesses

As a family-run business, we have built an exceptional reputation as one of the leading specialists for awnings in London and the South for all types of commercial applications. We’re passionate about shading solutions and customer service in equal measure.

If you want to enhance your business capacity along South Bank or Bankside and make your establishment stand out in this competitive riverside market, an Aquarius Blinds awning is just what your business needs. We’ll bring you a shading solution of superb quality, delivered in an agreed lead time and expertly fitted by our own installers.

Our experience working with Riverside businesses means we understand the unique challenges of this location, from planning considerations for listed buildings to installation logistics in busy tourist areas and the importance of weather-resistant solutions that maintain their appearance in London’s urban riverside environment.

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Our accreditations for your peace of mind

Our commitment to safety starts with our staff. A dedicated training program ensures all fitters, especially those using specialised equipment, are fully qualified to operate machinery safely. Rest assured, your awning will be installed by a team of certified professionals:

  • IPAF certificated
  • PASMA certificated
  • Public & employee Liability insurance
  • Asbestos training
  • All staff are DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) cleared
  • CHAS accredited (Contractors Health & Safety Assessment)

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