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Southwark Cathedral

📍
London Bridge, London SE1 9DA, United Kingdom
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Historic Gothic cathedral near London Bridge offering unique event spaces with stunning medieval architecture.

About This Venue

Southwark Cathedral, officially known as The Cathedral Church of St Saviour and St Mary Overie, is London's oldest Gothic church building dating back to the 13th century. Located steps from London Bridge Station, this magnificent cathedral offers exceptional venue spaces for corporate events, conferences, receptions, and cultural gatherings. The nave can accommodate up to 800 guests for large-scale events, while smaller spaces like the Chapter House provide intimate settings for meetings and private dining. The cathedral features stunning medieval architecture, beautiful stained glass windows, and modern AV capabilities, making it one of London's most distinctive and memorable venues for special occasions and business events.

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Indicative Budget
£18,000£34,000
Typical day-delegate event for ~400 guests
Capacity (max)
800
Typical attendees
400
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (400 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

800
Maximum Capacity
600
Theatre Style
800
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

The Nave

650
600
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Chapter House

85
35
20--

Lancelot Andrewes Chapel

45
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3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 800 people

Features & Amenities

Historic Architecture
AV Equipment Available
Central London Location
Accessible Entrance
Licensed Bar
Catering Kitchen
Tour Opportunities
Parking Nearby
Public Transport Links

📐 Space Specifications

3500
Total Space (m²)
25m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Cathedral space

🍽️ Food & Catering

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Organ
PA System
Microphones
Audio Recording Equipment
Lighting System

🎯 Suitable For

📋Concerts
📋Choral Performances
📋Religious Services
📋Weddings
📋Memorial Services
📋Cultural Events

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible main entranceAccessible toilet facilitiesHearing loop system availableGuide dogs welcome

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

London Bridge Station (National Rail, Northern, Jubilee lines) - 2 minutes walk; Borough Station (Northern line) - 5 minutes walk; Multiple bus routes including 43, 47, 149, 381; London Bridge Pier for river services

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

Limited street parking available. Q-Park London Bridge car park 5 minutes walk. NCP car parks within 10 minutes walking distance.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

90 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

600
theatre
20
boardroom
300
classroom
40
u shape
250
cabaret
800
reception
300
dining
300
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 800 guests for concerts and services
What AV equipment is available?
Historic pipe organ, professional sound system, specialized lighting for events
Is catering available?
External catering permitted, refreshments can be arranged
Is there parking available?
Limited parking on-site, public transport recommended via London Bridge station

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Location & Contact

📍 Address

London Bridge
SE1 9DA, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

CathedralConference VenueReception VenueCultural VenueWedding Venue

Venue Location

London Bridge, London, SE1 9DA

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 800 guests for concerts and services

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Historic pipe organ, professional sound system, specialized lighting for events

Q: Is catering available?

A: External catering permitted, refreshments can be arranged

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited parking on-site, public transport recommended via London Bridge station

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🎭Theatre

🎭
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Experience
0.3 km (0.2 mi)• 4 minutes walk

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Tate Modern Art Gallery
0.4 km (0.25 mi)• 5 minutes walk
🏛️
HMS Belfast Naval Museum
0.6 km (0.4 mi)• 8 minutes walk

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Tower Bridge Exhibition
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 10 minutes walk
🏰
London Tower Historic Fortress
1 km (0.6 mi)• 12 minutes walk
🏰
St Paul's Cathedral
1.2 km (0.7 mi)• 15 minutes walk
🏰
Millennium Bridge Walkway
0.5 km (0.3 mi)• 6 minutes walk

📍Market

📍
Borough Food Market
0.2 km (0.1 mi)• 3 minutes walk
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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