The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret
The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret has 2 meeting/event spaces for 30–40 delegates (theatre), largest: Operating Theatre (40).
- Up to 50 delegates
- 2 meeting spaces
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3 photosCapacity overview
2 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Theatre | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | — | — | 30 |
| Herb Garret | 30 | — | 12 | 20 | 16 | — | — | 45 |
At a glance
The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret is a fascinating historic venue located in the garret of St Thomas's Church. Built in 1822, it houses Britain's oldest surviving operating theatre and a collection of surgical instruments and medical artifacts. The venue offers intimate event spaces including the historic operating theatre itself and the herb garret, where medicinal herbs were once stored and prepared. Located in the heart of London Bridge area, this unique venue provides an atmospheric setting for corporate events, private dinners, lectures, and educational programs. The museum's Victorian-era ambiance and medical history create an unforgettable backdrop for special occasions.
Best suited for
- Private Tours
- Educational Lectures
- Medical History Events
- Small Corporate Functions
- Academic Conferences
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
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Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Historic Architecture
- Educational Displays
- Guided Tours
- Private Hire Available
- Unique Atmosphere
- Central Location
- Historic Artifacts
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Limited wheelchair access due to historic building constraints
- Narrow stairs to herb garret
Location & getting there
9a St Thomas Street, London, SE1 9RY, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret is a verified historic museum & event space in London, hosting up to 50 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Historic, Creative, Accessibility. Verified on-site: accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, creative off-sites and product launches, fully accessible events.
AV and hybrid-event facilities are not yet evidenced in the profile data. Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-FiNot listed
- AV & productionNot listed
- Food & cateringNot listed
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret have?
The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret has 2 meeting and event spaces in London, seating up to 40 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret's largest event space?
The largest event space at The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret is Operating Theatre, with a maximum capacity of 40 guests.
What conference facilities does The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret offer?
The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret offers Historic Architecture, Educational Displays, Guided Tours, Private Hire Available, Basic lighting, portable microphone system, display boards across its 2 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 50 guests for lectures, 30 for seated events in the historic theatre space
What AV equipment is available?
Basic AV equipment available, historic venue has lighting limitations
Is catering available?
External catering can be arranged, limited kitchen facilities
Is there parking available?
No on-site parking, nearest car parks are London Bridge and Borough Market areas
About The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret
The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret is a fascinating historic venue located in the garret of St Thomas's Church. Built in 1822, it houses Britain's oldest surviving operating theatre and a collection of surgical instruments and medical artifacts. The venue offers intimate event spaces including the historic operating theatre itself and the herb garret, where medicinal herbs were once stored and prepared. Located in the heart of London Bridge area, this unique venue provides an atmospheric setting for corporate events, private dinners, lectures, and educational programs. The museum's Victorian-era ambiance and medical history create an unforgettable backdrop for special occasions.
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