The Old Operating Theatre, Museum & Herb Garret
- Up to 50 delegates
- 2 meeting spaces
7 photosImages not verified
7 photosImages not verified
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
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Theatre | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | — | — |
| Herb Garret | 30 | — | 12 | 20 | 16 | — | — |
Pricing & packages
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Private hire rates vary by space and event type. Evening events and exclusive access available. Educational group rates available.
Request exact pricing →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, with day delegate rates from £200. Its genome scores highest 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 Genome™
- 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
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £200
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
Frequently asked
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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