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Arts Centre

Barbican Centre

London — EC2Y 8DS

2000

Max Capacity

FROM

£2900

Per Day

4.6000000000000005

49 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

The Barbican Centre is Europe's largest multi-arts and conference venue, located in the City of London. This iconic Brutalist complex houses multiple performance spaces including the 2000-seat Concert Hall, three theatres, art galleries, cinemas, and extensive conference facilities. The venue offers state-of-the-art technical equipment, professional catering services, and versatile spaces suitable for corporate events, conferences, exhibitions, and cultural performances. Its central London location provides excellent transport links and is walking distance from major business districts.

Room Capacities

theatre

2000

boardroom

classroom

150

u shape

cabaret

800

reception

1500

dining

600

banquet

600

Pricing

Day rates from £2900

Pricing available on application. Rates vary by space, duration, and event type. Corporate hire rates differ from arts events.

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi

AV equipment

Professional lighting

Air conditioning

Catering facilities

Box office

Accessible facilities

Technical support

Exhibition spaces

Multiple venues

Sound systems

Video projection

AV & Technical

Professional lighting systems

High-quality sound systems

Large projection screens

Microphones

Stage equipment

Wi-Fi

Recording facilities

Ideal For

ConferencesConcertsTheatreCorporate EventsProduct LaunchesAwards CeremoniesExhibitionsCultural Events

Location & Access

Silk Street, London EC2Y 8DS

Barbican Underground Station (Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan lines) 2-minute walk. Moorgate Station 5-minute walk (Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern lines). Liverpool Street Station 10-minute walk. Multiple bus routes nearby.

No on-site parking. Nearest car parks: Barbican Centre Car Park, London Wall Car Park, and Aldersgate Car Park within 5-minute walk.

Wheelchair accessible