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University Theatre & Conference Venue

The UCL Bloomsbury

London — WC1B 3NN

550

Max Capacity

FROM

£800

Per Day

4.7

21 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

The UCL Bloomsbury is a contemporary theatre and conference venue located in the cultural heart of Bloomsbury, London, operated by University College London. This modern facility combines a professional theatre with versatile conference and meeting spaces, making it ideal for academic conferences, corporate events, performances, and cultural gatherings. The venue features state-of-the-art technical facilities, comfortable auditorium seating, and flexible spaces that can be adapted for various event formats. Situated opposite the British Museum and within walking distance of numerous cultural attractions, the venue benefits from excellent transport connections via Russell Square and Tottenham Court Road Underground stations. The UCL Bloomsbury provides professional event management services, catering options, and technical support, making it a popular choice for educational institutions, cultural organizations, and businesses seeking a prestigious central London venue with academic prestige and modern amenities.

Room Capacities

theatre

500

boardroom

classroom

250

u shape

100

cabaret

300

reception

550

dining

400

banquet

350

Pricing

Day rates from £800

Theatre hire from £500 per session; Conference packages from £45 per person; Academic and charity rates available; Technical support included; Catering additional

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi

AV Equipment

Air Conditioning

Accessible

Technical Support

Catering Services

Box Office

Hearing Loop

WiFi

AV & Technical

Professional lighting rig

Sound system

Projectors

Screens

Microphones

Lecterns

Stage equipment

Wi-Fi

Recording facilities

Ideal For

ConferencesAcademic lecturesTheatrical performancesGraduationsCorporate eventsProduct launches

Location & Access

16-22 Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1B 3NN

Russell Square Underground station (Piccadilly line) 2 minutes walk; Tottenham Court Road station (Central, Northern, Elizabeth lines) 5 minutes walk; Goodge Street station 8 minutes walk; Multiple bus routes on Tottenham Court Road and Gower Street

NCP Bloomsbury car park nearby; On-street parking with restrictions; Russell Square area parking; Congestion Charge zone

Wheelchair accessible