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Southwark Cathedral

A stunning and historic Gothic cathedral in the heart of London Bridge. Spaces include a central Nave, intimate Retrochoir, contemporary conference rooms, and outdoor spaces.

Southwark Cathedral has been a centre of hospitality and welcome since its origins as a priory in 1106. Conveniently located on the South Bank in vibrant London Bridge, the Cathedral is an historical masterpiece boasting the oldest example of Gothic architecture in central London. 

Southwark Cathedral is home six versatile event spaces and two spacious outdoor areas. It offers a unique opportunity to hold events from intimate to spectacular from 12 to 800 guests. 

The Nave, the centre of the Cathedral, immerses guests in magnificent high vaulted ceilings and intricate historical details. The Retro Choir is an intimate space, surrounding guests with barrel-vaulted ceilings and delicate stained-glass windows. The Churchyard offers stunning outdoor and greenspace amidst bustling London. Along with three conferences rooms for workshops, seminars and use as back of house space. 

Southwark Cathedral is perfect for gala dinners, receptions, concerts, award ceremonies, conferences and much more.

Our experienced events team offer a personalised service, working with you and our range of accredited suppliers to deliver events of all shapes and sizes. Let us help you develop your event from concept to reality.

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Events and Capacities

Dinner
25 - 150
Dinner Dance
N/A
Exhibition space (m2)
N/A
Lunch
25 - 150
Marquee
N/A
Meeting / Conference
5 - 90
Outside space
50 - 800
Reception
60 - 800
Wedding Licence
N/A
Wedding Reception
N/A

Events Spaces

Image of Nave

Nave

Dining long tables 54 - 150
Dining round tables 150 - 150
Standing 400 - 800
Theatre 200 - 700
Image of Retro Choir

Retro Choir

Dining round tables 40 - 50
Standing 50 - 200
Image of Garry Weston Library

Garry Weston Library

Boardroom 0 - 36
Cabaret 0 - 56
Classroom 0 - 56
Dining long tables 0 - 40
Dining round tables 0 - 70
Standing 0 - 120
Theatre 0 - 80
U-shaped 0 - 28
Image of John Trevor Williams Room

John Trevor Williams Room

Boardroom 0 - 24
Cabaret 0 - 25
Classroom 0 - 25
Standing 0 - 60
Theatre 0 - 30
U-shaped 0 - 20
Image of Susanna Barford Room

Susanna Barford Room

Boardroom 0 - 15
Cabaret 0 - 30
Classroom 0 - 30
Theatre 0 - 45
U-shaped 0 - 15
Image of Churchyard Image Credit: Adrian Pope

Churchyard

Standing 0 - 800
Image of Millennium Courtyard

Millennium Courtyard

Standing 0 - 70

Room Capacities

Auditorium N/A
Boardroom 20 - 36
Cabaret 25 - 100
Classroom N/A
Dining long tables 40 - 100
Dining round tables 70 - 150
Standing 60 - 800
Theatre 30 - 700
U-shaped 20 - 36

How to find us

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Southwark Cathedral

London Bridge
London
SE1 9DA

Tel: 0207 367 6722

https://southwarkcathedralvenues.org/

Suppliers

Audio & Visual Production

Ash Event Productions

Caterers

Bubble Food
Comptoir Gourmand
Kitchen Party
Moving Venue The Clink Events

Florists

Southwark Cathedral Floral Guild
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